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Viator · Private tour

Varanasi: Private Fully-Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride

4.3(117)Varanasi1 hour
VIATOR5.0(5)TRIPADVISOR4.3(112)

Description

Early morning we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat and come back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, see the “Temple Tour” most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan , Manas Mandir, and BHU. At noon we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, the Chaukhandi stupa, and the archaeological museum, return to the hotel. Evening, get ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken to the River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats. Enjoy the Ganga Aarti from top After all you can retire for the night.

Tour Options

All Inclusive Varanasi Tour
  • This Tour Includes:: Car with driver + Tour Guide. Entrance Ticket and Lunch . This tour starts and Varanasi Boat Ride included morning & Evening. Pickup included
Transport,Guide With Boat Ride
  • included :-: This Tour Includes Transport, Guides & Boat Ride Only Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included120 min

Early Morning pick_up from your hotel at 05 Am and start your day with sun rise boat ride. Boat ride on the Ganges river for sunrise from the main Ghats as called Dashaswamedh Ghat to Harishchandra ghat then down to manikarnika ghat. boat ride start when the sun is about to comes up the skyline this is the main attraction of Varanasi. before that will see other activity at Ghat. Very lively atmosphere makes it one of the best places to visit in India. very admirable and unforgettable along the Ganges river. A boat ride on the River sounds lovely! It can be a peaceful and refreshing way to start the day. As for other activities and rituals. You might consider enjoying a picnic by the riverside, meditating or participating in some yoga or stretching exercises. You could also explore local tradition or customs to make your morning even more enriching and meaningful. Just remember to appreciate the beauty of nature and take in the peacefulness of the River.

Admission not included120 min

Kashi Vishvanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva temples.

60 min

Stop for breakfast (own expense), then head to Banaras Hindu University at 10am. Established in 1916, BHU is the largest university campus in Asia

Admission not included60 min

Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna

Admission included60 min

The Ashoka Pillars in India are structures erected by the Mauryan King Ashoka between  268 to 232 BC across the Indian subcontinent. They are a representation of his dynamic rule and conquests across India. While most of the pillars have either withered away or destroyed by his future rulers, 20 pillars still stand tall in India. The pillars are the earliest known stone scriptures in India and demonstrate the culture of the advanced Mauryan civilization

Admission not included60 min

Dhamek Stupa is one of the most important sights in Sarnath and its mostly due to its antiquity and significance of being the exact spot of Buddha’s first sermon. It was here that he revealed the eightfold path leading to nirvana. The stupa is composed of a cylindrical tower that rises around 43m and the diameter of the monument is a formidable 28m. The arched niches halfway on the monument may have once held statues of the Buddha. There are lovely elaborate carvings halfway on the monument on some sides.

Admission included60 min

Later just before sunset, you are going to get the most memorable moment of your life, because you will be taken to the River Ganges and embark to witness the Ganga aarti ceremony with Boat Ride (if option) a grand event that starts at 7.00 pm and you experience a great rapture during this process at Dasashwamedh Ghat. Aarti, written as Aarti, is a Hindu ritual performed by a group of young clergymen well garbed in silk saffron and white robes holding lamps which are waves in a synced motion with the sound of bells drums cymbals, and chanting some Sanskrit mantras takes up a specific spot in the Ghat and start the rituals by offering flowers to the river Ganga and light is offered to one or more deities. In India, Hindus worship the Ganges River as a goddess. . After this, you will return back to the hotel, and services will end here. The tour ends with pleasant memories of the trip. We will drop you at the hotel.

Highlights

Entry Tickets Of Monuments (if option selected)
Live Tour Guide
Private AC Car For Entire Tour Activity
Potential boat ride experience
Spl Thali Lunch (if option selected)
Water Bottle & Cookies

What's included

Included
Entry Tickets Of Monuments (if option selected)
Live Tour Guide
Private AC Car For Entire Tour Activity
Potential boat ride experience
Spl Thali Lunch (if option selected)
Water Bottle & Cookies
Not included
Tip/Gratuities To Guide & Driver (optional)

Pickup Locations & Times

We can arrange pick up location as per our guest request or from Hotel Or airport or travelers Desired Location.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(117)

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620kvs
June 17, 2026
Great Varanasi tour with family

Suraj has been a great guide with deep knowledge of Varanasi and knows a lot of creative ways to get to our destinations with expert advise and local information .. I recommend him strongly

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Miguel_T
May 13, 2026
It was a great tour...

It was a great tour really nice! You can se somethings about Varanasi and stay cool! Great tour! Realy great.

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NorthStar43939566162
May 11, 2026
Beautiful intro to Varanasi

Great tour, particularly enjoyed the sunrise boat ride and view of all the ghats

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hiroyukio2026
April 30, 2026
Varanasi is such a wonderful city.

The guide, deep, is very kind and fun to guide. He also told me about a delicious restaurant! Thank you very much.

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Abdullah
March 24, 2026
A wonderful trip with the guide...

A wonderful trip with the tour guide, who explained all the tourist attractions in the city in a great way and was also cooperative in all aspects.

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Basarizkan
March 6, 2026
Amazing Varanasi experience with Vishal – beyond a tour!

I had an excellent full-day experience in Varanasi with my guide Vishal from Azaan Travels. He did an amazing job explaining the history, culture, and spiritual atmosphere of the city. His knowledge and friendly personality made the whole day very enjoyable. One of the highlights was riding through the old streets of Varanasi on his scooter, which was such a fun and authentic way to experience the city’s narrow lanes and vibrant local life. It felt like seeing the real Varanasi rather than just the tourist spots. What made the experience truly special was that Vishal kindly invited me to his parents’ home for lunch. His parents were incredibly humble and welcoming, and they prepared a fantastic homemade meal with delicious traditional dishes and sweets. It was a very warm and memorable cultural experience that I will never forget. The boat ride on the Ganges River was also beautiful and peaceful, offering a wonderful view of the famous ghats and the unique atmosphere of the city from the water. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience and I highly recommend this tour and especially Vishal as a guide if you want a genuine and memorable visit to Varanasi.

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sabrinabS994OW
February 28, 2026
Discovering Varanasi

We had an incredible day! We enjoyed every stop of the tour. Vishal has been an amazing tour guide, having always an answer for all our questions and making sure we were enjoying our time. We highly recommend this tour, you will learn a lot of things and have an incredible experience.

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natalie g
February 24, 2026
Not to be missed in Varanasi !

It was a fantastic tour : the guide was very organized and very knowledgeable as well as friendly and had a great sense of humor . I learned so much not only about the history of Varanasi but also at Sarnath the life story of Buddha . Tonight we will attend the Aarti , but the early morning boat ride on the Ganges is not to be missed . I have been to Varanasi many times but never have I learned so much and had such an enjoyable tour . I highly recommend

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Traveler22256143434
February 21, 2026
What a wonderful time!

I really enjoyed this tour. My guide was gentle and explained to me clearly during this tour. I strongly recommend what I experienced this time.

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Global46942467994
February 19, 2026
Fantastic.

A wonderful experience. Punctuality and great availability Perfect Italian language. Highly recommended. To return.

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