Varanasi: Private Day Tour with Ganges Boat Ride & Aarti

Explore Varanasi's rich history, vibrant culture, and spiritual significance on a private day tour. Enjoy a sunrise Ganges boat ride, visit temples and pilgrimage sites, and attend the Ganga Aarti.
Early Morning pickup from your hotel in Varanasi or from the Airport and Begin your trip meeting your guide at the airport and Start Your Tour at 5.00 am Morning

5:00 AM - Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges: Start your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges river to witness the sunrise and watch the locals perform their morning rituals. You can hire a boat from the Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the main ghats in Varanasi.

7:00 AM - Breakfast: After the boat ride, head to one of the local restaurants for breakfast. Try some traditional dishes such as kachori, jalebi, and lassi.

8:00 AM - Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple: Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most important Hindu temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is a must-visit for those who seek spiritual enlightenment.

10:00 AM - Explore the Old City: Take a walking tour of the old city, also known as the "heart of Varanasi." Here, you can explore narrow alleys, ancient buildings, and unique shops selling silk sarees, handicrafts, and street food. Visit the Manikarnika Ghat, one of the most famous ghats in Varanasi, and see the traditional cremation ceremony.

12:00 PM - Lunch: Stop for lunch at one of the local restaurants in the old city and try some delicious local cuisine such as chaat, kachori, and chhole bhature.

2:00 PM - Visit Sarnath: After lunch, head to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site located just outside of Varanasi. Here, you can visit the ancient ruins of Buddhist monasteries and temples and learn about the history of Buddhism in India.

4:00 PM - Visit the Banaras Hindu University: Next, visit the Banaras Hindu University, one of the largest and most prestigious universities in India. It has a beautiful campus and is home to many famous faculties and research centers.

6:00 PM - Attend Ganga Aarti: End your day with the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a Hindu ritual that takes place every evening on the banks of the Ganges river. The ceremony involves chanting, music, and offering of lamps to the river. It is a truly mesmerizing experience, and the perfect way to end a day in Varanasi.

8:00 PM - Dinner: After the ceremony, head to one of the local restaurants for dinner and try some more delicious local food before calling it a day.

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.

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.