The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour | La Vacanza Travel

The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour

Duration: 10 to 13 hours
Destination: India, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi
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  • 10 to 13 hours
  • Varanasi
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  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Early morning we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat and come back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, see the “Temple Tour” most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan (Hanuman temple), Manas Mandir, and BHU. At noon we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, the Chaukhandi stupa, and the archaeological museum, return to the hotel. Evening, get ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken to the River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats. Enjoy the Ganga Aarti from top After all you can retire for the night.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Banaras Ghats, Varanasi 221002 India

Boat Ride: Early morning we will pick you up from your Hotel at 6:00 AM and start your day with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges river. The boat ride will start from Dashashwamedh Ghat & Will finish at Manikarnika Ghat get a Heritage Walk along with narrow lanes, you will walk It is a mystical and spiritual experience on the edge of the river Ganges during Sunrise you will see people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the river Ganges will surely allure you. Varanasi gives an inimitable mixture of mystical and supernatural views. According to Hindu belief, Varanasi completely frees the soul from the human body. These are the Ganges of Varanasi which completes the idea of holiness. After a short walk to the oldest part of Varanasi is famous for its narrow lanes. On this tour, you will find popular street food, perfume shops, Traditional Ayurvedic Oils Markets, and many other rare items. Walk to Godowliya market.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Sarnath Via-Anlabereni, Varanasi 759026 India

After Breakfast Freshen up yourself, you will be taken to Sarnath, which is the place 13 km away from the city of Varanasi where Gautama preached his first sermon to his five apostles and so Buddhism began from there. This makes Sarnath one of the most revered Buddhist sites. After that emperor, Ashoka created several stupas and monuments to spread Buddhism. Some of the important Buddhist monuments are the Dhamekha stupa, the Dharmarajika stupa & the Chaukhandi stupa, and monasteries and beautifully polished Lion Capital of Ashoka and several animals and birds which get the matter of attractions in Sarnath.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Dasaswamedh Ghat Road, Varanasi 221001 India

After Visiting Sarnath we will take you for a “City tour”., Drive to the riverside and enter one of the oldest streets to enjoy a walking tour. A guided walk in the old streets of Varanasi and through millennia-old alleys, sacred temples will leave you enchanted. Come across the oldest lifestyles of this ancient city by getting into these old streets. A walk that promises to surprise at every step is rich in scenery and scenery
Ask your guide a question to know the profoundness of each place you illuminate during this walking tour of Varanasi. If you face this, you will have a lot of experience
Amble around the oldest city of the world, visit one of the most sacred Hindu Temples (Bharat Mata Temple ) most religious( Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Shri Annapurna temple) BHU Sankat Mochan, walk through the narrow lanes and also explore ancient mosques. along with the narrow lanes of Varanasi


Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Ganga Aarti, B1/150 C1 Assi ghat jagannath gully, Varanasi 221005 India

Later just before sunset, you are going to get the most memorable moment of your life, because you will be taken to the River Ganges and embark to witness the Ganga aarti ceremony, a grand event that starts at 5.00 pm and you experience a great rapture during this process at Dasashwamedh Ghat. Aarti, written as Aarti, is a Hindu ritual performed by a group of young clergymen well garbed in silk saffron and white robes holding lamps which are waves in a synced motion with the sound of bells drums cymbals, and chanting some Sanskrit mantras takes up a specific spot in the Ghat and start the rituals by offering flowers to the river Ganga and light is offered to one or more deities. In India, Hindus worship the Ganges River as a goddess. . After this, you will return back to the hotel, and services will end here. The tour ends with pleasant memories of the trip. We will drop you at the hotel.

Duration: 3 hours

Inclusions
  • Knowledgeable English Speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off is included
  • Coffee and/or Tea - Morning tea at local tea shop
  • Bottled water - Mineral water per person.
  • Mesmerizing 1:30 Hours Sunrise Boat ride in On Ganges
  • Entry/Admission - Banaras Ghats
  • Entry/Admission - Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • Entry/Admission - Sarnath

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Duration

10 to 13 hours


User's Reviews

Explore67272065891

23 Apr, 2024

Surya (Sunny) was a wonderful guide, the whole day was an incredible experience - one of my best in India! He provided so much helpful information, always with a smile. He knew all the tips and tricks, the back entrance to avoid the long lines, the best spot to try the local foods. He absolutely went above and beyond to make the day perfect, I learnt so much and he had the answers to all my many questions. Thank you!!! 🙏

Selene_D

11 Apr, 2024

I'm so happy that I got to do this tour! My guide Arvind was extremely knowledgable, friendly and hospitable. He took me first to the sunset boat ride on the ganges, then we went to visit the crematoriums, the most important temples of the city and then sarnath, the place where buddha preached his first sermon, and to finaliza the Ganga Aarti, the daily event that happens in Varanasi to pray to the Ganges. He explained everything in detail, answered all the questions I had, and was always concerned about my wellbeing. This was definitely the highlight of my trip to Varanasi. Couldn't have asked for a better guide and a better experience. Will definitely recommend!

briancW5865KU

04 Apr, 2024

The day was incredible. We saw the ghats in the morning including the cremation grounds. We saw several temples. And the evening ritual by the Ganges was astonishing. Arvind was super kind and even helped solve a personal problem that arose for me. He tailored the tour for my tastes. I highly recommend.

Liane_H

03 Apr, 2024

The boat to collect us was half an hour late which wasn’t a good start and when he did come there were other passengers. I thought it was supposed to be a private trip. The boat trip was meant to be 90 minutes. It wasn’t even an hour. The car was very cramped with 3 passengers in the back and the air conditioning did nothing to keep the car cool. After the tour had finished I realised it was supposed to include a walking tour of the old city. This didn’t happen. It was an ok day but I wouldn’t want to do it again.

Ajabailey

02 Apr, 2024

I was initially nervous about going on this tour alone, but I’m incredibly glad I did! My tour guide, Sunny, was absolutely fantastic. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made me feel completely at ease throughout the experience. Varanasi is brimming with rich culture, and Sunny’s guidance enhanced my appreciation for it even more. I’m truly grateful for Sunny and this wonderful tour experience. I highly recommend it, 100 percent!

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