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Tour Overview
This short spiritual getaway is designed for travelers who want to explore the most sacred landmarks of Varanasi, the world’s oldest living city. Across three enriching days, you will witness holy rituals, explore ancient temples, enjoy a peaceful boat ride on the Ganges, and visit the Buddhist heritage site of Sarnath.
Tour Highlights
- Attend the famous Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
- Experience a mesmerizing sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River.
- Guided temple tour including Kashi Vishwanath, Sankat Mochan & Annapurna Temple.
- Half-day excursion to Sarnath.
- Explore vibrant markets and ghats of ancient Varanasi.
Detailed Itinerary
Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. The evening is dedicated to witnessing the divine Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the most sacred rituals in Varanasi. You may choose to watch the ceremony from a riverside boat for a more immersive experience.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Start your day before sunrise with a serene boat ride on the Ganges. Witness morning rituals, prayer ceremonies, and life on the ghats. Later, visit renowned temples including Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Durga Temple, Annapurna Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.
In the afternoon, proceed to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, the museum, and archaeological sites.
Evening free for shopping and local exploration.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
After breakfast, enjoy free time for personal activities or a stroll along the peaceful ghats. Later, transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Your tour ends with blessings from the sacred city of Varanasi.
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Package Details & Booking Terms
- Complete ground arrangements in India as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing at the selected hotels.
- Breakfasts and other meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, intercity travel and sightseeing.
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance.
- Domestic flights, train tickets, activities, entrance fees and guides when specifically included in final itinerary.
- Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure, as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Gov't taxes are included.
- International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Flights, trains or road journeys not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals, entrance fees, permits, camera charges and guides unless included.
- Personal expenses, tips and medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- Expenses caused by weather, cancellations, illness, roadblocks or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Hotels, transport and activities are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times apply as per individual hotel policy.
- Child rates, extra beds and complimentary stays depend on the confirmed hotel’s policy.
- Sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, local restrictions or monument closures.
- The final written quotation will confirm the exact inclusions, exclusions and services.
- A 40% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
- The balance is payable 15 days before the tour or upon arrival in India, if agreed in advance.
- Payments must be made using the official bank or secure payment details provided by Tusk Travel.
- International transfer, card-processing and currency-conversion charges are payable by the traveller.
- 60 days or more before arrival: 10% cancellation charge.
- 59–30 days before arrival: 20% cancellation charge.
- 29–15 days before arrival: 25% cancellation charge.
- 14–8 days before arrival: 50% cancellation charge.
- 7 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% cancellation charge (no refund).
- Issued flight, train, permit and special-event bookings may be non-refundable.
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