5 Days Varanasi Rural Tour – For Spiritual Village Life
ID: GYG954878-1486597
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
5 days
Description
Experience the spiritual essence of village life with our 5-day Varanasi Rural Tour. Explore ancient temples, interact with locals, enjoy serene boat rides, and witness traditional rituals.
Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi & Ganga Aarti
Arrive in Varanasi and transfer to your hotel.
Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple for blessings.
Enjoy a boat ride on the Ganges River at sunset.
Witness the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, a mesmerizing spiritual experience.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 2: Rural Life Experience in Lamahi Village
Early morning sunrise boat ride on the Ganges.
After breakfast, proceed to Lamahi Village, famous for its association with Munshi Premchand.
Experience traditional agriculture, pottery making, and weaving.
Evening visit to a local Ashram for meditation and spiritual discourse.
Return to Varanasi for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Visit to Rameshwar & Sarai Mohana Weavers Village
Drive to Rameshwar Village, known for its sacred Shiva Temple and rustic landscapes.
Participate in a yoga session by the Ganges with a local guru.
Visit Sarai Mohana Village, home to Banarasi silk weavers, and learn about the intricate weaving process.
Enjoy a traditional folk music performance in the evening.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 4: Exploring Chiraigaon & Sarnath
Visit Chiraigaon, a model village known for its sustainable agriculture and organic farming.
Interact with farmers and learn about local dairy farming and organic vegetable cultivation.
Proceed to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit:
Dhamek Stupa
Mulagandha Kuti Vihara
Sarnath Museum
Return to Varanasi for leisure time at the ghats.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 5: Departure from Varanasi
Early morning ritual bath in the Ganges (optional).
Free time for shopping at local markets for Banarasi silk and handicrafts.
Transfer to the airport/railway station for departure.
Highlights
- Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Temple, and Kal Bhairav Temple
- Excursion to Sarnath – Explore the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa.
- Experience village life – Walk through fields, interact with farmers
- Enjoy a home-cooked village meal and learn about rural cuisine.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- pickup and drop from varanasi airport/railway station
- 4 nights accommodation in a hotel or rural homestay
- everyday breakfast and dinner in the resort
- Private AC vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- Guided village tours and activities
- Boat ride on the Ganges
- Yoga session and folk music performance
- 1 mineral water bottled
- All taxes and driver allowances
NOT INCLUDED
- Airfare/train tickets to Varanasi
- Lunch & Personal expenses (laundry, shopping, tips)
- Additional meals and drinks
- Entry fees to monuments and museums
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusion
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.
