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Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarati Ceremony and Dinner

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Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarati Ceremony and Dinner
3.857143 out of 5 stars
3.9
3.857143 out of 5 stars
14 reviews

Take a boat tour to see the magical sights of Varanasi at night from the water. See the famous aarti ceremony before enjoying a delicious dinner.

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  • Take in the breathtaking views on a boat tour at sunset
  • Marvel at the beauty of the spiritual aarti ceremony
  • Taste local cuisine at a restaurant with a cozy ambience
  • Learn about history and culture from your tour guide
  • Savor lunch at Little Italy, Sula

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Your tour will begin at 5:00 PM with pickup from your hotel. Take a boat ride along the river, where you can enjoy the breathtaking sights of the city lit up at night.

Disembark to watch the aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges. See a priest take a sacred brass lamp and offer prayers to the holy river. The ceremony involves lights, cymbals, scented incense sticks, and people singing hymns and chanting. It’s a truly mesmerizing experience.

After the ceremony, you will be taken for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Order your favorite dishes and relish them in the warm hospitality and cozy ambiance. After dinner, you will be dropped safely back at your hotel in Varanasi.

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  • Sunset boat Ride
  • Aarti ceremony
  • Dinner
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Mineral water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personal expenses

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3.9 /5

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  • Guide
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  • Transportation
    4/5
  • Value for money
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GetYourGuide traveler – GermanyMarch 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Rip-off. €80 for a 20-minute boat ride and a free ceremony, for which I had to pay an additional 200 rupees. The extra tips demanded by the guide would have probably been worth the price on site.
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GetYourGuide traveler – SwedenMarch 5, 2025 – Verified booking
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Stefan – GermanyFebruary 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Very good guide, good communication and explanations. Beautiful wooden boat for the Ganges trip, impressive experience.

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