Overview
For the safety & security of our guests we provide only licensed guides [Approved by Ministry of tourism government of India], who are well trained, educated & highly qualified. All of our guides have at least decades of experience specially working in Varanasi.
Varanasi Tour Itinerary can be divided in three part each of 3-4 hours.
1.Morning boat ride at the dawn followed by old city walk and Kashivishwnath Temple [Golden Temple]
2. Sarnath Tour
3. Evening Boat ride followed by Ganga Aarti
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
English speaking Guide
Guide in other language [French/ German, Spanish/ Italian] on demand and availability
Transport, Boat ride, Entrance Fee, Tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle [If needed] at $:10/ Per person Extra Direct Payment
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
At the gate of Hotel Ganges Grand
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Ganges River
3 hours
Morning boat ride at the dawn followed by Vishwnath Dham: Boating in the Ganges during the sun rise in Varanasi is main attraction. We can observe here the Hindu’s way of life on the bank of the river Ganges (Ghats).
Varanasi presents a unique combination of physical, metaphysical and supernatural elements. According to the Hindu mythology, Varanasi liberates soul from human body to the ultimate. It is the Ganga Ghats of Varanasi that complement the concept of divinity. The Ganga Ghats at Varanasi are full of pilgrims who flock to the place to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins.
There are number of temples on the bank of the Ganga River in Varanasi. It is at the Ganga Ghats where we see life and death together. There are numbers of Ghat alongside Ganga in Varanasi. Some of the prominent and popular Ghats at Varanasi are the Dasaswamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Harischandra Ghat &Kedar Ghat -
Sarnath
2 hours
Sarnath: Sarnath in Varanasi, is the place where Buddha chose to deliver his first sermon. It makes Sarnath one of the most venerated Buddhist places.
There are many Buddhist monuments and edifices at Sarnath. Some of the important Buddhist monuments at Sarnath are the Dhamekha stupa, the Dharmarajika stupa & the Chaukhandi stupa and monasteries and temples of different schools of Buddhism from Japan, China, Thailand, Burma and others. The Indian Buddhist society called Mahabodhi Society maintains a park around the Buddha temple. The Mahabodhi Temple within the park has a tooth relic of the Buddha.
There is also a vast expanse of ancient ruins at Sarnath. Several Buddhist structures were raised at Sarnath between the 3rd century BC and the 11th century AD, and today it presents the most precious ruins amongst places on the Buddhist trail. The Lion Capital of Ashoka pillar at Sarnath is the National emblem of India, which is displayed in the archaeological museum in Sarnath. -
Ganga Aarti
2 hours
Aarti is a Hindu ritual, in which light is offered to one or more deities. Aartis also refer to the songs sung in praise of the deity, when offering of lamps is being offered.
Hindus in India worship the river Ganges as goddess. Every evening in Varanasi, aarti is performed at the Dashashwamedh ghat. We can watch it from the ghat or from the waterside in a boat. It is a beautiful, resonant, and majestic spectacle with a very precise choreography involving rituals performed by several priests with the sound of bells, drums, cymbals, and Sanskrit mantras. The river is also worshiped with flower petals.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Tour of Varanasi with a Licensed Guide
Can I cancel Private Tour of Varanasi with a Licensed Guide for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–5 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
At the gate of Hotel Ganges Grand Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- English speaking Guide
- Guide in other language [French/ German, Spanish/ Italian] on demand and availability
What's not included?
- Transport, Boat ride, Entrance Fee, Tips
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle [If needed] at $:10/ Per person Extra Direct Payment
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ganges River, Sarnath, Ganga Aarti.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Varanasi Day Tours
