Varanasi Tour Package From Delhi A 5 - Day Itinerary
Day1: Going to Varanasi
Morning: Start Delhi and make your way to Varanasi via train or early morning flight. When you get there, check into your hotel and take a shower.
Afternoon: Visit the Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first sermon, to start your exploration. Visit the Sarnath Archaeological Museum, Chaukhandi Stupa, and Dhamek Stupa.
Evening: Go back to Varanasi and visit Dashashwamedh Ghat to see the beautiful Ganga Aarti. The chants and quiet setting will enchant you.
Overnight: Stay at your hotel in Varanasi.
Day 2: Varanasi tour
Morning: Take an early morning boat ride on the Ganges River. Watch the sunrise and see the ghats come alive with devotees performing their rituals. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Afternoon: Visit the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum on the campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) having breakfast. Study the extensive collection of objects and artworks housed in the museum.
Evening: Take a leisurely stroll down Varanasi's winding streets while shopping for trinkets and enjoying regional specialties.
Overnight: Stay at your hotel in Varanasi.
Day 3: Varanasi – Prayagraj Excursion
Morning: After breakfast, embark on a day trip to Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), about a 2-hour drive from Varanasi. Visit the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
Afternoon: Explore Anand Bhavan, the ancestral home of the Nehru-Gandhi family, now a museum showcasing historical artifacts.
Evening: Return to Varanasi and relax at your hotel.
Overnight: Stay at your hotel in Varanasi.
Day 4: Varanasi – Ramnagar Fort and Temples
Morning: After breakfast, visit the Ramnagar Fort, located on the eastern bank of the Ganges. The fort houses a museum displaying vintage cars, royal palanquins, and medieval costumes.
Afternoon: Head to the Durga Temple, also known as the Monkey Temple, and the Tulsi Manas Temple, which features the verses of the Ramcharitmanas inscribed on its walls.
Evening: Enjoy a peaceful evening by the river, perhaps with another boat ride or a visit to a local café.
Overnight: Stay at your hotel in Varanasi.
Day 5: Departure from Varanasi
Morning: After breakfast, spend your morning visiting any remaining spots or shopping for last-minute souvenirs.
Afternoon: Check out from your hotel and proceed to the airport or railway station for your return journey to Delhi.
Evening: Arrive back in Delhi, concluding your enriching Varanasi tour.
This 5-day itinerary offers a comprehensive experience of Varanasi's spiritual essence, historical significance, and cultural richness. Enjoy your journey!
