Single Walking Tour. Local culture, religion, traditions and more. Daily Tour
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Varanasi, India
- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
Dashashwamegh ghat
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 29 reviews
Jessica_G, May 2026
Rahul was the best! He was extremely passionate and knowledgeable. He was also very accommodating when I had to change the timing of my tour fairly last minute. Really appreciate it. Felt safe as a solo female traveller and he was very attentive already pointing out where to watch my step / head.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your review and your kind words, dear Jessica. It was a pleasure sharing the treasures of my beloved city with you. Of course, I always try to make you feel at home; you are my guests in Varanasi, and sometimes that also means adapting to your needs and last-minute changes. Sometimes, this city can be a bit challenging for a first-time visitor. It's a beautiful city but also very chaotic and bustling, so it's part of my job to make everyone who arrives feel at home, cared for, and safe, and to enjoy their stay to the fullest. I'm so glad you had nice experience and that I helped make it so. See you soon!
Namastè
adri_b, Oct 2025
We had a great day. It was 3 to 4 hours but in the end it was 6 hours including lunch.
Our tour guide took the time to shows us old Varanasi and explained everything into details. This tour is so much better than the highlights of Varanasi. Great guy. Thanks again for a wonderfull day.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Muchas gracias a ti, por tu reseña y tus amables palabras, querido Adri. Ha sido un placer para mí acompañaros durante unas horas y mostraros algunas de las gemas ocultas de Varanasi. Hay mucho que ver, contemplar y aprender en un recorrido guiado por los callejones bulliciosos de esta ciudad sagrada llena de tradición y espiritualidad. Es en un paseo lento por sus callejones, donde podemos apreciar de verdad la esencia misma de la India y empaparnos de su riqueza. Espero veros pronto de vuelta,
Namastè
Sarah_M, Mar 2024
When we were looking to book a walking tour in Varanasi we wanted one that was going to provide a holistic view of Varanasi, including its history and culture rather than a tourist sightseeing trip. When we booked this trip and met Rahul we knew we had made the right decision. Rahul has over 20 years' experience sharing his cultural with visitors and seemed to know instantly what our interests were. Rahul provided us an extensive insight and understanding into the local history and the importance of life and death. It was a full-on tour and we absorbed so much information. I highly recommend this walking tour and Rahul as a tour guide. Thank you for sharing your culture with us, it was a privilege to meet you.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Thank you very much for your review and kind words, Sarah.
Deciding to book a guided walking tour of the ancient city of Varanasi is always the best way to get a more complete and holistic impression of the city, its culture, customs, rituals and stories. Additionally, there are many hidden corners among the maze of alleys that are difficult to find and very easy to get lost. And some places are only accessible if you go in the company of a local guide so I also strongly recommend that all visitors be accompanied by an experienced local guide... Thank you very much for everything, it was also a privilege for me to meet you.
Namastè,
PriscilaM_R, Mar 2025
Si bien el guía llegó tarde, tengo que decir que fue una de las mejores experiencias en Varanasi para poder conocer en crudo la ciudad. Su estilo de vida, caminar por sus calles, oler sus aromas, sentir su forma de vivir. Raúl además ha dado excelentes explicaciones, tengo que decir mucho mejor que otros guías con más años. Explica en detalle el proceso de cremación de los cuerpos y la forma de vivir de la gente de Varanasi dado que Raúl es de allí y su familia tiene muchas generaciones viviendo en Varanasi. En definitiva, un excelente guía, una experiencia inolvidable, mucho mejor que otros tours que contrate. Tengo que aclarar que viaje sola y no hay forma de hacer esto por tu cuenta. Me sentí segura y cuidada en este tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much, dear Priscila, for your kind words and your thoughtful review. I'm so glad to know you enjoyed your experience in Varanasi and the time we shared through the streets of my hometown. I always try my best to help the people who hire me as a guide, making them feel at home, and I truly enjoy sharing all the knowledge I have about our traditions and our ancient culture. I hope to see you again soon in Kashi; many treasures still await you. Next time, I promise to be on time!
Namastè
Sylvie_S, Feb 2025
9 km de marche dans la vieille ville !!! Avec le Gange en décor. Une dédale de petites ruelles colorées, des échoppes, des temples, des vaches, des odeurs épicées. Merveilleux!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you very much, Sylvie, for your review and your kind words. It was a pleasure for me to guide you through the alleys of the ancient city of Varanasi and show you some of its hidden treasures. I still have much more to show you, the treasures and surprises are endless in this holy city... You will always be welcome back to discover them!
Namasté
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