What to do and see in Varanasi District, Uttar Pradesh: The Best Sightseeing Tours

Early Morning Ganges Tour- Visiting Early morning to Ganges and doing Boat Ride,observe morning religious activities such as bathing ceremony, Hindu rituals and rites, yoga and meditation, listen to the  sound of prayers, bells and Mantra with  from the boat. Sarnath Tour, which is very famous place for Buddhist. In deer park, Buddha preached his first sermon to his five disciples about 2500 years ago.Varanasi Varanasi City Sightseeing, visiting BHU (Banaras Hindu University), Sankat Mocahn Temple, Durga Mata Temple and Bharat Mata Temple. Evening Ganges Ceremony Later after the City tour witness the evening ceremony of mother Ganges, Which is called Ganga Arti

Inclusions: 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)

Exclusions: a. Hotel Room b. Any Air Fare/Train Fare c. Any personal Expenses d. Video Camera Charges at monuments. e. Tips/Gratitude to Driver/Guide (Recommended)

Have you ever thought, what every Hindu wants after death ? Paradise or Heaven ? No, it is Moksha or Salvation.  We invite you to explore a hostel wherein people check-in to die ..... also known as Death Hostel or Salvation House.  Highlights :  • Guided visit to Death Hostel to Varanasi  • Interact with those who are going to die in next few days • A guided death house tour to Varanasi  • Know what a person regrets and wish for when he is at edge of death 

Inclusions: A personal English speaking tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off by a private medium car, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Goods and services tax

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Everything which is not mentioned in inclusions

Just 10 km away from Varanasi, lies the city of Sarnath. It is a pilgrimage center for the Buddhists and the Jains. It is famous for its ruins of Buddhist temples and stupas. It is considered to be the place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon and led the wheel of time, enshrining his principles of teaching into laws. The site became a center of learning. Only a kilometer away from Sarnath lies, Singhpur, a village which was the birthplace of Shreyansanath, the Eleventh Tirthankara of Jainism. A temple dedicated to him is an important pilgrimage site. In this tour, you will be accompanied by a well-informed guide who will walk you through the ruins of the ancient monasteries, temples, and stupas of Buddhists and the archaeological museum. You will listen to narratives of the history of Sarnath, learn bout the philosophy of Buddhism. You will be picked up in an air-conditioned car from your location to Sarnath and return.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions:

Visit the Holiest city of India- Varanasi and immerse yourself with the pristine essence of rich Hindu religious culture. Visit the popular temples built with great architecture and the world famous Benaras Hindu University. Also, go for an excursion to Sarnath which is one of the three holiest sites for Buddhists. This is where the Buddha delivered his first sermon in 528 BC. Experience the religiously and culturally rich heritage and history of these cities. Includes transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle (including excursion to Sarnath) and services of a knowledgeable guide.

Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Local guide, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Camera charges at monuments, Gratuities, Food and drinks

Walk on the steps of Ghats of Varanasi along with holy Ganges river with your personal guide. Enjoy a Tuk-Tuk ride to the holy city. Watch the pilgrims of the holy city in this jaw dropping one-of-a-kind 4-hour experience.

Inclusions: Private guide, Walking tour on the Ghats of Varanasi, Ride on a Tuk-Tuk, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Visit to old bazaars of Varanasi

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Experience the spirituality, mysticism and religious rituals of India on a 7-day private tour of Delhi, Agra and Varanasi. Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal, take part in a puja ceremony on the banks of the Ganges, and explore the street food in Delhi

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Bottled water, Professional guide, Private tour, All Sightseeing,All Pickup and drop by private air condition vehicle., Interstate transportation by air-condition Car / Flight, Accommodation if option selected, Boat ride and River Ganges., All Entrance fees including Taj Mahal.

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Varanasi has been a cultural and spiritual center of North India for several thousand years. It lies on the Ganges - considered a holy river. Hindus believe that death in the city will bring salvation, making it a major center for pilgrimage. Varanasi also was a significant place of activities during the development of Buddhism. The city’s daily hustle and bustle and Varanasi’s otherness make it an absolute highlight for photographers, especially for those interested in portrait and street photography. Lunch is included after the tour. Highlights : • Streets, Temples, Ghats • Varanasi Riverfront • Religious ascetics

Inclusions: Transport by private air conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off within city center., English Speaking Local Guide., Lunch at local Restaurant. ( Beverage Excluded), 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities ( Optional, Camera and accessories (available for rent)

Varanasi has been a cultural and spiritual center of North India for several thousand years. It lies on the Ganges - considered a holy river. Hindus believe that death in the city will bring salvation, making it a major center for pilgrimage. Varanasi also was a significant place of activities during the development of Buddhism. The city’s daily hustle and bustle and Varanasi’s otherness make it an absolute highlight for photographers, especially for those interested in portrait and street photography. Highlights : • Streets, Temples, Ghats • Varanasi Riverfront • Religious ascetics

Inclusions: Transport by private air conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off within city center., English Speaking Local Guide., 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities ( Optional, Camera and accessories (available for rent)

“The soul of India lies in its villages” as said by Mahatma Gandhi, and this tour is just the right approach to discover the depths of real India and its villages. This offbeat tour is an opportunity to actually be among the village communities of India and get personal in-depth insights into their lifestyle and livelihood, which are hardly mentioned in a travel guidebook. 1. Visit Village Sarai Mohana known for its silk weaving and craftsmanship of the weavers with their distinct design. Banarasi sarees made by these waivers are among the finest saris in India. 2. Experience ploughing, sowing seeds, cattle grazing, dairy farming, learn local cooking, visit to a local school and spend time with rural kids. 3. Finally visit the village Chiraigaon, here visit the house of Chiraigu and meet the natives; get to know about the day to day life of the villagers with their way of livelihood.

Inclusions: Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi, Car for all the destinations within city limits, Great local tips and recommendations, Experience the long history stretching back 2000 years

Exclusions: Water Bottle and Snacks

Sarnath; an important Buddhist pilgrim spot, where Buddha made his first sermon after getting enlightenment. If you are running short on time or just come down to explore touristic destinations in and around city, half day city tour is the best option. We have picked up all the spilled pieces together and created a beautiful garland of it in our Sarnath Tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and lifestyle. Highlights of the tour would be following places. 1. Sarangnath Temple 2. Japanese Temple & Monastery 3. Chaines Temple & Monastery 4. Thai Temple & Monastery 5. Burmese Temple & Monastery 6. Mulgandha Kuti Vihar 7. Dhamekh Stupa & Monastery Ruins 8. Chaukhandi Stupa 9. Sarnath Archeological Museum 10. Budha Park 11.Bharat Mata Mandir 12. St. Mary's Cathedral Small Car (upto 3 Person) Big Car (upto 5 Person)

Inclusions: 1. Friendly Storyteller/Guide, 2. Hotel pick and drop, 3. Great local tips and recommendations, 4. Great conversations with stories that you can't find on the internet, 5.Snacks Local's Favorite Spot (Complimentary)

Exclusions: Bottled Water, Sunglasses. sunscreen and Cap (if required), Umbrella (in case of rainy season or summers), Camera if you enjoy photography as the tour is full of great places where you can take amazing shots