Tours/Varanasi/History, Mysticism & Religions of Kashi (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
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History, Mysticism & Religions of Kashi (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour by Car)

5.0(2)Varanasi1 hour
TRIPADVISOR5.0(2)

Description

Varanasi has a different experience to offer; gentle waters of the Ganges, ancient ghats, narrow serpentine alleys of city, the myriad temple spires, ashrams and devotional hymn—all offer a kind of mystifying experience that is unique to the city of Shiva. We have picked up all the spilled pieces of history & mysticism together & hand crafted this tour, an unmatched experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, diverse architectural style, tradition and religious legacy. 1. Experience the history that represent from where they stand with our English speaking guide on this sightseeing tour by car. 2. Eyewitness the mystic Ganga Aarti and watch the setting of the sun at the horizon and mesmerize with the stunning beauty of colorful old buildings and ashrams. 3. Enjoy evening walk around Manikarnika Ghat viewing city's most wonderful scenes with great conversation to understand the importance of Kashi and various faiths. 4. Local Food Tasting (Complimentary)

Tour Options

SUV Car
  • Premium Duration: 8 hours Snacks Premium SUV Pickup included
Sedan Car
  • Budget Duration: 8 hours Snacks Sedan Car Pickup included

Itinerary

120 min

Varanasi has a different experience to offer; gentle waters of the Ganges, ancient ghats, narrow serpentine alleys of city, the myriad temple spires, ashrams and devotional hymn—all offer a kind of mystifying experience that is unique to the city of Shiva.

Admission not included60 min

Explore this majestic palace which is a combination of architectural excellence and astronomical brilliance constructed by the King of Banaras in the year 1750 AD.

60 min

Most of the Varanasi ghats are more than 300 years old and there nearly 88 ghats. Most Popular and oldest ghats of all these are the Dashashwamedh, Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghat.

30 min

Explore the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, which is renowned for its rich collection of Indian paintings date back to between 11th century and 20th century.

Admission not included60 min

Visit the holiest of Shiva temples where main deity is known by the name Vishwanatha meaning the Ruler of the universe. Explore the other small temples in the complex as well as a small well known wisdom well

30 min

Visit the the furthest south of the main ghat and Shri Durga Temple

Pass by

Visit the oldest ghat in Varanasi situated near the Vishwanath temple and is famous for its evening aarti.

Pass by

Visit the Burning Ghat where dead bodies are burnt here regularly. It is holiest among the sacred riverfronts, alongside the river Ganga, known for if a dead human cremated, the soul finds salvation/Moksha

Admission included60 min

Eyewitness the mystic Ganga Aarti; one of the five rituals performed for the worship of sacred river Ganga. njoy evening boat ride around Manikarnika Ghat viewing city's most wonderful scenes with great conversation to understand the importance of Kashi and faith in the God

Highlights

All Fees and Taxes
Snacks
Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
All Fees and Taxes
Snacks
Highly trained and friendly Storyteller/ Guide who can speak English & Hindi
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Airport or outside city limit pickup and drop
Lunch
Bottled water

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(2)

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327katir
December 28, 2019
Amazing Varanasi Tour with Jain

First time India, first time Varanasi, solo female traveller - I was completely lost and even frightened in this town. But then my guide came, Jain, and he helped me feel comfortable at once, answered all my questions, explained the backgrounds of everything, selected really meaningful sights, sensed my wishes and invited me to his friends' house, where I had a most warm welcome. The communication was also very good: he called me the night before and picked my up from my hard-to-reach hostel in the morning. Unlike other tours I wasn't driven to a bazaar to buy shawls or sareehs, but instead - because I was curious about it - showed me the place where Indians exercise sports and explained the spiritual background to it. It was so amazing! He was so flexible, knowledgeable and attentive. As far as I get, he doesn't do tours very often anymore, but if you get the opportunity, book with Jain.

Operator response

Thank you very much for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you on our tour, hope to see you again in next city.

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hannahfoods
November 3, 2019
Great Tour by Abhi

Abhi was really professional and showed us many beautiful places in Varanasi. Answered all our questions in detail and enjoyed the tour immensely! Thank yooou! Definitely recommend to cover a lot with a guide!

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Operator response

Thank you very much for the wonderful review, it was a pleasure having you on our tour, hope to see you again in next city.

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