Top Varanasi Day Trips - page 2

This 3-day tour uniquely blends Varanasi’s sacred spirit, heritage, and hidden stories with the divine charm of Mirzapur. Experience a sunrise boat ride at Assi Ghat, the mysteries of Manikarnika, and the vibrant life of Godowlia and Thatheri Bazaar. Explore Sarnath’s peace, BHU’s legacy, and the devotion of Durga Mata and Tulsi Manas Temples. Discover history at Ramnagar and Chunar Forts, then complete your journey with blessings at Vindhyavasini Devi Temple. With expert guides, customizable experiences, and meaningful cultural moments, this tour reveals the authentic soul of Varanasi—raw, spiritual, and unforgettable.

“The soul of India lies in its villages” as said by Mahatma Gandhi, and this tour is just the right approach to discover the depths of real India and its villages. Join us on this tour of villages surrounding Varanasi and you will experience the true essence of Indian culture. We have curated this offbeat tour as an opportunity to actually be among the village communities of India and get personal in-depth insights into their lifestyle and livelihood, which are hardly mentioned in a travel guidebook. See the life in rural India closely and experience the villagers, see how even today they have preserved their old culture and tradition for coming generations. Learn the basics of home cooking, ploughing, sowing seeds, cattle grazing, dairy farming, visit to a local school and spend time with rural kids. By the end of the tour you will develop a great perspective of the city, its culture, food and life of a local.

We provide you a very family friendly atmosphere so that you can be comfortable while enjoying this tour and getting to know about the history of our Banaras and get to know about various temples, ghats and rituals and the holy Ganges River.

Discover the Spiritual and Artistic Heart of India in Varanasi! Welcome to Varanasi, the divine city where culture, art, and music intertwine to create a mesmerizing tapestry of traditions and spirituality. As believers in the sacred origins of this city, we invite you to explore its rich cultural heritage and embark on a transformative journey of learning and understanding. Varanasi: A City Created by the Divine: According to legend, Varanasi was founded by Lord Shiva himself, making it a city steeped in mythological significance and divine energy. This belief has inspired centuries of artistic expression and cultural practices that continue to thrive in the city today. Art and Music in Hindu Culture: In Hindu culture, art is revered as a form of devotion and expression. Indian classical music, which traces its roots to the Samaveda, is considered a divine art form that has the power to uplift the soul and connect with the divine. Come and experience with us the incredible journey

Save yourself the trouble of reaching Allahabad on public transportation with this comprehensive, private day trip from Varanasi. Visit Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and (mythical) Saraswati rivers, and the Mughal Allahabad Fort with an art historian guide. You’ll also have time for a boat ride on the Ganges River.

Get the best chance of bringing home authentic, fairly priced souvenirs from your trip to Jaipur by booking this shopping-focused tour. With a guide in the lead, skip the tourist traps and visit only the best shops selling Jaipur's signature blue pottery, sandalwood carvings, dyed fabric art, and semiprecious stones. Get the chance to try woodblock printing and stone carving yourself. Round-trip transportation further simplifies your day.

This guided tour will help you unravel the mysticism that has always been associated with Varanasi, it is due to this dimension of the city that everyone in the past longed to come to Varanasi. This amazing tour which is a combination of walking tour & boat ride that includes experience of life energies within during the Ganga Aarti, which is not to be missed, if you really wish to experience Varanasi in its original sense. 1. Watch the setting of the sun at the horizon and mesmerize with the stunning beauty of colorful old buildings, ashrams and places. 2. Eyewitness the mystic Ganga Aarti; one of the five rituals performed for the worship of sacred river Ganga. 3. Witness the rituals performed by local brahmins and sadhus, devotees walking down to the Ghats to offer their prayers to the Mother Ganges. 4. Enjoy evening walk around Manikarnika Ghat viewing city's most wonderful scenes with great conversation to understand the importance of Kashi, significance of different ghats.

Taste the street foods of Varanasi without worrying about getting an upset stomach later with this food-tasting tour, led by a local storyteller guide. You'll stroll through the ancient city's streets with your guide, trying out different snacks from tried-and-tested food stalls and learning about local treats along the way.