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arrow_back Back to main guideAirport: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), 25km from city
Varanasi Junction (BSB)
Most major trains stop here. Located about 10km from Sarnath.
Booking: IRCTC or 12Go.asia
Note: Trains more comfortable
₹50-200
Best for: Short distances, local sightseeing
Bargain for the fare before starting the journey. Agree on the price beforehand.
₹800-1200 per day
Best for: Day trips, comfortable travel
Book in advance, especially during peak season. Check the meter or agree on a fixed price.
Smart strategies to beat the rush and travel peacefully
October-March are peak tourist months - avoid if seeking solitude
seasonSchool vacation periods (May-June, Dec-Jan) bring domestic tourist rush
seasonVisit Mandu, not Ajanta, for equally stunning but empty monuments
alternativesVaranasi ghats are quietest 5-6 AM before sunrise rituals begin
timingSunset visits are less crowded than sunrise at most attractions
timingMonsoon season (July-September) offers empty attractions in most regions
seasonAvoid Golden Triangle (Delhi-Agra-Jaipur) if crowds bother you
alternativesAvoid: Weekends, Indian holidays (Jan 26, Aug 15, Diwali), school vacations (May-June, Dec-Jan).
Best: Weekday mornings, monsoon season for most destinations, opposite shoulder seasons.
Use indianrail.gov.in to find routes and prices
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Altitude sickness preparations needed - Moving to Ladakh, Sikkim, or Himachal hills requires Diamox and acclimatization time that beach states don't need.
Backup photos regularly - Internet cafes and shops can transfer photos to hard drives or cloud storage. Don't risk losing everything.
Altitude sickness is serious - Acclimatize properly in Ladakh and high-altitude areas. Ascend slowly and recognize symptoms.
Time of day affects safety - Evening and night PDA is considered more problematic than daytime, especially in parks and isolated areas.
Keep copies of important documents - Store passport, visa, and insurance details in email, cloud storage, and with someone at home.
Rajasthan is extremely conservative - Tourist cities like Jaipur and Udaipur still maintain very traditional views on public affection.
Trust your instincts always - If a situation feels wrong, remove yourself immediately. Your gut feeling is usually correct.
State tourism websites offer deals - Each state's tourism portal has packages locals don't advertise. Check before booking accommodations.
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