Private Full-Day Varanasi Tour with Boat Ride

Varanasi, India
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Full Day Varanasi Tour with Sarnath offers a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and culture, providing an immersive experience of one of India’s most iconic destinations. This tour is a wonderful opportunity to experience the religious, cultural, and historical essence of Varanasi and Sarnath in a single day.

Options

Tour With Car and Guide Only

In this option you will a car , guide and boat ride.
Pickup included

Tour With Entry Fee & Lunch

In this Option you will get a car , guide, boat ride, entry fee and Lunch (Veg Thali)
Pickup included

What's included

  • Tour guide
  • Pickup and drop back to hotel in Varanasi
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Morning Boat ride
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Food and Drinks
  • Entry Fee

What to expect

  1. Varanasi
    30m
    Pickup from your hotel in Varanasi or Varanasi airport at 5:50AM in summer and 6:30 AM in Winter
  2. Ganges River
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Begin your day with a serene boat ride along the Ganges River at sunrise. Witness the rituals, the ghats, and the vibrant energy of this sacred river.
  3. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    After the boat ride, head to the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It’s one of the holiest places for Hindus.
  4. Sarnath
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    After exploring Varanasi, take a short drive to Sarnath (about 10-15 km from the city). Sarnath is the place where Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Here, you can visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological Museum, and the Ashoka Pillar.
  5. Banaras Hindu University
    1h
    If time permits, visit the BHU campus, one of India’s oldest and largest universities. The university has a beautiful campus, and you can also visit the Vishwanath Temple on the campus.
  6. Dasaswamedh Ghat
    1h
    Evening Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat: End the day with the famous Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. It’s an unforgettable experience, with priests performing rituals with fire, incense, and chants, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere
  7. Varanasi
    30m
    After the evening Aarti, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel, concluding your memorable full-day tour of Varanasi and Sarnath.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our driver will meet you at your location in Varanasi

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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