Varanasi
Varanasi & Sarnath
A sunrise boat along the ghats, the roar of the evening aarti, a walk through the old-city lanes with someone who can explain it, and the calm of Sarnath where Buddhism began.
Highlights
- Sunrise rowing-boat along the ghats
- Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat from the water
- Old-city heritage walk and a Banarasi silk workshop
- Sarnath — the Dhamek Stupa and Archaeological Museum
Day by day
- 1
Arrive Varanasi
Transfer to a heritage hotel near the river. In the evening, a boat to watch the Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, followed by a short walk through the lantern-lit lanes.
- 2
Sunrise on the river + Sarnath
A rowing boat at first light past the bathing and cremation ghats, then a guided walk through the old city — the Vishwanath temple corridor, the silk weavers, the sweet shops. Afternoon at Sarnath for the stupa, the ruins and the museum.
- 3
Depart
A free morning, then transfer to the airport or railway station.
What's included
- 2 nights 4-star / heritage hotel with breakfast
- Private car with driver for transfers and Sarnath
- Two boat rides (sunrise and the evening aarti) and a licensed heritage-walk guide
- Sarnath guided visit
Not included
- Flights or train fare
- Temple donations and museum entry
- Camera fees
- Lunches and dinners
Prices are indicative “from” rates per person on twin sharing, land only, and vary with season, hotel category and group size. Send an enquiry for a firm quote on your dates.
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