Private Half-Day Varanasi Walking Tour and Tuk-Tuk Ride at Sunrise

Why choose this Varanasi tour ?

Walk on the steps of Ghats of Varanasi along with holy Ganges river with your personal guide. Enjoy a Tuk-Tuk ride to the holy city. Watch the pilgrims of the holy city in this jaw dropping one-of-a-kind 4-hour experience.

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What makes Private Half-Day Varanasi Walking Tour and Tuk-Tuk Ride at Sunrise a unique experience ?

Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites

Start the day with meeting city expert Guide in the hotel lobby. The Guide will assist and arrange for Tuk -Tuk from outside the hotel. Drive in Tuk Tuk from hotel in Varanasi to one of the vary famous Assi Ghat.

Situated at the confluence of Ganga and Asi rivers, Assi Ghat is the southernmost Ghat in Varanasi, where pilgrims bathe before paying their homage to Lord Shiva in the form of huge lingam situated under a peepal tree. Assi Ghat also constitutes the southern end of conventional city.

Start your walking tour from here with your private guide who will assist to interpret and translate language either side while you enjoy the local interaction with Sadhus, Priests and pilgrims. Enjoy the stories while you walk from one ghat to another.

Ghats in Varanasi are riverfront steps leading to the banks of the River Ganges. The city has 87 ghats. Most of the ghats are bathing and puja ceremony ghats, while a few are used exclusively as cremation sites.

Most Varanasi ghats were built after 1700 AD, when the city was part of Maratha Empire. The patrons of current ghats are Marathas, Shindes (Scindias), Holkars, Bhonsles, and Peshwes (Peshwas). Many ghats are associated with legends or mythologies while many ghats are privately owned.

From Dashashwamedh Ghat walk into the streets of old Varanasi to enjoy the hustle -bustle of the crowded bazaars before you take a break at a Silk Shop. Enjoy the demonstration of Silk making, very famous Block Printing and other ancient technique of making fabrics. Savor some street delicacies like samosas, lassi, paan, masala chai etc befor returning back to the hotel.

Your guide will drop you back to the hotel in Tuk Tuk at the end.

Manikarnika Ghat is one of the holiest cremation grounds among the sacred riverfronts, alongside the river Ganga, in the city of Varanasi in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. In Hinduism, death is considered as a gateway to another life marked by the results of one’s karma

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Moderate amount of walking involved on uneven road it is advised to wear comfortable shoes
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    Enjoy the walk on the major Ghats of Varanasi along with Holy River Ganges with your personal Guide and city expert. Ride on Tuk-Tuk to commute in the holy city crowded with pilgrims.
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Private Half-Day Varanasi Walking Tour and Tuk-Tuk Ride at Sunrise Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Walking tour on the Ghats of Varanasi
  • Private guide
  • Ride on a Tuk-Tuk
  • Visit to old bazaars of Varanasi

Not Included

  • Food and drinks

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    Private Varanasi Walking trip and Tuk-Tuk Ride:

    Walk on the steps of Ghats of Varanasi along with holy Ganges river with your personal guide. Enjoy a Tuk-Tuk ride to the holy city. Watch the pilgrims of the holy city in this jaw dropping one-of-a-kind experience.

    What’s Included:
    • Private guide
    • Walking tour on the Ghats of Varanasi
    • Ride in a Tuk-Tuk
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Visit to the old bazaars of Varanasi
    • Fuel, parking fees, surcharges and taxesWhat’s Not Included:
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Food and drinksWhat to Remember:
    • Moderate amount of walking involved on uneven roadPick up Time – 6 AM From Hotel Lobby.

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by City Tours India.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Kolkata.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.