Varanasi: Full Day City Highlights Tour With Ganges Cruise｜India

Morning
Early Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges – Witness the sunrise and experience the morning rituals, including prayer ceremonies and pilgrims bathing at the ghats.
Dashashwamedh Ghat & Assi Ghat – Explore two of Varanasi’s most famous ghats.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple – Visit the sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (outer visit if entry restricted for non-Hindus).

Mid-Morning
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – Explore the sprawling campus and the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum.
Tulsi Manas Mandir – Visit this temple where the Ramcharitmanas was composed.
Durga Mandir & Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple – Popular temples of great religious importance.

Afternoon
Sarnath Excursion – Short drive to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Archaeological Museum.

Evening
Explore Local Markets – Walk through bustling lanes famous for silk sarees, handicrafts, and street food.
Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat – Witness the grand spiritual ceremony with chanting, lamps, and incense by the river.

Tour Ends – Return to hotel or drop-off point.