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Varanasi Private Tour: Explore Hinduism, Buddhism and Local Culture in 3 Days
4.9
42 Ratings
Varanasi
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Varanasi with our 3-day private tour. Experience Hinduism, Buddhism, and the local way of life. Discover the city's religious sites, vibrant markets, and delicious food.
Duration:
3 days
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
Experience Varanasi Tour: 3 Days Private Guided Tour
Experience Varanasi - Private Guided Tours - Day 1.
Your guide will meet you at your hotel for the tours.
03:00 pm -05:00 pm Bengali Tola Walk: Walk through the narrow alleys of Varanasi is a rich cultural walk which takes you through the heart of the residential areas in the old city. Visit a temple, a private residence and an ashram.
05:00pm-07:00 pm Evening Boat Ride: Go for a evening boat ride by the sunset and witness the activities by the river side in the evening, watch the cremation at Manikarnika Ghat from the boat. Finally stop at Dasashwamedh Ghat to enjoy the Ganga Aarti ceremony from your private boat.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- All taxes, fees and handling charges included
- Food and beverages included during the tour
- Professional, licensed guide from the Ministry of Tourism
- Two private boat rides
- Transportation in a private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Tips
Additional Information
Experience Varanasi program is an endeavor to connect the tourist with the city. It aims to acclimatize the Guest with the local culture of Varanasi.. Along with the morning and evening boat rides, you will be able to explore the different religious aspects of the city like Hinduism and Buddhism. Take an insider’s look at various wholesale markets in the city like flowers, spices, paan (betel leaf). Walk through the residential areas of the old town, visit few temples and an ashram and indulge in some great local food.
- A maximum of 04 people per booking
Location
Kashi Chat Bhandar
Girja Ghar Chauraha
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(42 Ratings)
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Bryre_patchell
Apr 15, 2024
Exhilarating, informative, captivating. - Having now visited Varanasi our view is that an informative , knowledgeable guide is essential. There is so much context to understand in order to “get” what’s going on.
Our guide Kunal is an experienced expert in his craft who explained everything carefully and connects all the dots for us over three exhilarating days.
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Rich6543
Jan 14, 2024
Kunal is the best Tour Guide Ever! - My husband and I spent 4 nights in Varanasi in December and we employed Kunal to be our tour guide for the entire stay. The best decision ever! Kunal went well beyond meeting our expectations and he gave us so many wonderfully immersive experiences which were truly life changing. At all times he took exemplary good care of us. He took us far and wide to local places, meeting local people and doing local things which I doubt are on the usual tourist route. He is passionate about his city, his knowledge is vast and he has a wonderful way of explaining very intricate complex subjects in easily digestible bite sized chunks. Kunal went the extra mile to arrange a trip to Kolkata for us including all transport links as well as tour guides and phoned us frequently to ensure all was on track. We have never before come across a guide who is so passionate and caring and he truly made our stay both very memorable, informative and supremely enjoyable. Thank you Kunal, you are an amazing man.
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Rajkumarf2024
Jan 7, 2024
Guided tour to Varanasi - We arrived Varanasi by night train from Delhi. Our guide and car was waiting for us. We enjoyed our tour with experienced and well educated guide. Guide was always helpful and punctual to time. He always took care of group and its security. Food restaurent he sugessted were good and he knows this city very well. I will sugesst his services to visit Varanasi and its nughbour citys.
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Jenniferpp7270rl
Dec 27, 2023
An unforgettable experience in Varanasi - Kunal gave us a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I can’t even put into words the magic we experienced spending 2-1/2 days with him. There is no one who knows the city better. As a small boy growing up at the heals of his grandfather, running through the back alleys of the city, swimming in the “Mother Ganga” and having been born and raised in Varanasi, Kunal knows everyone and everyone knows him. Combine that innate understanding with his advanced studies at the elite Hindu University, and his outgoing, affable personality and you have a tour guide who is second to none. Absolutely fabulous!!! My daughter (who was a comparative religion major in college) had a particular fascination with city and the many, many people who make pilgrimages there. Kunal not only showed us the historic and significant sites, but knowing her particular interests he arranged for us to actually participate in some sacred rituals and meet a world-famous guru. The experience is one I will remember forever.
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Daydream34711994600
Dec 4, 2023
The perfect tour! - This tour was simply exceptional! The itinerary was created to ensure a full immersive experience of Varanasi, the culture, history, and temples. Kunal was well versed in the city and religious history and spoke in great detail. He was also very timely and detailed to ensure we received the most from this tour. My favorite part was experiencing the small streets of the old city on foot and tasting the local food items.
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Sightseer03999015324
Dec 2, 2023
Wonderful experience, would love to book with them again - Kunal made for a one of a kind and memorable varanasi trip. My family and I enjoyed every day thoroughly and Kunal made sure to give us the most immersive and hands on experience. From taking us to the best local bites, to getting to see the Mandirs up close without waiting in long queues, Kunal went out of his way to make sure we were getting the most out of our time in Varanasi. He is accommodating if you have specific places / things you want to do and even accommodating if you change plans last minute. Highly recommend going with him if you want to make the most of your Varanasi experience - especially if you are planning to go during a busy time like Dev diwali.
Looking forward to planning future trips with him.
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Road66916063367
Nov 29, 2023
Excellent experience and irreplaceable memory - Kunal was an EXCELLENT guide. We was very hands on and accommodating to our needs. The tours were very informative and spiritual. We got to experience Varanasi without needing to wait in the long lines and had exclusive access. Kunal also was very personable and experienced on the ins and outs of Varanasi. Going during Dev Diwali it was going to be very crowded with a lot to see but Kunal organized it very well and made sure we saw everything without needing to worry about the crowds. Highly recommend if you want to see Varanasi and that too during the busy Dev Diwali season, book with Kunal. He will give you the experience of a lifetime.
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Seaside67383215110
Nov 20, 2023
Excellent experience at Varanasi - We had an amazing experience and stay at Varanasi.Kunal, our guide, had enlightened us with his in-depth knowledge of this ancient city and took every step to ensure we were comfortable and safe and that our every wish was fulfilled.My favourite part of the trip was having the privilege to receive Shiva’s blessings in the form of a marigold flower garland and being able to participate in prayers for my grandparents and ancestors.
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Voyage10804433594
Nov 13, 2023
The Most Memorable Trip to Varanasi - This is bit late but as they say Better Late than Never.
We were in Varanasi during Dussehra holidays with our mom and we chose Kunal to explore the Varanasi.
This is one of the best trip we had and it’s all thanks to Kunal and itinerary he decided and managed for us.
He is born and brought up in Banaras and knows so many things that is not possible for any other person. He told us things that we have not heard or read.
He took care of each and every thing and treated mom as his own mom which is very remarkable.
If anybody wanted to experience Varanasi please contact Kunal without any second thoughts.
We had our best meals in Banaras and that’s too thanks to Kunal 😊
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Holidayjalsa
Nov 9, 2023
Excellent Varanasi by "Experience Varanasi" - "Experience Varanasi"...as the name suggests that they are thoroughly experienced and because of this they are delivering the best with a personal touch ...
My family (06 Oldies) was in Varanasi this week ...everyone was prasing and sharing best experiences. I am really thankful to Mr.Kunal Rakshit Ji for his personal approach fully dedicated & responsible behaviour. Wish him all the luck for future 🙏
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