Manikarnika Ghat Attractions & Things to do

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.
Duration: 3 days.

Experience the magic of Varanasi with our exclusive Evening Ganga Aarti tour. Start with an enchanting evening boat ride along the sacred Ganges River, offering a unique perspective on ancient cremation grounds and vibrant ghats. This serene journey sets the stage for the highlight of the evening: the Ganga Aarti.

Aarti is a deeply spiritual Hindu ritual where light is offered to deities, accompanied by devotional songs. In Varanasi, the Ganges is revered as a goddess, and every evening, aarti is performed at the historic Dashashwamedh Ghat. Witness this awe-inspiring ceremony from the best vantage point—either from the ghat on a private balcony or aboard our boat on the water.

The Ganga Aarti is a mesmerizing spectacle, with precise choreography and a harmonious blend of bells, drums, cymbals, and Sanskrit mantras by priests

Join us for an unforgettable evening that combines the tranquility of a boat ride with the spiritual vibrancy of the Ganga Aarti.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Join our tour who seek to understand the spiritual heritage of the city 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 ceremony from 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.


Duration: 3 days.

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.
Duration: 3 hours.

It’s a city with deep cultural experience, The sacred river of Ganga preserves the memory of thousands of years in her motherly water which flows just in the center of the city. Our tours will take you to a magnificent Sunset with Ganga Aarti (Praying to the God of the river –The Ganges) where life starts at the bank of Mother Ganga with morning eye-opener prayers by the scared priest, you can enjoy these spectacular scenes on the boat. This is a lifetime cultural experience to not MISS!

While at the same places while exploring cultural heritage you will find THE END of life at Manikarnika Ghat where people are burning the dead body of loved ones. Our tours will bring you to the life and death experiences at the cultural heritage sites of Mother Ganges.


Duration: 2 hours.

For travelers with just one complete day (14 hours) to soak in the essence of Varanasi, our Private One-Day Varanasi Tour Package is meticulously designed. Despite the time constraints, this package ensures that you can partake in all the major Varanasi tours and activities from famous sunrise boat ride to walk through old alleyways and cremation ground, visiting Sarnath followed by seeing aarti ceremony.
Duration: 12 to 14 hours.

Boating down the Ganges River during sunrise is one of the main attractions in Varanasi. We can observe here the Hindu way of life along the banks of the Ganges (Ghats) River.
Duration: 3 hours.

Explore Varanasi’s spiritual landscapes and bustling street markets on a personalized tour, uniquely shaped by Vinay, whose insights and deep local knowledge have attracted documentary crews and notable YouTubers alike. With over a decade of guiding experience, Vinay not only shows you the famous Ghats and hidden gems of Varanasi but also tailors each visit to your interests, offering a perspective enriched by his extensive background and the unique stories behind these renowned sites."
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Explore varanasi - a city full of treasures and secrets. A city of unique faiths and beliefs, fascinating rituals and customs. The guide will show you all the ghats during the sunrise on a boat ride and will tell you the story behind each one. Also, get a chance to experience the holy city from inside by taking a walking tour in the narrow lanes. Within every step of this best Varanasi tour, be sure to discover and witness some of the exciting facts that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Once you step into this holy land, its authenticity and uniqueness are sure to amaze you.
Duration: 3 hours.

The services to others is the rent we pay for the room we have here on earth

People visit places to live and enjoy the life but Varanasi is the only place in the world where people even come to die.

During the walk, We take our guests to the oldest parts of the city where they explore the inner beauty of this wonderful city and majestic alleyways where one can experience the mythological and historical stories of Varanasi.
The stories we narrate is not available everywhere, one has to dig deeper to understand Varanasi, and we have dug it.
Duration: 3 hours.

This guided tour will help you unravel the mysticism that has always been associated with Varanasi, it is due to this dimension of the city that everyone in the past longed to come to Varanasi. This amazing tour which is a combination of walking tour & boat ride that includes experience of life energies within during the Ganga Aarti, which is not to be missed, if you really wish to experience Varanasi in its original sense.
1. Watch the setting of the sun at the horizon and mesmerize with the stunning beauty of colorful old buildings, ashrams and places.
2. Eyewitness the mystic Ganga Aarti; one of the five rituals performed for the worship of sacred river Ganga.
3. Witness the rituals performed by local brahmins and sadhus, devotees walking down to the Ghats to offer their prayers to the Mother Ganges.
4. Enjoy evening walk around Manikarnika Ghat viewing city's most wonderful scenes with great conversation to understand the importance of Kashi, significance of different ghats.
Duration: 2 hours.

We offers the real experiences to our valued clients, safety-security and gives them right information about the Destinations | City | Trips, which is our main moto, and Try to give them our best level to make them happy-happy and more happy
Duration: 2 days.

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

Duration: 12 to 14 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.

