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- Varanasi: Sunrise Boat Trip with Chai & Arti Ceremony
- Varanasi: Private Tour with Ganges Boat Ride & Ganga Aarti
- Varanasi: Boat Ride, Ghat Walk & Aarti Ceremony Tour
- Varanasi: Morning Boat Ride with Masala Chai & Arti Ceremony
- Varanasi: Same Day Private Guided Tour - Sunrise to Sunset
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Anmol introduced us to the peculiarities of the ghats and then led us to the boat, which took us for a ride on the Ganges. We were able to see cremation ceremonies, monasteries, purification rituals - in short, an impactful and powerful expression of Hindu culture and religiosity. I recommend it!
vikash was very knowledgable and informative.he provided detail information a out the history of varanasi and cultural events. i totaly recommend him
The guide was wonderful and showed us some amazing Temples, including the monkey temple, definitely a highlight, everything was great though.
Akash was great in collecting us in the crowds and afterwards in showing us the hidden gems of Varanasi. Definitely recommend!
very imformative and knowledgable., delicious food. i recommend him.
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