Varanasi full day tour
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Country: India
Country: India
Duration: 08:00 hours
Description
Varanasi tour which is a mix of spiritual & cultural experience starting from sunrise in Varanasi. Enjoy the ancient temples and Ghats along with morning Boat ride and evening Aarati at the Ganges.
Pick up from the hotel in the early morning at 05:30 hrs to start your adventure and embark on the amazing boat ride on the Ganges with mesmerising views of the sunrise.
Ganga River
The Ganga River is the holiest river in India and serves as the lifeline of northern India.
Manikarnika Ghat (pass by): Manikarnika Ghat, the main burning ghat, is the most auspicious place for a Hindu to be cremated.
Dashashwamedh Ghat: Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat and most spectacular ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. According to one, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. According to another legend, Lord Brahma sacrifices ten horses during Dasa-Ashwmedha-Yajna.
Man Mandir Ghat (pass by): Situated north of Dashashwamedh Ghat, it is also known as Samsara Ghat, after the lingam of Lord Someshwar (another form of Lord Shiva), which is found here.
Kedar Ghat (pass by): Kedar Ghat in Varanasi is a riverfront step leading to the banks of the Ganges.
After the boat ride, drop off at your hotel for a morning breakfast.
Again, pick up from the hotel at 09:30 hrs. and drive to visit Varanasi.
start city tour of Varanasi visit main temples Kashi Vishvanath.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi Vishvanath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishvanath, one of the incarnations of Lord Shiva, and he is regarded as the patron deity of Varanasi. Lord Vishvanath is considered the supreme origin of spiritual truth and strengthens the bonds of universal brotherhood. It is believed that a single darshan of Vishweshwara Jyotirling is considered more auspicious than the darshan of other jyotirlingas in India.
Bharat Mata Temple
The temple is in the shape of a pentagon, with five pillars supporting the structure. This temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble. The map depicts the mountains, plains, and oceans up to scale. This temple is placed in a setting of natural beauty overlooking the Ganges and its holy ghats in Banaras.
Tulsi Manas Temple
The Tulsi Manas Mandir is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has had great historical and cultural importance in Hinduism since ancient times. Reportedly, prior to Ramcharitmanas, Lord Ram was depicted as a great king, and it was Ramcharitmanas who bestowed him as a deity.
Note: We will have lunch at a local restaurant (optional).
Bihar Hindu University
Banaras Hindu University is ranked among the best universities in India in the field of research. Today, the university is known for its state-of-the-art campus, environment, standard academic facilities, values, and culture.
In the evening, watch the evening Aarati ceremony on the banks of the Ganges.
Ganga Aarti
Spend one unforgettable hour in one of India's most ancient cities during this evening Aarti tour in Varanasi. Experience the beauty of this Hindu ritual, where light is offered up to the creator. Hear religious songs sung out into the night and watch as lamps are offered to the gods.
Later, drop at your hotel.
Pick up from the hotel in the early morning at 05:30 hrs to start your adventure and embark on the amazing boat ride on the Ganges with mesmerising views of the sunrise.
Ganga River
The Ganga River is the holiest river in India and serves as the lifeline of northern India.
Manikarnika Ghat (pass by): Manikarnika Ghat, the main burning ghat, is the most auspicious place for a Hindu to be cremated.
Dashashwamedh Ghat: Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat and most spectacular ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. According to one, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. According to another legend, Lord Brahma sacrifices ten horses during Dasa-Ashwmedha-Yajna.
Man Mandir Ghat (pass by): Situated north of Dashashwamedh Ghat, it is also known as Samsara Ghat, after the lingam of Lord Someshwar (another form of Lord Shiva), which is found here.
Kedar Ghat (pass by): Kedar Ghat in Varanasi is a riverfront step leading to the banks of the Ganges.
After the boat ride, drop off at your hotel for a morning breakfast.
Again, pick up from the hotel at 09:30 hrs. and drive to visit Varanasi.
start city tour of Varanasi visit main temples Kashi Vishvanath.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi Vishvanath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishvanath, one of the incarnations of Lord Shiva, and he is regarded as the patron deity of Varanasi. Lord Vishvanath is considered the supreme origin of spiritual truth and strengthens the bonds of universal brotherhood. It is believed that a single darshan of Vishweshwara Jyotirling is considered more auspicious than the darshan of other jyotirlingas in India.
Bharat Mata Temple
The temple is in the shape of a pentagon, with five pillars supporting the structure. This temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble. The map depicts the mountains, plains, and oceans up to scale. This temple is placed in a setting of natural beauty overlooking the Ganges and its holy ghats in Banaras.
Tulsi Manas Temple
The Tulsi Manas Mandir is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has had great historical and cultural importance in Hinduism since ancient times. Reportedly, prior to Ramcharitmanas, Lord Ram was depicted as a great king, and it was Ramcharitmanas who bestowed him as a deity.
Note: We will have lunch at a local restaurant (optional).
Bihar Hindu University
Banaras Hindu University is ranked among the best universities in India in the field of research. Today, the university is known for its state-of-the-art campus, environment, standard academic facilities, values, and culture.
In the evening, watch the evening Aarati ceremony on the banks of the Ganges.
Ganga Aarti
Spend one unforgettable hour in one of India's most ancient cities during this evening Aarti tour in Varanasi. Experience the beauty of this Hindu ritual, where light is offered up to the creator. Hear religious songs sung out into the night and watch as lamps are offered to the gods.
Later, drop at your hotel.
Highlights
- Morning Boat Ride on holy river Ganges.
- Watch the ancient city of Varanasi wake up with the sun.
- Visit Kashi Vishvanath Temple, Bharat Mata temples,
- Tulsi Manas Mandir, Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
- Evening Aarati at river Ganges.
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Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.