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Tours/Varanasi/Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast

Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast

Varanasi2h 30min–3h
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
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Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast
Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast

At a glance

Duration
2h 30min–3h
Price from
$23 / person
Location
Varanasi, India
Languages
DE, TH, KO, CMN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
IML Travel
Meeting point
The guest are advised to wait at the main entrance of the Kashi Viswanath Temple Street, located right on the main road. IML Travel representative will be holding a placard in the name of the guest for easy identification.

Description

This tour is one of its kind where tourist get to indulge in the local beauty of the Indian culture. The best part of the tour is the morning boat cruise, which gives you an overwhelming feeling of a connection that you make with this divine place. There is lot of positive energy in every bit of the breeze flowing around. Here you can experience the whole life cycle of an Indian Man. From the rituals performed after the birth of the a Child to day to day activity of a common man, till the rituals performed after the death of a Hindu person can be experienced at different Ghats, with each ghats having its own significance. • Money-back Guarantee. • 100% Guest Satisfaction Assured. • Includes All Entrance Tickets. • Rush free and Comfortable Tour Itinerary. • All tour carried out by Government Approved Guide with In-depth knowledge of History. • Traditional Indian Souvenir at Departure.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
5:00 AM
Next available
Sat, Oct 24
Adult (ages 12–85)
$23
Child (ages 3–11)
$12
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $48.

Larger groups pay less per person.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.

Tour Options

Morning Boat Ride

Luxury Vehicle: Small Sedan Car Upto 3 Pesons, 6 Seater Car for Upto 5 Persons, 12 Seater Coach for upto 10 Persons Pickup included

Itinerary

30 min

Godowlia is main street leading to the most important Ghat of Dashaswamedh situated at the river Ganges. Here you will find street market where you can buy sovenirs like Statues, Indian Cloth like Varanasi Silk, Perfumes, Ayurvedic Oil and try some local delicacies. You will also get to indulge will local people, Hindu monks and enjoy some fun moment watching Monkeys teasing pedestrians.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple
20 min

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The Temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva Temples. The main deity is known by the name Shri Vishwanath and also by the ancient name of deity Vishweshwara ( Vishveshvara literally means Ruler of the Universe. Varanasi city is also called Kashi in ancient time, and hence the Temple is popularly called as Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Etymology of the name Vishveshvara is Vishva: Universe, Isha: Lord; Vara: Excellent means Supreme Lord of the Universe the Parabrahman or Parameshwara as its synonyms. The street leading to the temple is quite interesting to one and all, "however entry to the main temple is restricted for Non Hindus."

45 min

Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. It is located close to Vishwanath Temple and is probably the most spectacular ghat. Two Hindu legends are associated with it: According to one, Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. According to another legend, Lord Brahma sacrificed ten horses during Dasa-Ashwamedha yajna performed here. A boat ride from this Ghat is a lifetime experience for one and all.

Manikarnika Ghat
Pass by

Manikarnika Ghat is one of the holiest cremation grounds among the sacred river fronts (ghats), alongside the river Ganga. In Hinduism, death is considered as a gateway to another life marked by the results of one's karma. It is believed that a dead human's soul attains moksha, and hence breaks the cycle of rebirth when cremated here. Thus, scores of the elderly across the whole country seek to walk up to its edges, and spend their last days absorbing the charisma of the ghat making death painless and insignificant to be pondered upon. Its believed that the fire from funeral has never stopped here since thousands of years of its origin. This Ghat is seen during the morning boat ride you may request your Boatman to make a Photostop, however it is not the standard part of the tour to stop.

What's included

Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Boat Ride
Local Guide
Not included
Use of bicycle
Restroom on board

Pickup Locations & Times

The Guests are requested to be ready at the hotel lobby area or the pickup point 15 minutes prior to pickup time. IML Travel Representative will get in touch with the guest to inform the exact pickup time. Since the pickup is dependent on the time of sunrise, however one can reach out to us on our helpline for any last minute assistance.

How it compares in Varanasi

  • Starting price $23 is 23% below the typical $30 for tours of similar length in Varanasi

Excurgo comparison of 483 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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 Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast take?

Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast lasts about 2h 30min–3h. The itinerary has 4 stops.

How much does Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast cost?

Prices start at $23 per person for this Varanasi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $48. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:00 AM.

How much does Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast cost for children?

Children aged 3–11 pay from $12, adults from $23. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast 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. The Guests are requested to be ready at the hotel lobby area or the pickup point 15 minutes prior to pickup time. IML Travel Representative will get in touch with the guest to inform the exact pickup time. Since the pickup is dependent on the time of sunrise, however one can reach out to us on our helpline for any last minute assistance. Pickup points include OYO 75149 Hotel Indra.

What languages is Varanasi Morning Boat Ride with Local Breakfast offered in?

The experience is available in DE, TH, KO, CMN, JA, EN, IT, FR, ES.

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.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

$23/ person
Duration2h 30min–3h
LanguagesDE, TH, KO
ConfirmationInstant
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