Varanasi: Private Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride

Explore the ancient city of Varanasi on a private tour with a guide. Visit the Banaras Hindu University, the Bharat Mata Temple, and the Monkey Temple.
Embark on a private full-day tour of Varanasi, including a boat ride on the Ganges River, a visit to Sarnath, and a stop at the Banaras Hindu University. Explore the narrow lanes of the Old City, see the Bharat Mata Temple, and witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

Begin your day early with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River. Witness the magical spectacle of sunrise over the ghats of Varanasi. Capture the soft hues of dawn as they illuminate the ancient cityscape and the rituals taking place along the riverbanks.

Enjoy breakfast at your own expense before taking a stroll through the narrow lanes and alleys of Varanasi's Old City, a maze-like network of streets lined with ancient temples, traditional homes, and vibrant bazaars.

Stop for breakfast at your own expense, then head to Banaras Hindu University at 10:00 AM. Established in 1916, BHU is the largest university campus in Asia. Tour the campus and see the new Vishwanath Temple (Birla Temple), which is an exact replica of the original Vishwanath Temple.

Photograph the architectural splendor of temples like the iconic Monkey Temple (Durga Temple). Capture the vibrant street life, including bustling markets, chai stalls, and the timeless rhythm of everyday life in this ancient city.

Visit the Bharat Mata Temple and admire the unusual marble relief map of the Indian subcontinent. Learn about the silk weaving traditions of Varanasi. Take a break for lunch at your own expense.

After lunch, proceed to Sarnath, located just a short drive from Varanasi. This sacred site is where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Explore the ruins of ancient Buddhist monasteries, stupas, and the Ashoka Pillar, which bears inscriptions commemorating Emperor Ashoka's visit to Sarnath.

Capture the serene ambiance of the landscaped gardens and the spiritual significance of this revered pilgrimage site. Return to Varanasi in the late afternoon to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the city's most sacred and bustling ghats.

Capture the elaborate rituals performed by priests, accompanied by chanting, music, and the rhythmic waving of oil lamps. As the sun sets and the evening descends, photograph the ethereal atmosphere and the flickering lights reflected on the surface of the Ganges River.

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।