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Omvity’s Full-Day Varanasi Tour: Sunrise Boat to Sunset Aarti 20% OFF
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
$64.46
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Overview
Omvity's Full-Day Varanasi Tour offers a unique blend of spirituality and culture in one of India's oldest cities. This private tour provides personal attention and comfort while showcasing the essence of Varanasi from sunrise to sunset.
- 🌅 Start your day with a serene sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River, witnessing ancient rituals and the vibrant spiritual life of Varanasi.
- 🏙️ Enjoy a guided walk through the old city's narrow lanes, discovering hidden temples, local stalls, and sampling delicious street food.
- 📜 Visit the Tulsi Manas Mandir, where the famous Ramcharitmanas was composed, surrounded by scripture-inscribed walls that enhance its spiritual ambiance.
- 🐒 Experience the Durga Mata Mandir, known for its striking red facade and holy pond, a vibrant center dedicated to Goddess Durga.
- 🙏 Explore the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, where devotees seek blessings, complemented by the presence of playful monkeys.
- 🌳 Drive through the expansive Banaras Hindu University campus and visit the New Vishwanath Temple, a peaceful marble replica of the original Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
- 🏞️ After a lunch break, travel to Sarnath, the site of Buddha's first sermon, and explore significant landmarks like the Dhamek Stupa and ancient ruins.
- 🦁 Marvel at the Ashokan Pillar with the Lion Capital and intricate sculptures representing Buddhist symbolism and Mauryan artistry.
- 🔥 Witness the Ganga Aarti ceremony from premium seating, enjoying clear views of this powerful spiritual ritual performed by priests with chants and music.
- 🚗 Benefit from private air-conditioned transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, and the expertise of an English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
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Omvity’s Full-Day Varanasi Tour: Sunrise Boat to Sunset Aarti
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 12 hours
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the day
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Varanasi city
- Visit to spiritual and cultural landmarks (temples, BHU, Sarnath, etc.)
- Bottled water and light refreshments
- English-speaking professional guide
- Guided sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River
- Entry tickets to Sarnath Museum and Stupa (if applicable)
- Premium seating at Ganga Aarti ceremony
- Entry to any optional paid attractions not mentioned in the inclusions
- Tips and personal expenses
- Meals (breakfast, lunch — can be arranged at extra cost if requested)
Meeting point
Please arrive inside reception at Hotel Shree Ganesha Palace at Girjaghar Crossing. Our Omvity guide will meet you at the main entrance.. Look for someone holding a small Omvity signboard. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Return details
Please arrive inside reception at Hotel Shree Ganesha Palace at Girjaghar Crossing. Our Omvity guide will meet you at the main entrance.. Look for someone holding a small Omvity signboard. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
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Banaras GhatsStart your day with a peaceful sunrise boat ride on the sacred Ganges River. We'll pick you up from your hotel at 5:00 AM in summer / 6:00 AM in winter, setting the tone for a truly spiritual journey. As the boat gently glides along the river, you'll witness ancient rituals — locals offering water to the rising sun and devotees taking holy dips. It's a scene of living tradition that defines the spiritual energy of Varanasi. After the boat ride, take a guided walk through the narrow lanes of the old city. This mystical and heritage-rich area comes alive with vibrant local life. Discover hidden temples, stop by stalls selling sacred perfumes, Ayurvedic oils, and handmade artifacts. Sample local street food and explore colorful markets including Godowlia — one of the city's oldest and most iconic. This part of the tour offers a unique blend of cultural insight, sacred rituals, and authentic Varanasi charm — a truly unforgettable start to your spiritual day.
- Then, take a guided walk through the old city’s winding alleys, where you'll glimpse one of the most revered Hindu shrines and experience the spiritual rhythm of everyday life. (pass by)
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VaranasiBreakfast Break for 1 Hr
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Banaras Hindu UniversityExplore the sacred southern side of Varanasi with guided visits to some of its most revered temples and landmarks. Begin at Tulsi Manas Mandir, where the epic Ramcharitmanas was composed. The peaceful setting and scripture-inscribed walls make it a spiritual highlight. Visit Durga Mata Mandir, famous for its red facade and holy pond. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, it’s a vibrant center of Shakti worship. Continue to Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, also known as the Monkey Temple, where devotees seek protection and blessings. Its calm energy and playful monkeys offer a unique charm. Drive through the green campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), one of India’s leading institutions. Here, visit the New Vishwanath Temple, a marble replica of the original Kashi Vishwanath Temple, ideal for peaceful reflection. This part of the tour offers a rich blend of devotion, heritage, and cultural insight into Varanasi’s spiritual fabric.
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VaranasiLunch Break 1 Hr
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SarnathAfter lunch, your journey continues to Sarnath, located just 13 km from Varanasi. This is the sacred site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon to five disciples after attaining enlightenment, marking the beginning of the Buddhist Sangha. Today, Sarnath is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in the world, drawing spiritual seekers and history lovers alike. Explore remarkable landmarks such as the Dhamek Stupa, which stands at the exact spot of Buddha’s sermon, and the ruins of ancient monasteries and temples built by Emperor Ashoka to spread Buddhism. You'll also see the Ashokan Pillar with the Lion Capital, India’s national emblem, and intricately carved sculptures of animals and birds that represent Buddhist symbolism and Mauryan artistry. This portion of the tour provides a peaceful contrast to Varanasi’s intensity, offering insights into the birthplace of Buddhism’s teachings and the serenity of its message.
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Ganga AartiEnjoy the Ganga Aarti ceremony from a reserved riverside seat, offering clear views and comfort as you witness one of India’s most powerful spiritual rituals. Performed by priests with flaming lamps, chants, and music, this synchronized ceremony honors the sacred Ganges River. From your chair, soak in the sights and sounds as lights reflect off the water and ancient mantras fill the air — a truly unforgettable experience. After the ceremony, you'll be dropped back at your hotel with lasting memories of Varanasi.
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Omvity’s Full-Day Varanasi Tour: Sunrise Boat to Sunset Aarti 20% OFF
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
$64.46
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!