Family Friendly Rail Trip in Banaras

Day 1: Exploring Banaras

Banaras, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Kashi Vishwanath Kitchen

Start your day with a hearty vegetarian breakfast at Kashi Vishwanath Kitchen, known for its delicious 'Kachoris' and 'Chai'.
The restaurant is close to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple which you can visit right after breakfast.
INR300, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Experience the rich heritage of Banaras by visiting the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most revered temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The temple is a short walk from the breakfast spot, about 5 minutes away.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Boating on the Ganges

Enjoy a serene boat ride on the Ganges River while witnessing the beautiful ghats and bustling life along the banks.
Head to Dasaswamedh Ghat which is a 15-minute walk from the temple.
INR800 per boat (up to 4 people), 1 hour

12:30PM

Lunch at Pizzeria Vaatika Café

Savour a delightful meal at Pizzeria Vaatika Café, famous for its fresh vegetarian pizzas and lovely garden setting.
The café is close to Assi Ghat, just a 10-minute drive from the boat location.
INR600, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Sarnath

Take a short trip to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon; perfect for an educational outing with family.
Hire a taxi for around 30 minutes to reach Sarnath.
INR500 for transportation, 3 hours

5:30PM

Explore the Sarnath Museum

Visit the Sarnath Museum to see the Ashoka Pillar and learn about the history of Buddhism.
The museum is located within the same complex as the Sarnath archaeological site.
INR30, 1 hour

6:30PM

Return to Banaras

Travel back to Banaras and prepare for the evening Aarti ceremony.
Take the same taxi back, around 30 minutes.
INR500 for transportation, 1 hour

7:30PM

Evening Ganga Aarti

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual and cultural experience that is not to be missed.
You can walk to the ghat from where your taxi drops you, it’s a 10-minute walk.
Free, 1 hour

8:30PM

Dinner at Brown Bread Bakery

End your day with a delicious dinner at Brown Bread Bakery, known for its excellent bakery items and wholesome food.
The restaurant is about a 15-minute walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat.
INR700, 1.5 hours
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