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Banaras (Varanasi) Tour

Recommended by 95% of travelers
Varanasi, India
  • 6 to 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Varanasi, or Benares, is one of India’s liveliest—and holiest—spiritual hubs, jam-packed with temples and historical sights. Exploring the city’s main highlights takes planning, but you’ll tick off the top attractions in a single outing on this private tour. Enjoy a Ganges river cruise, archaeological and temple visits, and a viewing of the famous fire prayer.
  • Get an overview of Varanasi's top sights in a day
  • Enjoy a Ganges river cruise and aarti, a famous fire prayer
  • Choose from multiple morning tours to suit your schedule
  • Entrance fees and hotel transfers are included for a seamless experience

What's Included

  • Transport by private vehicle
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Boat Ride at River Ganges (Twice: Morning and Evening)
  • Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will inform pickup timings a day before

Itinerary

1

Varanasi

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

2

Durga Temple

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

3

Sarnath

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Banaras Hindu University (Pass By)

4

New Vishwanath Temple

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

Bharat Mata Temple

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

6

Ganga Aarti

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum age is 1 years
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide will be subject to availability with Supplement charges.
  • A minimum of 02 people per booking is required. If the Guest is Solo Traveller booking can be arranged on Supplement Cost.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.9
based on 22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

From $121.55

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 25 days in advance.

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