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Varanasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour
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Varanasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour

By Varanasi Day Tours
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Ages 6-99
Duration: 3–4 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Professional English speaking Guide [For Safe & Honourable tourism we provide only incensed Guide]
  • Professional guide in other language [French/ German, Spanish/ Italian] on demand and availability
  • Private Boat ride
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off by private AC vehicle [If needed]
  • A private chair in a private balcony with best view of aarti
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Tips


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Any Hotel Located in the city Limit of Varanasi
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Near public transportation
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7330P4

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
        • A maximum of 10 people per booking
        • Children must be accompanied by an adult
        • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7330P4

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        • Varanasi Day Tours
          369
          Varanasi, India
        • Adventurer101400
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent person
          Indrajeet is possibily the best person you the best person in Varanasi to organise your tour. He goes out of the way to guide you to have a smooth trip. Most recommend person if you are travelling to Varanasi and surrounding areas
          Written 17 January 2025
        • Fabgroova3
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A Fantastic Day
          We had a fantastic day learning about Buddhism with Indrajeet. His knowledge is excellent & we learnt so much from him. Visiting Sarnath is a relaxing adventure. We highly recommend this tour.
          Written 9 January 2025
        • Coastal64265762659
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Varanasi boat tour
          Satish was a great guide—knowledgeable, and incredibly understanding of people’s needs (we traveled with our 79-year-old mum). He was also very accommodating, especially when we had to reschedule our tour from evening boat tour to morning boat tour due to flight cancellations The tour itself was fantastic—rich with historical facts, fascinating anecdotes, and deeply moving moments. Everything was perfectly planned and executed. We 100% recommend Satish and Varanasi Day Tour!
          Written 8 January 2025
        • duffer52
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very Informative tour of Sarnath
          My wife, her sister and I did the Sarnath tour from Varanasi with the guide Mr Indrajeet Kumar of Varanasi Day Tours. We learned a lot about Lord Gautam Buddha and his teachings. The tour was very educational. Mr Indrajeet Kumar is an excellent guide and can also provide services to tourists all over North India
          Written 8 January 2025
        • W4847QAclaudiat
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          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nice Boat trip in late morning
          Vinit Pandey is a good guide. Told ts a lot of Hinduism and the the holy city Varanasi. Nice walk after boat ride through the alleies.
          Written 7 January 2025
        • desireehG2180RR
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          An Fantastic Tour
          Our tour with Vinod was fantastic! It was really well paced and Vinod is a wealth of knowledge. He was able to tell us so much about the history and culture of the city and rituals we saw on our early morning tour. We really appreciated his thoughtful insights and genuine love for his city. We started the tour with an early morning chai and a stroll along the bank of the Ganges. So much happens in the early hours of the morning and Vinod gave us a lovely walking tour before we started out on the boat. I enjoyed the boat ride a lot. We were able to watch the sunrise on the river and Vinod stopped the boat and let us take it all in. The description did say row boat but our tour was on a motor boat. My husband and I have differing opinions on weather this was good or not. I however thought it was great. I highly recommend this tour!
          Written 2 January 2025
        • Sunshine53854567078
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          100% Worth if you want to discover Varanasi
          Great tour. Our guide Vinit Pandey was very interesting and made us discover unbelievable places in the old city of Varanasi and accommodated all our wishes
          Written 31 December 2024
        • L9840QOkatarzynak
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Truly recommend!
          I fully recommend this trip. Vinod, our tour guide was super kind, helpful, shared many interesting facts about Indian culture and religious activities. He was keen to responding all the questions we had. Everything was well planned and organized. Thank you!
