India · Religious & Spiritual

Sacred Varanasi and Sarnath Tour with Evening Aarti Ceremony

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Varanasi. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Varanasi’s sacred ghats and temples along the Ganges River
  • 02 Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • 03 See important ghats including Dashashwamedh, Manikarnika, Harishchandra, and Assi
  • 04 Visit Sankat Mochan Temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman
  • 05 Discover Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon
  • 06 See the Dhamek Stupa and the Sarnath Archaeological Site and Museum
  • 07 Attend the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • 08 Private AC car/van pickup and drop-off included

Discover two of North India’s most important spiritual destinations on this full-day journey through Varanasi and Sarnath. Begin with a guided exploration of Varanasi’s sacred ghats and temples along the Ganges, including the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, before continuing to the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Sankat Mochan Temple.

Later, travel to Sarnath, the Buddhist pilgrimage site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon, and visit the Dhamek Stupa along with the archaeological site and museum. End the day back in Varanasi with the unforgettable atmosphere of the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

This is a mesmerizing sight and a must-see experience in Varanasi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Varanasi, Sarnath
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

9:00 AM - Pick up from your hotel in Varanasi9:30 AM - Walking tour of the ghats and temples along the Ganges river. You will visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most sacred temples in Varanasi, and also explore other temples such as the Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Harishchandra Ghat, Assi Ghat, and many others. You will get to witness the daily rituals and ceremonies that take place on the ghats and learn about the cultural and historical significance of each temple and ghat.11:30 AM - Visit the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple, also known as the Birla Temple. This temple is located in the BHU campus and is a newer and bigger version of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. It is a beautiful temple with intricate carvings and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

12:30 PM - Lunch break.1:30 PM - Visit Sankat Mochan Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. This temple is located in a peaceful and serene location and is surrounded by greenery.2:30 PM - Drive to Sarnath, located around 10 km from Varanasi. This is a famous Buddhist pilgrimage site where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. You will visit the Dhamek Stupa, a massive structure built in the 5th century to commemorate Lord Buddha's teachings. You will also visit the Sarnath Archaeological Site and Museum, which houses a collection of artifacts and sculptures from the Mauryan and Gupta periods.5:00 PM - Return to Varanasi to attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat. This is a Hindu ritual performed every evening on the banks of the Ganges river, where priests offer prayers and light lamps to the river. This is a mesmerizing sight and a must-see experience in Varanasi.7:00 PM - Drop off at your hotel in Varanasi.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Varanasi. 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
  • English speaking local guide, if option selected.
  • Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
  • Lunch, if option selected.
  • Bottled water in the car.
  • Government Taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Please provide up pick up information at least one day before the tour
  • Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Contact details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Varanasi.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Varanasi.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Varanasi..

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