Duration: 2 to 4 hours.

This is a 3 hour walking tour of the ancient city of Varanasi which showcases the best of this iconic destination. Walking around the Golden Temple area is unique due to this part of the city being the most important cultural and financial area. The Golden Temple is the most important Shiva temple in all of India. On the way, you will also see historical mosques, hidden alleys, bazaars, ancient Varanasi building architecture, the world's biggest crematorium and local markets.
Duration: 3 hours.

This exclusive Varanasi tour offers a private journey to the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, allowing for an intimate and personalized exploration of one of Hinduism's holiest sites. Additionally, guests will experience the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony, a captivating ritual held at the banks of the sacred Ganges River. Our tailored approach ensures an immersive and unforgettable spiritual experience, guided by knowledgeable locals who offer insights into the rich cultural heritage of Varanasi.
Duration: 3 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.
Duration: 2 to 4 hours.

Varanasi is indeed a photographer’s heaven, every photographer, amateur and professional alike, would consider Varanasi would want to go there at least once to capture one of the most colorful and lively areas of the world.

1. Ready your cameras to capture the hues of the holy city; it’s winding streets, ancient buildings, markets, houses and friendly local people who make it all so colorful and vibrant. Capture memories not just only pictures and store them in your memories to cherish life-long from this tour.

2. Join us on this amazing and completely offbeat experience of Varanasi; pass through the hustle and bustle of the city, soak up Varanasi's unique sights, architect and colorful lanes and its magnificent beauty on this tour.

3. 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. By the end of tour you will develop a great perspective of the city, its culture.
Duration: 2 hours.

Varanasi has always been a place that people in India consciously chose to die in for centuries. Varanasi is always associated with the mysteries of life, death & rebirth. If you are a seeker and looking to experience Varanasi in a manner it was built for and want to learn about the culture and genesis of spirituality in Varanasi?

join us on our special walking tour through the cycle of life, death & rebirth, experience the power of holy rituals and understand the true essence of Kashi. On this guided walking tour, we take you to experience the serenity & life energies in Varanasi, our storyteller will share beautiful stories of the ancient past that would make you understand and appreciate the importance of rituals in daily life for a blissful living experience.

Walk along the ghats of Kashi an unique experience to watch colorful mélange of different people; Hindu gurus doing meditations, prayers on the stairs, and learn energy transformation techniques to balance energy within you.
Duration: 2 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.

Duration: 10 to 12 hours.

Varanasi is a land of many faiths, a myriad of colors, smells & sounds, a cocktail of tastes and a melting pot of beautiful people and many ancient architecture & carvings. It is in Varanasi that anyone will find all these aspects of India in abundance. When passing through the residential spaces, you will find undoubtedly feel the sense of community and the spirit that exists in every area. People from all over India live in the old part of Varanasi and a tour of through its narrow alleys is quite an adventure not to miss..

Attractions of the tour:

- Religious activities along bank side of River Ganga
- Most Important Ghats
- Sacred Temples
- Narrow alleys
- Local Markets
- Cremations Ground
- Few nice locations for photography

FYI : Our walking tours are always theme-based walks – so let us invite you to come walk with us..


Duration: 4 to 5 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.
Duration: 2 hours.

You’ll always remember your first time in Varanasi. From sunrise boat rides to participation in evening prayer ceremony and walking into old lanes, here’s how to make the most of India’s cultural capital.

Varanasi, One of the most colorful and fascinating places on earth, surprises abound around every corner. Most visitors agree Varanasi is magical – but not for the faint-hearted. Intimate rituals of life and death take place in public, and the sights, sounds and smells on the Ghats – can be intense. Still, the so-called City of Light may turn out to be your favorite stop of all. Walking the Ghats and alleyways or watching sunrise from a boat can be unforgettable.
Duration: 2 days.

Discover the enchanting beauty of Varanasi with our 3-day tour package, which combines affordability with pure delight. Highly acclaimed by tourists, this tour offers a multitude of captivating experiences, unveiling the city's hidden treasures and the profound spirituality of India. Here are the top 5 highlights of this unforgettable journey:

This tour highlights -

Spiritual Immersion: Receive blessings from sacred temples and partake in the transformative ritual of bathing in the holy waters of the Ganges.

City's Secrets Unveiled: Explore the well-guarded secrets of Varanasi in a beautiful and insightful manner, gaining a deeper understanding of the city's culture and traditions.

Highly Rated: This tour package comes with rave reviews from previous visitors, assuring you of an exceptional and highly satisfying experience.

Affordable Excellence: Enjoy the best of Varanasi without breaking the bank, as this tour offers both affordability and quality experiences.

Duration: 2 days 12 hours.

