2 Nights 3 Days Spiritual Varanasi Tour with Cruise Ride
ID: GYG906705-1420274
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
3 days
Description
Embark on a 2 Nights 3 Days Spiritual Varanasi Tour with a serene cruise ride on the Ganges. Explore sacred temples, witness mesmerizing Aarti ceremonies, and experience.
Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi
Highlights: Ganga Aarti, Evening Stroll Along Ghats
Arrival: Upon arrival in Varanasi, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
Afternoon: Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most revered temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue to the Annapurna Temple and Tulsi Manas Mandir.
Evening: Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a spiritual ceremony filled with chanting, incense, and lights.
Overnight Stay: Varanasi
Day 2: Varanasi – Bodhgaya (260 km, 5–6 hours)
Highlights: Sarnath, Mahabodhi Temple
Morning: Start your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River to experience the spiritual activities on the ghats during sunrise. Post breakfast, drive to Bodhgaya.
Enroute Stop: Visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Sarnath Museum.
Afternoon: Arrive in Bodhgaya, the sacred site where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.
Evening: Explore the Mahabodhi Temple Complex, the Bodhi Tree, and other monasteries in the area built by different Buddhist countries.
Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya
Day 3: Bodhgaya – Varanasi Departure
Highlights: Vishnupad Temple, Local Culture
Morning: Visit the Vishnupad Temple, a famous Hindu temple in Gaya. You can also experience local Buddhist monasteries, including Thai, Japanese, and Tibetan.
Afternoon: Drive back to Varanasi and transfer to the airport/railway station for departure.
Highlights
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple one of India’s holiest temples Lord Shiva
- Experience the mesmerizing evening Ganga Aarti Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Seamless Experience Includes transport, accommodation, and meals
- Visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Pick up and drop off
- Private ac car for entire tour activity
- Professional tour guide
- 3 Star hotel accommodation
- Breakfast in hotel
- Boat ride (1 Time)
- Mineral water bottle
- All toll taxes and parking
NOT INCLUDED
- Entry tickets
- Lunch and dinner
- Any personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.