For over 12 years, I have worked with world-famous photographers and documentary makers arranging their experiences to provide amazing images around India, with a specialty in the complex, chaotic and exceedingly magical City of Lights, Varanasi - the holiest city of India.
Over this time, I have found that the mobile phone camera provides remarkable accessibility to the people on a more instant, comfortable, and humane level. Together, we will find out how to take photos of the holy men, everyday lives of workers, markets, industry, street scenes and the citizens of this incredible and diverse culture. I enjoy sharing my knowledge with those who are interested in learning to create beautiful images, whether you are a professional photographer, or a camera enthusiast or hobbyist.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 18–64)
$400
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Mobile Photography Street Experience
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Street tour with instruction about creating spectacular images with mobile phone
Not included
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Pickup Locations & Times
We can meet at agreed upon location to start the workshop.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mobile Photography Street Experience take?
Mobile Photography Street Experience lasts about 8 hours.
How much does Mobile Photography Street Experience cost?
Prices start at $400 per person for this Varanasi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Mobile Photography Street Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Mobile Photography Street Experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We can meet at agreed upon location to start the workshop. Pickup points include OYO 75149 Hotel Indra, OYO Hotel Shyamal.
What languages is Mobile Photography Street Experience offered in?
The experience is available in HI, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Mobile Photography Street Experience worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 verified reviews; it is run by Manoj, Photography Fixer and Guide.
Reviews(8)
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Stay62292476332
July 30, 2025
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Operator response
Thank you for your review! It seems like your message may have been intended as a general comment about mobile phones rather than the workshop experience. If you did attend my Mobile Photography Workshop, I’d love to hear your thoughts on the session—your feedback means a lot and helps me improve! Feel free to update your review or message me directly.
Warm regards,
Manoj
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Eileen_L
March 19, 2023
Fabulous photo tour. I learned a lot and got some great photos.
Photographing the streets of Varanasi. There is so much to see. And walking on and photographing the ghats. We also took a boat ride, which was really nice.
Operator response
Thank you so much to giving me this chance to make one of the beautiful time and photography I hope you will be work together in the future whenever you will be return in India
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Valerie B
March 11, 2023
Great way to see Varanasi, through a photographer’s eye
Manoj has an amazing eye and he made it seem so easy to approach people and ask if they would let us photograph them.
I gained confidence in asking people, even without a common language, if I could take their picture. And to just smile and say thank you if they didn’t want me too.
He took us to the car parts market which he gathered we’d love by our conversations with him.
I appreciated that he took us where we wanted to go as well as places he knew.
Exhausting day but very fruitful and fun.
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charalambosv779
May 22, 2022
Photographic expedition in Varanasi
Manoj is the guide and fixer you need in Varanasi. He leads you to places and people you cannot imagine and helps you discover your photographic limits! Thank you Manoj!
Operator response
It was great time. I hope i will be your photography Fixer and Guide again whenever you will be any cities in India. Thank you so much!!
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Irene D
February 22, 2020
Most highly recommended! *****
I’ve just spent a wonderful afternoon in the company of Manoj Fixer and Photographer here in Varanasi.
I’m a keen amateur photographer with everything to learn about using my mobile phone - currently iPhone 8+.
So, I booked with Manoj as he promised locations and characters that I’d never encounter on my own. It’s so easy to get lost in the lanes! I was not disappointed.
From the outset he corrected my grip and we explored the capabilities of this camera phone. He had to keep checking my “bad”habits but that’s exactly the sort of tuition I needed!
Mostly we shot portraits, in portrait mode to obtain a shallow depth of field. His well chosen backgrounds and light ensured that the subjects stood out / or with some he illustrated how to frame the subject to include her/his environment. Good tips and guidance regarding composition, eg moving around your subject.
Throughout the session I learned how to approach people from Manoj ‘s example. I learned also how to direct my subjects.
There were several highlights , including the two hour boat ride with a Sadu which was so much fun as well as producing some super images.
Manoj is a charming young man, courteous, warm and happy to share his feelings and experiences.
His years of expertise as a fixer were clearly evident too.
Very professional from the moment I booked and I really appreciated his personal contacts via what’s app before we met up. He delivered all that was promised and “delivered” me safely back to my hotel in the evening.
I would have loved to have spent another day with Manoj!
Highly recommended!*****
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Imitating
December 19, 2019
Touring in Varanasi
We had a great time with Manoj who took amazing photos in the streets of Varanasi. He showed us places that tourists don’t usually see. Highly recommend him.
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shygirlinthecity
December 16, 2019
Like Traveling with a Trusted Friend - Memories for a Lifetime!
I was on a 5-day, one-on-one private tour with Manoj in Aug 2019. I immediately felt like I was traveling with a friend. Not only was he punctual, reliable, energetic and conversational with the local people - he was also very patient, light-hearted, and accommodating. He was very compassionate toward my needs throughout the five days to make the often chaotic and very HOT August days as comfortable as possible! This was my third trip to Varanasi & every day was full of beautiful NEW experiences & sites/sights I had not seen before.
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cathyfarrar
December 15, 2019
Street photography in a cultural treasure city
I signed up for 5 days of mobile phone street photography workshop. Without being pedantic, Manoj brought me to several backstreets of Varanasi India where there were many people doing laundry, construction work, selling vegetables and fruits,chatting, worshiping.. he showed me how to hold the camera, and common and obscure camera functions. We had fun, and ended up with outstanding photos. Manoj is intuitive, relates well to all cultures, and uses a mobile phone himself for street photography..
