Sacred Journey to Kasi by Rail

Day 1: Spiritual Exploration

Varanasi, India

8:00AM

Morning Ganges Boat Ride

Start your day with a serene boat ride along the River Ganges, witnessing the ritual activities along the ghats.
Head to Dashashwamedh Ghat to hire a boat.
INR 300, 2 hours

11:00AM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Explore one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva in the heart of Varanasi.
Take a short walk from the ghats to the temple.
Free entry (paid special darshan available), 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe

Enjoy a delicious wood-fired pizza with a unique view of the ghats at this popular cafe.
Located near Manikarnika Ghat.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Sarnath

Visit the site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
Take a taxi or tuk-tuk to Sarnath, approximately 30 mins away.
INR 200 (entry fees), 2 hours

6:00PM

Attend Ganga Aarti

Witness the mesmerising evening aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual experience not to be missed.
Return to the ghats for the aarti ceremony.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 2: Spiritual Exploration Continues

Allahabad, India

9:00AM

Journey to Allahabad

Board an early morning train from Varanasi to Allahabad, a city known for the Sangam - the confluence of three sacred rivers.
Head to Varanasi Junction to catch your train.
INR 200 (train ticket), 3 hours

12:00PM

Visit Triveni Sangam

Explore the holy Sangam point where the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers meet.
Take a boat to reach the Sangam area.
INR 50 (boat ride), 1 hour

1:30PM

Lunch at El Chico Restaurant

Enjoy a sumptuous meal at this popular restaurant offering a variety of Indian and Chinese dishes.
Located near the Sangam area.
INR 600, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore All Saints Cathedral

Visit the magnificent All Saints Cathedral, a striking example of Gothic architecture in India.
Take a short taxi ride to the cathedral.
Free entry, 1 hour

5:00PM

Return to Varanasi

Take the evening train back to Varanasi, reminiscing about the spiritual journey and cultural experiences.
Head to Allahabad Junction to catch your return train.
INR 200 (train ticket), 3 hours
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