Day Trips in Varanasi

See the ancient city of Varanasi come to life as you make your way down the scenic Ganges River by boat. Observe Hindus practicing their morning rituals as the sun comes up along the banks of the river and learn about local customs and traditions from your expert guide.

Enjoy a full day private trip to Gangasagar with hotel pickup and drop-off from any Kolkata location. Discover the area of the Bay of Bengal, the Holy River of Ganges and once you arrive at Kakdwip board one of the local ferries to reach Kachuberia. Visit Ramakrishna Mission, The Bharat Sevashram Sangha Temple, and the renowned Omkarnath Temple.

Experience Varanasi on a sunrise cruise on the Ganges River followed by visits to several temples during a 5-hour tour accompanied by a private guide. Ride in a boat from Assi Ghat to Daswamedha Ghat, observe a puja ceremony at Kashi Vishwanath temple, and visit two more temples for a comprehensive overview of one of world's oldest living cities. Includes traditional vegetarian breakfast, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

The 5,000-year-old city of Varanasi is one of the world's most energetic spiritual hubs, packed with teeming temples and thrilling fire rituals. With such a wealth of sights, it would take most travelers weeks to tick off even the highlights. But you'll cover the best of Varanasi during this action-packed walking tour, which also includes a sunrise boat ride, classical dance show, lunch, and transportation.

This half-day tour transports travelers to the site where Buddha gave his very first sermon back in 528 BC. Venture outside the city and spend some time at Sarnath, one of the religion's most important landmarks.