Ganges Sunrise Boat Trip: India's Holy Mother Ganga - A Sunrise Boat Excursion | La Vacanza Travel

Ganges Sunrise Boat Trip: India's Holy Mother Ganga - A Sunrise Boat Excursion

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Destination: India, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Varanasi
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

The sunrise boat excursion on the Ganges River is one of the most popular attractions in Varanasi. The excursion introduces you to the unique morning rituals of the Hindu population, who visit the ghats (steps down to the river) to immerse themselves in the holy river. While in the water, Hindus face the Sun. They believe that bathing in this form washes away all sins.

Highlights
• Morning atmosphere on the river
• Walk through the ghats

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Ganges River, Varanasi India

You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the embarkation point. Varanasi will present itself from a different angle viewed from the boat. You will glimpse glittering temples, hear the sound of sacred bells and the chant of priests. As you float down the river, you will pass the bathing ghats, where thousands of pilgrims immerse themselves in the holy water of the Ganges. Take note of the burning ghats, where cremations are performed. Varanasi is so important to Hindus that many, able to afford it, will come here to die and be cremated.

The boat ride will be followed by a walking tour of the old city. Walk through the courtyards of silk weavers, who have been hand-weaving the beautiful and intricately designed Silk saris for generations in their homes. Your guide will accompany you through alleys and explore with you old houses and local markets, which have been doing business here for centuries.

Duration: 2 minutes

Inclusions
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Bottled water
  • Cruise on River Ganges
  • Indian Masala Tea at the ghat
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Entry/Admission - Ganges River

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
Traveler pickup is offered
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.


Airports

  • Varanasi Airport, Varanasi India


Departure Time

05:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

romadaro

29 Mar, 2024

The sunrise boat trip on the Ganges is a must do and provides a clear recognition of the commitment of the people of Varanasi to the teachings of Buddha and Hinduism. It was truly fascinating to see the crowds making their way to the River to participate in this religious ritual and bathing.

V5637CDdales

22 Feb, 2024

Trip a deal India,-8 days we missed our flight due to our misreading flight time. the company got in touch with us and we were able to rebook costing us extra for the return flight. We were met at the airport and taken to our hotel where we joined the tour group the next morning. Sunni our tour guide was exceptional, friendly, flexible and very professional. He made sure everyone was looked after and changed things around to suit the group and the crowds. We missed the first day but joined group to Jaipur on the bus. The traffic in India is horrendous but our bus driver was excellent and always drove safely. The hotels - we up graded and they were clean. Two out of the three hotels were enjoyable and clean. The trip is very busy, it is go,go , go but you get to see a lot of different things. Sunni the guide was very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting and funny stories. He was the best. Would highly recommend. We visited Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. Trip a deal was very well organised.

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