Varanasi: Private Full-Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride

A private full-day tour of Varanasi with a visit to Sarnath and a boat ride on the Ganges River offers an immersive experience into the spiritual and cultural essence of this ancient city.
Early Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges:
Start your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River at sunrise. Witness the morning rituals and the mesmerizing view of the ghats (steps leading down to the river). Experience the spiritual ambiance as devotees perform their morning prayers and rituals.

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple:
After the boat ride, visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is one of the most sacred Hindu temples and holds immense religious significance.

Explore the Ghats:
Take a walk along the ghats, exploring notable ones like Dashashwamedh Ghat, Assi Ghat, and Manikarnika Ghat. Each ghat has its own unique significance and stories.

Late Morning:

Breakfast:
Enjoy a traditional breakfast at a local restaurant, savoring some of the local delicacies.

Visit Banaras Hindu University (BHU):
Head to BHU, one of the largest residential universities in Asia, and explore its beautiful campus. Visit the Bharat Kala Bhavan museum, which houses a vast collection of artifacts, paintings, and sculptures.

Midday:

Visit Sarnath:
Drive to Sarnath, located about 10 km from Varanasi. Sarnath is a significant Buddhist site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Explore the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum.

Afternoon:

Lunch:
Enjoy a sumptuous lunch at a local restaurant, sampling traditional North Indian cuisine.

Visit Ramnagar Fort:
Return to Varanasi and visit the Ramnagar Fort, located on the eastern bank of the Ganges. The fort houses a museum displaying vintage cars, royal artifacts, and an impressive collection of antique clocks.

Evening:

Shopping and Leisure:
Take some time to explore the local markets of Varanasi. Shop for Banarasi silk sarees, handicrafts, and souvenirs.

Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat:
In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. The evening aarti is a grand and captivating ritual performed by priests, involving fire, chants, and devotional songs.

Night:

Dinner:
Conclude your tour with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, savoring the flavors of Varanasi.

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.

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.