Private Full Day Varanasi Tour with Ganges Evening Boat Ride

5.0 (2 reviews) Varanasi, India
Duration10h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

1. Ganges aarti with Boat ride
2. Sarnath visit where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon
3. Afternoon visit local shops before driving to local Ghats while on a relaxing local boat.
4. See important locations such as Vishwanath temple and Sarnath
5. Explore oldest streets to get an idea of day to day life of people.
6. English speaking Guided Tour
7. Witness the worlds oldest city on a culturally-rich tour

What's included

  • All toll, tax, parking, fuel, driver waiting charges included
  • Sarnath sightseeing included with entrance tickets. (Closed on Fridays)
  • All sightseeing's and transfers by Private AC Car
  • Professional English speaking tour guide
  • Boat ride with Guided Ganges aarti
  • Arrival and departure assistance
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Any Personal expenses and fees other than mentioned.

What to expect

  1. Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
    3h · Admission ticket included
    You will be received from your location or Pickup point as chosen. We will first move ahead to Sarnath. After completing the traveling time of around 40 minutes, you will reach Sarnath [Sarnath Closed on Friday]. Some of the major sites to visit in Sarnath are Dharmekh Stupa, a place where Buddha gave his first preaching. Dharmarajika Stupa was constructed by king Ashoka to preserve the Buddha remnant. Other places that you will discover include Mulagandhakuti Vihara, Deer Park, and Ashoka Pillar. Sarnath Archeological Museum that exhibits the artistic and cultural antiquities of Buddhist will be your last visit. Later we will move to next point.
  2. Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    2h
    The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Vishwanath Gali of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh in India. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva temples. The main deity is known by the names Shri Vishwanath and Vishweshwara ( Vishveshvara or Vishveshvur) literally meaning Lord of the Universe. Varanasi was called Kashi ("shining") in ancient times, and hence the temple is popularly called Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
  3. 2h
    After Sarnath step into the streets of Varanasi and walk across the narrow lanes to discover a thousand years old alleys, temples which will leave you mesmerized. You will visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, famous food streets of Varanasi, Kachuri Gali, Perfume Market, Flower Market, Silk Market, Souvenirs Market, and many countless things.
  4. Manikarnika Ghat
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Manikarnika Ghat:- This Ghat is famous for being the sacred cremation ground for Hindus. Manikarnika Ghat is one of the holiest cremation grounds among the sacred riverfronts (Ghats), alongside the river Ganges. In Hinduism, death is considered a gateway to another life marked by the result of one's karma. It is believed that a human's soul attains moksha, and hence breaks the cycle of rebirth when cremated here. The well at the ghat is called Manikarnika Kund and was built by Lord Vishnu.
  5. Dasaswamedh Ghat
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Later in the evening, you will be taken to the riverbank of Ganga to see cremation rituals followed by witnessing the mesmerizing grand prayer (aarti) ceremony with a boat ride. Witness this auspicious event that fills the ambience with its vibes and sacredness! With the completion of the Ganga Aarti; at around 6:00 pm, this ever tour comes to an end.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This pickup point is only applicable in case Guest doesn't want Hotel/Airport/Railway station pickup so they can meet the Driver and Guide at Taj Nadesar roadside Exit Gate.

End point

This pickup point is only applicable in case Guest doesn't want Hotel/Airport/Railway station pickup so they can meet the Driver and Guide at Taj Nadesar roadside Exit Gate.

Pickup details

If Clients are staying in any other part of the city limit other than mentioned areas kindly please do define the Hotel Name at the time of Booking

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please note: Boat ride is subject to favorable weather conditions and permit from local Government only

Cancellation policy

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

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