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An overnight trip to Varanasi (Benaras)
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28 Nov
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Varanasi (Benares, Kashi) has been home to many saints, and peculiar clan of sadhus or ascetics. Varanasi has been nurturing different schools of thoughts in Hinduism. This tour is a unique as it combines short walking tours as well as transport based tour with a guide.
Itinerary
Arrive Varanasi. Transfer to prebooked hotel. Afternoon proceed for city tour
Sarnath
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedPick-up from the hotel in the afternoon (around 1500 hrs) and drive to Sarnath which located just 10 km from the Hindu holy city of Varanasi. Sarnath is the site where Gautam Buddha first taught the Dharma after his enlightenment. Sarnath is one of four holy Buddhist sites sanctioned by the Buddha himself for pilgrimage. During your Sarnath Tour see Dharmekh Stupa which is 128 feet high, and 93 in diameter, Deer Park, Ashoka Pillar. While you are in Sarnath do no forget to see Sarnath Archaeological Museum, which also houses some of the greatest treasures of Indian Buddhist art.Ganga Aarti
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeLater drive to the Dasmeshwar Ghat to witness the most spiritual aarti ceremony. You will be provided a private boat to reach to the place to observe most of it and with this private boat you can roam onto many other Ghats to explore things e.g cremation ritual, bathing etc. An aarti is a devotional ritual that uses fire as an offering. The offering is made to the Goddess Ganga, also affectionately referred to as Maa (Mother) Ganga, goddess of the most holy river in India.- AccommodationsAfter the aarti ceremony, return to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Early morning take a boat ride in river ganges
Ganges River
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedSunrise boat ride is the main attractions of Varanasi. With this you will experience the culture which used to be 3000 BC and still continue with same enthusiasm. The early-morning light is inspiring, and all the color and uproar of pilgrims bathing and performing puja unfurl before you. You will witness the daily rituals of Hindu life style which will be more than an exotic experience during your Varanasi morning boat ride. After breakfast proceed for Varanasi city tourBanaras Hindu University
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedAfter breakfast take a Varanasi city tour which will give you a chance to see the real culture of Varanasi and its locals. In city tour of Varanasi, you will visit to Banaras Hindu University – Largest residential university of Asia.Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple)
20 minsAdmission Ticket FreeNew Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Lord Shiva Temple), campus of the whole universityBharat Mata Temple
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeBharat Mata Temple (Mother India Temple) – Instead of traditional statues of Gods and Goddesses, this temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble.Varanasi
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeIn time transfer to the airport to board flight for onward journey.
What's included
INCLUDED
Local guide as per the sightseeing
Hotel accomodation
Air-conditioned vehicle
American breakfast
NOT INCLUDED
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Airport/Departure Tax
Entrance fees
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
Address
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India 221007
Provider
BANARAS TOUR