2 daysBoat Ride on the Ganges in Varanasi
Length
2 days
Itinerary
2 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
German, English
Overview
Private 3-hour River Ganges cruise at sunrise in Varanasi.
Sail along the holy river as the rising sun illuminates the riverbanks.
View Varanasi’s temples and 'ghats' (riverside steps) crowded with early morning pilgrims.
See the pilgrims bathe and worship the sun from the waters .
Go ashore to visit a ghat and watch the activity close up.
Boat ride, plus hotel pickup and drop-off included
Day by day itinerary
1Varanasi Boate Ride⌄
After early pickup from your central Varanasi hotel, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to a pier on the River Ganges. Gaze at Varanasi’s streets as they stir into life, and after about 30 minutes, arrive at the ghat (riverside steps) on the River Ganges where your private boat awaits. As the dawn bathes everywhere in a red glow, meet your boatman, settle aboard, and sail onto the river. Have your camera ready to capture the intense colors and commotion at the riverbank temples and ghats See crowds of locals arrive on the steps and offer prayers and flowers to the river — held sacred by all followers of the Hindu religion. Watch the pilgrims bathing in the holy waters, giving thanks for their lives. Around halfway through your cruise, pull up at a ghat and go ashore to explore. Drink in the temple and activity around you, and then return to your boat. As you cruise back to the pier, enjoy your last views of Varanasi’s temples and buildings from the river as the rising sun casts the cityscapes in warm, golden daylight. Finally, step ashore and finish your experience with a hotel drop-off.
2Varanasi Boat Ride⌄
After early pickup from your central Varanasi hotel, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to a pier on the River Ganges. Gaze at Varanasi’s streets as they stir into life, and after about 30 minutes, arrive at the ghat (riverside steps) on the River Ganges where your private boat awaits. As the dawn bathes everywhere in a red glow, meet your boatman, settle aboard, and sail onto the river. Have your camera ready to capture the intense colors and commotion at the riverbank temples and ghats See crowds of locals arrive on the steps and offer prayers and flowers to the river — held sacred by all followers of the Hindu religion. Watch the pilgrims bathing in the holy waters, giving thanks for their lives. Around halfway through your cruise, pull up at a ghat and go ashore to explore. Drink in the temple and activity around you, and then return to your boat. As you cruise back to the pier, enjoy your last views of Varanasi’s temples and buildings from the river as the rising sun casts the cityscapes in warm, golden daylight. Finally, step ashore and finish your experience with a hotel drop-off.
What's included
- ✓Bottled Water
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Transport by private air-condition vehicle
- ✓Boat Ride in Sharing basis
Not included
- ✕Food and drinks, unless specified
- ✕Gratuities
Good to know
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 1 people per booking is required.
- A maximum of 8 people per booking.
- Group discount is available.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
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