Overview
.Varanasi, or Benaras, (also known as Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world.
Itinerary
Upon arriving at Varanasi Airport, also known as Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS), you will step into one of the oldest living cities in the world—Varanasi, also called Benaras or Kashi. After completing all customs and immigration procedures, please proceed to the exit gate. Our Punpun Trails representative will be waiting for you in the lobby, holding a signboard with your name on it.
You will be welcomed and greeted by our representative, who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, proceed with check-in and take some time to rest for an hour.
In the evening, you will visit the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat on the banks of the sacred Ganga River. The Aarti usually begins around 6:00 PM. Please note that this is a No Vehicle Zone, so our vehicle will stop at the designated parking area. From there, you will either walk or take a cycle rickshaw through the bustling and crowded market to reach the ghat.
After the Aarti, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Varanasi.


Early morning, take a dip in the holy waters of the River Ganga, followed by a boat ride on the Ganges to witness the breathtaking sunrise. Later, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple—one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and among the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva—located on the western bank of the Ganges River..
Afterward, visit the Annapurna Temple, dedicated to Goddess Annapurna, and the Kaal Bhairav Temple, known as the “Kotwal of Kashi,” the protective deity of the city
Kashi Vishwanath temple Aarti Timing
| Time | Programme |
| 3:00 A.M. to 4:00 A.M. | Mangla Aarti |
| 11:15 A.M. to 12:20 P.M. | Bhog/Aarti |
| 7:00 P.M. to 8:15 P.M. | Saptirishi Aarti |
| 9:00 P.M. to 10:15 P.M. | Night Shringar/Bhog Aarti |
| 10:30 P.M. to 11 P.M. | Night Shayan Aarti |
Rudrabhishek Timing
| Time | Programme |
| 4:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. | Rudrabhishek |
Return to Hotel. After breakfast proceed temple tour visiting , Durga Temple, & New Kashi Viswanath Temple in Banaras Hindu University, Sankat Mochan Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple and Mani Mandir
After lunch, proceed for an excursion to Sarnath, located approximately 15 km from Varanasi city. This is the sacred place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
Visit the Buddha temples, Dhamekha Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Archaeological Museum.
The rest of the day is free for leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Varanasi


Day free for leisure & shopping Varanasi is famous for silk products. In time transfer to airport / railways station to catch the flight / train for onwards destination.
