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Private 5-Hour Varanasi Tour at Dawn Including Boat Ride

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Your guide will pick you up at your Varanasi hotel at 5am. Your 5-hour private morning tour of Varanasi offers a close look at some of the most sacred traditions in India that are still followed today. Be a part of the morning Ganga Aarti ceremony at Assi Ghat, watch Akhada, sail along the holy waters of the Ganges, visit Vishwanath temple of Lord Shiva, learn about different ghats, and end with a cup of tea before being returned to your hotel.
  • Tea
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Early morning boat ride
  • Photography
  • Heritage walk
  • English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees of Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Departure Point

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Pick up from Varanasi Hotels. Please update your pick up address.

  • Assi Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
    Assi Ghat, the southernmost entry point to the holy River Ganges. Along the way, your guide explains the significance of the Ganges River in the Hindu religion. Stop at Assi Ghat to watch pilgrims bathing in the allegedly holy waters before visiting a series of temples to receive Hindu blessings. Then, head to a stadium to watch pehalwans (wrestlers) fight one another in a mud pit before boarding a boat to cruise along the River Ganges.
    120 minutes
  • Manikarnika Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
    Manikarnika Ghat, one of the most sacred ghats in Varanasi. The bodies of devout Hindus are cremated here in order for their ashes to be carried away by the river.
    20 minutes
  • Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
    Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath), characterized by its pastel pink exterior and golden spire. Over tea, delve deeper into Hindu traditions before you bid your guide farewell after hotel drop-off.
    60 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Minimum age is 4 years
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Kevin S
12 Jan 2020
The guide was very knowledgeable about the history, religion and culture of the area and very keen to share. He was willing to answer any question I had and his passion was obvious. It really was a pleasure to learn from him!
Elizabeth P
01 Dec 2017
Excellent tour. Rajat very knowledgable and professional.
This tour in India is organized by GeTS Holidays

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