Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Evening Ganga Aarti
Stop At: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
* Arrive at Varanasi Airport/Railway Station and check into your hotel.
* In the evening, embark on a boat ride along the Ganges to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony.
* Ganga Aarti is a sacred Hindu ritual where light is offered to deities, accompanied by devotional songs.
* Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat is known for its grand Ganga Aarti, a captivating spectacle of priestly rituals, music, and the offering of flower petals to the revered river.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 4 Star Hotel in Varanasi
Day 2: Morning Boat Ride and Temple Visits, City Tour and Sarnath Excursion
Stop At: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
* Start your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges at dawn, observing the vibrant life along the Ghats.
* Visit the renowned Vishwanath Temple, also known as the Golden Temple, and explore its spiritual significance.
* Return to your hotel for breakfast and some relaxation.
City Tour:
* Explore the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) campus and visit the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
* Discover other notable landmarks in the city, including the Durga Temple (often referred to as the Monkey Temple) and the Bharat Mata Temple (Mother India Temple).
Sarnath Tour:
* Venture to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon.
* Dhamekha Stupa, Dharmarajika Stupa, and Chaukhandi Stupa.
* The Mahabodhi Temple within the park houses a relic of Buddha's tooth.
* Admire the ancient ruins at Sarnath, dating from the 3rd century BC to the 11th century AD.
* The Lion Capital of the Ashoka pillar at Sarnath serves as India's national emblem, displayed in the local archaeological museum.
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: 4 Star Hotel in Varanasi
Day 3: Subah- E Banaras & Departure Transfer
Stop At: Varanasi, Varanasi, Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh
Start your day with a truly enchanting experience by participating in the Subah e Banaras ceremony. You will begin by witnessing the morning Aarti at Assi ghat, followed by the Yagya ceremony at Subah-e-Banaras, a spiritual and cultural event that blends traditional prayer, music and dance.
* Check out from your hotel and receive transfer services to Varanasi Airport for your departure.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.