Private Full Day Varanasi Experience
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Varanasi
Experience Varanasi's vibrant culture with a boat ride, temple tours, Sarnath visit, and Ganga Aarti. Discover the essence of this spiritual city in one day.
Duration: 12 hours, 13 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Banaras Ghats - Early morning we will pick you up from hotel lobby at 06.00 AM start your day with a beautiful sunrise Boat ride on the Ganges river the boat ride will start from Dashashwamedh Ghat the boat will cover some Ghats the boat will drop at Manikarnika Ghat is also known as {The Burning Ghat} Varanasi is also famous for narrow lanes you can walk in narrow lanes look around the famous food and perfume or Ayurvedic oil market and many more

  • Banaras Hindu University - After breakfast later drive on a city tour The temple has a long history and has been rebuilt several times due to destruction by various rulers over the centuries. The current structure of the temple was built by Maharani Ahilya Bai Holkar of Indore in the 18th century. The temple complex is large and includes smaller shrines dedicated to various deities. Apart from the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi is home to numerous other temples, each with its significance and history. Some other notable temples in Varanasi include the Durga Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and the Tulsi Manas Temple.

  • Sarnath - Sarnath
    After visiting the city tour we will take you to Sarnath is home to several important Buddhist monuments, including the Dhamek Stupa, which is believed to mark the spot where Buddha gave his first sermon. The site also contains the remains of monasteries, stupas, and museums that provide insights into the rich history and heritage

  • Ganga Aarti - Ganga Aarti
    Get ready for a great experience in the evening for Ganga Aarti a Hindu ritual of worshiping the river Ganges, also known as the Ganga, which is considered sacred in Hinduism. The ritual typically takes place at sunrise or sunset, usually performed by priests along the banks of the river. It involves the offering of prayers, hymns, and chants to the river, along with the lighting of lamps or candles and floating of flower garlands or small oil lamps on the water. Tour ends here we will drop at the hotel

What's Included
  • Pick up & Drop from hotel
  • Rooftop Aarti seats
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Sarnath entrance
  • Tea and coffee
  • All taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

The tour will start early in the morning. Taking a boat ride in Varanasi is an essential experience that lets you observe the city’s lively atmosphere and rich culture from a unique vantage point. We will visit the Ghats of Varanasi during the boat ride and then return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we will tour the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, also known as the Golden Temple, as well as Manas Mandir, Hanuman Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Sankatmochan Temple, and BHU. At noon, we will drive to Sarnath. Historically, Sarnath is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to his five disciples after attaining enlightenment in Bodh Gaya. This event, known as the “Turning of the Wheel of Dharma” or “Dharmachakra Pravartana Sutra,” marked the beginning of Buddha’s teaching of the Dharma, or the path to enlightenment. In the evening, get ready for Ganga Aarti and enjoy the ceremony from Dasaswamedh Ghat. Afterward, rest for the night.

Location
Banaras Ghats
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Krishna
Apr 16, 2024
The tour was great - I traveled with my friend and we had just great time from reasonable price of great tour and guide relaxed pace of experience which is highly recommended to understand varanasi
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Shahnwaza2024
Apr 13, 2024
Full day varanasi - Rajat is a really good guide- he knows so much about Varanasi, the history and current practices of people today. I highly recommend this tour to everyone. I have been traveling India for 3 months and it is my favorite in India.
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