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Great experience
August 06, 2023
It was a great experience. We felt really comfortable and safe with the guide Hemant. We totally recomend.
3-hour Varanasi Sunrise Boat Tour with Heritage Walk
About this activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Duration
3 Hours
Live tour guide
English
Overview
Experience the Culture & traditions of Hindu’s alongside the river Ganges in Varanasi. Witness the rituals performed by Hindus during the Sunrise. Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century and draws pilgrims who bathe from around the world to take sacred bath in River Ganges.
Highlights
- Varanasi: One of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities.
- Sacred city for Hindus, rich in culture, mythology, and heritage.
- Located on the banks of the holy Ganges with numerous ghats and temples.
- An early-morning boat ride on the Ganges to witness rituals and city life.
- The tour includes a visit to Manikarnikaghat, a Hindu cremation site.
Description
Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and a sacred place for Hindus, truly embodies culture, mythology, and heritage, offering a genuine glimpse into India. Situated on the banks of the holy Ganges, Varanasi is renowned for its numerous ghats—stone steps where pilgrims perform rituals—and its many temples, making it an ideal destination to experience India’s essence.
Begin your early-morning tour by exploring this ancient city at dawn. Enjoy a boat ride along the Ganges, passing by vibrant ghats where people engage in various rituals. One notable ghat is Manikarnikaghat, a site for Hindu cremations, where you can witness a funeral pyre.
Your tour starts with a hotel pickup by your guide at 5:00 AM in the summer or 6:00 AM in the winter. Upon reaching the ghat, embark on a memorable boat ride on the Ganges, watching the city awaken with the sunrise. After the boat ride, stroll through the oldest parts of Varanasi, immersing yourself in the rich culture and heritage of this mystical city. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel.
Inclusions
- English-speaking local guide
- Pick-up & drop off in tuk-tuk
- Approx. 40 minutes small boat ride over the Ganges
Exclusions
- Any Meals or drinks
- Tips/Gratuities
Departure details
- We pick up all travelers
- Pick-up and drop-off services are available from all locations in Varanasi. Details regarding your guide will be provided one day before the activity starts.
Know before you go
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- The boat ride is subject to favorable weather conditions
- If the ride is canceled due to poor weather conditions, you will be provided with an option of an alternate date or a full refund.
What Our Travelers Are Saying on TripAdvisor
10 Reviews
ottimo
May 03, 2019
ottimo tutto ma soprattutto le due guide.
Excellent tour
April 11, 2019
A very fine sunrise boat tour and excellent guiding by 5-star guide Kasif, by car, boat and walk at the Ghats (riverfronts). Kasif told us everything of interest and made the trip memorable. Highly recommended!
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