2-Day Varanasi Highlights Tour with Sunrise Boat Ride and Sarnath Visit
Highlights
Varanasi, Sarnath
cultural, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
2 Days
Easy
English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Languages
English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Description
Experience a meaningful 2-day Varanasi highlights tour covering the spiritual essence and cultural heritage of India’s holiest city. Visit the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple, walk through historic alleys, witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, and enjoy a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River. Explore Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, and discover ancient stupas, museums, and the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival and Varanasi Spiritual Experience
- Meet your guide or driver at Varanasi airport, railway station, or hotel.
Check in at your hotel if arriving early.
Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of India’s most revered temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Observe sacred rituals and admire temple architecture.
Enjoy an optional lunch and taste traditional Varanasi vegetarian cuisine.
Walk through narrow streets and ancient alleys to explore local culture and handicraft shops.
Visit iconic ghats along the Ganges River.
Experience the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat with chanting and lamp rituals.
Capture photographs and enjoy cultural immersion.
Return to the hotel and relax for the night.
Overnight: Varanasi.
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Day 2: Sunrise Boat Ride and Sarnath Heritage Tour
- Begin early with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River.
View panoramic scenes of the ghats and observe morning rituals, temple ceremonies, and sacred traditions.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Sarnath and explore Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Sarnath Museum.
Learn about Buddhist history and the site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
Take a lunch break at a local restaurant or your hotel.
Visit Sankat Mochan Temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman and observe devotional activities.
Return or receive drop-off at the railway station, airport, or hotel.
Conclude the tour with wonderful memories of Varanasi.
Overnight: None (End of tour).
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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