Varanasi, Varanasi District, India

Varanasi tours, things to do and tickets

Banaras Wala Tours

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Duration: 3 hours - 4 hours
My name is Vinay Singh, I was born in Varanasi and have led tours here for nearly 10 years. My experience has made me the choice for tours for everyone from solo travelers to famous travel YouTubers and documentary crews. I offer an authentic experience of Varanasi with an extremely knowledgeable guide to lead the way. Each tour is individually tailored to your interests, so you get to see what is important to you and have a unique experience. You can try traveler friendly street food, take a private sunrise tour of the Ghats and ceremonies, wander through the winding back alleys and old city, see the Aghori Babas and temples, and experience how spirituality is so deeply woven into the lives of the people here. Living here my whole life has given me a deep knowledge of the city and the traditions, rituals and religions that it surrounds. During the tour I will pass on much of this to you so you can have a more meaningful experience of the city during your time here.
$40*Per person

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A Journey of A lifetime

(170)
Duration: 3 hours - 4 hours
FEEL THE CITY DIFFERENTLY
TRANSFORMATIONAL JOURNEY
The Best Way to Explore Varanasi is Through Walk
We Offers you a Special Walk in which we take people from the deep in the alleyways and shows yau mostly touristic places as well as non touristic places
And In that we about culture, religion and tradition and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the natural living lifestyle of Varanasi
ltinery: Kashi Vishalakshi Temple famous from southern part of India) .Nepali Temple (built by the king of Nepal) .Manikarnika Ghat (a place where they burn the body) Under Ground Temple (shiva temple) .Alangir Mosque (built by the Mughal emperor auranjeb) one of the Place to drink lass in varamasi) ( Heritage area Ancient Houses (built by the kings of different parts of India) (Traditional work done by the Muslim people Raja Harishhandra ghat
Including evening ceremony
Please let us know if you have anything specific in your mind we will make it happen it is possible
$25*Per person

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Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)

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Duration: 3 hours
We are local guides. Our families have lived for many generations in Varanasi allowing us to know every hidden corner of this beautiful and ancient city, along with fascinating stories about our traditions, history, religion, and ordinary people like ourselves.

Varanasi represents the soul of India. A visitor alone can never hope to uncover more than a fraction of its secrets. Still, with our help, you will be able to discover the essence of this captivating city.

Our tour will start at the meeting point, from where we will embark on a 3 hours journey to discover the most important historical and religious sites. We will visit the Ghats, crematorium, temples, narrow streets, markets and popular food stalls, but also less touristic spots that are key to understanding the reality of modern Varanasi.

During our tour, we will be sharing with you historical information and other important facts but also telling you interesting stories about our daily life, our gastronomy and our customs.
$36.89*Per person

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Varanasi Landmark Evening City Tour - Aarti, Boating & Witnessing the GOD

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Duration: 3 hours
It’s a city with deep cultural experience, The scared river of Ganga preserve the memory of thousands years in her motherly water which flows just in the center of the city.
Our tours will take you to magnificent Sunset with Ganga Aarti (Praying to the God of river –The Ganges) where life starts at the bank of mother ganga with a morning eye opener prayers by scared priest, you can enjoy these spectacular scenes on boat. This is a lifetime cultural experience to not MISS !.
While at same places while exploring cultural heritage you will find THE END of life at Manikarnika Ghat where people are burning dead body of loved ones.
Our tours will bring you to life and death experience at cultural heritage sites of Mother Ganges.

$62*Per person

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Varanasi: Private City Highlights Day Tour & Ganges Cruise

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Duration: 10 hours
Visit Varanasi's sacred temples and university grounds on a private day tour. Immerse yourself in the city's rituals and culture as you cruise down the Ganges River and watch a Ganga Aarti ceremony.
$71.91*Per person

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One day Varanasi tour - Private & Guided

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Duration: 10 hours - 12 hours
Experience the essence of Varanasi in a single unforgettable day with our meticulously curated one-day tour. This condensed journey is designed to provide you with a taste of the city's rich culture and spirituality. Here are some highlights:

Sunrise Boat Ride: Begin your day with a serene boat ride on the Ganges River at sunrise, where you can witness the mesmerizing rituals and offerings along the ghats.

Sarnath Excursion: Explore Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, to learn about its historical and spiritual significance.

Walk Through Old Alleys: Stroll through the narrow, ancient alleys of Varanasi, witnessing the city's vibrant street life and discovering hidden gems.

