Day 01: Arrive in Varanasi & Experience Divine Ganga Aarti
Varanasi is the center of spirituality in India, so welcome to Varanasi. When you arrive at either the airport or railway station, we will greet you upon arrival and transfer you to your hotel to check in for a good night’s rest.
In the evening, we invite you to witness an unforgettable Ganga Aarti at the Ganges River, which is a sacred river in India. The Ganga Aarti is a special ceremony that takes place at the Hindu temples, where prayers are made with songs and chants by priests, and incense and lamps are also used during this sacred ritual. Being around the atmosphere created by so much love, light, and spirituality will make you feel totally moved.
If you want an even more intimate experience while at the Aarti, you can choose to take an optional boat ride (extra cost) to view the ceremony from the river’s edge.
Overnight at the hotel in Varanasi.
Highlights:
- Evening Ganga Aarti at the Ghats
- Optional boat ride during Aarti
Day 02:- Sunrise Boat Ride, Temple दर्शन & Sarnath Excursion
Morning with a very calm and serene boat ride on the majestic Ganges River at sunrise. The sunrise over Varanasi is spectacular and you will also watch as the followers of the various religions wake up and begin performing their rituals of worship as well as giving reverence to the sun and taking holy baths in the Ganges. This will be a wonderful experience that provides a great expectation of the spiritual richness of life in Varanasi.
After your boat ride, you will next proceed to visit some of the most well-known temples in Varanasi, including the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Following your visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, you will visit the Annapurna Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and Durga Temple (Durga kund). You will also pass through the noted campus of the Banaras Hindu University, which is known for both heritage and academics.
After breakfast and some time for relaxing at the hotel, you will head toward Sarnath, which is a major Buddhist religious site and the location where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. You will visit major historical sites, including Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, and the Archaeological Museum, where you will find many old relics and sculptures.
By evening, you will be dropped at the airport or railway station with unforgettable memories of your spiritual journey.
