Day 13:
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After an early breakfast transfer to the airport to board the
schedule morning flight to Varanasi. Assistance on arrival
and transfer to the hotel. Later take an excursion to Sarnath,
located at 10 Kms from Varanasi where Lord
Buddha gave his first sermon to the five holy men; visit Dharmarajika Stupa
The 110 ft tall Dhamekh Stupa marks the place where Buddha preached first
sermon., also visit to Archaeological museum, the collection of ancient
Buddhist relics and antiques comprising numerous Buddha and Bodhisatva
images, also see the Ashok Pillar with 4 lions, built in 3rd Centaury BC.,
symbolize both Ashoks's imperial rule and the kingship of the Buddha. The
four-lion capital was adopted as the emblem of the modern Indian republic.
After visit return to Varanasi, early evening take half day sightseeing of the
city visiting. Golden Temple dedicated to lord Shiva, the Durga temple
dedicated to goddess Durga. Interestingly the Durga Temple is also known as
the Monkey Temple due to the large number of monkeys found in the Temple
premises, in the evening you can take a walk through the narrow lane to
explore and colourful market of the ancient city. Rest of the evening free for
leisure and individual activities Overnight at the hotel.
Day 14:
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Early morning enjoy the boat ride on the Ganges at dawn
when it is full of pilgrims is an amazing place to witness the
living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most
important religion. While on the boat you will also see
the cremation ceremonies of dead bodies as per Hindi Rituals. After ride
return to the hotel check out and drive to the airport to board the early
afternoon flight to Khajuraho. Assistance on arrival and check in to the hotel.
The evening free for leasuire and individual activities. Overnight at the hotel.
Return to the hotel for overnight.
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