Cultural Journey from Kochi to Varanasi - August 13th Itinerary

Day 1: Travel and Explore Varanasi

Kochi to Varanasi, India on August 13, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at Kashi Art Cafe, Kochi

Enjoy a healthy and artistic breakfast featuring local Kerala coffee and fresh pastries before your early departure. The cafe opens from 7:30am, so consider grabbing a takeaway if needed.
INR250, 0h45m

7:15am

Travel to Kochi Airport

Take a taxi or pre-arranged transport from your accommodation to Cochin International Airport, approximately 45 minutes travel time.
INR600, 0h45m

9:00am

Flight from Kochi to Varanasi

Catch a morning flight from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS), Varanasi. Flight duration is roughly 4.5 hours with a possible connecting flight depending on airline.
INR6000, 4h30m

2:00pm

Arrival & Check-in at Taj Ganges, Varanasi

After arrival, transfer to Taj Ganges hotel near the banks of the Ganges for a relaxing rest and freshen up.
INR7000, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Dashashwamedh Ghat

Explore the vibrant and spiritually significant Dashashwamedh Ghat, the main ghat in Varanasi, famous for its evening aarti rituals. The ghat is open throughout the day with evening aarti at 6:30pm.
Free, 1h30m

6:30pm

Attend Ganga Aarti Ceremony

Experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony with chants, lamps, and the holy river as the backdrop. This is a quintessential Varanasi cultural experience lasting about an hour.
Free, 1h

8:00pm

Dinner at Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe

Enjoy a laid-back dinner with great wood-fired pizzas and local vegetarian options in a cozy garden setting, open until 10:30pm.
INR800, 1h

9:00pm

Leisurely Walk Along the Ghats

End your day with a peaceful stroll along the illuminated ghats, soaking in the serene ambiance of the holy Ganges at night.
Free, 30m
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