Varanasi Sightseeing Tour with Sarnath

5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Varanasi Sightseeing Tour with Sarnath, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Varanasi is located on the west bank of the river Ganga as it flows through the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. After attaining Nirvana, Buddha came to Varanasi in search of his five disciples. One of the oldest living cities of the world, Varanasi is held in high esteem by the Hindu devotees from all over. Once known as 'Kashi' and 'Banaras', the city of spiritual light - Varanasi lies on the banks of the holy river Ganga or the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh.

The eternal city, which is rich with its vibrant past, is believed to be the favorite place of the Hindu God Shiva, who is supposed to liberate the souls to receive moksha in the city of liberation or moksha - Varanasi.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: TOP TRAVEL AND TOURS PVT LTD.

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Boat ride at Ganges River
Included: Private Air Condition Vehicle.
Included: English Speaking Guide.
Included: Government Taxes.
Included: Shared Boat Ride on Holy River Ganges.
Included: 01 Mineral Water Bottle per person.

Not included

Not included: Tips and gratuities are optional, based on guest discretion and service satisfaction.
Not included: Entrance fee for the monuments is charged directly at the site

Itinerary

Ganges River

one hour Admission included

Varanasi Tour Pick up from the hotel in the early morning at 05:30 hrs to start your adventure on the amazing boat ride on the Ganges with mesmerizing views of the sunrise.

Ganges River

The Ganges River is most sacred in Hindu conventional. It is understood as the symbol of the Goddess Ganga. Hinduism holds that bathing in the river on certain occasions causes forgiveness of transgressions and benefit attain salvation.

After the boat ride, drop off at your hotel for a morning breakfast. Again, pick up from the hotel at 09:30 hrs. and drive to Sarnath. At Sarnath, visit Dhamekha Stupa, Sarnath Archaeological Museum, and Chaukhandi Stupa.
Dhamek Stupa

30 min Admission not included

Dhamek Stupa represents that place where the Buddha preached his first discourse to his first five disciples Sarnath. This park is said to be of great importance as Buddha gave his first sermon here after attaining enlightenment to his disciples, which revealed his “Eightfold Path.
Stop 3

30 min Admission not included

The Sarnath Archaeological Museum is most prominent for the four-headed lion that was once on the Chile of the Ashoka Pillar, from the 3rd century BC. This is where Gautama Buddha delivered the first major sermon to his first five disciples after gaining enlightenment.
Chaukhandi Stupa

30 min Admission not included

The religious importance of the stupa is attributed to its history and the relic of Buddha reuniting with his five companions in Sarnath.

Then drive back to Varanasi and have lunch at a good restaurant (optional) (1:00Pm to 2:00PM). After lunch, we will visit Banaras Hindu University, Tulsi Manas Temple, and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
Banaras Hindu University

30 min Admission not included

BHU is ranked among the best universities in India in the field of research. Today, the university is known for its state-of-the-art campus, environment, standard academic facilities, values and culture.
Tulsi Manas Temple

30 min Admission not included

This temple has great historical and cultural importance in Hinduism since the obsolete Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas was originally written at this place by Hindu poet-saint, reformer, and philosopher Gosw.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple

30 min Admission not included

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva.

In the evening, watch the evening aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges. Later, drop to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

We pick up from Varanasi city hotels only.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If pickup from outside city hotels / airport / railway station then it will be an additional charge, payable directly.
Car Type: for one to tow people, four Seater Sedan.
Car Type: for three to four people, five Seater Innova.
Car Type: for five to eight people, twelve seater Tempo Traveller.
The entrance fees mentioned are approximate, as per government norms, and are subject to change in the future.