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6-hour Morning tour of Varanasi with Boat Ride, Akhada & Heritage Walk
Varanasi
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore Varanasi, the city of temples and ghats and one which is believed to be one of the oldest in the world. Witness the city come to life at dusk, be a part of the local rituals, sail along the banks of the Ganga on a boat ride and visit a traditional Akhada (a place for training and practice of Indian martial arts).
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
• Yoga and dance session
• Chauffeur-driven air-condition vehicle.
• Boat ride of approximately an hour over the Ganges
• Hotel pick-up and drop
• Akhada visit
• English-speaking live guide
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (recommended)
6-hour Morning tour of Varanasi with Boat Ride, Akhada & Heritage Walk
Varanasi
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Explore Varanasi, the city of temples and ghats and one which is believed to be one of the oldest in the world. Witness the city come to life at dusk, be a part of the local rituals, sail along the banks of the Ganga on a boat ride and visit a traditional Akhada (a place for training and practice of Indian martial arts).
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
• Yoga and dance session
• Chauffeur-driven air-condition vehicle.
• Boat ride of approximately an hour over the Ganges
Bask in spirituality and experience the true culture of India with this morning tour of Varanasi. After a hotel pick at 5:00 or 6:00 AM (depending upon the time of the year) by your guide and driver, you will be heading to the famous Assig ghat.
Witness the sunrise with the Ganga aarti (a traditional ritual where fire is used as offering by priests in form of oil lamps), post which you will get a chance to enjoy a classical dance where dancers will show their talent.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Akhaada Fitness Centre
Following this, enjoy a yoga session by the banks of river with the local people and learn how this ancient art has become a rage all over the world. Once you’re done stretching your muscles here, proceed ahead to the Akhada (a traditional place for training and practicing of Indian martial arts). You will see how men engage in this wonderful art from the earliest hour of the day.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Ganges River
Next up on the list will be your morning boat ride on the Ganges, where you will see all the colorful ghats and people performing their different rituals. After the boat ride (of approximately 1 hour) , you will be taken to the last leg of your tour which includes a walk through the oldest part of Varanasi.
Explore the narrow alleys, the innumerable tiny temples ( which dates back to centuries) and the local life, like a local!
