Varanasi Tour Packages 03N-04D ( Varanasi & Prayagraj)

Overview

The land of Varanasi (Kashi) has been the ultimate pilgrimage spot for Hindus for ages. Hindus believe that one who is graced to die on the land of Varanasi would attain salvation and freedom from the cycle of birth and re-birth. Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown.

Trip Highlights

Day 1 : Arrival and Evening Ganga Aarti

Arrive at Varanasi’s Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport or Varanasi Junction Railway Station.
Check in to your hotel or guesthouse and freshen up.
Start your exploration with a visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu temples.
Stroll along the ghats, including Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, and Assi Ghat.
Enjoy the picturesque views of the Ganges River and the activities on the ghats.
Head back to Dashashwamedh Ghat in the evening.
Attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony, which takes place daily around sunset.
You can hire a boat to get a unique perspective of the aarti from the river.

Day 2 : Varanasi Exploration

Start your day early with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges. You can hire a boat from Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Witness the morning rituals, temple bells, and the ghats coming to life.
Drive to Sarnath, a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site, located just a few kilometers from Varanasi.
Visit the Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and the famous Sarnath Archaeological Site.
Spend your afternoon exploring other prominent temples like Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, and Bharat Mata Temple.
Continue exploring the ghats and the city’s narrow winding streets.
You can choose to attend another evening aarti at a different ghat or return to Dashashwamedh Ghat for a different experience.

Day 3: Cultural and Culinary Exploration

Participate in a traditional Indian cultural experience like a yoga session or take a silk weaving or pottery workshop. There are many centers offering such activities in Varanasi.
Spend your afternoon shopping for Banarasi silk sarees, jewelry, and other souvenirs in the local markets.
Explore more temples and ghats, if you wish.
Attend a classical music or dance performance, which is often held in the city in the evening.

Day 4 : Day Trip and Departure

Take a day trip to Chunar, a historic town located about 40 kilometers from Varanasi.
Explore Chunar Fort, known for its strategic location and scenic views of the Ganges.
Head back to Varanasi in the afternoon.
Departurture.