Hello there, Varanasi has many secrets that only a local could reveal. Join me on an adventure exploring the most exciting spots and getting the best experience of this magical place as possible.
I'm a Varanasi local; my family has been here for generations. I manage a hotel by the Ganges and have been helping tourists get the best possible experience in Varanasi. This brings me great joy. Now, I'll be your guide to explore the city in the best way possible!
Meeting point:D-5/121, Tripura Bhairwi Rd, Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, IndiaI will be wearing a green capOpen in Google Maps →
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Outside visit
Dashashwamedh Ghat
2
Outside visit
Vishalakshi Temple
3
Outside visit
Manikarnika Ghat
4.7
20 reviews
Professionalism
4.50
Entertainment
4.35
Communication
4.35
Quality
4.50
Route
4.63
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.
We had a truly wonderful time with Balla. His family has lived in Varanasi for generations and he knows the city, its history, its culture and religious stories and rituals very well. He explained so many things and showed us many sights that we never would've found by ourselves.
He is genuinely kind, speaks good English, and went out of his way to make sure we felt looked after. Varanasi is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of place, truly unlike any place we've ever visited, and to have a local telling more about what it's like to live in this ancient city is eye-opening.
We highly recommend this tour with Balla if you're looking to spend time with a local who not only understands Varanasi and its customs, but also is genuinely kind and lives to support his family.
Thank you Balla! And we hope to visit sometime soon again :).
Арсений
1 Review
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Raag Rang Vijay Jaiswal
1 Review
Elllen
2 Reviews
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Jussi
3 Reviews
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Traveled as couple
July 2026
We had a truly wonderful time with Balla. His family has lived in Varanasi for generations and he knows the city, its history, its culture and religious stories and rituals very well. He explained so many things and showed us many sights that we never would've found by ourselves.
He is genuinely kind, speaks good English, and went out of his way to make sure we felt looked after. Varanasi is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of place, truly unlike any place we've ever visited, and to have a local telling more about what it's like to live in this ancient city is eye-opening.
We highly recommend this tour with Balla if you're looking to spend time with a local who not only understands Varanasi and its customs, but also is genuinely kind and lives to support his family.
Thank you Balla! And we hope to visit sometime soon again :).
Арсений
1 Review
Booking verified
Raag Rang Vijay Jaiswal
1 Review
Elllen
2 Reviews
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
July 2026
It was grate and wonderful walk. I truly liked the places we had visited. Balla is a absolutely friendly and very nice person, i liked walking with him, he had showed some of not common but interesting places that other guides simply do not know. Definitely recommend 👌🏻👍🏻
Booking verified
Traveled alone
March 2026
I had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Varanasi with Balla Ji as my tour guide. In a city as ancient, spiritual, and culturally rich as Varanasi, having the right guide makes all the difference—and Balla Ji truly made my journey unforgettable.
His knowledge about the history, traditions, temples, and hidden gems of Varanasi is simply outstanding. From the sacred ghats along the Ganga to the narrow गलियाँ filled with life and stories, he explained everything with such clarity, passion, and depth that it felt like I was not just visiting the city, but truly understanding its soul.
What sets Balla Ji apart is his humble nature, patience, and genuine care for his guests. He never rushes, always listens, and makes sure you feel comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. Whether it’s guiding you through important religious sites, sharing local stories, or helping you experience authentic culture, he does it all with sincerity and dedication.
Thanks to him, my visit to Varanasi became much more than a trip—it became a meaningful and memorable experience. If anyone is planning to visit this incredible city and wants a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind guide, I wholeheartedly and highly recommend Balla Ji. You won’t just see Varanasi—you will feel it!
Traveled in group
October 2025
Nice guru. He spoke good englisch and did a nice route and know so much about the city. It was a wonderfull experience. Thankyou!
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
July 2026
We had a truly wonderful time with Balla. His family has lived in Varanasi for generations and he knows the city, its history, its culture and religious stories and rituals very well. He explained so many things and showed us many sights that we never would've found by ourselves.
He is genuinely kind, speaks good English, and went out of his way to make sure we felt looked after. Varanasi is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of place, truly unlike any place we've ever visited, and to have a local telling more about what it's like to live in this ancient city is eye-opening.
We highly recommend this tour with Balla if you're looking to spend time with a local who not only understands Varanasi and its customs, but also is genuinely kind and lives to support his family.
Thank you Balla! And we hope to visit sometime soon again :).
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
July 2026
It was grate and wonderful walk. I truly liked the places we had visited. Balla is a absolutely friendly and very nice person, i liked walking with him, he had showed some of not common but interesting places that other guides simply do not know. Definitely recommend 👌🏻👍🏻
Booking verified
Traveled alone
March 2026
I had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Varanasi with Balla Ji as my tour guide. In a city as ancient, spiritual, and culturally rich as Varanasi, having the right guide makes all the difference—and Balla Ji truly made my journey unforgettable.
