Experience the spiritual essence of Varanasi with this private 5-hour early morning tour. Witness the sacred rituals performed along the Ganges River as the city awakens. This immersive journey includes a sunrise boat ride on the holy Ganges, a visit to the revered Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath), and insights into Hindu traditions, including public cremation at Manikarnika Ghat. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Varanasi are included for your convenience.
Highlights
- Private 5-hour Varanasi sunrise tour, including a boat ride on the River Ganges
- A rich cultural experience perfect for first-time visitors
- Witness morning rituals and pilgrims bathing at Assi Ghat
- Visit the sacred Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath)
- Observe cremation ceremonies at Manikarnika Ghat
- Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
What to Expect
Begin your spiritual journey with a 5:00 AM pickup from your hotel in Varanasi. Travel to Assi Ghat, the southernmost point of the Ganges in the city. Along the way, your expert guide will introduce you to the religious significance of the river in Hindu belief.
At Assi Ghat, watch as pilgrims take holy dips and perform rituals to greet the day. Visit nearby temples to experience traditional Hindu blessings. You’ll then head to a local akhara (wrestling arena) to see pehalwans engage in traditional mud wrestling—an age-old discipline rooted in Indian culture.
Next, board your boat for a serene sunrise ride along the Ganges. Witness life along the ghats—priests performing prayers, locals starting their day, and the moving cremation rituals at Manikarnika Ghat, one of the most sacred ghats in India.
Disembark and walk through the old city’s winding alleys toward the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple, adorned with a golden spire and known for its deep spiritual importance.
End your tour with a warm cup of tea while your guide shares deeper insights into Varanasi’s culture and traditions. You’ll then be dropped off back at your hotel.
