Day 01
Varanasi, Sarnath, and Evening Ganga Aarti
- 05:00 AM - Departure from Delhi (or Other Cities)
- Arrive at your departure airport.
- Board an early morning flight to Varanasi, typically departing around 6:00 AM.
- 07:30 AM - Arrival in Varanasi
- Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport, meet your tour guide and driver.
- Transfer to the city for your sightseeing tour.
- 08:30 AM - Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Begin at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most sacred temples in Hinduism.
- Experience the spiritual aura and learn about its historical and religious significance.
- 10:00 AM - Explore the Ghats of Varanasi
- Visit the famous Dashashwamedh Ghat and other nearby ghats along the Ganges.
- Witness the daily rituals, devotees offering prayers, and the vibrant life along the riverbanks.
- 11:30 AM - Drive to Sarnath
- Travel to Sarnath, a 10 km drive from Varanasi.
- Explore the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum.
- Learn about the significance of Sarnath as the site of Buddha's first sermon.
- 01:30 PM - Lunch
- Enjoy a traditional Indian lunch at a local restaurant or a luxury hotel.
- 02:30 PM - Visit Bharat Mata Mandir and BHU (Optional)
- Visit the Bharat Mata Mandir, which features a unique map of India carved in marble.
- Explore the sprawling campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and its historical significance.
- 04:30 PM - Evening Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ritual performed at sunset.
- Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with chanting, lamps, and offerings to the river Ganges.
- 06:00 PM - Transfer to Varanasi Airport
- Drive back to the airport for your return flight.
- 08:00 PM - Flight Departure
- Board your evening flight to Delhi (or your city of origin).
- 09:30 PM - Arrival in Delhi (or Other Cities)
- Arrive back at your destination with cherished memories of the spiritual and cultural experience of Varanasi.