Explore 2 of the most fascinating places in India on this exciting 3-day adventure. Spend a day exploring the sights of Delhi before embarking for 2 awe-inspiring days in the sacred city of Varanasi to see its remarkable riverbank rituals. Round Trip A/C train tickets and hotel pick up/drop-off is included.
Duration: 3 days.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of Varanasi with this budget-friendly tour package that promises an exceptionally delightful experience. Highly praised by tourists, this tour offers a range of captivating activities that will unveil the city's hidden gems and reveal the profound spirituality of India.

From seeking blessings at sacred temples to cleansing your spirit in the holy waters, this journey is nothing short of transformative. Here are some of the highlights:

Highlights : 
• Guided sunrise private boat tour
• Guided visit to cremation ground
• Guided Sarnath and city tour 
• Guided visit to Ghat to witness prayer [Aarti ceremony] followed by releasing candle ritual in water 
• Walk tour through Asia's largest spice market, flower market, famous food street

This tour not only offers an affordable way to explore Varanasi but also promises an unforgettable journey that will leave you with a profound connection to the city and its spiritual essence.
Duration: 3 days.

This is a Private Tour, designed for the regular tourist who comes to Varanasi first time and wants to experience to way of life in India with Hinduism and Buddhism. 

It includes Morning boat ride at the dawn followed by old city walk, Sarnath Tour [The Birth Place of Buddhism] and Evening Boat ride followed by Ganga Aarti.It will includes: 

This tour have two break one after morning boat tour for breakfast and another after Sarnath Tour for lunch.

Note: This tour can also be done in two days. Like first day Start from Afternoon Sarnath tour or in the Evening start with Evening Ganga Aarti and next day morning boat ride followed by old city walk and after breakfast Sarnath tour.
Duration: 14 hours.

Uncover the legacy of Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, on this journey that starts from Delhi. Visit important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India and Nepal. Travel to Nalanda, Bodhgaya, Lumbini and several other holy cities.
Duration: 14 days.

Take a 17-day tour to explore Rajasthan, a treasure trove of history, architecture, and its picturesque landscapes. Experience some of the exciting offbeat locations in Rajasthan like Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranakpur, Udaipur, Jaipur, and Pushkar. Head to Agra, which is home to the monument of love – the Taj Mahal. Visit Varanasi and discover the beauty of the several ghats beside the Ganges.
Duration: 17 days.

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.

Duration: 6 to 10 hours.

Varanasi One Day Tour Is a complete set of Varanasi tour which covers all most important sights/ places of Varanasi in one day.

It includes Subah -E- Banaras, Morning boat ride at the dawn followed by old city walk, City Tour [Banaras Hindu University and some other important temple, Sarnath Tour [The Birth Place of Buddhism] and Evening Boat ride followed by Ganga Aarti.

Note: This tour can also be done in two days. Like first day Start from Afternoon Sarnath tour or in the Evening start with Evening Ganga Aarti and next day Subah -E- Banaras, morning boat ride followed by old city walk and after breakfast Sarnath tour.

Duration: 14 hours.

In our service guests will experience the real life, death and rebirth experience. In around a kilometer distance they experience the whole life of a human being from birth till death even after death as well. The most important major activities of city.
Duration: 3 hours.

“Discover the spiritual beauty of "India's Holiest City and the world's oldest living city" Varanasi on this private day tour of Varanasi and the surrounding areas from Delhi. See both the morning and evening aarti ceremonies and visit every key spiritual site in the area, with a knowledgeable tour guide.”

Duration: 2 days.

If you have two days to experience Varanasi this program is perfectly adapted to your needs!
From morning to night, for two full days, we will be your host, friend and guide, and together we will visit the most emblematic places of the city, known and unknown places, temples, bazaars, markets, ceremonies and rituals, stories and tales ... We will discover corners and alleys that are not in the guides and others that are not easily accessible to the public. Touring the city in our company you will feel at home. Are you coming with us?
Duration: 2 days.

For over 12 years, I have worked with world-famous photographers, documentary makers, Fujifilm workshops, arranging their experiences to provide amazing images around India, with a specialty in the complex, chaotic and exceedingly magical City of Lights, Varanasi - the holiest city of India. I have good connections with the local community and I can arrange virtually all scenarios for film crews, photographers, documentary makers, TV channels, and journalists. Some of my most requested subjects are: real Sadhus and Aghori (Holy men who eat dead human bodies), Naga baba (Holy men who live without clothing), Varanasi Wrestling schools, shoots at the flower Bazaar, the traditional laundry place (Dhobi Ghat) and of course, the Manikarna Burning Ghat (where bodies are cremated).

I am flexible and can work to the demanding, detailed requirements of a professional, or provide more relaxed arrangements for photography enthusiasts in more of a guiding role.
Duration: 8 hours.

