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Explore the Best India Varanasi Tours Packages from a selection of 2 tours
Varanasi: Private Fully-Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride
Morning: Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges: 5:30 am: Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges River Begin your day early with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River. Witness the magical spectacle of sunrise over the ghats (riverfront steps) of Varanasi. Capture the soft hues of dawn as they illuminate the ancient cityscape and the rituals taking place along the riverbanks. Photograph the devotion of pilgrims as they perform their morning rituals, and the shimmering reflections of the temples and ghats in the holy waters. Enjoy breakfast. 1hour (at your own expense). Exploration of Varanasi's Old City: Take a stroll through the narrow lanes and alleys of Varanasi's Old City, a maze-like network of streets lined with ancient temples, traditional homes, and vibrant bazaars. Banaras Hindu University : Banaras Hindu University (Pass By) Stop for breakfast (own expense), then head to Banaras Hindu University at 10am. Established in 1916, BHU is the largest university campus in Asia. Tour the campus and see the new Vishwanath Temple (Birla Temple), which is an exact replica of the original Vishwanath Temple. Photograph the architectural splendor of temples like iconic Monkey Temple (Durga Temple). Capture the vibrant street life, including bustling markets, chai stalls, and the timeless rhythm of everyday life in this ancient city. Visit the Bharat Mata Temple, Admire the unusual marble relief map of the Indian subcontinent. Learn about the silk weaving traditions of Varanasi. Afternoon: Take a break for lunch 1 hour (at your own expense). Visit to Sarnath: After lunch, proceed to Sarnath, located just a short drive from Varanasi. This sacred site is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Explore the ruins of ancient Buddhist monasteries, stupas, and the Ashoka Pillar, which bears inscriptions commemorating Emperor Ashoka's visit to Sarnath. Capture the serene ambiance of the landscaped gardens and the spiritual significance of this revered pilgrimage site. Evening: Tea Break Time 1Hour Sunset at Dashashwamedh Ghat: Return to Varanasi in the late afternoon to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the city's most sacred and bustling ghats. Capture the elaborate rituals performed by priests, accompanied by chanting, music, and the rhythmic waving of oil lamps. As the sun sets and the evening descends, photograph the ethereal atmosphere and the flickering lights reflected on the surface of the Ganges River.
Tour Type | Regular |
Departure | Guaranteed |
Destinations | Varanasi |
Starts in | Varanasi |
Ends in | Varanasi |
Operated in | English |
3 Hours Guided Tour for Evening Light Ceremony on Ghats ( GANGA ARTI)
This tour is for the most famous and important Religious ceremony of Varanasi, popular as GANGA ARTI.We will leave the hotel at a pre-determined time and drive to a place from where we will walk for about 500 to 600 meters, through the busiest part of the city, to the Ganges.At the bank of Ganga, the holiest Hindu River, we will watch the preparations and happenings and then try to get the best possible seats to watch the whole religious performances which last for about 45 minutes.
Tour Type | Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Varanasi |
Starts in | Varanasi |
Ends in | Varanasi |
Operated in | English |