Exploring Ancient India: Patna to Varanasi Itinerary

Day 1: Spiritual Journey

Patna, Bihar on July 6, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Khana Khazana

Start your day with a delicious traditional Indian breakfast at Khana Khazana, known for its flavorful samosas and chai tea.
Khana Khazana is located in the heart of Patna, easily accessible from most hotels.
INR 200, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Explore Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya

Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Gautama Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment.
Travel by train from Patna to Bodh Gaya. The temple is a short rickshaw ride from the train station.
INR 50 (entrance fee), 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Ahaar Restaurant

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Ahaar Restaurant, serving authentic Indian cuisine with a modern twist.
Ahaar Restaurant is located near the Mahabodhi Temple.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Travel to Varanasi

Take a train or bus to Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world known for its ghats and spiritual significance.
After lunch, head to the Bodh Gaya train station for your journey to Varanasi.
INR 300 (train fare), 4 hours

7:00 PM

Dinner at Open Hand Cafe

Relax and enjoy a dinner at Open Hand Cafe by the river Ganges in Varanasi, offering a serene atmosphere and delicious vegetarian dishes.
Open Hand Cafe is located near the Dashashwamedh Ghat.
INR 800, 2 hours
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Day 2: Spirituality and Culture

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on July 7, 2024

9:00 AM

Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges

Experience the mystical morning rituals on the Ganges River with a boat ride offering picturesque views of Varanasi's ghats and temples.
Head to Dashashwamedh Ghat for a boat ride experience.
INR 300, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Deepak Tambul Bhandar

Enjoy a traditional Thali meal at Deepak Tambul Bhandar, a local favorite known for its authentic Varanasi cuisine.
Deepak Tambul Bhandar is located in the old city area of Varanasi near the ghats.
INR 400, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Visit Sarnath

Explore Sarnath, a significant Buddhist site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
Take a taxi or auto-rickshaw to Sarnath from Varanasi city center.
INR 100 (entrance fee), 2 hours

6:00 PM

Evening Aarti Ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual spectacle of light, music, and incense on the banks of the Ganges.
Join the crowd at Dashashwamedh Ghat for the Aarti ceremony.
Free, 1 hour

8:00 PM

Dinner at Blue Lassi

End your day with a sweet treat at Blue Lassi, a famous lassi shop serving a variety of flavorful yogurt drinks.
Blue Lassi is a short walk from the Dashashwamedh Ghat.
INR 100, 1 hour
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