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3 Days Varanasi Tour Package for First Timers
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Spend three days exploring the essence of Varanasi in the company of a guide. You'll learn much more than you would simply wandering on your own, and the tour includes a variety of activities: a sunrise private boat tour, a visit to the cremation grounds, and a guided tour of the important Buddhist site of Sarnath, among others. Accommodation for two nights plus breakfast each day is included.
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US$210.00
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US$210.00
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Private Full-Day City Tour of Varanasi Including Boat Ride
Avoid getting lost in the winding lanes of this ancient city on a private day tour. Experience the sacred Hindu atmosphere and rituals of Varanasi on and beside the Ganges River, and also visit the nearby town of Sarnath, where Buddha first preached after reaching enlightenment. End the day by witnessing the daily Ganga Aarti, or worship ceremony, beside the river.
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US$88.00
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US$88.00

Evening Aarti of Mother Ganga
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Combine a visit to the evening aarti ceremony on the banks of the River Ganges with a boat ride through town with this private, guided experience. You'll start with a boat ride, which will take you past the city's famous ghats, including the Manikarna Ghat, where cremations are held. You'll also witness the famous aarti, or evening prayer ceremony, right on the banks of the river.
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US$28.69
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Varanasi Evening Aarti Tour
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Spend three unforgettable hours in one of India's most ancient cities during this evening Aarti tour in Varanasi. Experience the beauty of this Hindu ritual where light is offered up to deities. Hear religious songs sung out into the night and watch as lamps are offered to the gods. Learn why locals say this city liberates the soul from the human body during this once in a lifetime cultural experience.
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A Journey of A lifetime
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FEEL THE CITY DIFFERENTLY
TRANSFORMATIONAL JOURNEY
The Best Way to Explore Varanasi is Through Walk
We Offers you a Special Walk in which we take people from the deep in the alleyways and shows yau mostly touristic places as well as non touristic places
And In that we about culture, religion and tradition and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the natural living lifestyle of Varanasi
ltinery: Kashi Vishalakshi Temple famous from southern part of India) .Nepali Temple (built by the king of Nepal) .Manikarnika Ghat (a place where they burn the body) Under Ground Temple (shiva temple) .Alangir Mosque (built by the Mughal emperor auranjeb) one of the Place to drink lass in varamasi) ( Heritage area Ancient Houses (built by the kings of different parts of India) (Traditional work done by the Muslim people Raja Harishhandra ghat
Including evening ceremony
Please let us know if you have anything specific in your mind we will make it happen it is possible
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US$22.00
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Cultural & Spiritual Trails of Old Town Varanasi Guided Walking Tour
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Varanasi or traditionally known as Kashi (meaning light), is believed to be the oldest city on the planet standing today. We have seen people coming to Varanasi with great hopes & expectations, but most of the time we felt that they leave Varanasi without understanding the true essence of the city, its glorious past and spiritual history.
Did you know that in ancient history people dreamt of dying in Varanasi only and no where else? Varanasi has been the most important place for people seeking liberation and enlightenment, even Buddha got enlightened very near to Varanasi.
1. This walking tour is a journey, of exploring Varanasi in its true sense, a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city.
2. You will explore the city's gems in unique style of ‘infotainment’ that you would easily miss exploring by our own and will make your journey to Varanasi truly special.
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US$10.49
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5:hours Private Evening Aarti With Rooftop Dinner
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Overview
Varanasi the city of Ghats is known in the world for its beautiful Ghats, Century old Temple. Here Hindu people come for Moksha is the highest goal of Hindus. The sight of the sunset over the Ganges and the cold breeze on the bank of River Ganges gives you a heart soothing effect. Here every evening irrelevant of what the weather is our priest perform a ceremony called 'Aarti'. Where seven priest stand under the beautiful seven umbrellas & they are not only for thanking 'Holy Mother Ganges river' for being in their life at Varanasi or washing their sins everyday but also for putting mother Ganges river to sleep in belief that the Mother Ganges you have done enough for the hole day now its time for you to take some rest & nothing goes into the holy River After the mother actually sleeps.