His knowledge about the history, traditions, temples, and hidden gems of Varanasi is simply outstanding. From the sacred ghats along the Ganga to the narrow गलियाँ filled with life and stories, he explained everything with such clarity, passion, and depth that it felt like I was not just visiting the city, but truly understanding its soul.
What sets Balla Ji apart is his humble nature, patience, and genuine care for his guests. He never rushes, always listens, and makes sure you feel comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. Whether it’s guiding you through important religious sites, sharing local stories, or helping you experience authentic culture, he does it all with sincerity and dedication.
Thanks to him, my visit to Varanasi became much more than a trip—it became a meaningful and memorable experience. If anyone is planning to visit this incredible city and wants a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind guide, I wholeheartedly and highly recommend Balla Ji. You won’t just see Varanasi—you will feel it!
Booking verified
Traveled in group
October 2025
Nice guru. He spoke good englisch and did a nice route and know so much about the city. It was a wonderfull experience. Thankyou!
Booking verified
Traveled alone
November 2024
Nos gustó mucho el freetour que nos hizo, muy recomendable.
Traveled as couple
July 2026
It was grate and wonderful walk. I truly liked the places we had visited. Balla is a absolutely friendly and very nice person, i liked walking with him, he had showed some of not common but interesting places that other guides simply do not know. Definitely recommend 👌🏻👍🏻
Booking verified
Traveled alone
March 2026
I had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Varanasi with Balla Ji as my tour guide. In a city as ancient, spiritual, and culturally rich as Varanasi, having the right guide makes all the difference—and Balla Ji truly made my journey unforgettable.
His knowledge about the history, traditions, temples, and hidden gems of Varanasi is simply outstanding. From the sacred ghats along the Ganga to the narrow गलियाँ filled with life and stories, he explained everything with such clarity, passion, and depth that it felt like I was not just visiting the city, but truly understanding its soul.
What sets Balla Ji apart is his humble nature, patience, and genuine care for his guests. He never rushes, always listens, and makes sure you feel comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. Whether it’s guiding you through important religious sites, sharing local stories, or helping you experience authentic culture, he does it all with sincerity and dedication.
Thanks to him, my visit to Varanasi became much more than a trip—it became a meaningful and memorable experience. If anyone is planning to visit this incredible city and wants a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind guide, I wholeheartedly and highly recommend Balla Ji. You won’t just see Varanasi—you will feel it!
Traveled in group
October 2025
Nice guru. He spoke good englisch and did a nice route and know so much about the city. It was a wonderfull experience. Thankyou!
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
July 2026
We had a truly wonderful time with Balla. His family has lived in Varanasi for generations and he knows the city, its history, its culture and religious stories and rituals very well. He explained so many things and showed us many sights that we never would've found by ourselves.
He is genuinely kind, speaks good English, and went out of his way to make sure we felt looked after. Varanasi is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of place, truly unlike any place we've ever visited, and to have a local telling more about what it's like to live in this ancient city is eye-opening.
We highly recommend this tour with Balla if you're looking to spend time with a local who not only understands Varanasi and its customs, but also is genuinely kind and lives to support his family.
Thank you Balla! And we hope to visit sometime soon again :).
Booking verified
Traveled as couple
July 2026
It was grate and wonderful walk. I truly liked the places we had visited. Balla is a absolutely friendly and very nice person, i liked walking with him, he had showed some of not common but interesting places that other guides simply do not know. Definitely recommend 👌🏻👍🏻
Booking verified
Traveled alone
March 2026
I had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Varanasi with Balla Ji as my tour guide. In a city as ancient, spiritual, and culturally rich as Varanasi, having the right guide makes all the difference—and Balla Ji truly made my journey unforgettable.
His knowledge about the history, traditions, temples, and hidden gems of Varanasi is simply outstanding. From the sacred ghats along the Ganga to the narrow गलियाँ filled with life and stories, he explained everything with such clarity, passion, and depth that it felt like I was not just visiting the city, but truly understanding its soul.
What sets Balla Ji apart is his humble nature, patience, and genuine care for his guests. He never rushes, always listens, and makes sure you feel comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. Whether it’s guiding you through important religious sites, sharing local stories, or helping you experience authentic culture, he does it all with sincerity and dedication.
Thanks to him, my visit to Varanasi became much more than a trip—it became a meaningful and memorable experience. If anyone is planning to visit this incredible city and wants a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind guide, I wholeheartedly and highly recommend Balla Ji. You won’t just see Varanasi—you will feel it!
Booking verified
Traveled in group
October 2025
Nice guru. He spoke good englisch and did a nice route and know so much about the city. It was a wonderfull experience. Thankyou!
Booking verified
Traveled alone
November 2024
Nos gustó mucho el freetour que nos hizo, muy recomendable.
