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3 Days Varanasi trip
- 3 nights / 3 days
- 1–6 travellers
- 6 places





Trip map
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Evening Ganga Aarti
Arrive in Varanasi and dive straight into the spiritual heart of the city. Stroll through the ancient lanes of the old city and witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat as oil lamps float down the river.
Arrival in Varanasi
14:00Check in and settle into the rhythm of the holy city.

Dashashwamedh Ghat
17:302 hDashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of Varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
Experience the vibrant evening ritual where priests perform synchronized fire worship on the banks of the Ganges.
See photo of Dashashwamedh Ghat · Photo: Saaremees, CC BY-SA 4.0
Day 2: Sunrise Boat Ride and Kashi Vishwanath
Begin before dawn with a serene boat ride along the Ganges to watch the sunrise over the ghats. Later, explore the spiritual campus of Banaras Hindu University and visit the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

Assi Ghat
06:001 h 30 minAssi Ghat, Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India
Glide past the ancient ghats as morning rituals unfold along the riverbanks.
See photo of Assi Ghat · Photo: Titodutta, CC0
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
10:001 h 30 minLahori Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
One of the most revered Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the heart of the old city.
See photo of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple · Photo: Architkumar1234, CC BY-SA 4.0
Banaras Hindu University
14:302 hAjagara, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India
Explore one of Asia's largest residential universities, known for its sprawling green campus and the New Vishwanath Temple.
See photo of Banaras Hindu University
Day 3: Excursion to Sarnath and Departure
Take a short trip to Sarnath where Buddha gave his first sermon, exploring the peaceful ruins and museum. Return to Varanasi for some local silk shopping and a fond farewell to the holy city.

Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath
09:302 h 30 minDhamekh Stupa, Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221007, India
Wander through the peaceful deer park and ancient Buddhist stupas where Buddhism was first taught.
See photo of Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath · Photo: GONG JIE, CC BY-SA 3.0
Vishwanath Gali
14:002 hVishwanath Gali, Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
Browse the local markets for world-famous Banarasi silk sarees and intricate handcrafts.
See photo of Vishwanath Gali · Photo: Architkumar1234, CC BY-SA 4.0Departure from Varanasi
17:00Conclude your journey and prepare for departure from Varanasi.