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Banaras (Varanasi) Tour

4.9(24)Varanasi1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.9(24)

Description

This meticulously crafted tour offers a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and culture, making it ideal for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Varanasi’s heritage. From the tranquil morning boat ride to the vibrant Ganga Aarti, every moment is designed to leave you with lasting memories. Book now to embark on a soulful journey through one of the world’s oldest living cities! Morning Ganges Tour Experience the spiritual essence of Varanasi with an early morning boat ride on the sacred Ganges. Sarnath Tour Visit Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon 2,500 years ago. Varanasi City Sightseeing Discover Varanasi’s cultural richness with visits to Banaras Hindu University, Sankat Mochan Temple, Durga Mata Temple, and the unique Bharat Mata Temple Evening Ganga Aarti Conclude with the divine Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Witness priests performing synchronized prayers with lamps, incense, and chants

Tour Options

Language Guide
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

180 min

Ghats of Varanasi Boat Ride Sarnath Tour

Admission included20 min

Durga Mandir, also known as Durga Kund Mandir and Durga Temple, is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the Maa Durga. Durga Mandir was constructed in 18th century by Rani Bhabani of Natore

Admission included120 min

Sarnath Half Day Excursion is to explore the Buddhism and the teaching of Buddha at the very place where Budhha unlocked the knot of suffering.

Pass by

The university's main campus, spread over 1,370 acres (5.5 km2), was built on land donated by the Kashi Naresh Prabhu Narayan Singh, the hereditary ruler of Banaras ("Kashi" being an alternative name for Banaras or Varanasi.) BHU is organized into six institutes, 14 faculties (streams) and about 140 departments. As of 2020, the total student enrollment at the university is 30,698 coming from 48 countries. It has over 65 hostels for resident students. Several of its faculties and institutes include Arts, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management Studies, Science, Performing Arts, Law, Agricultural Science, Medical Science, and Environment and Sustainable Development along with departments of Linguistics, Journalism & Mass Communication, among others. The university's engineering institute was designated as an Indian Institute of Technology in June 2012, and henceforth is Indian Institute of Technology (BHU).

Admission not included30 min

Shri Vishwanath Mandir also known as Vishwanath Mandir, Vishwanath Temple, New Vishwanath Temple and Birla Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples and biggest tourist attractions in the holy city of Varanasi. The temple is situated in Banaras Hindu University and is dedicated to the Lord Shiva.

Admission included30 min

Bharat Mata Mandir is located on the Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith campus in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Instead of traditional statues of gods and goddesses, this temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble.

Admission included90 min

Ritual prayer ceremonies honoring the Ganges River are held at a Hindu temple on the river.

Highlights

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Coffee and/or Tea
Transport by private vehicle
Boat Ride at River Ganges (Twice: Morning and Evening)

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Coffee and/or Tea
Transport by private vehicle
Boat Ride at River Ganges (Twice: Morning and Evening)
Not included
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

We will inform pickup timings a day before

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 1 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide will be subject to availability with Supplement charges.
  • A minimum of 02 people per booking is required. If the Guest is Solo Traveller booking can be arranged on Supplement Cost.

Reviews(24)

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Go16796156027
April 26, 2026
Fantastic experience! The tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the trip smooth and enjoyable. Highly recomme

I had an amazing experience with our tour guide! From start to finish, everything was well-organized and smooth. They were extremely knowledgeable, sharing interesting facts and stories that made each place come alive. What really stood out was their friendly and patient attitude—they made sure everyone felt comfortable and included. The tour was perfectly paced, giving us enough time to explore without feeling rushed. They also gave great recommendations for food and local spots, which made the whole trip even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a memorable experience, and I would highly recommend this tour guide to anyone looking for a fun, informative, and stress-free journey!

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vimal12015
April 26, 2026
Nice trip

Nice tour guide with flexible hours

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SreenitaG
November 11, 2025
We go back with a lot of beautiful memories. Stay was comfortable.. and we will say....aao toh banaras tab janoge bana

Every thing was well planned and taken care of. We enjoyed the stay and the staff was very cordial. We stayed in banaras for 3 days. The hotel Vikram palace was also very comfortable.

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Happiness35684365895
October 16, 2025
Friendly and effective

Very enriching experience with Vishal, not only by the places we visited but also by the discussions we had. It was great to have a local's point of view on so many topics.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enriching experience with Vishal. Your appreciation means a lot to us. Warm regards, S. Parikh

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Go29254052403
October 16, 2025
Knowlegeable guide with good english!

Vishal was a very attentive guide, whobprovided lots of information and history facts about Varanasi. We also engaged in some philosophical discussions! I would recommend taking this tour a lot.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enriching experience with Vishal. Your appreciation means a lot to us. With Warm Regards, S. Parikh

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Traveler01009077518
April 30, 2025
Excellent service

We recently returned from a wonderful trip to Varanasi with Banaras Tour. The arrangement were smooth and efficient making our journey comfartable. Everything is well organised from accommodation & transportation. The staff were helpful throughout the tour. We highly recommend Banaras Tour for anyone planning a similar trip. Thank you Banaras Tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review!

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Sightseer54507111137
March 21, 2025
Best Travel agency in Varanasi

We had a wonderful experience with Banaras tour. Everything from the initial booking to the Seamless airport transfers and comfartable hotel was perfect. We highly recommended Banaras Tour.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic trip to Varanasi with BANARAS TOUR. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the well-planned itinerary, comfortable accommodations, and the guidance of our knowledgeable and friendly team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to planning another memorable journey for you in the future!

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Vacation37138071982
March 21, 2025
Fantastic tour

Our recent trip to Varanasi organised by BANARAS TOUR was absolutely fantastic the itinerary was well planned the accommodations were comfortable and the guide was knowledgeable and friendly. we highly recommend them.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic trip to Varanasi with BANARAS TOUR. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the well-planned itinerary, comfortable accommodations, and the guidance of our knowledgeable and friendly team. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to planning another memorable journey for you in the future!

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antoniorY8779XZ
February 26, 2025
Excellent

Vishal, A great guide. Wonderful knowledge about his culture and religion. An indispensable and precious help. António Alves

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Vishal provided you with such a memorable and insightful experience. Your kind words truly motivate us to continue delivering exceptional experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enriching journey!

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650simim
January 24, 2025
Varanasi trip.

Thank you so much for this fantastic tours in Varanasi. Vishal is the best guide. I had great time. Please visit to varanasi and you can take your tour from here.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had a fantastic tour in Varanasi and that Vishal made your experience truly special. Our team takes great pride in providing memorable and insightful journeys, and it’s always rewarding to know that our guests had a great time. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re thrilled that you enjoyed exploring the spiritual and cultural richness of Varanasi. We look forward to welcoming you back for another incredible adventure soon!

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