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Varanasi is the spiritual capital of India and also believed to be one of the oldest cities in the world. You'll travel back in time through 5,000 years of history on this epic full-day tour that takes you from the banks of the Ganges River to the narrow alleyways of this populous destination. Follow your local guide as you make your way to Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha delivered his first speech, and tour the the Sarnath Archeological Museum. Witness an evening Aarti ceremony at the Daswamedha Ghat and gain insight into Hindu practices and the rituals of local life
Private transportation
Bottled water
Sightseeing with English Speaking Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Kashi Vishawanath Temple Entry Fees
Sarnath museum Entry Fees
Gratuities (recommended)
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Assi Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India Early Morning Pick up at 05:00 am from hotel and drive to Assi Ghat and enjoy subah-e-banaras, Morning ganga Aarti. After the Morning Aarti drop back to Hotel. 60 minutes
Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India Pick up from hotel at 08:30 am and visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva temples 60 minutes
Monkey Temple (Durga Temple), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India Durga Mandir (Monkey Temple), also known as Durga Kund Mandir and Durga Temple, is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the Maa Durga. Durga Mandir was constructed in 18th century. 30 minutes
Tulsi Manas Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India Tulsi Manas Mandir is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great historical and cultural importance in Hinduism since the ancient Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas was originally written at this place by Hindu poet-saint, reformer and philosopher Goswami Tulsidas in the 16th century 30 minutes
Banaras Hindu University Campus, 7X8Q+97M, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221011, India Shri Vishwanath Mandir also known as Vishwanath Mandir, Vishwanath Temple, New Vishwanath Temple and Birla Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples and biggest tourist attractions in the holy city of Varanasi 30 minutes
Sarnath, Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh, India After Varanasi Sightseeing, you will head to visit Sarnath, 13 km from Varanasi, an important pilgrimage center for Buddhists. This is where Buddha preached his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Sarnath’s temples and archaeological museum are full of Buddhist art and treasures.
45 minutes
Museum, Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221007, India Sarnath Museum is the oldest site museum of Archaeological Survey of India. It houses the findings and excavations at the archaeological site of Sarnath, by the Archaeological Survey of India. 45 minutes
Ganga Aarti, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India After Sarnath tour drive back to Varanasi at Dasaswamedh Ghat as in the evening, the city will begin its preparations for the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a highly choreographed ritual preformed on the Daswamedha Ghat, celebrating the existence of River Ganges. Burning lamps, flowers and scented sticks fill the ambiance with peace. Experience this age-old tradition as your local guide tells you all about Hindu mythology. As the ceremony ends, you will be dropped back to your hotel.
60 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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674dylanv
05 Jan 2023
Vimal was the best guide we had in India in 5 weeks! So impressed with his knowledge and entertaining story telling delivery. We learned so much about India, Varanasi, Hinduism and Buddhism. The extra cost is worth the expertise. Thank you!
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