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About this activity

Sarnath: Located merely 8 kilometers away from Varanasi, Sarnath is one of the major Buddhist attractions venerated by the Buddhists from all across the globe. It was at Sarnath where the Lord Gautama Buddha after attaining enlightenment had preached His first sermon to His five disciples.

• Banaras Hindu University:Scattered over a vast area of 2,000 acres, the Banaras Hindu University has the privilege of being the largest and the oldest university of north India.

• Tulsi Manas Temple:Built in the year 1964, the Tulsi Manas temple is one of the major attractions of Varanasi. The 'white marble' temple, which has been dedicated to the Hindu God Lord Rama and His consort, the Goddess Sita, also reflects an excellent work of art in its interiors.

• Attend Ganga Aarti at Holy River Ghat.

• Enjoy the company of our knowledgeable Local Tour Guide, who will brief you about the sacred place.

What you can expect – Itinerary is given below for your reference

Day 1: Arrive Varanasi

On time pick-up from Varanasi Airport. Our Tour Escort will meet and assist you till check-in at hotel.

Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing

Morning breakfast at Hotel.

Later proceed for the sightseeing tour of Varanasi, including visit to Bharat Mata Temple with a big relief Map of India in Marble, Tulsi Manas Temple, Banaras Hindu University which is an art Gallery and the Mosque of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb built on a site of an ancient Hindu Temple. Evening attend Ganga Aarti at Holy River Ghat.

Day 3: Varanasi – Excursion to Sarnath

In the early morning, enjoy boat cruise on River Ganges. Thousands of pilgrims throng the water's edge, bathing, worshipping, and meditating. On stone platforms under palm leaf umbrellas, the Pandas-Brahmin priests preside over rites and rituals. Every devout Hindu wants to visit Varanasi to purify body and soul in the Ganges River. The boat trip will also cover various Ghats including the cremation sites.

Return to hotel for breakfast.

Later proceed for excursion to Sarnath. It was here that the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon and set in motion the wheel of law of Buddhist faith. Evening on time, drop back to Varanasi Hotel.

Day 4: Varanasi – Departure

After breakfast at Hotel, on time transfer to Airport to connect flight for onward destination.

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Included

Based on using Standard Hotels, for total 03 Nights stay in Varanasi.
All transport services including the pick-up & drop from Hotel, during sightseeing tours as per itinerary, using Private Air Conditioned vehicle.
Professional English Speaking Guide services throughout the trip.
Boat Ride on Holy River Ganges.
Ganga Aarti at Holy River Ghat.
Government Tax.
Entry/Admission - Tulsi Manas Temple
Entry/Admission - Bharat Mata Temple
Entry/Admission - Banaras Hindu University

Not included

Any expenses of personal nature.
Any meals apart from breakfast.
Entrance Fees at Monuments.
Any porterage.

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If cancelled between 3 and 6 days in advance of the scheduled departure, 50% cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, 100% cancellation fee.
The tour is open for all the days and booking can be processed at cut-off of 48 Hrs.
From Varanasi Hotel.
Around 0800 Hrs. However, this can be modified as per the convenience of guest.
You will be notified departure time after booking.
Approx. 4 – 5 Hrs
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cultural

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