Varanasi India 4 Day Itinerary

Varanasi 4-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Exploring the Ghats

  • Arrival: Reach Varanasi by train or air. The Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) is the nearest airport. From there, you can hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw to your hotel.
  • Hotel Check-in: Suggested hotels: Tulsi Ganges, Benares Hampton by Hilton, or Hotel Ponews. These are centrally located and offer great views of the Ganges.
  • Lunch: Visit Blue Lemon Cafe for a variety of international dishes with a beautiful river view.
  • Afternoon: Start your Varanasi journey by exploring the famous Ghats. Begin from Dasaswamedh Ghat, visit Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghat. Enjoy an evening Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
  • Dinner: Dine at Kaashi Yatra Rooftop Restaurant for authentic Banarasi cuisine.

Day 2: Temples, Silk, and Evening Boat Ride

  • Breakfast: Try Munchery by Radisson for a wide range of breakfast options.
  • Morning: Visit the ancient temples like Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple. Don’t forget to explore the narrow lanes around these temples known as ‘Gali.’
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Sagar Ratna for delicious North Indian food.
  • Afternoon: Explore the famous Benaras Silk Weaving Center and shop for Banarasi Sarees, scarves, and other items.
  • Evening: Take a boat ride on the Ganges to experience the spiritual atmosphere of Varanasi at night.
  • Dinner: Dine at Cafe Ganga for some international cuisine while enjoying the river view.

Day 3: Visit Ramnagar Fort and Sarnath

  • Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at your hotel or try a local street food joint near Assi Ghat.
  • Morning: Head to Ramnagar Fort, enjoy the royal ambiance and panoramic views of the river from the fort terrace.
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Shree Kashi Vishwanath Restaurant in Ramnagar Fort premises.
  • Afternoon: Visit Sarnath, about 10km from Varanasi. It is one of the holiest Buddhist sites where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon.
  • Dinner: Return to Varanasi and dine at The Grand Old Bistro for some fusion dishes.

Day 4: Departure

  • Breakfast: Have a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before checking out.
  • Last Moments: Spend your last moments in Varanasi visiting any unexplored Ghats or temples, shopping for souvenirs, or simply soaking in the spiritual atmosphere along the riverbank.
  • Departure: Head to the airport or railway station for your onward journey. Don’t forget to take back beautiful memories of this holy city.