Aarti Ceremony: Conclude your day with the captivating Ganga Aarti ceremony, a mesmerizing spectacle of devotion at the ghats that illuminates the city's spiritual heart.
$105*Per person

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The Ultimate 3 Days in Varanasi - How to Spend 39 Hours - For First Timers

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Duration: 3 days
We will be part of a perfect, sacred and wonderful journey during our 3-day Private trip to Varanasi. We will allow you to capture the beautiful Varanasi and Ghats. You may have heard of places and people, but you will live there.

According to Hindu mythology, taking a bath in the holy river Ganges is for cleaning their sin. We usually go for a bath especially in Kartik Purnima or during a solar /lunar eclipse in Dashashwamedh Ghat. Usually people spend their time having peace. The hand rowing boat ride starts from Dashashwamedh Ghat and goes to Harishchandra ghat & Manikarnika ghat and ends at Dashashwamedh Ghat. That is the best part of your life which you will never forget. Varanasi is also known as the city of temples so we will take you to the most popular temples which are Bharat Mata Mandir, Sankat Mochan, Durga Mandir, Ganga Aarti, Kashi Vishwanath Mandir.

Highlights

• Sarnath,
• Ganga Aarti.
• Rowing Boat ride on river Ganges, Sankat mochan, Manas Mandir.
• Heritage walk.
$134.34*Per person

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INDIVIDUAL YOGA CLASS - BEGINNER / ADVANCED Sunrise Yoga with Ayush in Varanasi

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Duration: an hour
The power of Yoga is amplified when it is practiced in the surroundings of the Ganga Ghats at the peaceful time of Sunrise. And when the teacher is someone with the aura of peace and inner happiness, the experience is magical!
$16*Per person

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Cultural & Spiritual Trails of Old Town Varanasi Guided Walking Tour

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Duration: 2 hours
Varanasi or traditionally known as Kashi (meaning light), is believed to be the oldest city on the planet standing today. We have seen people coming to Varanasi with great hopes & expectations, but most of the time we felt that they leave Varanasi without understanding the true essence of the city, its glorious past and spiritual history.

Did you know that in ancient history people dreamt of dying in Varanasi only and no where else? Varanasi has been the most important place for people seeking liberation and enlightenment, even Buddha got enlightened very near to Varanasi.

1. This walking tour is a journey, of exploring Varanasi in its true sense, a great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories about the city, fun facts and must do things in the city.

2. You will explore the city's gems in unique style of ‘infotainment’ that you would easily miss exploring by our own and will make your journey to Varanasi truly special.
$13.53*Per person

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One Day Admirable tour in Varanasi Private Guided Tour

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Duration: 13 hours
Travelers very short on time cover whole Varanasi will get benefit from many highlights. all rolled into one day tour. 5 am pick up visit to main ghat. Will do Private Hand Rowing Boat ride. get best experience to see the morning rituals sun rise and other activities like holy deep in ganga all the ghat from the boat Dasaswamedh Ghat to Harishchandra ghat then
Manikanika Ghat biggest cremation centre of the world where every day minimum 200 dead bodies are cremated then tour winding Lanes and ancient Temples of oldest Town. 10 am arter Breakfast visit Sarnath Place of Buddhist Religion where buddha gave his first speech to his first disciple then by evening attend Evening Aarti ceremony from Roof top sitting place. best place to attain the Ganga Arti ceremoney very colorful without getting lost by going with well experienced a Guide who are the best in their profession becouse our guide Guided the guest from their soul they are really happy and honestly to show the whole entire city
$71.32*Per person

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3 Days Admirable Tour in Varanasi with private tour guided

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Duration: 3 days
Join our tour and we will show you Varanasi's highlights all rolled into this three-day tour. We will do the boat ride on the river see all the ghat. this ride starts when the sun is just about to come up the horizon. then will visit the biggest cremation center of the world and very ancient temples in the old town. We will also visit Sarnath, the birthplace of the Buddhist religion where you see the stupa temple of buddha and national emblam antique piece of the world. You will be able to visit Ghat to witness the Aarti ceremonyfrom the roof top. Best place to attend the aarti ceremony feel very energetic. We will also take a walk through India's largest spice market, flower market, perfume shop and famous food kachori street.