          Written 19 December 2024
        • Cruiser14898928962
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          extremely satisfied
          Best guide. Satish was very knowledgeable of history if varanasi. Was punctual for pick up.Will request for him to be my guide if I return to Varanasi
          Written 16 December 2024
        • philipwM6400XA
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful Day in Varanasi
          We were collected from out hotel at 5:30 by Mr Vinit Pandey for firstly a boat ride on the Ganges then spent the remainder of the day visiting the various locations on the agenda. Finishing with another boar ride in the evening which included viewing of the funeral pyres on the ghats on the banks of the Ganges. Found Mr Pandey to a a knowledgeable guide and looked after us very well for the whole day. Recommended.
          Written 3 December 2024
        • Pratima B
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          I was in Varanasi years ago, the intensity but charm that this city offers is next level.
          This is my second time doing a paddle boat, and I absolutely love the experience. There is calmness, when your boat is just idling on the Ganga. Definitely a once, or twice in a lifetime experience. 🙂
          Written 24 November 2024
        • JanM794
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Sensitive explanation for the cremation gnats and the importance of varanasi and the Ganges
          I booked this tour with Indrajeet, his communication was great and He met us on time at the front of the Hotel Grand Ganges as planned. We walked through the crowded streets of Varanasi at an enjoyable pace. He is a great at explaining the importance of the Varanasi and the Ganges and how they are so essential for those of Hindu faith, We stopped for coffee and I liked way he explained the circle of life through to death before we reached the cremation gnat, understanding the importance of ceremony was so valuable and He made us consider death in a different. As an added bonus, He didn't suggest any shopping and paid for our coffee. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone visiting Varanasi and wished we had met him earlier in our tour
          Written 18 November 2024
        • Tourist04823806469
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          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Pleasant boat ride
          Indrajeet was a lovely and very professional host. His english is excellent and we learned a lot about the ghats of Varanasi that we did not know. He ensured that we had water and that the trip to the boat area went smoothly by organising a tuk tuk. Seeing Varanasi from this perspective is a wonderful way to take in the city, especially in the morning when it's less chaotic. A couple of small criticisms - the tour was meant to start at 5 but instead the pickup was scheduled for 5:45 and finished at 8, so was not 3 hours as advertised and did not get to see a sunrise on the water. The boat was advertised as a row boat however it is a motor boat. I will say that the current is very strong so I can understand why that might be impractical, but maybe change the description. Finally, I think it was a bit overpriced.
          Written 14 November 2024
        • 392sharadu
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The Birthplace of Buddhism
          The place which was chosen by Buddha deliver his first cermon which is known as "DHARM CHAKRA PRAVARTAN SUTRA" and also holded the Sangha. The best place to meditate on Buddha teachings.
          Written 13 November 2024
        • P666TEstuartm
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Incredible experience for last minute call
          For a last minute call, Indrajeet was incredibly organized and able. His ease, knowledge and delivery were excellent. I could not recommend him and his company enough. Thank you
          Written 12 November 2024
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        Sridhar
        Eden Prairie, MN436 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2023 • Family
        We took a private boat to witness the aarthi in the evening. There is no fixed price for the boat ride and you have to really talk to the operators and agree to a price before you begin the ride. The boats dock close to the banks where the aarthi is performed and you can witness the aarthi from your boat. Expect a large number of boats to dock. The aarthi was at 7:30pm or so but we started riding toward the ghat at 6:15pm. So, plan your ride.
        Written 18 July 2023
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        Sangaran G
        8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Excellent service. Tour was well coordinated and very prompt in the timings and contacting visitors. Indrajeet went the extra mile to suggest amendments to plans do that we could have a better experience. Guide Chanchal was very accommodating and ensured the tour was well executed. Highly recommended.
        Written 6 March 2023
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        Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We're glad to hear that you found our service to be excellent and that I was able to suggest amendments to enhance your experience. It's great to hear that Chanchal, your guide, was accommodating and ensured the tour was well-executed. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future for another great experience. Kind Regards, Indrajeet Kumar Mobile: +91 9415206372
        Written 10 May 2023
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        Journey38798233662
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Family
        Very beautiful tour! Vinod (the guide) was very kind, informative and interesting. He didn’t just explain what we saw but also gave us fascinating glimpses into Varanasi and Hindu culture. The ceremony for the sunset was gorgeous and impressive. He even overstretched a little the timing of the tour to show us also a bit of the old city, which actually wasn’t included. Very happy, we can just recommend it! Btw the organizers are very efficient, a few minutes after I had booked the tour via Booking.com they already contacted me via Whatsapp for the last details and the guide picked us straight from the hotel.
