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Escape Delhi's chaos and journey to Varanasi, India's spiritual heart. Witness the Ganga Aarti, explore hidden temples, and enjoy a sunrise boat ride on this overnight trip.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the spiritual energy of Varanasi on an overnight trip
• Witness the Ganga Aarti from a boat and explore hidden temples with a guide
• Enjoy a sunrise boat ride and float diyas in the Ganges at Assi Ghat
• Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple with skip-the-line access and a guide
• Travel comfortably by private AC car and stay in a 4-star heritage hotel

Description

Begin your journey with a comfortable pickup from Delhi in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Stop at Prakash Punjabi Dhaba for a traditional meal of aloo paratha and lassi. Arrive in Varanasi and check into a riverside heritage hotel, such as BrijRama Palace or Ganges View. In the evening, take a nighttime boat ride to witness the preparations for the subah-e-Banaras. Walk through the nearly empty Vishwanath Gali with your guide. Optionally, enjoy midnight tea at Kerala Café near Dashashwamedh Ghat. On the second day, start with a sunrise boat ritual, floating diyas in the Ganges at Assi Ghat. Photograph silk weavers stretching threads on the ghats. Take a walking tour of secret spots, including the Bharat Mata Mandir’s relief map of undivided India and the 12th-century Dhamek Stupa where Buddha preached. Visit the Blue Lassi shop for a saffron-infused specialty. Enjoy behind-the-scenes access at Kashi Vishwanath Temple with skip-the-line entry. Witness the abhishekam ritual to the Jyotirlinga. Visit the weavers’ colony in Ramnagar, try handloom weaving under master craftsmen, and shop for authentic Banarasi silk at wholesale rates. Have lunch at Deena Chat Bhandar, known for its tamatar chaat. Begin your return journey to Delhi, with an approximate drop-off time of 10:00 PM.

Includes

1. Pickup and Drop-off: Convenient door-to-door service 2. Accommodation: 3-star hotel stay 3. Breakfast: Served in the hotel 4. Transportation: Private AC car for the entire tour 5. Expert Guidance: Accompanied by a professional tour guide 6. Refreshments: Complimentary mineral water bottle 7. Taxes and Fees: All toll taxes and parking fees covered

Important Information

• Wear slip-on shoes as temples require barefoot entry Carry a shawl for cool morning breezes at the ghats Book early for Kashi Vishwanath special access

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund