Varanasi: Full-Day City Tour with Boat Ride and Aarti
ID: GYG1146149-1757840
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in the spiritual heart of Varanasi on a full-day tour. Enjoy a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, visit temples, explore Sarnath, and witness the evening aarti ceremony.
5:30 AM – 8:30 AM | Sunrise Boat Ride and Morning Rituals
• Get picked up from your hotel by your private car with driver.
• Reach the ghat for a peaceful sunrise boat ride on the Ganges
• Witness morning ceremonies and the vibrant life on the ghats
• Stop at the cremation ghat to learn about Hindu death rituals
• Visit the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple (viewed from outside only)
• Walk through the Golden Temple area and nearby shrines
• Continue to Banaras Hindu University and visit one of the tallest temples in the city
• Return to the hotel for breakfast and rest
12:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Sarnath Visit
• Your driver and guide pick you up again for the Sarnath tour
• Visit the Buddha Temple
• Explore the Sarnath Archaeological Museum
• Walk through the ruins where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon
• Return to the hotel and relax
4:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Evening Aarti on the Ghat
• Pick up from your hotel by your private car and guide
• Arrive at the ghat to witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony
• Experience the spiritual energy as priests perform the ritual with fire and chants
• Return to your hotel by 7:30 PM
Highlights
- Feel the spiritual energy of Varanasi as you explore its temples and ghats
- Experience a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges and witness aarti ceremonies
- Visit the Kashivishwanth Temple and explore the Golden Temple area
- Discover the Benares Hindu University and its tallest temple
- Explore Sarnath, where Lord Buddha taught his first five disciples
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes.
Photography might be restricted in some areas.
Respect local customs and dress modestly.
INCLUDED
- Private tour
- Transport by private, air-conditioned car
- All sightseeing with private local professional guides
- Sunrise boat ride on Ganges
- Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Walking tour in golden temple area
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Meals
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.
