2-Day Family-Friendly Banaras Itinerary with City Tour and Best Food

Day 1: Arrival and Evening Insight

Varanasi, India

8:00 PM

Check-in at Hotel

Arrive in Varanasi and check into your pre-booked hotel, ready for an exciting two-day adventure.
A short ride from the airport or railway station to your hotel will be required.
INR2000, 1 hour

9:30 PM

Dinner at Kashi Chat Bhandar

Enjoy a delightful dinner of local specialities such as chaat and kachoris at this famed eatery beloved by locals.
A quick tuk-tuk ride from your hotel.
INR500, 1 hour
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Day 2: Cultural Exploration

Varanasi, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at Varanasi Cafe

Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring masala dosa and steaming filter coffee, perfect fuel for a busy day of exploration.
Walk to the café nearby your hotel.
INR400, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit Sarnath

Travel to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, where you can explore the ruins, museums, and the Dhamek Stupa.
Hire a cab or take a tuk-tuk to reach Sarnath, located around 10 km from Varanasi.
INR300, 2 hours

11:30 AM

Return to Varanasi

Head back to Varanasi and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of this ancient city.
Same cab or tuk-tuk for the return journey.
INR300, 30 minutes

12:00 PM

Explore Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Visit the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a revered Hindu shrine, and marvel at its intricate architecture and peaceful ambience.
A short, pleasant walk to the temple.
Free, 1 hour

1:00 PM

Lunch at Vishnu Tea Shop

Savour delicious vegetarian thali featuring a variety of Indian dishes at this popular local eatery.
Just a short walk from the temple.
INR450, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Boat Ride on the Ganges

Take a scenic boat ride on the Ganges River to witness the stunning ghats and local life along the riverbank.
Head to the Dashashwamedh Ghat to hire a boat.
INR800, 1 hour

4:00 PM

Visit Manikarnika Ghat

Explore the Manikarnika Ghat, known for its rituals and significance in Hindu cremation rites.
Walk along the riverbank to this atmospheric site.
Free, 30 minutes

4:30 PM

Explore Local Markets

Stroll through the bustling local markets, perfect for picking up souvenirs and local crafts.
A pleasant walk from the ghat.
Variable, 1 hour

5:30 PM

Enjoy Evening Ganga Aarti

Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat as the sun sets, a magical experience filled with local devotion.
Stay at Dashashwamedh Ghat for an unforgettable view.
Free, 1 hour

7:00 PM

Dinner at Aum Cafe

Finish off the day with a family-friendly dinner, enjoying comforting Western and Indian dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.
A short walk from the ghats.
INR600, 1 hour
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