Overnight Varanasi Ganga Aarti, Boat-ride with Sarnath Tour

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ID: GYG874412-1376693
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Country: India

Duration: 2 days


Description

Experience the spiritual essence of Varanasi with an Overnight Tour featuring the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony, a serene boat ride along the Ganges, and an enriching visit to Sarnath.
Day 1: Arrival & Evening Activities

Arrival in Varanasi
Check into a hotel or guesthouse and freshen up.
Explore the nearby ghats or the bustling streets around the Vishwanath Temple area.
Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
Arrive at the ghats around sunset to secure a good spot.
Witness the vibrant and spiritually uplifting Ganga Aarti performed by priests with synchronized movements, incense, and chants.
Overnight Stay
Return to your hotel for rest.

Day 2: Morning Activities & Sarnath Tour

Early Morning Boat Ride on the Ganga
Begin your day before sunrise.
Witness the beautiful morning rituals, such as people taking holy dips and prayers along the ghats.
Enjoy the calm and tranquility as the first rays of sunlight illuminate the river and the temples.

Breakfast
Head back to your hotel or a local eatery for breakfast.
Visit Sarnath (Approx. 10 km from Varanasi)
Drive to Sarnath, one of the four key Buddhist pilgrimage sites where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
Key Attractions:
Dhamek Stupa: A massive stupa marking the location of Buddha's sermon.
Chaukhandi Stupa: A historical stupa with a Mughal-style tower addition.
Sarnath Museum: Home to the famous Ashoka Pillar's lion capital (India's national emblem).
Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Temple: Known for its murals and serene atmosphere.

Lunch & Departure
Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant in Sarnath or Varanasi.
Return to Varanasi for shopping or leisure time before departure.

Highlights

  • Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • Enjoy a serene boat ride on the Ganges to witness the sunrise and morning ritual
  • Visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • Visit Sarnath where Buddha delivered his first sermon

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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.