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US$30.00
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Full Day City Tour Of Varanasi Including Sunrise Boat Cruise & Ramnagar Fort
Private tour will begin early in the morning (arround 5am/6am) if you would like to see the sunrise and people taking a bath and performing rituals. Enjoy sunrise boat ride from Assi Ghat to Dashashwamedh Ghat and walking tour of various ghats and Vishwanath Gali. City tour include visit to all major famous temples in Varanasi, drive through tour of Banaras Hindu University. You will also visit Ram Nagar Fort & museum located on the eastern bank of River Ganga. Private air-conditioned transport from picks up till drop off to your hotel, English speaking guide, boating & entrances to monuments are well included in the package price.
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US$131.20
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US$131.20
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2 Days Varanasi tour package for first timers
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Get a comprehensive tour of Varanasi on this 2-day that's perfect for first-time visitors. Spend two days in the company of a guide, learning everything there is to know about one of India's holiest cities, perched on the banks of the Ganges River. Visit all the must-see attractions and listen to in-depth commentary on the city's history, religion, architecture, and modern-day life.
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US$120.00
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US$120.00
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Insight Varanasi Day Tour
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This unique tour of Varanasi offers visitors an insider's look at local customs and traditions in one of the world's oldest living cities. Tour the Hindu and Buddhist sites with an expert guide, including the Ganga Ghats, where pilgrims come to absolve their sins and the Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his very first sermon.
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US$117.34
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Banaras Wala Tours
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What makes my tours different from others is that first Our availability is our introduction. And our service and our Hinduism philosophy and local Activists is our brand! i offer an authentic experience of Varanasi with an extremely knowledgeable guide to lead the way. Each tour is individually tailored to your interests so you get to see what is important to you. You can try traveler friendly street food, take a prive sunrise tour of the Ghats and ceremonies, wander through the winding back alleys and old city, see the Aghori Babas and temples, and experience how spirituality is so deeply woven into the lives of the people here.
Having lived here my whole life and being a guide for the last 8 years has given me a deep knowledge of the city and the traditions, rituals and religions that it surrounds. During the tour I will pass on much of this to you so you can have a more meaningful experience of the city.
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US$19.27
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Buddhist Tour 7 Day
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Buddhism is a religion and philosophy that developed from the teachings of the Buddha (Sanskrit “Awakened One”), a teacher who lived in northern India between the Mid-6th and mid-4th centuries BCE (Before the common Era). Preading from India to central and south last Aisa China, Korea and Japan, Buddhism, has played a central role in the spiritual, cultural, and social life of Asia, and during the 20th century it spread to the west. Ancient scripture and doctrine developed in several closely related literary language of ancient India.They are known as Buddhists.
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• Sarnath (Dhamekh Stupa, the Chaukhandi Stupa and the Archaeological museum).
• Bodhgaya- Mahabodhi Temple, Thai Temple and Bodhi Tree
• Visit the ruins of Nalanda and Rajgir
• Kushinagar- Mahaparinirvana Temple and Mukutbandhan Stupa
• Lumbini- Birthplace of lord Buddha
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US$635.00
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Varanasi - Allahabad - Gaya Tour - 4n5d
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Varanasi on the banks of the sacred Ganga River, is one of the oldest, holiest & sacred living cities in the world. For Hindus the city is a very special place of pilgrimage. Hindus consider that a dip in the holy Ganga washes away all the sins and purifies the soul. Also they can visit Triveni Sangam (Meeting point of the three rivers - Ganga, Yamuna & Saraswati) in Allahabad. Moreover you can also visit Bodh Gaya is the most important of the main four pilgrimage sites related to the life of Gautama Buddha.
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US$416.08
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Varanasi Cultural Tour
See the highlights of Varanasi and Sarnath on a 2-day tour that includes overnight accommodation, transportation, and guide. Take time to explore Sarnath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is one of the most important Buddhist sites in the world. Then experience the evening aarti ceremony at the Ganges River, take a sunrise boat cruise on the Ganges, and go sightseeing in Varanasi on a city tour.
