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Why to Visit Varanasi City with Tour My India?

Varanasi, the land of holy temples and ancient structures takes the crown for being one of the oldest cities in the country. Varanasi city of Uttar Pradesh is also known as Kashi or Banaras which lies alongside the Ganges attracting millions of devotees to witness Ganga Aartis with full grandeur. The holy land has an immense place in the souls of Hindu pilgrims as it is a combination of temples, ghats, aartis and auspiciousness. Many recent developments have led the city to flourish, resulting in making Varanasi one of the most visited cities for religious tourism in the country.

The land of Varanasi will be a surreal experience with its hallowed sacred destinations and rich histories, as there are many more places to see in India during the Varanasi trip. People wishing for a wonderful and spiritual trip could visit Varanasi, which has become a popular tourist destination due to its heritage monuments, pilgrimage centres, narrow lanes, ancient temples, age-old fortifications, and other structures. Tour My India provides special Varanasi Tourism packages to ensure the most comprehensive and well-rounded experiences imaginable. From weekend vacations to extended stays, our all-inclusive Varanasi tour packages are meticulously designed to emphasise the city's timeless appeal.

Our Varanasi pilgrimage tour packages promise comfortable travel, the best sightseeing places, top notch hotels, delicious authentic meals, and other amenities to pamper you during your Varanasi tour. Tour My India also offers trip packages that include walk tours to adjacent tourist sites such as Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple Dashashwamedh Ghat and many more. If you want to have a stress-free trip at a reasonable price, check out our well-planned luxury Varanasi Kashi tour packages and look out for the best holiday bargains when you book. We provide significant savings and allow you to tailor your package depending on your interests, the reason for your trip, and your favourite activities.

Best Places to Visit in Varanasi Sightseeing Tour

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple

While touring the holy land of Varanasi, visiting the Kashi Vishwanath Temple which is among the 12 Jyotirlingas located alongside the sacred Ganges provides a heartful sight to visitors. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is also known by the name of Vishwanath or Vishweshwarar who gave the name to the temple. The temple holds great significance among Hindus because of its charisma and grand architecture. People visit the river Ganga to perform rituals and seek blessings from Gods and Goddesses.

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Banaras Ghats

The sacred land of Varanasi houses around 84 ghats starting from the Assi Ghat to Raj Ghat which gives the opportunity to pilgrims to take a dip in the holy water of Ganga and release their sins in water. Tourists travelling the city must add the ghat tours to their itinerary as each ghat of the city holds a special significance and story of its own. The ghats of Varanasi were mainly reconstructed and re-established during the Maratha rule. The serene environment and elegant temples around the Ganga make the Banaras Ghat a sight to behold.

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Dashashwamedh Ghat

Spirituality and calmness flow in the rivers of Varanasi and Dashashwamedh Ghat is the top site to witness the Ganga aartis in the morning and evening. The ghat is among the oldest ghats to captivate an alluring sight of lighted lamps, holy chants and thousands of devotees paying their respects. Dashashwamedh means ‘Lord Brahma’ and therefore many tales and stories are associated with the Ghat region, making it a must visit destination during the Varanasi tour. Dashashwamedh Ghat is a visual work of art that will make a lasting impression on its visitors.

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Ramnagar Fort

Varanasi's most alluring heritage structure is the Ramnagar Fort built in the 18th century by Maharaja Balwant Singh. Located alongside the Ganges, the fort is said to be the ancestral home of the Maharaja of Banaras. Inside the fort lies two beautiful temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Ved Vyasa along with an age-old museum. Visiting the fort, especially during the Ramlila celebrations is a pure bliss as the fort is beautifully adorned with lights and colourful clothes hence gathering a lot of tourists. The current Maharaja of Varanasi, Anant Narayan Singh now resides in the red sandstone fort

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Dhamek Stupa

Varanasi is home to many different religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and others which welcome people with different beliefs and customs in search of tranquillity. Visiting the Dhamek Stupa alongside Hindu pilgrimage sites in Sarnath where Buddha gave his first sermon and unveiled the path of Nirvana. The stupa site also includes a small museum which is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) alongside a stunning garden. The Dhamek Stupa of Buddha is a fascinating pilgrimage site for Buddhists and a place for seeking calmness in the environment.

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Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

The renowned Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple of Varanasi lies on the banks of Assi River which draws thousands of pilgrims from different parts of the country to witness its grandeur. People and tourists come to the Hanuman temple to offer flowers and sweets and seek blessings from Hanuman Ji. Many legendary stories are associated with the temple, one of them is when a Hindu saint and poet Goswami Tulsidas had a vision of a monkey god and a temple was erected to embrace his presence in Varanasi. Visiting the temple in the months of April and May, lets visitors attend the annual event of 'Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh'.

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Shri Durga Temple (Monkey Temple)

The Durga Temple which is also known by the name of Monkey Temple is a popular religious site for Hindus who come to offer prayers to goddess Durga in Varanasi. The temple close to Assi Ghat was constructed in the 18th century and is quite popular among locals and tourists as it is seen that monkeys guard the temple from every corner. Inside the temple, there’s a kund which is connected to the River Ganga and people take a bath in the kund as it is believed to have therapeutic properties. Varanasi tourist places aren't complete without a visit to the iconic 300-year-old Durga Temple.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to visit Varanasi is between the months of October and March when the weather is colder and pleasant. It is the peak season for tourism in the city since the second half of the year brings various Hindu festivities.

Yes, our Varanasi Holiday Packages can be customized according to your travel needs and requirements.

Visiting the Kashi Vishwanath Temple for a Darshan can take anywhere from between 1 to 3 hours depending on the number of devotees visiting the temple that day.

There is no entry fee for visiting the Kashi Vishwanath Temple corridor.

There are a number of puja that you can book and perform at Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, details regarding which can be found on the temple website at: https://shrikashivishwanath.org/

Being a popular tourist attraction, Varanasi has a number of hotels you can stay at during your visit. Hotels in Varanasi range from budget, standard, and luxury ones, that you can choose depending on your requirement and available budget.

Yes, we would provide you with an English-speaking guide on your tour so that you can have a seamless and comfortable travel experience with us.

With so many places and things to explore, you would need at least a minimum of 2 to 3 days to cover the beauty of this mesmerizing city on a Varanasi tour.

Top places to visit in Varanasi sightseeing tour package include:

  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple
  • Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
  • Tulsi Manas Temple
  • Durga Temple
  • Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • Assi Ghat
  • Manikarnika Ghat

For a mesmerizing Ganga Aarti experience, visit the Dashashwamedh Ghat for the Ganga Aarti in the evenings, and the Assi Ghat for the morning aarti, also known as ‘Subah-e-Banaras’. The timings for the aarti are as follows:

Season Morning Aarti Evening Aarti
Summer 05:00 AM to 07:00 AM 07:00 PM
Winter 05:30 AM to 07:30 AM 06:00 PM