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Ganges Rituals: Hindu Traditions at Sunrise
4.8
10 Ratings
Varanasi
Discover the rich culture and traditions of Hinduism along the banks of the River Ganges in Varanasi. Observe the sacred rituals performed by Hindus at sunrise. Varanasi, a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, dates back to the 11th century and attracts pilgrims from around the globe who come to take a holy dip in the River Ganges.
Discover the rich culture and traditions of Hinduism along the banks of the River Ganges in Varanasi. Observe the sacred rituals performed by Hindus at sunrise. Varanasi, a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, dates back to the 11th century and attracts pilgrims from around the globe who come to take a holy dip in the River Ganges.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Assi Ghat - The tour begins with a hotel pickup by the guide at 5:00 AM in summer or 6:00 AM in winter, with the exact time confirmed after booking. Upon arrival at the ghat, embark on a boat for an unforgettable journey on the Ganges, passing numerous Ghats and observing the city awaken as the day unfolds.
- Manikarnika Ghat - Join this tour…
- Assi Ghat - The tour begins with a hotel pickup by the guide at 5:00 AM in summer or 6:00 AM in winter, with the exact time confirmed after booking. Upon arrival at the ghat, embark on a boat for an unforgettable journey on the Ganges, passing numerous Ghats and observing the city awaken as the day unfolds.
- Manikarnika Ghat - Join this tour to explore the ancient city at dawn with a boat ride along the vibrant ghats (stone steps where pilgrims perform rituals). At Manikarnika Ghat, a significant site for Hindu cremations, witness a funeral pyre.
- Ganga River - After the boat ride, stroll through the oldest part of Varanasi to immerse in the city’s rich culture and heritage. Following the tour, the guide will return you to your hotel.
What's Included
- English speaking local guide
- Pick-up & drop off by Car
- Approx. 40 minutes small boat ride over Ganges
- English speaking local guide
- Pick-up & drop off by Car
- Approx. 40 minutes small boat ride over Ganges
What's Not Included
- Tips/Gratuities (recommended)
- Any Meals or drinks (Available to purchase, approx. cost 5-6 USD per person)
- Tips/Gratuities (recommended)
- Any Meals or drinks (Available to purchase, approx. cost 5-6 USD per person)
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- In case tour could not be runned not day of travel, alternate shall be provided or a full refund is granted.
- No minimum age required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- In case tour could not be runned not day of travel, alternate shall be provided or a full refund is granted.
- No minimum age required
Location
Assi Ghat
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
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Jonbb8137qf
Aug 6, 2023
Great experience - It was a great experience. We felt really comfortable and safe with the guide Hemant. We totally recomend.
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Teijir0t
Apr 30, 2023
exccelent - he wastaking care of participant,polite attitude,good explanation by plain English.
we are very appriciate.
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Matthewlo4691gr
Mar 16, 2023
Highly recommend this tour - Excellent information, street walk through old town very easy to book and boat ride was safe. Highly recommend for all tourists
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Vidhuh2023
Mar 16, 2023
Awesome Must visit for everyone - Very good experience with guide in heritage walk and ganga aatri. Guide was knowledgeable and courteous. He explained us about history of Varanasi various ghats and ganga aarti
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Ssross0105
Mar 8, 2023
Summer vacation - Thanks for the great memories .
It was a wonderful guide. When I asked him if he wanted to bathe, he granted it. Thank you so much. If you are coming to Varanasi, please use it.
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Master_0901
Mar 8, 2023
Good - Good tour guide！
It helped me to understand English pronunciation easily.
良いツアーでした。
英語の発音が聞き取りやすく、助かりました。
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Julianol2606zn
Feb 8, 2023
Excellent - Very nice experience, the boat ride and walk along the old varanasi, the very friendly guide and arrived on schedule to meet us at the hotel.
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Danielase6041bd
Feb 8, 2023
Recommended - Very beautiful experience, the guide was very friendly and explained everything perfectly, and the tour was also fine, nice.
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Dasuio
Feb 6, 2023
great experience! - boot trip at sunrise, heritage walk, temples. it was a very great experience to watch the sunrise at the ghat. our guide gave as a lot of insights about the sights.
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Wanderer765501
Oct 21, 2025
Sunrise boat ride - The tour was average - the guide arrived but had to wait around for the Toot Toot driver then had to wait for the boat to arrive who had taken a party out before us. The boat ride was fine but the heritage walk was more about shopping than the history of the old town.
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