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US$175.00
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Varanasi Morning Boat Tour [RowBoat]
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See the ancient city of Varanasi come to life as you make your way down the scenic Ganges River by boat. Observe Hindus practicing their morning rituals as the sun comes up along the banks of the river and learn about local customs and traditions from your expert guide.
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US$42.67
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Private 5-Hour Varanasi Tour at Dawn Including Boat Ride
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If you’re looking for an enchanting experience of India’s religious traditions, opt for this private tour of Varanasi at dawn. Take a sunrise cruise down the holy Ganges River, see bodies publicly cremated at Manikarnika Ghat, and visit the famous Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath). See, too, pilgrims bathe at Assi Ghat and local wrestlers fight in mud pits during this cultural experience. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Varanasi are included.
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US$91.00
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US$91.00
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Same day Bodhgaya tour from Varanasi
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Same day guided visit to Bodhgaya from Varanasi
The crucible of Buddhism, Bodhgaya was where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment beneath a bodhi tree 2600 years ago and became Buddha (the 'Awakened One'). In terms of blessedness, this tiny temple town is to Buddhists what Mecca is to Muslims. Unsurprisingly, it attracts thousands of pilgrims from around the world every year, who come for prayer, study and meditation.
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US$120.00
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US$120.00
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Private Full-Day Varanasi Tour with Boat Ride
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Get to know the best parts of Varanasi on this full-day comprehensive private tour. Your guide will make sure you don't miss any highlights—the Dhamekh Stupa, the Bharat Kala Bhavam Museum, and others— but will also tailor the itinerary to your interests. Enjoy moving at your own pace with private transportation and asking plenty of questions. Finish your day with a sunset boat ride on the Ganges River to see the evening aarti ceremony.
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US$266.67
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Private Varanasi Spiritual Tour Including Sunrise and Sunset Boat Rides
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Explore Varanasi on a private full-day tour that includes a sunrise and sunset boat ride on the Ganges River. Visit landmarks in and around Varanasi including Banaras Hindu University (BHU)'s Bharat Kala Bhavan museum, and Dhamekh Stupa in Sarnath — an important Buddhist site. Finally, watch the evening aarti ceremony from the sunset boat cruise.
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US$64.00
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Varanasi tour in one day
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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.
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US$90.00
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US$90.00
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Varanasi Landmark Evening City Tour - Aarti, Boating & Witnessing the GOD
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It’s a city with deep cultural experience, The scared river of Ganga preserve the memory of thousands years in her motherly water which flows just in the center of the city.
Our tours will take you to magnificent Sunset with Ganga Aarti (Praying to the God of river –The Ganges) where life starts at the bank of mother ganga with a morning eye opener prayers by scared priest, you can enjoy these spectacular scenes on boat. This is a lifetime cultural experience to not MISS !.
While at same places while exploring cultural heritage you will find THE END of life at Manikarnika Ghat where people are burning dead body of loved ones.
Our tours will bring you to life and death experience at cultural heritage sites of Mother Ganges.
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US$27.74
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Sarnath Tour from Varanasi
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This half-day tour transports travelers to the site where Buddha gave his very first sermon back in 528 BC. Venture outside the city and spend some time at Sarnath, one of the religion's most important landmarks.
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US$48.00
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Private Full-Day Tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Darshan
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Benefit from personalized attention on this private tour of Varanasi. With round-trip private transportation included, there's no need to rent a car and you can simply focus on the scenery. Your guide will provide commentary tailored to your interests as you visit highlights such as the Ganga Ghats, the Sarnath, Kashi Vishwanath temple, and the Ganga aarti on a boat ride.
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US$55.00
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Experience Varanasi Tour: 3 Days Private Guided Tour
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Ideal for travelers looking for immersive cultural experiences, this private tour gets closer to the heart of Varanasi over three days of exploration. Highlights include morning and evening boat rides, cultural walks through residential areas, street food and restaurant outings, and insider trips to flower, spice, and paan markets. Day three includes a side trip to Sarnath, a pilgrimage site where Buddha is believed to have preached his first sermon.
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