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Explore Varanasi’s heritage

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• Mobile ticket • English language

Overview

Varanasi is a place to experience as if you have been living there, and not a place to merely see as a tourist. My tour is a personalised private tour, where I am responsible for your experience. I do not outsource your tour to any other guide. I am a local whose family has been living here for over 500 years, and I take immense pride in having you experience this amazing part of the world.

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What's Included

  • Coffee and/or Tea

What's Not Included

Not specified by supplier.

Meeting & Pickup

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Itinerary

Stop 1

Explore Varanasi’s heritage / splendor / history through a person who has his roots in this ancient city. I am Manjeet Sahani and my family for generations have lived in Varanasi. I love this great city and know every street / corner and the history / stories of Varanasi. My passion is to share this with you and let you have an authentic experience of Varanasi. You would be my guest in truest traditions of ours. I am a qualified guide and I will customize the program based on yours needs – few hours or a complete day or few days. I would be available always for you to make your trip the most memorable one. I am happy that there many who have experienced this and shared their appreciation. I would want you to be the next person. Look forward to that.

15 minutes •

Stop 2

We will walk through the bylanes of the old kashi town to reach this historical temple.

10 minutes •

Stop 3

Indulge in the spectacular panoramic view of all the 84 ghats of Kashi.

15 minutes •

Stop 4

Built by the King of Nepal, using only teak wood. Purview the intricate erotic and historical carvings.

15 minutes •

Stop 5

The main ghat for the death rituals of the Hindu for thousands of years.

20 minutes •

Stop 6

Visit the Alamgir mosque built in the Mughal era.

15 minutes •

Stop 7

Perhaps the most sacred of the Hindu temples. Must visit if you are in Varanasi.

30 minutes •

Stop 8

Visit the famous flower market.

10 minutes •

Stop 9

Visit the artisans market for the centuries old weaving industry.

30 minutes •

Stop 10

See the sages of Kashi here.

10 minutes •

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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