Itinerary
Day 1: Varanasi Temples Tour & Evening Ganges Arti Ceremony
Stop At: Bharat Mata Temple, Vidyapith Road, Varanasi 221001 India
Begin the trip with a pickup from the airport, railway station, hotel or other desired place in Varanasi. After that, you will have a Full-day city tour of Varanasi visiting Mother India Temple (Bharat Mata Mandir) - dedicated to the goddess who represents all the goddesses in the India culture. In other words, it can said that Bharat Mata personifies India as a mother goddess. Instead of traditional statues of gods and goddesses, this temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Tulsi Manas Temple, Varanasi India
Dedicated to Lord Rama, the walls of this modern, marble, sikhara-style temple are engraved with verses and scenes from the Ram Charit Manas, the Hindi version of the Ramayana.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sankat Mochan Temple, Sankat Mochan Road Saket Nagar, Nagwa Lanka, Varanasi 221005 India
This is a well known temple of Lord Hanuman also known as "Sankatmochan" the god who protects from the troubles. The temple was established by famous Hindu preacher and poet saint Sri Goswami Tulsidas in the early 16th century and is situated on the banks of the Assi river.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005 India
Established in 1916, BHU is the largest university campus in Asia. Tour the campus and see the Bharat Kala Bhavan museum and the new Vishwanath Temple (Birla Temple), which is an exact replica of the original Vishwanath Temple.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ganges River, Varanasi India
Early evening enjoy rickshaw (Tricycle) ride passing through the busy streets and bazaars of Varanasi takes you to the holy river Ganges where you cruise to witness the ’Aarti’ ceremonies amidst hundreds of lighted candles and flower offerings. This beautiful ritual makes every moment of the evening period special and fills with the spiritual thoughts. Perhaps nowhere in India, or the world, is it possible to witness so clearly, colourfully, and intensely many thousands of years of unbroken dedication to spiritual exploration.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Varanasi: 5 star - Ramada Plaza or similar / 4 star - Rivatas By Ideal or similar
Day 2: Varanasi Sunrise Ganges Boat Ride, Temples & Drop-off
Stop At: Ganges River, Varanasi India
Early morning pickup at 5:30am from your hotel and leave for boat ride on the Ganges to see the bathing Ghats (river bank) & cremation site. Sunrise on the riverfront, as seen from a boat, can be a spiritually uplifting sight. The life on the Ghats bound in an endless string of rituals, ever-changing aspects of the river & the wide landscape across have fascinated visitors from all over the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi 221001 India
After boat ride a short walking tour of the back alleyways of the old city and have glimpse of the Holiest Temple of Hindus - Kashi Vishwanath dedicated to Vishveswara – Shiva as lord of the universe is the presiding deity of the city. Later back to your hotel for breakfast.
Post breakfast witness Silk Weaving Art of Varanasi, Varanasi is known throughout India for its production of very fine silk and Banarasi saris. Varanasi saris are adorned with intricate designs and zari embellishments making it popular during traditional functions and weddings. The city had flourished as the Textile capital of the region.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sarnath Via-Anlabereni, Varanasi 759026 India
One of the most revered Buddhist pilgrimage centers. After attaining the Enlightenment at Bodh Gaya, it was here that Lord Buddha preached his first sermon, sanctified as Maha Dharm Chakra Pravartan. The great Dhamekh Stupa and several other structures stand testimony to the importance the place enjoyed at that time. You'll also visit the Archaeological Museum, which features treasures that date to the 3rd-century BC (closed Fridays).
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Varanasi Airport Terminal, Pura Raghunathpur, Babatpur, Uttar Pradesh 221006, India
Your tour ends with a drop-off to your Varanasi hotel, Varanasi airport, Railway station, or other desired location in Varanasi.
Meals included:
• Breakfast: (If booked with option including Hotels)
No accommodation included on this day.