Is there a lot of walking?

Yes — the old city is walkable only. Expect 4–6 km a day at an easy pace.

October to March. Summers cross 45°C.

Can we add Ayodhya or Prayagraj?

Yes, we run a 2-day extension on request.

Varanasi & Sarnath — Ghats of Kashi

Overview

Four days in the oldest living city in the world, led by a local historian. You row out at first light, walk the ghats before the crowds, eat your way through Kachori Gali, and take a slow morning at Sarnath where the Buddha first taught.

Highlights

Sunrise boat ride across the ghats
Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh from the water
Old-city food walk through Kachori Gali
Sarnath stupa and museum
Banarasi silk weaving workshop visit

Day-wise Itinerary

Check in near Assi Ghat, evening Ganga aarti viewed from a boat.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's included

3 nights stay near the ghats
Daily breakfast
Boat rides on both mornings and evenings
Heritage and food walks with a local guide
All transfers

Not included

Flights and trains
Lunches and dinners
Temple donations
Personal expenses

Stay

Heritage guesthouse near Assi Ghat with river-facing rooms and a rooftop breakfast terrace.

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