Varanasi: Private Varanasi Temple Tour With Sarnath

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ID: GYG480691-853569
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Country: India

Duration: 16:00 hours


Description

The city offers complete mental peace and an opportunity for you to delve yourself with an overall spiritual enlightenment. This one day Varanasi private tour lets you experience the true and colorful nature of India.
Your tour will start off by a visit to the place where Lord Buddha gave his very first sermon, Sarnath, which is just 10 Kms away from the city of Varanasi. A world heritage site, Sarnath is home to some of the oldest and holiest Buddhist sites.

You will be taken on a completely guided tour to several interesting sites like, Dhamekh Stupa, one of the largest and the most massive structures in Sarnath, Chaukhandi Stupa, one of the most important Buddhist stupas in Sarnath which is known for its octagonal shape and finally ending with a refreshing visit to the Sarnath Museum.

After the sightseeing session in Sarnath, on your way back you will be taken for a fulfilling and traditional lunch at a local restaurant.
On reaching Varanasi you will be made to visit some of the most religious and important pilgrimage sites in India. This will include a visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva which stands proudly on the western banks of the holy river of Ganges.

The temple is known for its grandeur and impeccable style where the three domes are made of pure gold. This temple attracts around 3,000 visitors on a daily basis and is always kept at a pedestal among religious communities.

Next, Visit the most famous and well-known temples in India, this place holds immense importance both culturally and historically. The temple is the place where the ancient Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas was originally written by the Hindu saint, poet, reformer and philosopher – Goswami Tulsidas during the 16th century. One visit to this place and you will know why this place is among one of the most revered temples.

You will be taken on a spiritual trip to one of the oldest Hanuman Mandir in India. Established by the famous Hindu preacher and poet Sri Tulsidas in the early 1500s, the temple sits comfortably on the banks of the Assi River. It is said that the temple was built one the exact spot where Tulsidas had a vision of Lord Hanuman. It is said that people who have a misplaced Shani (Saturn) in their astrological reading should pay regular visit to this temple in order to get rid of the bad omen.

As evening draws, you will be taken on a fun and enriching boat ride experience on river Ganges. You can also opt for a holy dip in the river. Late in the evening, towards sundown, you will be taken to one of the several ghats to experience one of the most spiritually awakening aartis which is performed by pundits along the river Ganges.

You also have the liberty to stroll along the ghats and breathe in the local culture. After this, you will be taken to your hotel for a wholesome dinner and a night stay.

Highlights

  • Skip the line the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • Complete exploration of Sarnath
  • Exploring the various ghats of varanasi

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tour Will Be Start at 05: 30
Please note that lunch is not included.
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Pickup from you hotel in Varanasi and railway station.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

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

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.