Varanasi Private Day Tour: Ganges Cruise & Sarnath

A boat with people on a calm body of water during sunset. 1

A colorful boat docked at a riverside with a cityscape in the background. 2

By Taj One Day Tour

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Private sunrise and sunset boat cruises on the Ganges
Guided walk through mystical ancient heritage alleys
Spiritual excursion to Sarnath Buddha heritage site
Filtered water to keep you hydrated
See the City Palace, one of the most impressive palaces in Jaipur

Activity location

- Varanasi
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Varanasi
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

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Dates

Travellers

Professional Tour Guide only

10h
English

At this price, you will have Professional Tour Guide Only. (Car - Entrance Tickets - Boat Ride are not Included in this Price), Guests have to pay themself.

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

€36.81 x 1 Adult€36.81

Total

Until Tue, 11 Aug

Private Car + Tour Guide + Entrance + Boat ride

10h
English

At this price, you will have professional tour guide, sightseeing by private air-conditioned car, entrance tickets, Boat ride.

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

€110.44 x 1 Adult€110.44

Total

Until Tue, 11 Aug

What's included, what's not

Hotel pickup and drop-off (If option chosen)
Air-conditioned vehicle (if option chosen)
Private transport (if option chosen)
Local Guide
Monument Fees under (A.S.I buildings) (if option chosen)
Boat ride in the morning (as per weather conditions) (if option chosen)
Bottled water
Lunch
Service charge

Know before you book

- Not suitable for: Pregnant women
- 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

05:30 AM | The Dawn of Eternity (Ganges Sunrise): Step into a private rowing boat as the sun paints the ghats in gold. Witness the spectacular morning prayers, Vedic chants, and live yoga rituals along the riverbank from the water.

07:30 AM | Secret Alleys & Golden Shrine: Walk through Varanasi’s narrow, historic lanes untouched by time. Discover traditional sweet shops, flower markets, and visit the sacred perimeter of the historic Kashi Vishwanath Golden Temple.

10:00 AM | Wisdom Campus & Terracotta Art: Drive to the majestic Banaras Hindu University. Explore the architectural marvel of the New Birla Temple and marvel at the terracotta style of the historic Durga Kund Temple.

12:30 PM | Banarasi Loom Art & Local Flavours: Visit a hidden weaver’s colony to see families crafting world-famous Banarasi silk sarees on handlooms. Enjoy an authentic local lunch break (at your own expense).

02:30 PM | Sarnath: The Cradle of Buddhism: Drive 13 km to the peaceful township of Sarnath. Walk around the giant Dhamekh Stupa where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon, and view 2,500-year-old relics at the museum.

05:30 PM | Fire & Devotion (Ganga Aarti Cruise): Conclude your journey on a boat at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Witness the grand evening Ganga Aarti—a mesmerising symphony of massive brass lamps, incense, and synchronised priestly chants.