- Morning Ganga Aarti
- Yoga session with a professional instructor
- Guided walk along Varanasi’s historic Ghats
- Herbal tea & Light snacks
- Bottled water
- Private transportation (If option selected)
Varanasi Morning Yoga Ganga Aarti and Guided Ghat Tour
Highlight
- Experience the enchanting Morning Ganga Aarti ritual at Assi Ghat.
- Practice yoga on the Ghats as the sun rises over the sacred Ganges.
- Take a guided walk along Varanasi’s historic Ghats.
- Observe daily rituals, see locals offering prayers & learn about each Ghat.
- Conclude your experience with a refreshing herbal tea and a light snack.
- Duration: 4-5 Hours
- Pickup Time: 4:30 AM & 5:00 AM
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Inclusions
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Exclusions
- Yoga mat
- Boat ride
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
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Description
Experience the spiritual heart of Varanasi with a peaceful half-day tour that combines the city's most revered traditions. Begin your journey at Assi Ghat, where you'll witness the enchanting Morning Ganga Aarti, a ritual filled with chants, incense, and the first light of dawn over the sacred Ganges.
Following the Aarti, join a professional instructor for a rejuvenating yoga session on the Ghats. The calming atmosphere and rising sun create the perfect environment for asanas, pranayama, and meditation. After yoga, take a guided walk along Varanasi’s historic Ghats, moving from Assi Ghat to Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Along the way, observe daily rituals, see locals offering prayers, and learn about the spiritual significance of each Ghat. Conclude your experience with a refreshing herbal tea and a light snack, reflecting on the serene beauty and deep spirituality that defines this ancient city.Itinerary
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off:
- Pickup and drop-off services are available for hotels, Airports, Railway stations, and Bus stands in Varanasi. ( If you choose to opt for private transportation)
- Meeting Point:
- Subah-e-Banaras, Assi ghat, Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India (If you choose to opt for a private walking tour)
- Subah-e-Banaras:
- Witness the peaceful and uplifting morning Aarti ceremony, a soulful ritual performed at sunrise on the banks of the sacred Ganges.
- Assi ghat:
- Participate in a 1-hour guided yoga session led by a professional instructor. With the peaceful surroundings and the rising sun over the river, this yoga session includes asanas (yoga postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and meditation.
- Begin your walk at the tranquil Assi Ghat, famous for its morning Ganga Aarti.
- Spend some time enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and sunrise.
- Tulsi Ghat:
- A short walk north brings you to Tulsi Ghat, known for its association with the poet Tulsidas.
- Explore the historical significance of this Ghat.
- Chet Singh Ghat:
- Continue walking to Chet Singh Ghat, notable for its fortress-like architecture.
- Learn about its history, linked to the 18th-century battle between Chet Singh and British forces.
- Maharaja Harishchandra Ghat:
- Walk further to Maharaja Harishchandra Ghat, one of the oldest Ghats in Varanasi, used for cremation rituals.
- Observe the sacred ceremonies from a respectful distance.
- Dashashwamedh Ghat:
- Continue to Dashashwamedh Ghat, the most vibrant and popular Ghat in Varanasi.
- It’s an important site for rituals and ceremonies.
- Manikarnika Ghat:
- Finish your walk at Manikarnika Ghat, the main cremation Ghat, where life and death are intertwined.
- Reflect on the spiritual atmosphere that defines Varanasi.
- Assi Ghat:
- Pause for a refreshing herbal tea and a light snack while enjoying the morning scenes along the riverbank.
- The perfect moment to relax and absorb the spiritual energy of Varanasi.
- After the Ghat exploration, your Instructor will escort you back to your hotel or drop you at the meeting point (as per option selected), concluding the tour.
Tour Ends!
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off:
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Child Policy
- Children and adults will be charged the same amount.
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Departure & ReturnDeparture Point
From our given pickup area point
DepartsSee Availability
Departure TimePickUp Time Start: 04:30| PickUp Time End: 04:30 | Booking Cutoff: Stop selling at 12:00pm, 1 day before travel
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Comfortable yoga clothing and walking shoes are recommended
- Carry a yoga mat and towel with you
- If you choose private transportation, please provide your pickup location. If you choose option for the private walking tour, please proceed directly to the meeting point.
- This is a private tour/activity, therefore only your group can participate
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How to Use
No this is a direct direct
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Cancellation Policy
Pre-Paid Booking
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience starts time in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.