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15 Best Varanasi & the Ganges Tours In India

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Morning, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Walking Tours

Varanasi: Sunrise walking tour with Chai & Arti Ceremony

Varanasi: Sunrise walking tour with Chai & Arti Ceremony - Chai on the Ghat: A Simple Break That Tells You Varanasi’s Mood

4.4VaranasiVaranasi: Sunrise walking tour with Chai & Arti Ceremony$17

August 4, 2026

Cruises & Boat Tours, Morning, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Morning Boat Tour in Varanasi

Morning Boat Tour in Varanasi - Boarding at Assi Ghat: chai cups and getting your bearings

4.8VaranasiMorning Boat Tour in Varanasi2 hours$19

August 3, 2026

Cooking Classes, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Workshops

Varanasi Cooking Classes with Indu and Shobha

Varanasi Cooking Classes with Indu and Shobha - Timing, duration, and what 2–3 hours really means

5.0VaranasiVaranasi Cooking Classes with Indu and Shobha2 - 3 hours$40

August 4, 2026

Private, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi Hotels to Varanasi Airport drop: Private Transfers

5.0VaranasiVaranasi Hotels to Varanasi Airport drop: Private Transfers$27.24

August 6, 2026

Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Kashi Temple Tour – A Spiritual Journey through Varanasi

4.5VaranasiKashi Temple Tour – A Spiritual Journey through Varanasi$25

August 6, 2026

Golden Triangle Tours, Historical Tours, New Delhi, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi & the Ganges

8-Day Golden Triangle & Varanasi Tour: Culture, Heritage & Faith

8-Day Golden Triangle & Varanasi Tour: Culture, Heritage & Faith - Delhi start: Old Delhi walking tour and New Delhi monuments

5.0New Delhi8-Day Golden Triangle & Varanasi Tour: Culture, Heritage & Faith$770.00

August 6, 2026

Cruises & Boat Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi: Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride

Varanasi: Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride - Assi Ghat and Old Varanasi lanes: seeing the city where life happens

5.0VaranasiVaranasi: Day Tour with Sarnath and Boat Ride10 hours$65

August 5, 2026

Agra & the Taj Mahal, Delhi Tours, Golden Triangle Tours, Jaipur & the Pink City, New Delhi, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi & the Ganges

8 Days Private India Golden Triangle Tour with Delhi Jaipur Agra Varanasi

8 Days Private India Golden Triangle Tour with Delhi Jaipur Agra Varanasi - Private driver and English guides: why it matters in India

4.0New Delhi8 Days Private India Golden Triangle Tour with Delhi Jaipur Agra Varanasi$647.00

August 4, 2026

Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

From Varansi: Day Tour to Sarnath with Boating and Ganga Aarti

From Varansi: Day Tour to Sarnath with Boating and Ganga Aarti - The 5-to-6 hour flow: when to expect each part

4.5VaranasiFrom Varansi: Day Tour to Sarnath with Boating and Ganga Aarti$78.00

August 4, 2026

Agra & the Taj Mahal, Delhi Tours, Evening Experiences, New Delhi, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi & the Ganges

3-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Varanasi from Delhi

3-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Varanasi from Delhi - Overnight train to Varanasi: the value is real, but sleep may not be fancy

4.5New Delhi3-Night Private Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Varanasi from Delhi$776

August 6, 2026

3-Day Experiences, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

3 Days Trip In Varanasi without Hotel

3 Days Trip In Varanasi without Hotel - Day 1: Kashi Temple Tour, Then Ganga Aarti at the Ghats

5.0Varanasi3 Days Trip In Varanasi without Hotel$130.00

August 4, 2026

Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Walking Tours

Guided Walking Tour of Ghats and Galis of Varanasi by VLT

Guided Walking Tour of Ghats and Galis of Varanasi by VLT - Bansphatak Road flower market: a Varanasi welcome you can smell

5.0VaranasiGuided Walking Tour of Ghats and Galis of Varanasi by VLT$22.70

August 6, 2026

6-Day Experiences, Agra & the Taj Mahal, Delhi Tours, Jaipur & the Pink City, New Delhi, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi & the Ganges

6-Day Private Varanasi Ganges Tour Including Delhi, Agra and Jaipur

6-Day Private Varanasi Ganges Tour Including Delhi, Agra and Jaipur - Day 3 in Jaipur: Amber Palace, photo stops, and the observatory that still works

5.0New Delhi6-Day Private Varanasi Ganges Tour Including Delhi, Agra and Jaipur$512.00

