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2-Day Varanasi: Experience Sunrise Boat Ride & Evening Aarti

By TE Travel Solution
Free cancellation available
Price is €376 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Experience the grand evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
  • Explore the ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a revered Shiva shrine.
  • Visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
  • Walk along Varanasi’s iconic ghats and observe local rituals.
  • Witness a mesmerising sunrise boat ride on the sacred Ganges River.

Activity location

    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Check availability

Tour without Accommodation

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

This tour option does not include accommodation and all the services as per the inclusion.

Price details
€375.93 x 1 Adult€375.93
Total
Price is €375.93
Until Wed, 10 Jun

All-inclusive tour

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

All-inclusive will be included in this option.

Price details
€430.28 x 1 Adult€430.28
Total
Price is €430.28
Until Wed, 10 Jun

What's included, what's not

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    Accommodation: 1 nights in 4-star hotels (only with All-Inclusive Tour option)
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    Meals: Lunch (only with All-Inclusive Tour option)
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    Transport: Air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing
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    Professional Guide: Experienced and knowledgeable local tour guide
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    Entrance Fees: Included for all monuments and attractions (only with All-Inclusive Tour option)
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    Taxes and Charges: All applicable taxes and service charges included
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    Assistance: 24/7 support throughout the tour
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    Water Bottle
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    Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River. (only with All-Inclusive Tour option)
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    Personal expenses like shopping, drinks, and tips
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    Any special pooja or ritual charges at temples
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    Travel insurance and any unforeseen expenses

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: People over 95 years
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Day 1: Arrival & Spiritual Exploration
Morning: Pick-up & Introduction
Meet our representative at your preferred location in Varanasi. Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer to your hotel.
Explore Sarnath – A Buddhist Pilgrimage Site
Visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore the Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum.
Afternoon: Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Experience the spiritual energy at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most revered temples in India, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savouring traditional Banarasi flavours.
Evening: Walk Along the Ghats
Explore the famous ghats of Varanasi, including Dashashwamedh, Manikarnika, and Harishchandra Ghats. Witness the daily life of pilgrims, sadhus, and locals.
Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
Experience the grandeur of the Ganga Aarti, where priests perform a synchronised ritual with lamps, chants, and incense, creating a divine atmosphere.
Drop-off & Overnight Stay
After the Aarti, return to your hotel for a restful night.
Day 2: Sunrise Boat Ride & Cultural Immersion
Morning: Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges
Begin your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges, witnessing the golden sunrise reflecting on the holy river. Observe devotees performing rituals along the ghats.
Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU) & Bharat Kala Bhavan
Explore the sprawling campus of BHU and visit Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, home to a rich collection of sculptures, paintings, and manuscripts.
Afternoon: Lunch Break
Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant.
Evening: Explore Local Markets & Silk Weaving Workshops
Wander through the bustling streets of Varanasi’s markets, known for Banarasi silk sarees, handicrafts, and street food. Visit a silk weaving workshop to witness artisans at work.
Drop-off & Departure
Conclude your tour with a drop-off at your preferred location in Varanasi, carrying unforgettable memories of this sacred city.

Location

Activity location

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    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India