The Best 3 Days Itinerary to Visit Varanasi

Varanasi, also known as Kashi and Banaras, is one of the oldest and holiest cities in India. The city is located on the banks of the Ganges and its spiritual atmosphere makes it unique. If you are planning a trip to Varanasi, this 3-day perfect trip itinerary can make your trip memorable.

Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi and Kashi Vishwanath Temple Darshan

✔ Morning/Afternoon:

• Arrive in Varanasi in the morning or afternoon.
• Check in at the hotel, take some rest and feel refreshed.

✔ Afternoon:

• Have breakfast or lunch at one of the cafes in the city.
• Visit the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India.
• Also visit the Annapurna Temple and Nepali Temple.

✔ Evening:

• Attend the grand Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
• After the Aarti, wander around the local market of Banaras and taste street food like Aloo Tikki Chaat, Tomato Chaat, Kachori Chaat and Pappu Chai.
• Go Banarasi Saree Shopping.
• Try the famous Baati Chokha Restaurant for dinner.
• Return to the hotel and relax.

Day 2: Ganga Aarti, Sarnath and BHU Tour

✔ Morning:

• Wake up at 5:00 am and watch the morning Ganga Aarti at Assi Ghat.
• Enjoy the beautiful sunrise view of the Ganga River from a boat or enjoy a boat ride.
• Have breakfast of tea and crispy kachori at Pappu Tea Stall at Assi Ghat.

✔ Afternoon:

• Visit the new Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Museum at BHU Campus.
• In the afternoon go to Sarnath, which is an important place of Lord Buddha.
• After returning from Sarnath, take a stroll on the ghats.
• Visit Kashi Dam Brahma Ghat.

✔ Evening:

• Taste Banarasi street food.
• Shop in Varanasi markets.
• Return to hotel and relax.

Day 3: Temple Darshan and Varanasi Farewell

✔ Morning:

• Wake up early in the morning and take a stroll on the ghats (from Assi Ghat to Namo Ghat).
• Have breakfast at Kachori Gali and try Banarasi lassi at Blue Lassi Shop.

✔ Afternoon:

• Visit Kal Bhairav ​​Temple, Durga Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple and Sankat Mochan Temple.
• Have lunch at Baati Chokha Restaurant.

✔ Evening:

• Enjoy the beautiful sunset from Ramnagar Fort.
• In the night, return to the hotel and catch a flight home.

Conclusion

Varanasi is a city that is a confluence of spirituality, history and culture. This 3-day trip will give you the full experience of this holy city. From Ganga Aarti to visiting temples, tasting street food and the vibrancy of Banarasi bazaar – everything will make your trip memorable. If you are visiting Varanasi for the first time, then this travel guide will be the best for you.

🚩 Har Har Mahadev! Kashi Vishwanath Ki Jai! 🚩