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A riverside view with boats, a large building with 'MUNSHIGAT' written on it, and people walking along the steps. 1
A variety of food items served in clay pots on a table. 2
Two individuals wearing traditional attire and colorful headgear, with one person holding a stick. 3
Monks in brown robes walking barefoot in front of a large stone structure with carvings. 4
A carved stone structure with intricate patterns and a relief inscription. 5
By Golden Triangle Of India

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$242 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover the sacred city of Varanasi and the timeless beauty of Sarnath
    • Witness the mesmerising Ganga Aarti ceremony at sunset
    • Visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon
    • Explore with an expert guide in history, culture, and religion
    • Savour the authentic flavours of Varanasi’s traditional cuisine

Activity location

    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Check availability

Tour with Car, Driver, Guide and Boat Ride

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This option includes an air-conditioned car with driver, private tour guide and boat ride. Monuments entrance tickets and lunch are not included.

Price details
NZ$120.92 x 2 AdultsNZ$241.84
Total
Price is NZ$241.84
Until Sun, 15 Nov

Tour with Car, Guide, Entrance, Lunch, and Boat Ride

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This option includes a private, air-conditioned vehicle with driver, private tour guide, monuments entrance tickets, lunch, and boat ride.

Price details
NZ$251.01 x 2 AdultsNZ$502.02
Total
Price is NZ$502.02
Until Sun, 15 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Transport by private air-conditioned car with driver
  • Inclusions
    Private tour guide
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Boat ride (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Monument entrance tickets (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Lunch (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    All taxes and fees
  • Exclusions
    Any drink served with lunch
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Tips for driver and guide

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Sleeveless shirts

What you can expect

  • Memories of Varanasi: Begin your day with a 5:30 a.m. hotel pickup and enjoy a serene sunrise boat ride on the sacred Ganges. Witness the city’s spiritual morning rituals and vibrant riverside life.

    Kashi Vishwanath Temple: Stroll through the charming lanes of Old Varanasi with your expert guide and visit the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of Hinduism’s holiest shrines.

    Banaras Hindu University: After breakfast (at your own expense), visit the prestigious Banaras Hindu University, founded in 1916. Explore the campus, Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, and the beautiful New Vishwanath (Birla) Temple.

    Bharat Mata Mandir: Discover the unique Bharat Mata Temple, famous for its remarkable marble map of undivided India. Later, learn about Varanasi’s world-famous silk weaving traditions before lunch (at your own expense).

    Sarnath: Continue to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit the impressive Dhamek Stupa and the Archaeological Museum (closed on Fridays), home to priceless Buddhist relics.

    Dashashwamedh Ghat: In the evening, visit the sacred Manikarnika Cremation Ghat before experiencing the mesmerising Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Your unforgettable tour concludes with hotel drop-off around 8:00 p.m.

Location

Activity location

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    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Varanasi
    • Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India