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A walk of Banaras (Varanasi)
Join us as we walk through the bylanes of Varanasi, one of the oldest and holiest cities in the world. Travel through its popular ghat areas along the Ganges River, walk through the narrow streets, and see numerous sacred temples and important buildings. Also, learn about the local customs and traditions, ending your tour with blissful Ganga Aarti that will make your time here memorable, enriching and worthwhile
Meeting Point
Hotel Ganges Grand Godwalia Varanasi
Hotel Ganges Grand Godwalia Varanasi
Walk through the streets of Benares and explore local attractions such as the Old market, Flower market and Spice market as you taste the local food of the area such as Samosa, Lassi etc and feel the experience Which has not felt anywhere in the world.
Harishchandra Ghat
Harish Chandra Ghat is one of the oldest Ghats of Varanasi. Harish Chandra Ghat is name after a mythological King Harish Chandra, who once worked at the cremation ground here for the perseverance of truth and charity. It is believed that the Gods rewarded him for his resolve, charity and truthfulness and restored his lost throne and his dead son to him.
Kedar Ghat
Kashi is divided into three major Devotion circles – Kedar Khand, Kashi Khand, and Omkareshwar Khand. Each Khand has its own primal deity- Kedareshwar, Vishweshwar and Omkareshwar respectively.
The Kedar Ghat houses the Gauri Kedareshwar Temple & Gauri Kund.
The ghat is a major attraction among south Indian devotees as it is associated with Kumaraswamy Mutt. You may notice many South Indians taking a dip in the holy Ganges near this ghat. It is neighboured by Vijiyanagaram Ghat, built together in the 18th Century by King Vijayanagar. It was rebuilt in the mid-20th century by the Uttar Pradesh Government. The Maharaja of Vijayanagar is said to have developed it and in 1958, the state government made it a pucca ghat.
Nandey Tea and Coffee Shop
Nandey tea shop is very famous in Bangali Tola area , there we can have of different kind of tea like Masala Tea,Honey lemon ginger tea, Black Tea etc.
Manikarnika Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most famous, sacred and oldest ghat in the Varanasi, Manikarnika is the main burning ghat and one of most auspicious places that a Hindu can be cremated. Bodies are bring to the ghat at the bamboo stretcher covered in the red cloth which handled by the doms.
Evening ceremony (Ganga Aarti)
Ganga Aarti is an auspicious ritual held on a grand scale in the evening on Dashaswamedh Ghat along the banks of the holy river Ganges.
The priests perform the Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. The entire Ghat gets illuminated with a divine light that can be felt strongly. The magnificent ritual involves huge brass lamps lit with oil and the priests chant the holy mantras that reverberate in the entire location.
End of the tour
We end up tour at Hotel Ganges Grand Godwalia Varanasi.
Ending Point
Hotel Ganges Grand Godwalia Varanasi
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Tea
Water bottle
Rowing boat
Transportation
Lunch
Dinner
Entrance fee
Any other person expenses.
Tour Important Information
1. According to the weather wear clothes.
2. Wear shoes that will comfortable to walk.
3. First ask to people while you're talking photo.
4. Near cremation places photography is strictly prohibited.
5. Carry spray for mosquito.
6. Extra person changes 25$
Important message from the guide
I can guide you in (Bodhgaya, Allahabad, Rajgir, Nalanda, Patna, vaishali, Kushinagar, Lumbini) if you pay me transportation and accommodation fee.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Varanasi Tour Reviews
“Varanasi Trip - Feb 2024”
We had engaged Chandan as our tour guide in Varanasi and that was one of the best parts of our trip. Chandan is very Knowledgeable about the city of Varanasi and has good knowledge of the topography and that was very helpful to navigate the crowded city quickly. He is fluent in English and the local language, and helped us easily navigate the logistics of visiting different sites. He helped us plan the trip around Varanasi and maximize the use of time taking into consideration needs of senior members of our group. He is very knowledgeable about the culture , history and religious customs. He was very professional and accommodative. He is a fun and engaging guide. We especially loved the beautiful morning and evening Ganga aartis and the spectacular sunrise boat tour. He also helped us safely enjoy delicious street food and chai. We strongly recommend Chandan if you plan to visit Varanasi.
