Full-Day Private Tour To Varanasi with Sarnath and Boat Ride
Highlights
Varanasi
religious, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Description
Embark on a full-day private tour of Varanasi, one of the world's oldest and holiest cities, offers an immersive experience of its spiritual, cultural, and historical richness. The tour includes visits to sacred ghats, ancient temples, and the Buddhist heritage site of Sarnath, along with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River.
Itinerary
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Varanasi: Private Full-Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride
- Morning
5:30 AM: Pick-up from Hotel and transfer to the ghats for the Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges River.
- Witness the serene early morning rituals, prayers, and bathing ceremonies at the ghats.
- Experience the calm beauty of the Ganges with views of Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, and the bustling riverbank.
7:00 AM: Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Explore the narrow alleys leading to the temple and absorb the spiritual atmosphere.
- Mid-Morning
9:00 AM: Head to Sarnath, the sacred site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.
- Visit Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum to explore Buddhist history and artifacts.
11:30 AM: Visit other notable temples in Varanasi such as:
- Durga Temple (famous for its unique architecture).
- Tulsi Manas Temple, known for the verses of the Ramcharitmanas inscribed on its walls.
- Afternoon
1:00 PM: Lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Varanasi cuisine, such as kachaudi, chaat, and lassi.
2:00 PM: Visit the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, and Bharat Mata Temple, with its unique relief map of India.
- Evening
4:30 PM: Head back to the ghats to experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
- Watch the synchronized rituals performed by priests with lamps, chanting, and music, creating a divine atmosphere along the river.
6:00 PM: After the Aarti, enjoy a stroll along the ghats, capturing the evening glow of Varanasi.
7:00 PM: Return to the hotel or drop-off at the airport/train station.
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What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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