August 5, 2026

Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Walking Tours

Assi to Manikarnika Walking Tour: Varanasi Ghats & Lanes

Assi to Manikarnika Walking Tour: Varanasi Ghats & Lanes - Getting Oriented: Meeting Time, Pace, And Practical Expectations

4.5VaranasiAssi to Manikarnika Walking Tour: Varanasi Ghats & Lanes$25.00

August 13, 2026

3-Day Experiences, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi tour in 3 days without accommodation

Varanasi tour in 3 days without accommodation - Dashashwamedh Ghat Aarti: Reserved Balcony Chairs With the Best View

5.0VaranasiVaranasi tour in 3 days without accommodation$126.00

August 13, 2026

2-Hour Experiences, Guided, Morning, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Walking Tours

Sunrise in Banaras with Ganga Aarti (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)

Sunrise in Banaras with Ganga Aarti (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) - Where the tour starts at Kashi Cafe (and how to use it)

5.0VaranasiSunrise in Banaras with Ganga Aarti (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)$13.59

August 14, 2026

1-Day Tours, Cruises & Boat Tours, Private, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi: Private Highlights Day Trip with Ganges Cruise

Varanasi: Private Highlights Day Trip with Ganges Cruise - 5:30 am pickup and your sunrise Ganges cruise: the calm before the ceremony

4.4VaranasiVaranasi: Private Highlights Day Trip with Ganges Cruise10 hours$54

August 12, 2026

Evening Experiences, Private, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

5:hours Private Evening Ganga Aarti

5:hours Private Evening Ganga Aarti - Dashashwamedh Ghat at the start: where the evening energy gathers

5.0Varanasi5:hours Private Evening Ganga Aarti$30.00

August 13, 2026

Half-Day, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Private Half-Day Tour in Sarnath from Varanasi

Private Half-Day Tour in Sarnath from Varanasi - Pickup, timing, and how the 4-hour flow feels in real life

5.0VaranasiPrivate Half-Day Tour in Sarnath from Varanasi$46.00

August 14, 2026

Delhi Tours, Golden Triangle Tours, New Delhi, Rajasthan: Udaipur, Jodhpur & Jaisalmer, Tour Reviews, Varanasi & the Ganges

10-Days Golden Triangle with Pushkar & Varanasi from Delhi

10-Days Golden Triangle with Pushkar & Varanasi from Delhi - Jaipur Pink City: Amber Fort day plus palace and observatory stops

5.0New Delhi10-Days Golden Triangle with Pushkar & Varanasi from Delhi$1,095.00

August 13, 2026

Evening Experiences, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Evening ceremony of Ganges in varanasi with official tour guide

Evening ceremony of Ganges in varanasi with official tour guide - Meeting at Zee Guest House and Getting Your Timing Right

5.0VaranasiEvening ceremony of Ganges in varanasi with official tour guide$26.67

August 14, 2026

Full-Day, Guided, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Full Day Private Guided Tour of Varanasi

Full Day Private Guided Tour of Varanasi - Morning on the Ganges: Boat Ride That Puts the City in Context

5.0VaranasiFull Day Private Guided Tour of Varanasi$120.00

August 11, 2026

Cruises & Boat Tours, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Boat Ride on the Ganges in Varanasi

Boat Ride on the Ganges in Varanasi - The boat ride itself: ghats, temples, and pilgrims at water level

4.5VaranasiBoat Ride on the Ganges in Varanasi$178.00

August 12, 2026

Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi: Guided Tour of Varanasi & Sarnath by Car

Varanasi: Guided Tour of Varanasi & Sarnath by Car - Assi Ghat and the morning rituals you’ll actually remember

4.2VaranasiVaranasi: Guided Tour of Varanasi & Sarnath by Car12 hours$51

August 11, 2026

Cruises & Boat Tours, Historical Tours, Morning, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Walking Tours

Morning Boat Tour followed by a short heritage walking tour in VARANASI

Morning Boat Tour followed by a short heritage walking tour in VARANASI - Banaras ghats walk: temples, a South Indian stop, and cremation views

5.0VaranasiMorning Boat Tour followed by a short heritage walking tour in VARANASI$45.00

August 11, 2026

Golden Triangle Tours, New Delhi, Tour Reviews, Varanasi & the Ganges

11 Days Golden Triangle with Khajuraho & Varanasi

11 Days Golden Triangle with Khajuraho & Varanasi - Your guide and private transport: the quiet superpower

5.0New Delhi11 Days Golden Triangle with Khajuraho & Varanasi$600.00

August 14, 2026

1-Day Tours, Delhi Tours, New Delhi, Tour Reviews, Varanasi & the Ganges

1-Day Trip to Varanasi from Delhi with Both side Commercial Flights

1-Day Trip to Varanasi from Delhi with Both side Commercial Flights - The 4:00 am pickup and the 6:20 am flight plan

