• Varanasi - 5:30 AM - Pickup from Hotel/Airport/Train Station in Varanasi

Begin your day with a 5:30 AM pickup from your hotel, airport, or train station in Varanasi. Enjoy a serene sunrise boat ride on the sacred Ganges River and observe the morning rituals along the riverbank.

• Kashi Vishwanath Temple - Following the boat ride, embark on a guided walking tour through the narrow lanes of the old city, where you’ll see the Kashi Vishwanath, one of the most revered Hindu temples.
• Banaras Hindu University - After a breakfast break (at your own expense), proceed to Banaras Hindu University at 10 AM. Founded in 1916, BHU boasts the largest university campus in Asia.
• Bharat Kala Bhavan - Explore the campus, visiting the Bharat Kala Bhavan museum and the new Vishwanath Temple (Birla Temple), a precise replica of the original Vishwanath Temple.
• Bharat Mata Temple - Next, visit the Mother India Temple, established in 1918, featuring a unique marble relief map of the Indian subcontinent.
• Sarnath - At 12:30 PM, delve into the silk weaving heritage of Varanasi, followed by a lunch break (at your own expense). Then, travel approximately eight miles (13 km) to Sarnath to see the Dhamekh Stupa, the site of Buddha’s first sermon.
• Archaeological Museum - Visit the Archaeological Museum, showcasing artifacts dating back to the 3rd century BC (closed on Fridays).
• Ganga Aarti - Situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges River in Varanasi, the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat is a captivating ritual that attracts pilgrims, tourists, and spiritual seekers globally. It transcends a mere religious ceremony, offering a profound visual and emotional experience that leaves a lasting impact on all who attend.
• Varanasi Junction railway station - Conclude your tour with a return to your hotel around 8 PM.

• Private transportation
• Morning and Boat ride at Ganges
• Water bottle
• English Speaking Tour Guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Food and drinks
• Accommodation
• Any Entry fee

Embark on an exclusive one-day journey around Varanasi, featuring a boat ride during sunrise and sunset on the Ganges River. Explore significant landmarks in and nearby Varanasi including the Bharat Kala Bhavan museum within Banaras Hindu University (BHU), and Sarnath’s Dhamekh Stupa — a key Buddhist location. Lastly, view the evening aarti ritual during the sunset sailing trip.

Key Points
• Full-day personalized Varanasi exploration with Ganges River journey
• Experience two Ganges River voyages, one during sunrise and the other at sunset featuring the Ganga Aarti ritual.
• Explore two Hindu shrines, and a gallery within the Banaras Hindu University premises
• Visit Dhamekh Stupa, a vital Buddhist location in Sarnath
• Package includes private tour guide and transport, Ganges boat excursion and hotel transportation to and from

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.