Varanasi's free walking tour of spirituality and heritage

Hello, welcome to the spiritual and cultural tour of Varanasi.
I'll take you on a journey within. This walking experience is completely different from any other tour. We'll explore and experience places and things that are outside, but on this tour we'll also take a journey within. You'll not only explore the city, you'll feel it too.

Itinerary:

Start the tour at Hotel Ganges Grand.
Walk through Bangali Tola Gali , a narrow lane known for its street art and paintings. Next stop for a snack at Dadaji da Daba , a popular local restaurant that serves delicious chaat and other snacks.
Next, visit Khicadi Baba Temple , a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Explore the bustling vegetable market and learn about the different types of produce grown and sold in Varanasi.
Next, visit Dashashwamedh Ghat , one of the most famous and lively ghats in Varanasi.
Next, visit the Nepali Temple , a unique temple built by Nepali artisans.
Continue through the Kashi Corridor , a narrow lane that connects several ghats.
Finally, visit the Burning Ghat, where cremations take place around the clock. Learn about the customs and traditions surrounding death in Varanasi and gain a unique perspective on life and death in the city.
The tour ends at Burning Ghat and the guide will be happy to help you arrange transportation back to your hotel or next destination.

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The tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes

Available in English

Guide: Jain

Guiding since 2023

Dear all I am Jain Prasad, I belong to Varanasi(Uttar Pradesh) I am a certified tour guide and trained by the Ministry of Tourism(MOT) & Indian Institute of Tourism & travel management (IITTM). So now I have the badge of incredible India tourist facilitator badge which was issued by Ministry of tourism, government of India.Presently I am conducting tours in Uttarpradesh, Delhi & Rajasthan state.For last 5 years, i am hosting free walking tours, food walks,night walks,Heritage walks, full day & half-day city tours.Also, I have worked with the Yo Tours company for 5 years which is very well known & popular in India & abroad. I have done my graduation in 2014 from BHU University as well as I have completed my master's degree of Tourism in the year 2017. I am passionate about traveling, blogging & cooking food. I speak English, Hindi & regional language.

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36 reviews

Professionalism

4.91

Entertainment

4.66

Communication

4.73

Quality

4.79

Route

4.59

6 stops

2.9 km walking

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:Girja Ghar, Ramapura Luxa, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, IndiaI will be standing in front of the hotel wearing a Guru Walk Tour t-shirt with a black cap. Meeting point: Main gate of St. Thomas ChurchOpen in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Nepali TempleThe Nepali Temple in Varanasi is a replica of the famous Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu. There is evidence to suggest that the land was actually transferred by the ruler of Varanasi to the Nepalese king back in 1843. The temple offers magnificent views of Varanasi and the holy River Ganges.The temple presents a beautiful opportunity to observe and appreciate the art of Kama Sutra carved out of wood.

Outside visit

Manikarnika GhatManikarnika Ghat is a sacred cremation site located on the banks of the Ganges River in the holy city of Varanasi, India. The ghat is a popular and important Hindu pilgrimage site, where the remains of the dead are cremated and their souls are believed to ascend to the heavens. Every day, hundreds of people come to Manikarnika Ghat to witness the cremations and to pay their respects to the dead.

Outside visit

Kashi Chat BhandarKashi Chaat Bhandar is one of the famous shops of Varanasi. Kashi Chaat Bhandar is famous for its taste in the country and abroad. You will get to taste different types of chaat here. Kashi Chaat Bhandar has its own tomato chaat and potato tikki. Most famous for chaat. Kashi Chaat Bhandar is still retaining its old taste and flavours. Apart from this, the chaat found here is served in two leaves and in a kulhad. Due to which the taste of this chaat increases manifold.

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Not suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.