Varanasi: 2-Day Tour with Ganga Aarti and Boat Ride｜India

Day 1: Arrival and Spiritual Experience

Begin with a pickup from Varanasi Airport, Railway Station, or your hotel. Proceed to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and Mulagandha Kuti Vihar.

In the evening, visit the iconic Dashashwamedh Ghat. Experience the magnificent Ganga Aarti ceremony. Spend some free time exploring the local market and street food before returning to your hotel for the night.

Day 2: Sunrise Tour, Temples, and Cultural Exploration

Start your day with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges. Visit the famous Ghats along the river and take a local walk through the hidden alleys of the old city. Return to your hotel for breakfast.

In the late morning and afternoon, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Temple, and Manikarnika Ghat. Explore Banaras Hindu University and Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, as well as Tulsi Manas Temple and Durga Temple.

In the evening, enjoy free time for shopping, where you can purchase Banarasi Silk Sarees, handicrafts, and sweets. Finally, be dropped back at the airport, railway station, or your hotel.