3-Day Private Varanasi Tour: Sacred Ghats, Temples & Hidden Gems.

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Pick up From Airport - Ganga Aarti
3 stops
1
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi Welcome to Varanasi we hope you have a safe and nice journey we will pick you up from Airport or Railway station. After picking you up we will go to the direct hotel for check-in. Note: For this particular tour you have to make sure to arrive at the airport anytime before 3 pm as early as possible so that you can utilize your day. So that your 1st day is not wasted (Varanasi is at 1 Hour's distance from the Airport).
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
In the evening, you are going to get the most memorable moment of your life, because you will be taken to the River Ganges. Now you are going to witness Ganga Aarti, Which is the grand event during the evening. It starts at 5.00 P.m. and people around the world gather to be a part of the event. You can experience a great rapture during the process of Aarti. At Dashaswamedh Ghat, a group of young clergymen well garbed in silky saffron and white robs conduct this ceremony. Each clergyman takes up a specific spot in the Ghat and starts the rituals by offering flowers to the river Ganga. The ritual includes many oil lamps on snake hood lamps which are waves in a synced motion chanting some mantras at the same time. You can witness thousands of small oil lamps floating on the river that would look like countless stars on the water. The ritual is well choreographed and seen. Rest Overnight in Varanasi. HOPE YOU ENAOYED THE EVENING.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
3
Blue Lassi Shop
In the evening empty your stomach to enjoy the street food tour to the Narrow Lanes of Varanasi Kachori Gali (Famous for Banarasi street Breakfast Kachori). Visit the world's best lassi shop in Varanasi (Blue Lassi ). Walk along with the guide to the street food tasting tour, explore the busiest market of Varanasi markets & enjoy tasting the famous street foods of Varanasi Like Chat, Lassi, and Paan Malaiyo (Winter time special).
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Hand Rowing Boat Tour - Temples - Heritage Walk
8 stops
4
Assi Ghat
Early morning, we will be taking to witness Morning Aarti at Assi Ghat for the welcoming sun God where you will get to see Havana, Aarti & Yoga. Later you will go for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience on the edge of the river Ganges you will see people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the river Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via hand rowing boat. A hand rowing boat tour is the best way to witness the daily life of Hindus on the Ganges river watch people dip into the sacred river to wash their sins, wash clothes, release ashes into the river after the body is cremated at Manikarnika Ghat, people burning bodies experiencing death and life both together, etc.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
5
Manikarnika Ghat
The boat will drop you at Manikarnika Ghat. You will get a guided visit & explanation about the phenomenal place - Manikarnika Ghat. This is the only place in the world where the cremation takes place. Take a walk for 30 min via this site and witness the ayurvedic oils that we are used to traditionally for some kind of medication & heritages/ ancient buildings, homes, temples, and architecture of Varanasi. Walk along with the heritage of Varanasi "The Ghats" Start from Dashashwamedh Ghat to Manikarnika Ghat. you will witness sages (Sadhus), and life on the ghats of Varanasi, and you will see life and how people are cremated on the banks of the river at Manikarnika Ghat & many stories and facts about Varanasi with your professional Guide.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
6
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
While walking Kashi Vishwanath Corridor you will reach Kashi Vishwanath Temple. It was reconstructed in the year 1780 by the Maratha monarch, Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore. Note: Carry your passport copy as the same will be required to show to police while entering inside. Later, you will return to the hotel to enjoy breakfast. Learn interesting stories with your professional guide.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
7
Ramnagar Fort
Explore the historic Ramnagar Fort, located on the eastern bank of the River Ganges near Varanasi. Discover its royal architecture, beautiful courtyards, historic temples, and the museum showcasing vintage cars, royal palanquins, weapons, antique clocks, and royal artifacts. Learn about the rich history and heritage of the former royal family of Varanasi while enjoying views of the Ganges and capturing memorable photographs.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
8
Visit the beautiful New Kashi Vishwanath Temple, also known as Shri Vishwanath Temple, located within Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this magnificent temple is known for its peaceful atmosphere, elegant architecture, and spiritual significance. Admire the temple's marble interiors, offer prayers, experience the serene surroundings, and learn about its importance as one of the prominent spiritual landmarks of Varanasi. Enjoy a peaceful visit and capture memorable photographs of this impressive temple.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
9
Durga Temple
Visit the famous Durga Temple, located near Durga Kund in Varanasi. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, this historic temple is known for its distinctive red-colored architecture, traditional North Indian temple design, and deep religious significance. Explore the temple परिसर, offer prayers, seek the blessings of Goddess Durga, and experience the devotion and spiritual atmosphere of this sacred place. Admire the beautiful temple structure and the nearby Durga Kund, a historic water tank associated with the temple. Discover an important part of Varanasi's religious and cultural heritage during your visit.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
Sankat Mochan Temple
Visit the famous Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple in Varanasi, one of the city's most revered spiritual landmarks dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Experience the peaceful and devotional atmosphere as you offer prayers and seek blessings. Observe traditional Hindu rituals, admire the temple's sacred surroundings, and learn about its religious significance and deep connection with the spiritual heritage of Varanasi. Enjoy a meaningful cultural and spiritual experience at this beloved temple, known for inspiring faith, devotion, and inner peace.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
11
Kal Bhairav Temple
Kaal Bhairav Temple, Varanasi is one of the most revered ancient temples in Kashi. Lord Kaal Bhairav is considered a fierce form of Lord Shiva and is known as the “Kotwal (Guardian) of Kashi.” The temple holds great spiritual significance and is visited by devotees seeking protection, blessings, and peace.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Sarnath - Silk Weaving
3 stops
12
Sarnath Deer Park
Fresh n up you will proceed to Sarnath. Sarnath is a place 20 km away from the city of Varanasi. This is the place where Buddha preached his first sermon to his five apostles and so Buddhism began from there. After that emperor, Ashoka created a number of stupas and monuments to spread Buddhism. Also in Sarnath, there are several animals and birds which get the matter of attraction (specially Deer Park).
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
13
Sarnath Museum
There are some of the remaining monasteries and the beautifully polished Lion Capital of Ashoka in the Sarnath Museum.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
14
Spend time shopping for souvenirs and visiting Muslim areas to witness the making of World Famous Banarasi Handmade Sarees. (Nobody will force you to buy anything). You will be taken to an area of Muslims where you will get an experience of watching the process of weaving a saree. More than 10,000 machines run there.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Departure to Airport
1 stop
15
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi After breakfast, have a morning at leisure & explore Varanasi by yourself (A vehicle is provided only for Airport transfers) check out from the hotel, and drop off at Varanasi airport, with a pleasant memory of the trip.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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