1-Day Ganges Boat Ride in Varanasi with Dasaswamedh Ghat

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience the spirituality of Hinduism at Kashi
• 02 Enjoy a boat ride from Dasaswamedh Ghat
• 03 Witness devotees performing their sacred rituals
• 04 Explore the ghats and temples of Varanasi on foot

Explore Varanasi's famous ghats and temples on an early morning Ganges boat ride from Dasaswamedh Ghat. As you glide along the river, witness devotees performing their sacred rituals and take in the spiritual atmosphere of Kashi. After the boat ride, continue on foot to discover the unique character and history of the ghats along the riverbank.

You'll also see pilgrims performing their rituals and may even catch a glimpse of the Ganges river dolphin.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English, French, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Early Morning Ganges Boat Ride in Varanasi

Wake up early to embark on your Ganges boat ride. You can hire a boat from Dasaswamedh Ghat, one of Varanasi's most popular ghats. Your boat will take you along the river, giving you a glimpse of the various ghats and temples along the way. You'll also see pilgrims performing their rituals and may even catch a glimpse of the Ganges river dolphin. After your boat ride, you can explore the ghats and temples on foot.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• One-time boat ride in Varanasi.
• Experienced tour guide.

What's Not Included

• Transportation
• Accommodation
• Boatman tip
• Photography cost
• Any other costs

What to bring

• Mineral water
• Comfortable shoes.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Tour start

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.