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Experience the energy, excitement and history of one of the world’s oldest cities on this overnight tour from New Delhi. Bare witness to its wonder with all of your senses on near to Ganges River and check out the ancient steps that lead to this holy bathing and cremation site visited by tends of thousands of pilgrims each year. Your expert guide will share insight into India’s three major religions—Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism—as you navigate the narrow passages of Varanasi. Pay a visit to the spot where Buddha preached in Sarnath, before stopping at the Dhamek Stupa on this 1-Night tour by air from New Delhi.
1-Night Varanasi and Sarnath Tour by Air from New Delhi
Tour the Ghats of Varanasi with an expert guide
watch devout pilgrims worship
Witness the aarti ceremony, a Hindu ritual of light
Airport transfers and bottled water included
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours >> Air Tours
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Experience the energy, excitement and history of one of the world’s oldest cities on this overnight tour from New Delhi. Bare witness to its wonder with all of your senses on near to Ganges River and check out the ancient steps that lead to this holy bathing and cremation site visited by tends of thousands of pilgrims each year. Your expert guide will share insight into India’s three major religions—Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism—as you navigate the narrow passages of Varanasi. Pay a visit to the spot where Buddha preached in Sarnath, before stopping at the Dhamek Stupa on this 1-Night tour by air from New Delhi.
1-Night Varanasi and Sarnath Tour by Air from New Delhi
Tour the Ghats of Varanasi with an expert guide
watch devout pilgrims worship
Witness the aarti ceremony, a Hindu ritual of light
Airport transfers and bottled water included
Itinerary
Day 1: Fly to Varanasi from Delhi
Pass By: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Meet your driver at your New Delhi hotel and relax in the comfort of a private airport transfer for your flight to Varanasi. A representative will meet you upon arrival for the ride to your Varanasi hotel.
Stop At: Sarnath Via-Anlabereni, Varanasi 759026 India
Before heading out on a tour of the Ghats meet your guide for a tour briefing about the events occurring on the days ahead. Begin your evening tour of this spiritual city with a visit to the Ghats. This series of stone steps leads to the holy river where you’ll find Hindu and Jain worshipers mediating and teaching along the shores of the Ganges River. Your guide will share stories about Lord Shiva, who chose Varanasi as his home as you watch people from across the country gather to bathe in the waters of the Ganges. Hindus consider this to be the most holy of experiences. Gain a deeper understanding of the belief that those cremated on the sacred steps receive salvation after their death.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in hotel Varanasi
Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing
Stop At: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi 221001 India
Set sail on the Ganges for an early morning boat ride and watch as hundreds of pilgrims wade out into the holy waters as they have since ancient times. Listen to prayers and chants as your guide shares stories and history while the sun rises over head. Next, wander through the kinetic energy of Varanasi’s old city streets. Narrow back alleys and single-file passes pass by lively bazaars, food stalls and shrines. Visit the area surrounding the stunning gold-covered temple where Kashi Vishwanath, the patron deity of Varanasi, resides. The temple is only accessible to Hindus, but you’ll enjoy the vibrant city life that surrounds this holy destination.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, District, Babatpur, Uttar Pradesh 221006, India
After Lunch, Transfer to airport for fly to delhi and at Delhi Airport our driver will pickup you and drop on your location any where in delhi
Meals included:
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