        Written 1 May 2024
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        Coolbunny
        32 contributions
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        Dec 2019 • Couples
        We were very disappointed with this tour. It was only 2 hours and not 3 hours as advertised. We booked this tour from Australia and it turned out it was way over priced 6500INR ($130AUD). All we did was get into a little boat that we could have hired for 600 INR ($12AUD) and looked at two sites. The guide was pleasant enough but not passionate or interested.
        Look for a tour when you arrive to save money.
        Written 3 January 2020
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        Dear Karike Ashworth, Thanks for your valuable time to review about Your Varanasi Evening Aarti tour. It is true that this tour is specially for those tourist who comes to Varanasi for one or two nights, can save their money and time. Otherwise if someone comes for long stay, can explore the city themselves. If you are visiting any place first time in your life, it will be like a puzzle for you, and once you solve the puzzle, it will be no more puzzle for you. So that our all tours are best for the short time visitors. Your tour was booked for 26th December, but you’ve requested for reschedule it for next day on 27th December. I was reschedule at the last day without any condition. You’ve been staying at the hotel, which is very close to the sight of Evening Aarti. So that it saved little time of pickup and drop off to your hotel, so it was little shorter. I hope same happened with you. I can understand your frustration. Because I’ve assigned one of the best, most knowledgeable, passionate and cool guide for you. So it is not acceptable that he was not interested. Varanasi tour, specially river front (Ghat) and all Hindu rituals are not like a tour but a life time experience because it is not organised, but happens. And of course it is free of cost for any one. But without the explanation by an expert guide, one will not be able to understand anything in Varanasi and all the activity will remain a puzzle. So the role of a guide in Varanasi is very important for the people from deferent geographic and culture. We always use highly qualified and very professional guide, and our all guides are licensed by ministry of tourism government of India. So the highest amount of our tour cost goes to the guides. Boat ride and hotel pickup are very nominal and secondary expenses. Since you were staying very close to the main Ghat, so that it was possible for you to walk there. But you should also consider that how guide was able to report at your hotel on exact time schedule, without any delay, since it is not possible for a guide to have his/ her home so close to the hotel. Thanks for visiting Varanasi and hope you'll come again. Kind Regards, Indrajeet Kumar Mobile: +91 94152-6372
        Written 13 January 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Poonam
        Mumbai, India28 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        Lots of boats are stacked up on the river for the Arti , so you may not get a very good view. Avoid taking a motorboat , the noise is bad. Insist on staying till the end of the arti, since most boats start moving out after 20 mins and you are not able to witness the complete process. Even better to go early and try to sit on the ghat itself , closer to the arti site.
        Written 3 April 2022
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        Dear Traveller, Although you did not use our services/ Business, but reviewed here. I am so sorry to know that you did not have a good experience of Evening Aarti Tour. Sorry to say that you did not use our services so that you had this experience. If you had taken our services, It would have been a wonderful experience for you. Our all of tours are private and guided. Always we use well trained/ professional and a licensed guide. Our guide take cares of every best possible options. It is very normal to have crowd during Evening Ganga Aarti and numbers of big boat parked in front of Aarti place so that some time it is not a good view from the boat if your boat don’t get a proper parking. In this situation our guide decides the best view of Aarti and take out from boat. We have some selected private balcony just at the Aarti Place and this is always the best view. At private balcony we also provide chairs for sitting without any extra cost. It would be great if you take this review down because you did not use our services. Come back again next time and have the best experience of Varanasi with us. Thanks, Indrajeet Kumar
        Written 28 April 2022
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        Anne W
        8 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2024 • Couples
        We were collected promptly by our guide who took as to the area in a tuktuk and then another to get closer - the ghat area has restrictions. We walked past the balcony where our guide booked seats for the evening ceremony before going on a boat ride - where we were the only ones on the boat! Our guide explained about the local temples, history and cremation area. Then we went to our seats on a balcony from which we could view the whole evening Aarti clearly. The sound was a little louder than expected as we were quite close to loudspeakers, but we felt priveleged to have witnessed this and the crowds of pilgrims engrossed in the experience. Our guide invited us to leave prior to the end in order to avoid getting caught up in excessive crowds - and we were happy to do this. He took us through alleyways to avoid crowds and this worked very well. He escorted us safely back to our hotel via a tuktuk.
