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Varanasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour

Varanasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $66 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Varanasi to Bodhgaya: A Day of Spiritual Exploration

Varanasi to Bodhgaya: A Day of Spiritual Exploration

Activity duration is 1 day
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $348 per adult*
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Cruises & boat tours

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Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarti Ceremony and Dinner

Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarti Ceremony and Dinner

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $88 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from River Cruise Pier

2-Night Private Taj Mahal and Agra Tour from River Cruise Pier

Activity duration is 3 days
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $1,456 per adult*
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Popular places to visit

Marnikanika Ghat

Find out about the history of Varanasi with a stop at Marnikanika Ghat. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its temples.

Marnikanika Ghat

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

You can learn about the history of Varanasi when you stop by Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its temples.

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Varanasi sightseeing tours & attractions