Varanasi: Full-Day Sightseeing Tour with Guide & Boat Ride Private Tour with Car, Driver and Tour Guide Only
ID: GYG1100334-1689549
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore Varanasi on a full-day sightseeing tour with a professional guide. Visit historic temples, stroll the ghats, and enjoy a serene boat ride on the Ganges for a memorable cultural experience.
Pickup:
Morning pickup from your hotel in Varanasi (timing flexible).
1. Early Morning Ganges Boat Ride
Start your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River at sunrise.
Witness the spiritual rituals and morning prayers (Aarti) performed by devotees along the ghats.
Explore the famous ghats such as Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, and Assi Ghat from the water.
2. Breakfast Break
Return to the hotel or a local café for a traditional Indian breakfast.
3. Kashi Vishwanath Temple Visit
Explore the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Learn about its history and significance from your professional guide.
4. Sarnath Excursion
Drive to Sarnath, located about 10 km from Varanasi.
Visit Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum.
Understand the birthplace of Buddhism and see the relics of Lord Buddha.
5. Lunch Break
Enjoy a traditional vegetarian lunch at a local restaurant.
6. Varanasi City Tour
Explore the narrow alleys and markets of the old city.
Visit Bharat Mata Temple, Ramnagar Fort, and other historical landmarks.
Shop for souvenirs like silk, handicrafts, and local artifacts.
7. Evening Ganga Aarti (Optional)
Return to the Dashashwamedh Ghat to witness the evening Ganga Aarti, a mesmerizing spiritual ritual with fire, music, and chanting.
8. Drop-off
Transfer back to your hotel after the tour.
Highlights
- Full-day guided tour of Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest living cities.
- Explore the iconic Ghats of the Ganges, witnessing daily rituals.
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the famous gold-domed temple.
- Explore Sarnath, the Buddhist site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
- Enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the Ganges.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is approximately 8-10 hours long.
It is recommended to travel by private car or taxi for flexibility and time efficiency.
Local Himachali food is recommended for lunch.
Photography opportunities are available at various locations.
INCLUDED
- Hotel/airport pick up and drop off
- Private ac car for sightseeing with driver
- Professional tour guide
- Lunch at restaurant (If option select)
- Boat ride (If option select)
- Mineral water bottle
- All toll taxes and parking
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.
