Visit the city that is as old as time itself. Sitting pretty on the bank of the holy river Ganges, Varanasi is considered one of the holiest cities of India and an important seat of learning. Embark on a Buddhist pilgrimage of the city as you visit the various towns around it that derive their importance from the erstwhile presence of Lord Buddha. Visit the famed Kashi Vishwanath temple to offer your prayers. Walk along the ghats or take a boat ride to watch the sunrise and the sunset. Purchase some of the finest Benarasi silk sarees from the innumerable emporiums dotting the streets.
Details Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi
Upon arrival in Delhi, meet and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 2: Delhi – Varanasi
After breakfast drive to airport for flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival in Varanasi check in to your hotel room. Evening, explore Varanasi and attend the majestic arti on the banks of Ganges. You further get back to hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 3: Varanasi – Sarnath
Early morning on the banks of Ganga, savoring a magnificent view of the sunrise. You get back to the hotel for breakfast and lead towards Sarnath. Sarnath is where legendary emperor Ashoka spent good times of his life and built Dharmarajika Stupa and erected his symbolic pillars. By late evening, back to your hotel. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 4: Varanasi – Delhi
After breakfast, leave Varanasi to Delhi Airport to continue your own journey. Hence this soulful journey ends.
