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Cultural Escape to Varanasi

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Spent 9 unforgettable days in Varanasi. Highlights include Ramnagar Fort, Sarnath, and Dashashwamedh Ghat. Highly recommend for cultural lovers.

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India 9 days8 Feb 2025 – 16 Feb 2025 ₹13,320 – ₹16,280 approx 15 likesCultural
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Vikram Reddy

Created 14 January 2025

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

₹1,300

Ramnagar Fort

Car

Shopping and souvenirs near Ramnagar Fort. Bargain hard at the local markets.

Day 2

₹1,200

Sarnath

Flight

Take a guided tour of Sarnath — the local stories make it come alive.

Day 3

₹1,700

Dashashwamedh Ghat

Auto

Hike to Dashashwamedh Ghat early morning. The trail takes about 2 hours one way.

Day 4

₹1,700

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Flight

Morning yoga session, then head to Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 5

₹1,500

Assi Ghat

Bus

Shopping and souvenirs near Assi Ghat. Bargain hard at the local markets.

Day 6

₹1,900

Ramnagar Fort

Ferry

Visit Ramnagar Fort and interact with locals. Their recommendations are gold.

Day 7

₹1,700

Sarnath

Train

Hike to Sarnath early morning. The trail takes about 2 hours one way.

Day 8

₹2,100

Dashashwamedh Ghat

Other

Morning yoga session, then head to Dashashwamedh Ghat. Return for a relaxed evening.

Day 9

₹1,700

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Other

A full day at Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Don't miss the sunset views from the western side.