Varanasi: 3-Day Guided Tour with Ganga Aarti & Sarnath Visit
ID: GYG1492717-2280217
Categoria:
Paese: India
Durata:
3 giorni
Descrizione
Discover the spiritual heart of India on a 3-day tour of Varanasi and Sarnath. Witness the Ganga Aarti, enjoy a sunrise boat ride, explore temples, & visit Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon.
### Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi and Ganga Aarti
Arrive at Varanasi Airport and meet your guide. Transfer to your hotel and check in. After some time to relax, head to the ghats of the Ganges to witness the Ganga Aarti. Observe priests performing the sacred ritual with large brass lamps, rhythmic chants, and devotional music against the illuminated ghats. Return to the hotel after the ceremony.
### Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing and Sarnath
Start early with a peaceful sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River. Observe pilgrims performing rituals along the ghats and experience the daily rhythm of prayers, meditation, and traditional ceremonies along the riverbanks. Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Continue with a Varanasi city tour. Visit Banaras Hindu University, one of Asia’s major residential universities, Bharat Mata Temple, known for its distinctive cultural significance, and Tulsi Manas Mandir.
Continue to Sarnath, approximately 10 km from Varanasi, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore Dhamek Stupa, see the Ashoka Pillar, and visit the Archaeological Museum to discover the area’s Buddhist heritage and archaeological treasures. Return to Varanasi in the evening. Relax at the hotel or explore the local markets.
### Day 3: Departure from Varanasi
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Varanasi Airport for your onward journey. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some last-minute shopping or a short visit to nearby ghats.
Punti salienti
- Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony on the ghats of the Ganges
- Enjoy a peaceful sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi
- Explore the spiritual and cultural heritage of Varanasi and Sarnath
- Visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, and Tulsi Manas Mandir
- Discover the Dhamek Stupa, Ashoka Pillar, and Archaeological Museum
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
Carry your booking confirmation and valid identification documents
The Ganges River boat ride and monument entrance fees specified in the program are included
Camera fees at monuments and optional activities are excluded
INCLUSO
- Assistance on arrival and departure
- Hotels Used or Similar (2 Nights Accommodation)
- 3-Star Hotels: Varanasi (2 nights): Meraden Grand / Hotel TridevDaily breakfast at the hotel
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- English-speaking local guide as per the itinerary
- Boat ride on the Ganges River
- Monument entrance fees as per the program
- Bottled drinking water during travel
- All applicable government taxes
NON INCLUSO
- Domestic or international flight tickets
- Camera fees at monuments
- Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, and beverages
- Optional activities
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
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Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.
