Budget-Friendly 2-Day Itinerary from Guwahati to Varanasi with Food and Sightseeing

Day 1: Travel & Explore Ghats

Guwahati - Varanasi, India on May 31, 2025

5:00AM

Travel to Varanasi

Start early from Guwahati by bus or train to reach Varanasi. Budget options like overnight trains or buses cost approximately INR 700-1000.
INR700, 12h0m

6:00PM

Check-in Budget Accommodation

Check into budget guesthouses or hostels in Varanasi near the Ghats for easy access to sightseeing. Options range from INR 300-600 per night.
INR500, 0h30m

7:00PM

Dinner at Kashi Chat Bhandar

Enjoy local street food specialties like chaat and lassi. This place is popular and affordable, perfect for budget travelers.
INR100, 1h0m

8:30PM

Evening Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat

Witness the famous Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ritual on the riverbank performed every evening at sunset.
Free, 1h0m
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Day 2: Sightseeing & Local Cuisine

Varanasi, India on June 1, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Blue Lassi

Start your day with delicious fruit and traditional lassis reputed for their flavors, served at a budget-friendly price.
INR50, 0h45m

8:00AM

Boat Ride on the Ganges

Take an early morning affordable boat ride (INR 200) along the Ghats to witness sunrise rituals on the river.
INR200, 1h0m

9:30AM

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Explore the famous Shiva temple, a key pilgrimage destination with free entry, immerse in spiritual vibes.
Free, 1h0m

11:00AM

Explore Sarnath

Take a budget shared auto or bus (approx INR 50) to visit Sarnath, an important Buddhist site with museums and stupas.
INR50, 3h0m

2:00PM

Lunch at a Local Dhaba

Savor vegetarian thali meals at a local dhaba for under INR 150, offering authentic regional cuisine.
INR150, 1h0m

3:30PM

Walk Through Varanasi Old City Markets

Experience vibrant street markets selling fabrics, souvenirs, and handicrafts, ideal for budget shopping and photos.
Free, 2h0m

6:00PM

Dinner at Annapurna Restaurant

Enjoy affordable North Indian dishes with vegetarian meals priced around INR 200.
INR200, 1h0m
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