Overview
The Experience Varanasi tour is an endeavor to connect the tourist with the city. It aims to acclimatize the Guest with the local culture of Varanasi.
Discover the best of Varanasi in two days. Along with the morning and evening boat rides, you will be able to explore the different religious aspects of the city like Buddhism. Take an insider's look at various wholesale markets in the city, walk through the residential areas of the old town and indulge in some great street food.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
One bottle of mineral water per person per sightseeing.
Two private boat rides (hand rowing boats). There will be boat man rowing the boat.
Street food during the food tour.
In-vehicle air conditioning
All fees and/or taxes
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Tips
Airport transfers (to & from the hotel).
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
What to expect
Day 1 Experience Varanasi-Day1
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Experience Varanasi - Private Guided Tours
10 hours
Our accredited guide will meet you at your hotel and accompany you to the old city explaining you what you will see during the day.
10:00 am-01:30 pm. Bazaar Walk: Explore the hidden markets in the old city like Paan (betel leaf), spice, toys, flowers etc. It's a combination of walking tour and cycle rickshaw ride. Walking through the narrow alleys of these markets with a variety of smell and vision gives a phenomenal experience to the Guest.
01:30 pm to 02:30 pm Lunch break
02:30 pm - 04:30 pm. City Tour: Visit the Banaras Hindu University, Durga Temple and the weaver's district & learn the dying art of Silk weaving.
05:00 pm - 07:30 pm. Evening Boat ride: Go for a evening boat ride by the sunset and witness the activities by the river side in the evening, watch the cremation at Manikarnika Ghat from the boat. Finally stop at Dasaswamedh Ghat to enjoy the Ganga Aarti ceremony from your private boat.
Day 2 Experience Varanasi-Day2
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9 hours Admission ticket included
05:30 am - 08:00 am. Morning boat ride: Visit the river at sunrise, when its banks are alive with the multitude of worshipers who come to immerse themselves honoring life’s milestones as they face the rising run.
08:30 am -10:00 am Breakfast
10:00 am - 01:00 pm- Sarnath: Lord Buddha preached his First Sermon here. This is known in the Buddhist world as Dharma-Chakra Pravartana.Visit the main temple and see the fresco work followed by excavated ruins & museum (The museum closed on Friday).
01:00 pm - 04:00 pm Lunch break and rest
04:00 pm - 07:00 pm Flavors of Varanasi: Banaras offers you the best of history coupled with the best in cuisine as well. The streets have a wide range of eateries all offering delectably scrumptious food that is sure to suit every traveler’s appetite.
We take you to 5-6 food joints which are very popular with the locals & offer you a wide variety of food & beverages.
Return back to your hotel after the food tour.
Tour ends.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Experience Varanasi Tour: 2 Days Private Guided Tour
Can I cancel Experience Varanasi Tour: 2 Days Private Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- One bottle of mineral water per person per sightseeing.
- Two private boat rides (hand rowing boats). There will be boat man rowing the boat.
- Street food during the food tour.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Tips
- Airport transfers (to & from the hotel).
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Experience Varanasi Private Guided Tours
