Varanasi tour in one day

Name: Varanasi tour in one day
Brand: Tour Varanasi
SKU: 72040P2
Price: 68.00 USD
Rating: 5.0 (58 reviews)

Badge of ExcellenceVaranasi, India

12 to 14 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore India’s spiritual capital of Varanasi and learn about Hinduism on a private tour. Take a boat along the Ganges River and learn about why it's so sacred to Hindus. Visit the holy site of Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon, followed by a guided walk of Varanasi’s old streets and alleys. Watch the sacred ritual of Aarti from the ghat or the water to conclude your tour.

Take a private sightseeing tour around the city of Varanasi
Cruise along the Ganges River and watch the Aarti ritual
Learn about the Hindu religion as you explore sacred sites
Enjoy a personalized experience with a private guide and vehicle

What's Included

Govt approved professional tour guide from morning till evening
Exclusive boat during sunrise boat ride
Monument entrances of all places mentioned in itinerary
Private Air Condtioned Car from early morning till late evening unitll all sightseeing is finished
A private chair in a private balcony with best view of aarti
All kind of Taxes

Alcoholic drinks, accommodation etc
Food and drinks
Everything which is not mentioned in inclusions

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We shall pick you up from your Hotel at 05:00 AM. If hotel is not listed in the given details, please let us know through the chat option to arrange pick-up accordingly

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Operated by Tour Varanasi

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Amazing spiritual and historical experience

Stephen_B, Apr 2024

Varanasi, or Banares as called by locals, is an amazing city with so much spiritual and cultural influence. The sights and sounds of the bustling city, coupled with the calm early morning and joyous late evening rituals are something that can only be experienced in this Holy City. Our tour guide, Bharat, was so informative, welcoming and patient, definitely a world class guide who allowed us to get an authentic view into the lives of the devoted people of Banares, as well as gave us an immersive experience that we will never forget. A truly life-changing excursion and Bharat will always be connected to us through his genuine energy and hospitality. The sights, sounds, and emotions of the this tour are something that should be part of every tourists' trip to India, young and old!

A spectacular day!!

Nicole_F, Dec 2023

Our tour guide, “Manny” was excellent. We started our tour before sunrise and went on the boat ride while the sun came up. We saw the morning rituals on the Gange and then walked thru town back to the driver. We went back to our hotel for breakfast and then started the city town around BHU. Manny had many interesting stories to share about the culture and history. We then headed to Sarnath and toured many locations there before enjoying a meal and heading back to the city. We got back in time to get a front row seat high above the Arti ceremony and away from the crowd. It was an amazing experience and I highly recommend it. Our driver and our guide were both excellent. Thank you for a great day!

Do not waste your time or money. It is NOT a full day tour

Babs_NJ, Apr 2019

I booked this tour because I wanted a full day of sight seeing in Varanasi. I only had one day there, and I thought this tour would be the answer. I was so wrong. I do not even know the guide's name because he never even told me his name. The guide arrived at 5:30am for our sunrise boat ride. I was staying right on the Ganges, so it did not take long to arrive at the water. We walked for about 20 minutes while he tried to find a boat for us, along the way we kept stopping, and I am assuming he was asking for availability. Shouldn't this have been decided before I arrived? The guide provided little to no explanation during the boat ride, if I did not ask a question, it was silence. Then, after the boat ride, I was told that I have 2 hours for a breakfast break. I said that we were supposed to go for a walk through the city, and I had to argue for it. The guide had no interest in going. Did I really need 2 hours for breakfast? It did not say anywhere in the itinerary that I would have so much down time, but I agreed to it. After breakfast, we went to Sarnath. Again, there was little to no explanation. After a short exploration, it was 11:30. I was then told that the guide would meet me again at 3:00pm to finish the tour. I had just had a 2 hour break, and now I was going to have a 3 1/2 hour break?! Why would I book a full day tour if I was now going to have FIVE hours on my own before 3:00? Yes, it was hot, but I kept telling my guide that I was ok with the heat. He did not care, and kept telling me he would return at 3:00pm. After the guide dropped me off at my hotel, I told him not to come back. I did not even finish the remainder of the tour with him. I was so disappointed, I did not want to waste any more of the little time I had there with his nonsense. When I asked for his name and tour company information, he would not give it to me. This tour was advertised as if it would be a full day, comprehensive tour of Varanasi. Instead, it was a terrible guide with more down time than actual touring. Please do not make the same mistake that I did, and do not book this tour.

Ideal para descubrir Varanasi en 1 día

Marc_b, Nov 2022

El tour perfecto si quieres descubrir Varanasi y su magia en un solo día. Nuestro guía Bharat fue excepcional. Detallosta, dedicado y entregado para ofrecer la mejor experiencia. Sin duda la recomendaríamos a todo quien visite Varanasi.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking out time in writing this wonderful review. Happy that you liked our services. Hope to serve you someday soon again. Till then, keep travelling ! Sonia Sharma.

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