Private 5-Hour Varanasi Tour at Dawn Including Boat Ride

An enlightening and fascinating experience of India’s Hindu-traditions is contained in this early morning tour of Varanasi, Hinduism’s holiest city. Take a sunrise cruise down the holy Ganges River. You will witness the morning activities of Hindus on the river bank, see families attend to cremation services of their departed loved ones at Manikarnika Ghat, and visit the famous Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath). See pilgrims bath at Assi Ghat and local wrestlers fight in mud pits during this cultural experience.

Highlights
• Ganges boat cruise
• Assi Ghat’s bathers
• Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath)
• Cremations at Manikarnika Ghat.

You will be picked up in the early morning hours from your hotel within the city

destined for Assi Ghat.

It is the southernmost entry point to the holy River Ganges. On the way, your guide will explain the significance of the Ganges River in the Hindu religion.

Stop at Assi Ghat to watch pilgrims bathing in what Hindus believe are the river’s holy waters before visiting a series of temples to receive Hindu blessings.

Later cruise along the River Ganges and watch the activity on the river bank. Your cruise concludes at Manikarnika Ghat, one of the most sacred ghats in Varanasi. The bodies of devout Hindus are cremated here in order for their ashes to be carried away by the river. Disembark and walk to the Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath), characterized by its pastel pink exterior and golden spire.

Also enjoy Masala Tea with some light snacks during your tour.

Upon completion of your tour, you will be driven back to your hotel within the city.