        Written 8 December 2024
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        Radhika P
        11 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I highly recommend Indrajeet's Varanasi boat tour. He delivered on his promise, providing a fantastic explanatory tour of the Ganges and the significance of the various ghats. The boat ride was peaceful, allowing us to enjoy the serenity of the river. Indrajeet ensured we had the best seats to view the Ganga arathi, and we thoroughly enjoyed the evening chants and rhythms. He even walked us back safely and offered to stop by the famous Kashi chat corner. Indrajeet was prompt, helpful, and made our experience unforgettable.
        Written 8 April 2024
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        Flyer22090505405
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2023 • Friends
        Visiting Varanasi with Vinod from Varanasi Day Tours was an experience that transcends mere sightseeing. The Aarti ceremony, a vibrant and spiritual spectacle, was the highlight of our journey. Vinod, our guide, was not only professional and knowledgeable but also provided a deeply insightful narrative that enriched our understanding of the rituals and their significance. The tour was impeccably organized, ensuring we navigated the bustling ghats with ease and safety. The dedication of the team to our comfort and enlightenment was evident throughout the tour. It was more than just a trip; it was a profound immersion into the spiritual heart of India, leaving us with lasting memories and a newfound appreciation for its culture and traditions.
        Written 29 December 2023
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        Dear Guest, Thank you immensely for your heartfelt and eloquent review! It brings me immense joy to hear that your experience with Varanasi Day Tours, particularly the Aarti ceremony, transcended mere sightseeing and became a deeply meaningful journey for you. I'm thrilled that Vinod, our guide, was able to provide you with not only professional and knowledgeable insights but also a profound understanding of the rituals and their significance, enriching your overall experience. Ensuring the seamless organization of the tour and prioritizing your comfort and safety amidst the bustling ghats was our utmost priority, and I'm glad to know that it contributed to the success of your experience. Your recognition of our team's dedication means the world to us. It's incredibly rewarding to know that your time in Varanasi wasn't just a trip but a profound immersion into the spiritual heart of India, leaving you with lasting memories and a newfound appreciation for its culture and traditions. Your words truly inspire us to continue providing authentic and enriching experiences to our guests. Should you ever wish to embark on another journey or delve deeper into the cultural tapestry of India, we'd be honored to accompany you. Until then, may the memories of your time in Varanasi continue to inspire and enrich your life's journey. Kind Regards, Indrajeet Kumar Mobile: +91 9415206372
        Written 23 March 2024
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        Joshua Jacobson
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2020 • Friends
        As a professional tour guide myself, I am very rarely blown away by a tour. Indrajeet did just that. His personal touch made my time in Varanasi the highlight of my India trip. If you are visiting India at all, this tour is a MUST.
        Written 15 August 2020
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        Dear Jacobson, Thanks for your review. Hope to see you again. Kind Regards, Indrajeet Kumar
        Written 28 April 2022
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        Voyager58387473832
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2024 • Family
        The best tour I took, the gangs Arti experience was surreal, one of the best experience of my life.
        Our tour guide Mr. Vinod Kumar was very friendly and a knowledgeable person. He made us so comfortable and helped us in every possible way. Thank you so much sir.
        Written 26 December 2024
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