Insight Varanasi: One Day Tour with Sarnath, Boat Ride & Aarti

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Varanasi, India

14 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Insight Varanasi Day Tour
See pilgrims atone for their sins and the Ganga Ghats
Visit Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his very first sermon
Navigate the streets on foot with your local guide

What's Included

Hotel pick up and drop off by private AC vehicle
Professional Private Guide Licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Guide in other language [French/ German/ Spanish/ Italian] on demand and availability
Exclusive boat during morning boat ride
Sarnath Entrance Tickets
A private chair in a private balcony with best view of Aarti

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Tips

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Any hotel located in the city Limit of Varanasi

Operating hours
.5:00 am

Itinerary

Banaras Ghats

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ganges River

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Pass By)

Manikarnika Ghat (Pass By)

Dasaswamedh Ghat

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Sarnath

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ashoka Pillar

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Dhamek Stupa

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ganga Aarti

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Chaukhandi Stupa (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
This tour includes two breaks: the first after the morning boat tour for breakfast, during which travellers will have the option to return to their hotel—depending on its location—and rest for around two hours before heading to Sarnath. The second break will be after visiting Sarnath, allowing time for lunch and relaxation before proceeding to the Ganga Aarti experience.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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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

4.9

based on 34 reviews

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Best way to see the sites in limited time

Liam_N, Oct 2024

We only had one day in Varanasi and wanted to see Hindu and Buddhist sites. This was perfect to see everything with a very knowledgeable tour guide.

Varanasi

Deborah_W, Mar 2020

Really great guide. Offered so much information. He was on time, spoke very good English and taught us so much.

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Dear Guest, Greetings from the holy city Varanasi…! Thank you for taking your valuable time in sharing your kind feedback. It is always a pleasure to hear the words of appreciation from guests like you, who spare time out and write about Varanasi & our team. Hope to meet you again during your next visit. Thanks & Regards, Indrajeet Kumar Mobile: +91 9415206372

Excellent!

slmehta2019, Oct 2019

Owner, guide and drivers were flexible, professional and knowledgeable. Guide Aakash was as good as they come in this business

Response from Host, Jul 2022

An unforgettable experience

Jeremiah_S, Sep 2019

My husband and I decided to book at one day tour of Varanasi and we don’t regret it , it was an amazing experience with very knowledgeable tour guy, we couldn’t have done it on our own .