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Overview

For more than 2,500 years this city has attracted seekers and pilgrims. Its heart lies between the streams of the Varuna and the Assi which flow into the Ganges and give the city its name. This is the home of the god Shiva, who, to his devotees, is the one great God. To die here in his city on the banks of the holy river is to achieve moksha, liberation from the cycle of life and death. Death is not hidden in India. It is part of life, and one reason why you find cremation grounds in the very centre of Varanasi, and cremation ghats lining the river.

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  • Varanasi is a very popular pilgrimage point for Hindus, and the older part of Varanasi, which has thrived on the banks of the river Ganga, is an integral part of the very infrastructure of the city, with thousands of people flocking there for salvation and purification.
  • Accommodation for 4 days
  • Witness Grandeur Evening Aarti Ceremony:Watching Evening Aarti Ceremony is certainly once in a lifetime experience. The spectacular event must be viewed from the Dasawamedh Ghat, where beautiful rituals unfold themselves in front of your eyes. Brass lamps of large sizes are used during this event, which is accompanied by chants and crowds of people waiting to pray.
  • Varanasi temples:Best known for its Ghats and Temples, a visit to Varanasi is incomplete without the best temples of this city. There is one on almost every road and road crossing in Varanasi. While the small temples are used for daily local prayers and rituals, larger ones are associated with Hindu history and mythology. These places of worships are regularly visited by travellers in large numbers. They also reflect the architecture in India.
  • Morning boat ride in Ganga river:Rowing boat rides during the dawn is perhaps one of the best things to do in Varanasi. The ride along Ganges River offers the quintessential Varanasi experience. It takes one through different Ghats and former palaces situated close to the banks of Ganges, giving a panoramic view of this River and the region.
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Day 1

  • A representative will meet you at the railway station or airport and acompany you to a pre-booked hotel. The rest of the day until sunset is free. You can rest for the day or take up small leisure sightseeing or shopping in Varanasi. Before sunset, you will be taken to Dashashwamedh Ghat where Ganga AAarti, an iconic ritual of Hindus will be conducted. If you wish, you can hire a boat and watch the ritual from the water. This would be easier to photograph thousands of oil lamps floating on the river by the end of the ritual. After Aarti, you will be escorted to your hotel where you can enjoy dinner and rest for the day. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
     
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Day 2

  • The tour starts early in the morning on the second day. You will be taken on an early morning Ganges cruise. This boat ride is the best way to enjoy top ghats and rituals performed in each ghat. You can find many people bathing in the river. The foggy morning is also the best time for photo enthusiasts. After the boat ride, you will be taken on a temple tour to enjoy the morning rituals in famous temples like Sankat Mochan Hanuman temple, Kashi Vishwanath temple, Annapurna temple, Manas Mandir BHU and others. Later, you will be taken back to the hotel for breakfast and rest. By early afternoon, you will be taken on a road trip to Sarnath. Sarnath is the spot where Lord Buddha delivered his sermon after getting enlightenment. Top attractions visited in Sarnath are archeological museum, Buddha temples, stupas and others. You will be taken back to Varanasi by early evening and the rest of the day is yours. You can enjoy boat ride, shopping, temple visit or try delicacies of Varanasi. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
    
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Day 3

  • After breakfast, you will be taken on a road trip to Allahabad. It takes three hours to reach Allahabad. The first spot enjoyed in Allahabad is Triveni Sangam where the three rivers, Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet. It is a holy spot and you can find many rituals happening in the place. Later, you will be taken on a sightseeing tour that covers Anand Bhavan museum, Hanuman temple, Swaraj Bhawan and others. You will be taken back to Varanasi by early evening. You can also take up boat ride from Allahabad to Varanasi, if desired. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
    
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Day 4

  • After breakfast, you will be taken to the railway station or airport as per your trip plan. If desired, you can stay back in Varanasi and enjoy the city.
    
  • Meet and greet upon arrival at airport / railway station
  • traditional welcome and non-alcoholic welcome drink at arrival
  • Buffet breakfast at comfort hotels
  • Complimentary basic Wi-Fi up to three devices
  • Complimentary use of Spa wet areas and 15% off on Taj Spa treatments, Food & alcoholic / non-alcoholic beverage, Telecom, Laundry
  • All applicable transfers and sightseeing by specified vehicle
  • All applicable hotel taxes.
  • Air fare or train fare
  • Any meals other than those specified in ‘cost includes’
  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
  • Any other item not specified in ‘cost includes’
  • Government service tax extra as applicable
  • Hotels as mentioned or similar
  • Rates are subject to change
  • Booking is subject to availability
  • Rates are not valid during long weekend / Festivals
  • Rates are on per person basis
  • All prices are in Indian rupees and valid for Indian national