Planning just one day in Varanasi? No worries. With a rented twowheeler from Ride Kashi, you can comfortably cover the spiritual essence, local flavor, and vibrant culture of this timeless city. This blog lays out a perfect oneday itinerary—on your bike—for an unforgettable Banarasi experience.
🕔 5:30 AM – Start Your Day with Sunrise at Assi Ghat
Start early and head to Assi Ghat, one of the calmest and cleanest ghats in Varanasi. Park your Ride Kashi bike nearby and soak in the sunrise over the Ganges. You can even attend SubaheBanaras, a cultural morning prayer and classical music performance.
Pro Tip: Sip on a kulhad of tea from the roadside vendors while the city wakes up.
🕖 7:00 AM – Ride to Kashi Vishwanath Temple
After sunrise, ride through the narrow lanes toward the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. It’s best to reach early to avoid heavy crowds. Park in an authorized area nearby and walk to this iconic temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
🕘 9:00 AM – Breakfast at Lanka
Take a peaceful ride toward Lanka (near BHU) and enjoy a Banarasi breakfast. Try kachorisabzi, jalebi, or chooramatar at local stalls. There’s no better way to fuel your ride than with traditional flavors.
🕙 10:00 AM – Explore Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
After breakfast, explore the green, peaceful campus of BHU. Visit the New Vishwanath Temple, Bharat Kala Bhavan, and enjoy a relaxed ride through the treelined avenues.
🕛 12:00 PM – Visit Sarnath
Next, take a 30minute ride to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and Mulagandha Kuti Vihar. It’s peaceful, spiritual, and surrounded by gardens—perfect for a midday breather.
🕒 3:00 PM – Lunch Break at a Local Café
Head back into town and try a local café like Brown Bread Bakery, Open Hand Café, or Pizzeria Vaatika Café. These places offer great food and peaceful vibes.
🕓 4:00 PM – Visit Ramnagar Fort
Cross the Ganges on your bike and ride to Ramnagar Fort, an 18thcentury fort with a museum. The view of the Ganga from here is worth the trip. Take a short walk by the riverside afterward.
🕕 6:00 PM – Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
Park your bike at a nearby spot and head to Dashashwamedh Ghat. The evening Ganga Aarti is a mesmerizing experience with lights, chants, and hundreds of people. Don’t miss this spiritual highlight of the day.
🕗 8:00 PM – Dinner and Night Ride
Wind down with a relaxed ride along the ghats or around Godowlia. Enjoy a Banarasi dinner—perhaps a thali or street food like tamaatar chaat and banarasi paan.
Final Words
In one day, you’ve covered spiritual landmarks, ancient heritage, peaceful gardens, and delicious food—all thanks to the freedom your Ride Kashi bike gave you. Whether you’re a pilgrim, a backpacker, or a curious traveler, this itinerary is your key to unlocking the real Varanasi.