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Morning Sunrise in Varanasi

Duration: 3h
Languages: English
Guru: Chandan
Registered on July 14, 2019

I enjoy my work as a guide because the most interesting part of my profession is meeting people from all over the world. Being a guide I love to take the initiative to make my Guest feel comfortable and let them know about our Religion, the opinion of the people and Know the religion and tradition well. Receiving people from all corners of the world with a warm welcome as a guest to India and saying goodbye to them as a good friend is my quality.

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Rise early at 5am, when you’ll board a vehicle destined for Assi Ghat, the southernmost entry point to the holy River Ganges. Guide explains the significance of the Ganges River in the Hindu religion. Stop at Assi Ghat to watch pilgrims bathing in the allegedly holy waters before visiting a series of temples to receive Hindu blessings. Then, head to a stadium to watch pehalwans (wrestlers) fight one another in a mud pit, before boarding a boat to cruise along the River Ganges. Your cruise concludes at Manikarnika Ghat, one of the most sacred ghats in Varanasi. The bodies of devout Hindus are cremated here in order for their ashes to be carried away by the river.

Note - Boat ride charge is extra cost 
            600₹ per person ( Minimum 2 person)

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    B.1/224, Assi Ghat Rd, Shivala, Varan...
    B.1/224, Assi Ghat Rd, Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India
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  • 1
    Outside visit
    Subah-e-Banaras
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Tulsi Ghat
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Lolark Kund
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Manikarnika Ghat
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Vishwanath Temple Road

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

36 ratings
4.8
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Professionalism
4.86
Fun
4.71
Expression
4.83
Quality
4.82
Route
4.82
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Patrick 13 Apr 2024
Taipei

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Really a nice experience. Even thought the boat wasn’t available due to the festival, the whole tour is still wonderful. Chandan showed the beauty of Varanasi in the early morning. That’s really nice to walk in the comfortable sun light and the calming environment.
Marieke 01 Apr 2024

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2024
The Varanasi early morning tour with Chandan was great. Chandan is a very knowledgable guide who has a lot of information about Varanasi to share and takes time to answer any question. Yes, starting a tour at 5 am is extremely early, but absolutely worth your effort 😅
FERNANDO 13 Dec 2023
Burgos

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Travelled alone - Dec 2023
Un tour espectacular! Enpezamos viendo una ceremonia en Assy Ghat, dimos un paseo en barca(*) de mas de una hora en el que el guía nos explico mucho acerca de la cultura y religión y acabamos con la barca justo en frente de Manikarnika Ghat donde estuvimos presenciando la ceremonia de la cremación a escasos 5 metros. No dudaría en coger este tour.
Tom Brook 12 Dec 2023
Auckland

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Travelled in couple - Dec 2023
Chandan is an amazing person, super friendly and knowledgeable. This tour was our favorite part of our visit to Varanasi, it is a must-do.
Andrew 09 Dec 2023
Melbourne

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Travelled alone - Dec 2023
Chandan provided an insightful tour and explanation on the history of Varanasi . A good tour.....thanks
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour requires the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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