Highlights of the Tour Package
- Explore the city of Varanasi, also known as Kashi, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
- Witness the grand evening Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges, where hundreds of devotees gather to pay homage to the holy river.
- Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a major Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Experience the local culture of Varanasi by visiting the narrow alleys and colorful bazaars and trying local street food.
Overview of the Tour
Welcome to Holiday Smith India, your ultimate travel partner for exploring the spiritual heart of India - Varanasi. We are thrilled to offer you our meticulously designed tour package, Varanasi – A Spiritual Journey, which promises an experience like no other.
The Varanasi – A Spiritual Journey tour package is a 4 days/3 nights tour that will take you through the spiritual heart of India. The tour is designed to give you a glimpse into Varanasi's rich culture and heritage while exploring the city's spiritual significance. This tour has everything from visiting temples and witnessing rituals to exploring the bazaars and tasting the local cuisine.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in a comfortable hotel for three nights with breakfast.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing.
- Boat ride on the Ganges River.
- English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
- All taxes and service charges.
Tips for Trip
- Since Varanasi is a religious city, it is important to dress appropriately, especially when visiting temples and other religious sites.
- Varanasi is a city of religious significance, and respecting local customs and traditions is important. Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, or eating non-vegetarian food in public places.
- Varanasi can get crowded and busy, especially during festivals and peak tourist season. Keep a look at your belongings and be cautious of pickpockets and scams.
Tour Plan
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Day 1: ARRIVE DELHI
- Meet our tour representative at the Delhi airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Check in and rest for a while.
- Free time to explore Delhi and its cultural heritage.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
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Day 2: DELHI – VARANASI (BY AIR)
- After breakfast, transfer to the Delhi airport for your flight to Varanasi.
- Check-in at the hotel upon arrival.
- In the evening, explore the narrow lanes of Varanasi and attend the grand aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.
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Day 3: VARANASI – SARNATH – VARANASI (10 KMS BY ROAD / 30 MIN APPROX)
- Start your day by witnessing the magnificent sunrise over the Ganges River.
- After breakfast, drive to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site where Lord Buddha preached the Dharma after his enlightenment.
- Visit the Dharmarajika Stupa and Emperor Ashoka's symbolic pillars.
- Return to your hotel in the evening.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.
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Day 4: VARANASI – DELHI (BY AIR)
- Transfer to the Varanasi airport for your flight to Delhi.
- Catch your flight for your onward destination.
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