Varanasi, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, is a holy site for Hindu pilgrims located on the Ganges river. Its colourful ghats are filled with worshippers bathing in the holy waters of the Ganges, priests performing prayer ceremonies on its shores, and unique Hindu cremation rituals. Varanasi and the surrounding areas hold religious and historical significance for Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu traditions. Once the seat of Hindu learning, there is much to explore in this winding, ancient and often surprising city.
Full day of sightseeing in Varanasi. You will rise early in the morning, getting ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken on a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges. It is on the Ganga Ghats of Varanasi where you will witness both life and death together. Walk along the many and varied ghats, where you will get a glimpse of the sacred life which is at the heart of ‘Mother Ganga’. Following this you will go to Godaulia, the old city, to visit the ancient riverside temples including the Durga temple, Vishwanath temple, Sankat Mochan temple, Tulsi Manas temple and the Bharat Mata temple. During the evening you will visit the main ghat to watch the spectacular daily puja (offerings) made to the Ganges.
