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Chunar Fort & Rural Village Experience Day Trip from Varanasi

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

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit historic Chunar Fort on the banks of the Ganges River
02 See architecture blending Hindu and Muslim styles
03 Experience rural village life in Uttar Pradesh
04 Observe local activities such as farming, weaving, and pottery making
05 Browse a local market for handmade souvenirs
06 Visit the Kali temple known for its intricate carvings
07 Round-trip transport from Varanasi included

Discover a different side of Varanasi on this full-day trip to historic Chunar and the surrounding countryside. Travel to Chunar Fort on the banks of the Ganges River and explore its striking architecture, known for a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles, along with intricate stone carvings, paintings, and sculptures.

After lunch, continue to a nearby village for a closer look at rural life in Uttar Pradesh. Meet local residents, observe traditional activities such as farming, weaving, and pottery making, browse the local market for handmade souvenirs, and visit the Kali temple before returning to Varanasi.

Travel to Chunar Fort on the banks of the Ganges River and explore its striking architecture, known for a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles, along with intricate stone carvings, paintings, and sculptures.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Varanasi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

9:00 AM - Pick up from your hotel in Varanasi and embark on a 1.5-hour drive to Chunar. Chunar is an ancient town situated on the banks of the Ganges River, famous for its historic Chunar Fort.10:30 AM - Reach Chunar Fort and start exploring the ancient fort, which was built by the local kings of the Chandela dynasty. Admire the intricate architecture of the fort, which is a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles. The fort is famous for its intricate stone carvings, paintings, and sculptures.

12:00 PM - Lunch break.1:00 PM - Drive to a nearby village and experience the rural life of Uttar Pradesh. Interact with the locals, learn about their traditions and customs, and witness the daily activities such as farming, weaving, and pottery making. You can also visit the local market and purchase some handmade souvenirs.3:00 PM - Visit the nearby Kali temple, which has a beautiful statue of the goddess Kali. The temple is known for its intricate carvings and is a popular destination for pilgrims.4:00 PM - Drive back to Varanasi and drop off at your hotel or any other preferred location.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Varanasi. 1 city · 7 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
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
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.

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