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Enjoying boat Tour during sunrise on the river Ganges.
Main Ghat
One Day Admirable tour in Varanasi Private Guided Tour
Dhamek Stupa at sarnath
One Day Admirable tour in Varanasi Private Guided Tour

One Day Admirable tour in Varanasi Private Guided Tour

By Sacred Varanasi Tour
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$105 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Travellers very short on time cover whole Varanasi will get benefit from many highlights. all rolled into one day tour. 5 am pick up visit to main ghat. Will do Private Hand Rowing Boat ride. get best experience to see the morning rituals sun rise and other activities like holy deep in ganga all the ghat from the boat Dasaswamedh Ghat to Harishchandra ghat then
Manikanika Ghat biggest cremation centre of the world where every day minimum 200 dead bodies are cremated then tour winding Lanes and ancient Temples of oldest Town. 10 am arter Breakfast visit Sarnath Place of Buddhist Religion where buddha gave his first speech to his first disciple then by evening attend Evening Aarti ceremony from Roof top sitting place. best place to attain the Ganga Arti ceremoney very colourful without getting lost by going with well experienced a Guide who are the best in their profession becouse our guide Guided the guest from their soul they are really happy and honestly to show the whole entire city

Activity location

  • Ganges River
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ganges River
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

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One Day Admirable tour in Varanasi Private Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h14h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
AU$105.14 x 2 AdultsAU$210.28

Total
Price is AU$210.28
Until Sun, 16 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGovt. Approved professional tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Air Conditioner Car from early morning till late evening jntill all sightseeing is over.
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate chair on Roof top Balcony to attain the Evening Aarti ceremony best place
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Morning Boat during sunrise boat ride
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratitudes ( tips )
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEverything which is not mentioned in inclusions

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Ganges River
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Early Morning pick*up from your hotel at 06 Am and start your day with sun rise boat ride. Boat ride on the Ganges river for sunrise from the main Ghats as called Dashaswamedh Ghat to Harishchandra ghat then down to manikarnika ghat. boat ride start when the sun is about to comes up the skyline this is the main attraction of Varanasi. before that will see other activity at Ghat. Very lively atmosphere makes it one of the best places to visit in India. very admirable and unforgettable along the Ganges river. A boat ride on the River sounds lovely! It can be a peaceful and refreshing way to start the day. As for other activities and rituals. You might consider enjoying a picnic by the riverside, meditating or participating in some yoga or stretching exercises. You could also explore local tradition or customs to make your morning even more enriching and meaningful. Just remember to appreciate the beauty of nature and take in the peacefulness of the River surrounding. Enjoy your day
Banaras Ghats
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
After the Breakfast visit to City tour called as temple tour as there are more than thousand of Hindu temple in the old part of city almost every house one or two temple is not easy to count how many are temple in Varanasi that is why called City of Temples, particularly the old city intricate network of narrow lanes and alleys that wind through the ancient heart of city one of the most famous lanes kachori gali also known as temple lane is lined with numerous small and historical temple dedicated to various deities. Will find several street food vendors don't miss trying some of the famous local food like lassi sweet and deserts. The lanes excudus a vibrant and spiritual cultural and traditional atmosphere proceed to Muslim area there visit to Taana Baana The handloom weavers Saree, bed sheet scarf made by silk thread get real experience to see typical artistic Saree Weavers and return back to hotel get free time to relax or before back to hotel you shell have lunch depend upon you
Sarnath
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
After you will proceed to sarnath. normally people know city very secred for hindu but no doubt it is also very sacred place for buddhist religion. Sarnath is memory of great person who was born like us never shown weapon in his hand and world cherish him as god. where Buddha gave his first sermon to his five disciple. Buddhist people visit once in their life. will visit the tallest statue of Buddha 80 Fit hight in standing posture then proceed to ruins see many stupas and monestry then visit archaeological museum where treasured valuable findings from excavation of ruins, unique and antique piece of the world. national emblem four lion statue and other statues. see stupas votive Dharamrajika and Dhamekh stupa where Buddha gave his first speech it is main attraction of this place see many monasteries and deer park see many deer then visit the main temple called mulgandhakutivihara and visit boddhi tree which is belong to thired generation of original bodhi tree planted in Bodhgaya.
Dasaswamedh Ghat
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Evening Aarti ceremony held at dashaswamedh which is mainly an event well organised everyday after the sun set it is way of worship to tell thanks to the River Ganges. Normally a Hindu worship do personally & privately but Ganga Arti is done on the River Ganges. Publicly and openly for everyone therefore attracts thousands of people daily to witness it Hindu ritual of saying thanks is very unique and reality feel very energetic. started few years ago but rapidly famous to the world. Making importance attend ceremony by people takes 45 minute very engaging ceremony takes place on steps at the stand of the ghat. Prayer performed by 7 young priests in bright vermillion sarong dress perform a synchronised Aarti start with Vedic hymns Mantras as Holy chants resounding in Air blow a shell smoke of Incense stick for Aromatic fragrance sandalwood multi oil lamp, camphor Best way to attend the ceremony from Roof Top where reserve chair for our Guest. From Best view best photo completely safe
Manikarnika Ghat
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit one of biggest cremation centre of the world here every day minimum 200 dead bodies cremated. Dead bodies come from corner of india it is done around the clock means 24 hours allow for cremation it is the one of sacred place to cremate the bodies becouse according to Hindu Religion those who people are cremated here they librated from the cycle of rebirth that is why dead bodies come from corner of india. At this place people do not use the match and litre becouse there is a eternal fire was litted by lord Shiva. The place blessed by lord Shiva as well
Sarnath
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Sarnath holds significance in Buddhism as the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon, known as the Dhammachakrapravartana Sutta. The site showcases the Dhamek Stupa. Mulgandhakutivihara and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum with artefacts from various periods. Visiting Sarnath offers a glimpse into the early history of Buddhism. Sarnath's historical importance extends to Emperor Ashoka, who visited the site in the 3rd century BCE and erected the Ashoka polar with edicts. The Dhamek Stupa is believed to mark the spot where Buddha taught, and the chaukjandi Stupa commemorates Buddha's meeting with his first disciples. Over the centuries, Sarnath has remained a centre for pilgrimage and place of contemplation for Buddhists worldwide Sarnath's Archaeological remains include monasteries, sculptures, and ancient structures that offer insights into the thriving Buddhist commuthat once flourished there. The site underwent extensive excavation in the 19th and 20th centuries
Ganga Aarti
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Banaras hindu University actively collaborate with universities and research institution around the world, facilitating exchange programmes, joint research project, and academic partnerships. Overall, Banaras Hindu University holds a significant place in the landscape of Indian higher education, combining academic excellence with a rich cultural heritage. Campus: The university campus covers avast area of about 1300 acres, making it one of the largest residential Universities in Asia. Tha campus is divide into various colleges. Department, and institutes. Each offering specialised programmes. There is temple as well formally known as the New Vishwanath temple, holds significant importance within Banaras Hindu university campus and beyond. Here are some additional details. Constructed in the 20th century as part of Banaras Hindu University's vision to integrate academic pursuits with spiritual cultural values. It was envisioned as a place where student could nurture their spiritual growth

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Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGanges River
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGanges River
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

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