Family Friendly Itinerary in Varanasi and Ayodhya

Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi

Varanasi, India

10:00AM

Check-in at Hotel

Upon arrival in Varanasi, check-in at your hotel and freshen up for the day ahead.
Take a taxi or shuttle from the airport to your hotel.
INR 0, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Open Hand Cafe

Enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal at Open Hand Cafe known for its healthy and organic dishes.
Walk or take a short rickshaw ride to Open Hand Cafe.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Ghats of Varanasi

Take a boat ride along the Ganges River to admire the ancient ghats and witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony.
Head to Dashashwamedh Ghat for the boat ride.
INR 200 (boat ride), 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Shree Cafe

Enjoy traditional Indian cuisine at Shree Cafe and savor the local flavors of Varanasi.
Walk or take a rickshaw to Shree Cafe.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Exploring Varanasi

Varanasi, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Brown Bread Bakery

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Brown Bread Bakery known for its delicious baked goods and coffee.
Walk or take a rickshaw to the bakery.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Sarnath

Head to Sarnath, an important Buddhist site, to explore the ancient ruins and learn about the history of Buddhism.
Take a taxi or auto rickshaw to Sarnath.
INR 100 (entry fee), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Bona Cafe

Enjoy a vegetarian meal at Bona Cafe, known for its serene ambiance and tasty food.
Travel to Bona Cafe via rickshaw or taxi.
INR 600, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Banaras Hindu University

Visit Banaras Hindu University to see the beautiful campus and possibly catch a cultural or musical performance.
Take a taxi or auto rickshaw to the university.
INR 0, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Ksheer Sagar

Indulge in a dinner at Ksheer Sagar, known for its traditional Indian thalis and desserts.
Head to Ksheer Sagar by taxi or rickshaw.
INR 1000, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Visiting Ayodhya

Ayodhya, India

9:00AM

Travel to Ayodhya

Check out from your hotel in Varanasi and travel to Ayodhya, a sacred city known for its temples and religious significance.
Take a private car or bus to Ayodhya.
INR 500 (private car), 3 hours

12:00PM

Visit Ram Janmabhoomi

Explore Ram Janmabhoomi, the birthplace of Lord Rama, and witness the grand architecture and spirituality of the site.
Head to Ram Janmabhoomi from your accommodation.
INR 0, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Bansal Family Restaurant

Enjoy a vegetarian meal at Bansal Family Restaurant, offering a variety of North Indian dishes.
Walk or take a short ride to the restaurant.
INR 400, 1 hour

4:00PM

Explore Hanuman Garhi

Visit Hanuman Garhi, a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, and enjoy panoramic views of Ayodhya from the top.
Travel to Hanuman Garhi by rickshaw or walk.
INR 0, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Bhajan Cafe

End the day with dinner at Bhajan Cafe, known for its peaceful atmosphere and delicious vegetarian dishes.
Head to Bhajan Cafe for a relaxing meal.
INR 800, 1.5 hours
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