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Varanasi 2 Days Itinerary

A compact spiritual journey through the oldest living city, exploring ancient temples, historic sites, and sacred river rituals

Varanasi 2 Days Itinerary mainCultural Heritage

Duration

2 Days / 1 Night

Category

Cultural Heritage

Destinations

2 places

Overview

Immerse yourself in the spiritual essence of Kashi with this optimal 2-day guide. Witness the spellbinding Ganga Aarti from a boat, visit the highly revered Kashi Vishwanath and Kal Bhairav temples, explore the historical lanes of Godowlia, and experience the peaceful Buddhist heritage of Sarnath.

Highlights

  • Seek blessings at the ancient Baba Kal Bhairav and Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temples
  • Experience a magnificent evening boat ride and Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • Explore the historic Banaras Hindu University (BHU) campus and the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • Excursion to the sacred Buddhist site of Sarnath, featuring ancient ruins and the Dhamek Stupa

Day-by-day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival, Central Temples & Evening Ganga Aarti

Arrive in Varanasi and check into your hotel. Begin your spiritual journey by seeking permission from Baba Kal Bhairav Temple, followed by a visit to the historic Mritunjay Mahadev Temple. Proceed to the legendary Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the adjacent Maa Annapurna Temple. In the late afternoon, head to the vibrant old city lanes of Vishwanath Gali for local shopping. Conclude your day with an evening boat ride on the Ganges River, witnessing the magnificent Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat from the water. Overnight stay at the hotel.

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    Hotel Check-in

    Arrive in Varanasi and check into your hotel

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    Kaal Bhairav & Mrityunjay Mahadev Temple

    Begin your spiritual journey by seeking permission from Baba Kal Bhairav Temple, followed by Mritunjay Mahadev Temple

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    Shri Kashi Vishwanath & Annapurna Temple

    Proceed to the legendary Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the adjacent Maa Annapurna Temple

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    Vishwanath Gali

    In the late afternoon, head to the vibrant old city lanes of Vishwanath Gali for local shopping

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    Dashashwamedh Ghat

    Conclude your day with an evening boat ride on the Ganges River, witnessing the magnificent Ganga Aarti ceremony

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    Overnight stay at the hotel

    Take rest and prepare for the next day's spiritual journey

Day 2

Southern Temples, BHU Tour & Sarnath Excursion

Start early to witness a serene sunrise aarti by the ghats. Afterward, head out to visit the southern temples of Varanasi, including Durga Mata Mandir (Durgakund), Tulsi Manas Mandir, and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir. Explore the green campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), visiting the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum. Relish a traditional local breakfast of Kachori Sabzi and Jalebi on the streets. In the afternoon, take a short drive to Sarnath to tour the ancient Buddhist ruins, Dhamek Stupa, and the Archaeological Museum before transferring to the airport or railway station for departure.

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    Start early to witness a serene sunrise aarti by the ghats

  2. Stop 2 of 5

    Afterward, head out to visit the southern temples of Varanasi, including Durga Mata Mandir (Durgakund), Tulsi Manas Mandir, and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir

  3. Stop 3 of 5

    Explore the green campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), visiting the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum

  4. Stop 4 of 5

    Relish a traditional local breakfast of Kachori Sabzi and Jalebi on the streets

  5. Stop 5 of 5

    In the afternoon, take a short drive to Sarnath to tour the ancient Buddhist ruins, Dhamek Stupa, and the Archaeological Museum before transferring to the airport or railway station for departure

What’s included

  • ✓ 1 night accommodation at a selected property
  • ✓ Traditional morning local breakfast (Kachori Sabzi & Jalebi) on Day 2
  • ✓ Dedicated local vehicle transfers for all mentioned sightseeing and temple visits
  • ✓ Arrangements for the evening Ganga Aarti boat ride

Not included

  • ✕ Midday meals, lunches, and dinners
  • ✕ Temple fast-track entry fees or special pooja arrangements
  • ✕ Personal expenses, tipping, and shopping costs
  • ✕ Camera tokens and entry tickets at historical monuments or museums