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Insight Varanasi: One Day Tour with Sarnath, Boat Ride & Aarti
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
$118
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Overview
The Private Tour in Varanasi offers a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Hinduism and Buddhism for first-time visitors. This comprehensive 14-hour experience includes a morning boat ride, a city walk, and a visit to Sarnath, culminating with the enchanting Ganga Aarti.
- 🚣♂️ Morning boat ride at dawn, providing stunning views of the Ganges and the iconic Banaras Ghats.
- 🏙️ Guided walk through the old city, showcasing the vibrant life and culture of Varanasi.
- 🕉️ Visit to Sarnath, the birthplace of Buddhism, where Buddha delivered his first sermon, featuring significant monuments like the Dhamekha Stupa.
- 🍽️ Enjoy two breaks during the tour, with breakfast after the morning boat ride and lunch following the Sarnath visit.
- 🌅 Evening boat ride followed by the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a traditional Hindu ritual that captivates the senses.
- 🔍 Professional private guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, ensuring an insightful and enriching experience.
- 🚗 Hotel pickup and drop-off in a private AC vehicle for added comfort and convenience.
- 🎟️ Sarnath entrance tickets included, allowing full access to this historic site.
- 🌍 Language options available for guides in French, German, Spanish, or Italian upon request and availability.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible with all areas and surfaces designed for ease of movement, accommodating prams and strollers.
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Insight Varanasi
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 14 hours
- Sarnath Entrance Tickets
- Exclusive boat during morning boat ride
- A seating arrangement offering one of the best views of the Aarti
- Guide in other language [French/ German/ Spanish/ Italian] on demand and availability
- Professional Private Guide Licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tips
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
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Banaras GhatsGhats in Varanasi are riverfront steps leading to the banks of the River Ganges
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Ganges RiverGhats in Varanasi are riverfront steps leading to the banks of the River Ganges
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi (pass by)
- The creamation Ground of Lord Shiva (pass by)
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Dasaswamedh GhatMain Ghat
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SarnathSarnath: Sarnath in Varanasi, is the place where Buddha chose to deliver his first sermon. It makes Sarnath one of the most venerated Buddhist places. There are many Buddhist monuments and edifices at Sarnath. Some of the important Buddhist monuments at Sarnath are the Dhamekha stupa, the Dharmarajika stupa & the Chaukhandi stupa and monasteries and temples of different schools of Buddhism from Japan, China, Thailand, Burma and others. The Indian Buddhist society called Mahabodhi Society maintains a park around the Buddha temple. The Mahabodhi Temple within the park has a tooth relic of the Buddha. There is also a vast expanse of ancient ruins at Sarnath. Several Buddhist structures were raised at Sarnath between the 3rd century BC and the 11th century AD, and today it presents the most precious ruins amongst places on the Buddhist trail. The Lion Capital of Ashoka pillar at Sarnath is the National emblem of India, which is displayed in the archaeological museum in Sarnath.
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Ashoka PillarThe pillars of Ashoka are a series of columns dispersed throughout the Indian subcontinent, erected or at least inscribed with edicts by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka during his reign in the 3rd century BCE
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Dhamek StupaDhamek Stupa Sarnath marks the spot where the Buddha preached his first message. Built by the great Mauryan king Ashoka in he 3rd century BCE
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Ganga AartiAarti is a Hindu ritual, in which light is offered to one or more deities. Aartis also refer to the songs sung in praise of the deity, when offering of lamps is being offered.
- The Chaukhandi Stupa is regarded as one of the most divine and important monuments of the Buddhist culture (pass by)
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Insight Varanasi: One Day Tour with Sarnath, Boat Ride & Aarti
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
$118
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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