Varanasi: 3-hour street food tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Varanasi, India
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

This tour is unique because it offers an authentic, immersive experience of Varanasi's rich culinary heritage, guided by a local expert who knows the best hidden gems and flavors. Participants get to taste iconic street foods and sweets that reflect the city's vibrant culture, from the tangy tamatar chaat to creamy lassi and meetha paan, each with unique spices and preparations only found here. This tour goes beyond standard sightseeing, providing a sensory journey that lets visitors connect with Varanasi's traditions and flavors in an intimate, memorable way—perfect for food lovers and cultural explorers alike.

What's included

  • English-speaking live guide
  • 6-7 vegetarian street food tasting
  • All transfers during the tour on a rickshaw/tuk-tuk
  • Tips
  • Hotel Pick-up and drop-off

What to expect

Your tour starts at 3:00 PM when your guide meets you at the designated point. Begin by sampling the best lassi (buttermilk garnished with condensed milk) and samosas (crispy potato-filled pastries with mint sauce). Next, visit Kashi Chaat Corner, Varanasi’s iconic eatery, to try papri chaat (a tangy yogurt-based dish), tamatar chaat (a spicy tomato and basil curry), and pani puri (crispy balls with tangy, spicy water). Finish with Varanasi’s famous sweets—gulab jamun and kulfi (Indian ice cream)—and end with a sweet meetha paan (betel leaf treat).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet Your Guide outside the Police Station, Adjacent to Two Wheeler Parking, Godowlia.

End point

Meet Your Guide outside the Police Station, Adjacent to Two Wheeler Parking, Godowlia.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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