Varanasi Trip Overview
Explore a land of literature, aesthetic, art and spirituality, Varanasi on this 5-hour early morning tour. Enjoy a sunrise boat ride, followed by traditional refreshment and visit Hindu temples afterward.
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Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Varanasi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Explore a land of literature, aesthetic, art and spirituality, Varanasi on this 5-hour early morning tour. Enjoy a sunrise boat ride, followed by traditional refreshment and visit Hindu temples afterward.
Stop At: Assi Ghat, Sdkfjl, Varanasi 221005 India
Assi Ghat, city’s most prominent bathing Ghat, the boat ride takes you through the 5000-year old history of Varanasi, also believed to be one of world’s oldest living cities. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, enjoy a surreal sunrise, floating on the sacred river.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Manikarnika Ghat, Ghasi Tola Road, Varanasi 221001 India
The boat ride ends at Manikarnika, the cremation Ghat of Varanasi, marking the journey of a person from birth to death and ultimately attaining salvation. You will learn from your guide the legends and stories that bind the city together from time immemorial.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple), Lahori Tola, Varanasi 221001 India
Kashi Vishwanath Temple at 7:30am, crossing through the legendary narrow lanes of Varanasi. This 17th century temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has the reputation of being one of the most visited temples in north India. Participate in the morning Pooja (ceremonial prayers) ritual and get an insight into the culture and traditions of Hinduism.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sankat Mochan Temple, Sankat Mochan Road Saket Nagar, Nagwa Lanka, Varanasi 221005 India
Sankat Mochan Temple, dedicated to the monkey god of Hindu mythology. “Sankat Mochan” literally means the one who relieves you from all the troubles, andthis ancient temple is believed to have divine power. Devotees flock in huge numbers and offer yellow sweets to the temple deity “Hanumana”.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Birla Mandir, Banaras Hindu University Campus, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221011, India
Vishwanath temple, also called the Birla temple, made as a replica of the original temple with intricate carvings on beautiful white marble.
Duration: 20 minutes
