2 Days Private Varanasi Tour with Sarnath and Evening Aarti
2 days
Private
Evening
Multi-Day
Instant confirmation
About this activity
Day 1
You'll be picked up from your specified place (Airport/Railway station/Hotel) and transferred to hotel. After check-in and taking some relaxation, you will be taken on drive to visit Sarnath, the “UNESCO World Heritage site”.Sarnath: Hailed as one of the holiest Buddhist places, Sarnath is a sacred place considered for attainment for enlightenment. It is the place where Gautama Buddha after attaining spiritual enlightenment, delivered his first sermons and claimed the place as an important pilgrimage site for his followers.
Here first you'll visit Chaukhandi Stupa, which is an elevated structure surrounded by octagonal tower. It's the gateway to Sarnath and is adorned by lush green lawns that embrace it from all sides. Then comes, Dhamek Stupa, a remarkable structure built of stone and brick. This cylindrical pillar is engraved with delicate floral carvings of Gupta origin. After this you'll visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, a temple speaking of modernity. This structure encases unrivaled frescoes by a Japnese painter and is a rich repository of Buddhist literature.
In the evening you will be taken to visit Sarnath Museum. This is an expansive museum that houses the finest specimens of Buddhist art and culture. After touring around Sarnath, chauffeur will drive you back In the evening, you will get to witness the ritualistic rites held every evening on the banks of Ganges. After Ganges Arti chauffeur will drive you back to hotel. And retire for the night.
Day 2 - Early morning first you'll be taken on boat excursion on the holy river Ganges. During this trip you will get to see the bathing ghats and cremation site.as you watch people taking holy dips in Ganges and executing the worshiping rituals on the ghats, you will feel overwhelmed with the oozing spirituality. It will lead you gain deeper insight into your existence in this universe.
After Ganges boat trip, you will be driven back to hotel. After savoring delectable breakfast, chauffeur will take you around Varanasi to visit what you didn't on previous day.
This day you will visit famous Temples, after temple visit Banaras Hindu University, , Bharat Kala bhavan and many other marvelous holy structures.
The beauty of these temples are characterized by their uniqueness and a distinct appeal. Albeit some of them are worn out and are mere ruins, you can easily see the diversity and an acute fineness in craftsmanship. These holy structures and relics make their onlookers turn inwards and gain deeper and higher discernment.
After Tour Chauffeur will transfer to your specified destination. (Railway Station/Airport or Hotel)
You'll be picked up from your specified place (Airport/Railway station/Hotel) and transferred to hotel. After check-in and taking some relaxation, you will be taken on drive to visit Sarnath, the “UNESCO World Heritage site”.Sarnath: Hailed as one of the holiest Buddhist places, Sarnath is a sacred place considered for attainment for enlightenment. It is the place where Gautama Buddha after attaining spiritual enlightenment, delivered his first sermons and claimed the place as an important pilgrimage site for his followers.
Here first you'll visit Chaukhandi Stupa, which is an elevated structure surrounded by octagonal tower. It's the gateway to Sarnath and is adorned by lush green lawns that embrace it from all sides. Then comes, Dhamek Stupa, a remarkable structure built of stone and brick. This cylindrical pillar is engraved with delicate floral carvings of Gupta origin. After this you'll visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, a temple speaking of modernity. This structure encases unrivaled frescoes by a Japnese painter and is a rich repository of Buddhist literature.
In the evening you will be taken to visit Sarnath Museum. This is an expansive museum that houses the finest specimens of Buddhist art and culture. After touring around Sarnath, chauffeur will drive you back In the evening, you will get to witness the ritualistic rites held every evening on the banks of Ganges. After Ganges Arti chauffeur will drive you back to hotel. And retire for the night.
Day 2 - Early morning first you'll be taken on boat excursion on the holy river Ganges. During this trip you will get to see the bathing ghats and cremation site.as you watch people taking holy dips in Ganges and executing the worshiping rituals on the ghats, you will feel overwhelmed with the oozing spirituality. It will lead you gain deeper insight into your existence in this universe.
After Ganges boat trip, you will be driven back to hotel. After savoring delectable breakfast, chauffeur will take you around Varanasi to visit what you didn't on previous day.
This day you will visit famous Temples, after temple visit Banaras Hindu University, , Bharat Kala bhavan and many other marvelous holy structures.
The beauty of these temples are characterized by their uniqueness and a distinct appeal. Albeit some of them are worn out and are mere ruins, you can easily see the diversity and an acute fineness in craftsmanship. These holy structures and relics make their onlookers turn inwards and gain deeper and higher discernment.
After Tour Chauffeur will transfer to your specified destination. (Railway Station/Airport or Hotel)
Included
- Transfer and sightseeing by Private air condition Car.
- One Night Hotel accommodation with Breakfast in good 3 Star hotels.
- Services of English speaking local tour guide.
- Evening Excursion to Ganga Aarti.
- Morning Boat ride in Ganges.
- All taxes and service charge.
- Breakfast
- Bottled water
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Air or train fare
- Camera fee at monuments
- Expense arising out of unexpected circumstances like natural calamities, flight cancellation or delay
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 01 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 08 people per booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
70%
Aquatic
30%
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