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Varanasi Tour
Varanasi, located in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, is a city with a rich history, culture, and spirituality. Here is a suggested 3-day itinerary for a Varanasi tour:
Day 01: Varanasi Arrival
Arrive in Varanasi and check into your hotel.
Start your day with a visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the most important Hindu temples in India. take a boat ride on the River Ganges and witness the evening Ganga Aarti, a Hindu ritual where fire is offered to the river. It is a mesmerizing experience that you cannot miss.
In the evening, take a walk through the narrow lanes of Varanasi and explore the local markets.
Day 02: Varanasi Sightseeing & Excursion
Start your day early with a sunrise boat ride on the River Ganges. You can witness the morning rituals of the locals, and also visit the Manikarnika Ghat, which is one of the oldest and most important ghats in Varanasi. After the boat ride, Excursion to the Sarnath Archaeological Site, which is a Buddhist pilgrimage site and the place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after enlightenment. Next, visit the Dhamek Stupa, which is a 34-meter high stupa built in the 5th century to commemorate Lord Buddha’s teachings. In the evening, attend a classical music concert at the Varanasi Music Academy
Day 03: Varanasi Sightseeing & Departure
Start your day with a visit to the Ramnagar Fort, which is a beautiful 17th-century fort located on the banks of the River Ganges. Next, visit the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, which houses a collection of ancient Indian art, sculptures, and artifacts. After the museum, visit the Banaras Hindu University, which is one of the largest residential universities in Asia. Later timely transfer to Varanasi Railway Station / Airport to board the flight for onward journey.
This 3-day itinerary will give you a good taste of Varanasi’s spirituality, culture, and history. However, there are many more places to visit in Varanasi, and you can always customize your itinerary based on your interests and the duration of your stay.
Varanasi City Information Top Attractions
Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Banaras, is an ancient and holy city located in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Here are some of the must-visit places for sightseeing in Varanasi:
Kashi Vishwanath Temple: This is one of the most important Hindu temples in India, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located in the heart of Varanasi and is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus.
River Ganges: The River Ganges is considered to be one of the holiest rivers in India. Take a boat ride on the river to witness the daily rituals and ceremonies performed by the locals.
Manikarnika Ghat: This is one of the oldest and most important ghats in Varanasi. It is a cremation ghat, and witnessing the cremation rituals is considered to be an important part of the Varanasi experience.
Sarnath Archaeological Site: This is a Buddhist pilgrimage site located 13 km from Varanasi. It is the place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after enlightenment.
Dhamek Stupa: This is a 34-meter high stupa built in the 5th century to commemorate Lord Buddha’s teachings. It is a major attraction at the Sarnath Archaeological Site.
Ramnagar Fort: This is a beautiful 17th-century fort located on the banks of the River Ganges. It houses a museum that displays the royal collections of the Maharaja of Varanasi.
Banaras Hindu University: This is one of the largest residential universities in Asia. It has a sprawling campus with several museums and temples.
Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum: This museum houses a collection of ancient Indian art, sculptures, and artifacts. It is located on the campus of Banaras Hindu University.
Tulsi Manas Temple: This is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Rama. The walls of the temple are inscribed with the verses of the Ramcharitmanas, an epic poem written by the saint Tulsidas.
Assi Ghat: This is a popular ghat located at the confluence of the River Ganges and the Assi River. It is a great place to watch the sunrise and the evening Ganga Aarti.
These are just a few of the many places to visit in Varanasi. Other notable places include the Alamgir Mosque, the Kedar Ghat, and the Chunar Fort. Varanasi is a city with a rich history, culture, and spirituality, and exploring it is a unique and unforgettable experience.
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Companion Travels Advises All The Travelers
Research and compare hotels: Travelers can research hotels online and compare the amenities, locations, and compatibility with international travelers to find the best option for your stay.
Check reviews: Read reviews from previous guests to get an idea of the hotel’s quality and service. Many websites like TripAdvisor, and Yelp offer reviews from other travelers.
Consider location: Consider the location of the hotel and its proximity to the places you want to visit and as per your interest such as city center or city outskirts. Also, check for nearby restaurants and attractions.
Ask for recommendations: Ask friends or family members who have stayed in the area for recommendations. You can also consult travel bloggers or travel agents for their opinions.
Once you have found your preferred hotel, you can inform Companion Travels, and we can book the same for you if it meets criteria for good reviews.
**Companion Travels selects the hotels based on Good Reviews. If you have any preferred hotels to stay, we will book the same for you
**Hotels subject to available at the time of booking or similar category hotel will be booked. Any difference in price will be acknowledged
Exclusive Vehicle
For Transportation, An Exclusive Vehicle on Rent will be arranged. Based on Number of Travelers we can arrange Sedan for 2 persons | SUVs for 4 persons | Tempo Traveler for 6 to 9 persons | Mini Coach for 12 to 15 persons | Medium Coach for 16 to 25 persons | Large Coach for 25 to 45 Persons.
*All our vehicles are exclusively used by International Travelers and matched the good standards of Cleanliness and Hygiene.
Luxury Bus
Luxury Volvo Buses can be used as well based on Itinerary. Using volvo buses can be really useful, comfortable and cost effective. For Example, if you only want to visit a single City such Dharamshala or Manali or Shimla from Delhi. Our representative will assist you to board the bus in Delhi. Once you reach the destination our local representative will assist you with exclusive vehicle for local duty.
Train Journeys Overnight or Toy Trains
Luxury Trains can also be used as well based on Itinerary. To cover long distances, Traveling by Trains are comfortable and cost effective. For Example, if you only want to visit a single City such Varanasi or Jaisalmer or Amritsar from Delhi. Our representative will assist you to board the bus in Delhi. Once you reach the destination our local representative will assist you with exclusive vehicle for local duty.
Fly
To save time and considering your travel preference and comfortability, Air journeys are always best to go by. Most of the Tourist places in India, have access to airports.
Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- An Exclusive Vehicle
- Daily Breakfast
- Airport/Railway Station Pick & Drop
- Sightseeing as per final Itinerary
- Driver Expenses
- 5%GST and Transport State Tax, Toll Tax
- Lunch/dinner at hotels
- Room service
- Telephone calls and laundry
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine mineral water, telephone charges, guide charges, boating charges, entrance fees and all items of personal nature
- Any service not specified in inclusions
- Above rates are subject to availability
- Cancellation charges as per company policy
- Room category in all packages are the base category rooms
- In case we are not able to provide the same hotels as mentioned, then we shall provide similar alternate properties, change in the cost if any will be advised.
Companion Travels Booking Policies
Confirmation Policy
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.
Refund Policy
- The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.
- Any Transaction Charge during bank transfer on applicable refunds will be born by the customer only.
Cancellation Policy
- If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
Payment Terms Policy
- 100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 0 days before the date of booking
If Travel within 30~15days – payment on 00 working days of confirmation
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