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Sacred Journey in Varanasi

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Day 1: Spiritual Awakening

Varanasi, India

9:00 AM

Visit Sarnath

Embark on your spiritual journey by visiting Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.
Take a taxi to Sarnath which is about 13 km from Varanasi.
INR 200, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Explore Ghats

Stroll along the famous Ghats of Varanasi, witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony at sunset.
Take a boat ride or walk along the Ghats to experience the spiritual energy.
INR 100 for boat ride, 3 hours
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Day 2: Rituals and Temples

Varanasi, India

6:00 AM

Morning Boat Ride

Experience the serene beauty of River Ganges with a peaceful morning boat ride.
Book a boat ride near Dashashwamedh Ghat or Assi Ghat before sunrise.
INR 300, 1 hour

10:00 AM

Visit Temples

Explore the ancient temples like Kashi Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple.
Take a taxi to visit the temples in the city.
INR 50 entry fee for Kashi Vishwanath Temple, 2 hours

6:00 PM

Attend Ganga Aarti

Witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dasaswamedh Ghat.
Arrive early to get a good view of the aarti ceremony.
Free, 1 hour
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Day 3: Cultural Immersion

Varanasi, India

10:00 AM

Explore Local Markets

Discover the vibrant local markets of Varanasi for souvenirs and street food.
Stroll through the narrow lanes of Vishwanath Gali and Godowlia Market.
Varies based on purchases, 2 hours

2:00 PM

Visit Banaras Hindu University

Explore the prestigious university campus with its beautiful architecture.
Take a rickshaw to reach BHU located in Lanka area.
INR 50 for entry to the museum, 2 hours
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Day 4: Artisanal Heritage

Varanasi, India

9:00 AM

Visit Silk Weaving Centre

Learn about the traditional art of Banarasi silk weaving at a local centre.
Take a taxi to reach the weaving centre and witness skilled artisans at work.
INR 200 for a guided tour, 2 hours

12:00 PM

Departure from Varanasi

Bid farewell to the spiritual city of Varanasi and depart for your next destination.
Arrange for a taxi to the airport or railway station based on your travel plans.
Varies based on mode of transport, N/A
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