• Assi Ghat - Begin the day with a 5:00 am hotel pick-up and head to Assi Ghat to experience the serene Subah-e-Banaras and the Morning Ganga Aarti. After the Aarti, return to the hotel.
• Kashi Vishwanath Temple - Depart from the hotel at 8:30 am to visit the renowned Kashi Vishwanath Temple, also known as the Golden Temple. This sacred Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located on the western bank of the holy River Ganga and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the most revered Shiva temples.
• Monkey Temple (Durga Temple) - Visit the Durga Mandir, also known as the Monkey Temple, Durga Kund Mandir, and Durga Temple. This temple, constructed in the 18th century, holds significant religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to Maa Durga.
• Tulsi Manas Temple - Explore the Tulsi Manas Mandir, a prominent temple in Varanasi with great historical and cultural significance in Hinduism. It is the site where the ancient Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas was originally composed by the poet-saint, reformer, and philosopher Goswami Tulsidas in the 16th century.
• Birla Mandir - Visit the Shri Vishwanath Mandir, also known as Vishwanath Mandir, Vishwanath Temple, New Vishwanath Temple, and Birla Temple. It is one of the most famous Hindu temples and a major tourist attraction in Varanasi.
• Sarnath - After exploring Varanasi, proceed to Sarnath, located 13 km away, a significant pilgrimage site for Buddhists. It is where Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment. Sarnath’s temples and archaeological museum are rich with Buddhist art and treasures.
• Sarnath Museum - Discover the Sarnath Museum, the oldest site museum of the Archaeological Survey of India, showcasing the findings and excavations from Sarnath.
• Ganga Aarti - Return to Varanasi and head to Dasaswamedh Ghat for the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony. This beautifully choreographed ritual celebrates the River Ganges with burning lamps, flowers, and scented sticks, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Learn about Hindu mythology from your local guide. After the ceremony, return to your hotel.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• All Fees and Taxes
• Sightseeing with English Speaking Guide
• Kashi Vishawanath Temple Entry Fees
• Sarnath museum Entry Fees

• Gratuities (recommended)

Varanasi stands as India’s spiritual heartland and is recognized as among the world’s most ancient cities. Embark on this incredible full-day journey that transports you back through 5,000 years of chronicles, moving from the shores of the Ganges River to the cramped lanes of this densely populated locale. Accompany your local guide to Sarnath, the location where Gautama Buddha issued his initial sermon, and take a tour of the Sarnath Archeological Museum. Attend an evening Aarti ceremony at the Daswamedha Ghat and gain a deeper understanding of the Hindu traditions and the cultural practices of the locals.

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