Varanasi being a great center of spiritualism and having an ethos of Indian Culture is a famous haunt of tourists. Annually a large number of domestic and overseas tourists flock together to this city to delve deep into the roots of culture and rituals of Hinduism. People be a part of Ganga Aarti Ceremony, watch the cremation process, visit many ancient temples such as Kashi Vishwanath Temple etc. Many travel to Sarnath, the famous Buddhist site. In the present tour product we avail you the services of your private car with chauffeur and expert tour guide for 10 hours.
Duration: 10 hours.

Explore a land of literature, aesthetic, art and spirituality, Varanasi on this 5-hour early morning tour. Enjoy a sunrise boat ride, followed by traditional refreshment and visit Hindu temples afterward.
Duration: 5 hours.

Varanasi is one of the most important places for Hindu culture. Varanasi offers visitors an insider's look at local customs and traditions in one of the world's oldest living cities. Tour the Hindu and Buddhist sites with an expert guide, including the Ganges Ghats, where pilgrims come to absolve their sins and the Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his very first sermon.

The tour is tailor made for all kinds of travelers.

• Money-back Guarantee.
• 100% Guest Satisfaction Assured.
• Includes All Entrance Tickets.
• Rush free and Comfortable Tour Itinerary.
• All tour carried out by Government Approved Guide with In-depth knowledge of History.
• Traditional Indian Souvenir at Departure.

Duration: 7 to 8 hours.

Are you coming to Varanasi for a short time and don't have many hours to experience the city? Here's the perfect tour for everyone who wants to see the highlights of Kashi's magical mornings. Join the daily private tours with us. From the sacred Ganges river you will witness local life, rituals and morning ceremonies as you stroll the ghats and marvel at a dreamy sunrise ... I will be your host, friend and guide to bring you a true Benares experience. Are you in?
Duration: 6 hours.

On a unique one-day private and guided trip, go off on an amazing excursion through the magical city of Varanasi. Get ready to be enthralled by this historic city's captivating fusion of spirituality, history, and lively culture.
Your journey starts when you are greeted at your accommodation by our knowledgeable local guide, who is eager to show you Varanasi's hidden treasures and famous sites. You'll be taken back in time as you enter the busy streets and little lanes and become fully immersed in the rich tapestry of customs and rituals that have formed Varanasi over the years.


Duration: 10 hours.

Subah - e Banaras and sham -e - Awadh is very acclaimed one in India. Experience the Morning boat ride in Ganges and understand the Hindu way of life followed by a small walk in old section of the city and a visit to the Golden temple, the main Shiva temple of the city.
Duration: 3 hours.

Birth and Death are words we chose to describe the doorways in and out of a cycle. This cycle is connected to a larger cycle which awaits our return. It is all just like breathing. Remove the fear and judgement to recognise the same pattern as a principle everywhere.

Walk with us through the city of learning & burning and experience Varanasi the concept of life, death and rebirth: when it is known as ‘Mahashamstana’, "the great cremation ground" of Shiva.
Duration: 3 hours.

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Get a professional guide through the ancient Ghats of Varanasi, where you will experience the rich and oldest culture in the world. From burning Ghats to nightly pujas, Varanasi has it all.

Travelers will experience the rich culture of India. During the day and night so many activities of varying nature are occurring in Varanasi, which makes it one of the most unique experiences of ones life. From bathing in the Ghats, to wedding ceremonies, burning funeral rights, and pujas to mother Ganga.
Duration: 1 to 8 hours.

Experience mystical Varanasi on this amazing tour which is a combination of walking tour and riksha ride, you'll be amazed by the beautiful places and authentic cultural experience that you will have on this completely curated engaging tour. So get ready and fasten your seat belts as this walk will take you on life changing experience if you decide to take it in the right perspective to understand the spirituality, religion and science which goes beyond the framework of logic.
1. Watch the rising of sun at the horizon & mesmerize with the stunning beauty of colorful old buildings, ashrams and places along the river side when the sunlight hits them.
2. Eyewitness the mystic Ganga Aarti; one of the five rituals performed for worship of sacred river Ganga
3. Witness the rituals performed by local brahmins and sadhus walking down to the Ghats to offer their prayers to the Mother Ganges.
4. Enjoy morning walk around ghats and small riksha ride viewing city's most wonderful scenes of Kashi.
Duration: 2 hours.

Divineful Journey of Varanasi

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Beyond imagination. Hi, I am Vicky. I was born in Kashi, the ancient name of Varanasi: the city of divine faith, devotion and capital of Hindu religion. I am here to take you to feel the city of Divine where like and that both (What do You mean?) can be experienced at the same time, so let me give let me to take you and show you my wonderful city Varanasi.

This is one of the unique tour where you will be able to experience, cultural, traditional, religious, historical and custom of the oldest living city of the planet "Varanasi".
In this tour you will be going to walk through the oldest and smallest street of varanasi where you will explore the lifestyle of local people.

Duration: 3 hours.