$103.29*Per person

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The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour

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Duration: 10 hours - 13 hours
Early morning we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat and come back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, see the “Temple Tour” most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan (Hanuman temple), Manas Mandir, and BHU. At noon we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekha stupa, the Chaukhandi stupa, and the archaeological museum, return to the hotel. Evening, get ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken to the River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats. Enjoy the Ganga Aarti from top After all you can retire for the night.
$79.93*Per person

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3 Days Private Enchanting Varanasi Tour

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Duration: 3 days
Varanasi Tour Package, extremely unique. this is because it includes all the essential features that are indispensable for an entertaining tour. For example, the customized Varanasi Tour package includes all the interesting places of tourist interest such as religious places, cultural places, historical places as well as Gardens and lakes that would simply leave an indelible mark in your mind.

Guaranteed to depart !!! ( If you are a single traveler booking would be accepted )
$200*Per person

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Experience Varanasi Tour: 2 Days Private Guided Tour

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Duration: 2 days
The Experience Varanasi tour is an endeavor to connect the tourist with the city. It aims to acclimatize the Guest with the local culture of Varanasi.

Discover the best of Varanasi in two days. Along with the morning and evening boat rides, you will be able to explore the different religious aspects of the city like Buddhism. Take an insider's look at various wholesale markets in the city, walk through the residential areas of the old town and indulge in some great street food.
$185*Per person

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Varanasi Temple Tour

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Duration: 3 hours
I am Hindu born in Varanasi. My passion for this city doesn't fit in me and I have the mission to spread to people what I love in my city. I listed just a few places of a big amount I would like to show.
$55.33*Per person

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Explore the Highlights of Varanasi

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Duration: 2 hours - 4 hours
Explore Varanasi and experience the highlights of the holy city by guided walking tour ( included heritage sites and activities ) this walking tour toward old part of city to discover the essential of one of the oldest inhabited city of the world. through the tour you will experience local’s delight , admiring cultural treasures, incredible natural beauty and rich heritages with history also savouring some local delicacies like Indian masala chai ( spice tea ) local snacks and tasty lassi ( a fermented Indian yogurt drink ) .

1. Personalised and private tours, flexible to fit your needs and desires.
2. Explore spirituality, tradition, food, people and local lifestyle in a genuine way.
3. Family friendly experiences; all ages welcome!
4. Taste authentic and delicious local dishes.
5. Tours are always led by authorized and local tourist guide.
$26.9*Per person

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Varanasi tour in one day

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Duration: 12 hours - 14 hours
Varanasi tour in one day package [Private tour package] is made to meet with those travelers needs, who have just one complete day (14 Hours) to spend in Varanasi and still they want to take part in all major Varanasi tours and activities which are popular in this Varanasi. This tour package has been crafted and customized in such a way that it encompasses almost every important sightseeing, logically a tourist look for, such as famous sunrise boat ride, walking into old lanes, visit to cremation ground, Sarnath tour and lastly witnessing cremation rituals followed by attending evening prayer [Aarti] ceremony with best view of it from a private balcony with reserved chairs.
$90*Per person

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Varanasi Street Food Crawl (2 Hours Guided Food Tasting Tour)

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Duration: 2 hours
Varanasi is known for its ancient food culture that is still alive & visit to Varanasi is incomplete without trying the finger licious food here. We have designed this amazing food crawl experience with an intention to take you to these places for food tasting, so that you can also cherish this food, feast your taste buds and have a fabulous & lasting impression on local food.
1. Taste more than six mouth watering and authentic delicacies of Varanasi, if you are a food lover and enjoy experiencing different kind of foods, then you should not miss this walking tour because trust us, you will surely regret it later.
2. Stroll the lanes with oldest food shop of the Kashi, witness the preparation of the most celebrated sweets, other delicacies.
3. Get an in-depth understanding of local food culture & things that influenced the development of these cuisines.

Note: We do quality assurance before adding a place on our food walk, so you can relax and enjoy the food without any worry.
$24.59*Per person

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Explore Varanasi’s heritage

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Duration: 2 hours - 4 hours
Varanasi is a place to experience as if you have been living there, and not a place to merely see as a tourist. My tour is a personalised private tour, where I am responsible for your experience. I do not outsource your tour to any other guide. I am a local whose family has been living here for over 500 years, and I take immense pride in having you experience this amazing part of the world.
$17.83*Per person

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Private Day Tour in Varanasi

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Duration: 3 hours - 8 hours
Day Tour is combination of All tour from Sunrise to Sunset,
All important Varanasi ghats tour with boat,
Old City and Heritage Walking Tour
Evening Ganga Arti (ceremony),
All important temple of city,
Walking through old and small street (heritage walking ) to explore the life style of Varanasi.
$69.84*Per person

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