5.0New Delhi1-Day Trip to Varanasi from Delhi with Both side Commercial Flights$675

August 12, 2026

Food, Food & Drink, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Ganga Arati with Street Food Tour of Banaras

Ganga Arati with Street Food Tour of Banaras - What you’ll eat: Tamatar Chaat and about 6 street-food recipes

5.0VaranasiGanga Arati with Street Food Tour of Banaras$50.00

August 14, 2026

Cruises & Boat Tours, Morning, Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges, Walking Tours

Varanasi:- Morning Walk w/ Boat Ride & Traditional Breakfast

Varanasi:- Morning Walk w/ Boat Ride & Traditional Breakfast - Assi Ghat morning atmosphere and the daily ritual performance

4.7VaranasiVaranasi:- Morning Walk w/ Boat Ride & Traditional Breakfast6 hours$22

August 11, 2026

Evening Experiences, Food, Food & Drink, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Food Tour: Highlights Tour with Tasting &Sunset in Varanasi

Food Tour: Highlights Tour with Tasting &Sunset in Varanasi - Where you start: meeting near St Thomas Church (Girjaghr chauraha)

4.5VaranasiFood Tour: Highlights Tour with Tasting &Sunset in Varanasi2.5 hours$14

August 9, 2026

Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Same day Bodhgaya tour from Varanasi

Same day Bodhgaya tour from Varanasi - Price and value: what $110 really covers

5.0VaranasiSame day Bodhgaya tour from Varanasi$110.00

August 12, 2026

Tour Reviews, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Kashi Vishwanath Temple Visit & Ganga Aarti Experience

4.5VaranasiKashi Vishwanath Temple Visit & Ganga Aarti Experience$49.00

August 11, 2026

Cycling Tours, Guided, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi: Cycle of Life, Death, and Rebirth Guided Tour

Varanasi: Cycle of Life, Death, and Rebirth Guided Tour - Meeting at St. Thomas Church and getting your bearings fast

4.2VaranasiVaranasi: Cycle of Life, Death, and Rebirth Guided Tour2 hours$14

August 14, 2026

3-Hour Experiences, City Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi old City and Street Tour 3 Hour

Varanasi old City and Street Tour 3 Hour - Meet Vicky: The Local Guide Angle That Changes Everything

5.0VaranasiVaranasi old City and Street Tour 3 Hour$45

August 16, 2026

Golden Triangle Tours, New Delhi, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi & the Ganges

Golden Triangle tour with Khajuraho and Varanasi tour

Golden Triangle tour with Khajuraho and Varanasi tour - Landing in Delhi: Airport Meet-and-Greet to Your First Hotel Night

5.0New DelhiGolden Triangle tour with Khajuraho and Varanasi tour$933.34

August 17, 2026

Agra & the Taj Mahal, Tour Reviews, Tours, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi & the Ganges

Maharajas & Sadhus – 10 Days Tour of Rajasthan, Agra & Varanasi

Maharajas & Sadhus - 10 Days Tour of Rajasthan, Agra & Varanasi - The Udaipur switch: flying in, then Lake Pichola views and City Palace terraces

5.0Uttar PradeshMaharajas & Sadhus – 10 Days Tour of Rajasthan, Agra & Varanasi$371.00

August 17, 2026

Full-Day, Guided, Himalayas: Rishikesh, Shimla & Manali, Rishikesh, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi & the Ganges

Rishikesh Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour with Ganga Aarti

Rishikesh Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour with Ganga Aarti - Pickup in Tapovan or Rishikesh: less hassle, more daylight

5.0RishikeshRishikesh Full Day Guided Sightseeing Tour with Ganga Aarti8 hours$52

August 15, 2026

Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Spiritual Varanasi tour

Spiritual Varanasi tour - Day 2 in Sarnath: Dhamek Stupa and the Buddha’s First Disciples

5.0VaranasiSpiritual Varanasi tour$200.00

August 16, 2026

2-Day Experiences, Evening Experiences, Private, Tour Reviews, Tours, Varanasi, Varanasi & the Ganges

Varanasi 2-Day, 1-Night Private Tour Package

Varanasi 2-Day, 1-Night Private Tour Package - Price and value: what $224 buys you (and what it doesn’t)

4.5VaranasiVaranasi 2-Day, 1-Night Private Tour Package$224.00

August 16, 2026

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