Tour info
Experience the soul of India through sacred rituals, heritage walks, and moments of quiet clarity
Varanasi isn’t just a destination-it’s a calling. One of the world’s oldest living cities, this sacred land on the banks of the Ganges has been a refuge for sages, seekers, and storytellers for over 3,000 years. This 3-day itinerary curated by Experiencia India offers an immersive blend of spiritual discovery, cultural exploration, and slow travel.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor looking to witness the legendary Ganga Aarti, or a spiritual wellness traveler seeking reflection, ritual, or mindful solitude, Varanasi provides a profound connection to India’s timeless essence. With its fire-lit ghats, meditative sunrise boat rides, and centuries-old chants, every moment here invites you inward—just as much as it draws you outward into vibrant tradition.
Tour Overview
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Destinations Covered: Varanasi (with optional excursion to Sarnath)
- Experience Style: Spiritual | Cultural | Reflective
- Ideal For: Cultural explorers, spiritual seekers, wellness travelers
Itinerary Highlights
- Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Glide along the sacred Ganges at sunrise
- Visit iconic temples and hidden ashrams
- Explore old city lanes and artisan markets
- Meditate where Buddha first taught in Sarnath
- Optional spiritual sessions: astrology, chanting, wellness rituals
Itinerary
Arrive in Varanasi, where every sunrise feels sacred, and every street hums with history.
- Land at Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport or arrive at Varanasi Junction
- Meet your Experiencia India host for transfer to your ghat-facing or heritage stay
- Time to settle in, sip chai, and tune into the rhythm of the city
Evening:
- Walk with your guide to Dashashwamedh Ghat for the grand Ganga Aarti
- Priests perform an elaborate ritual with fire lamps, chants, and conch shells as the sun sets—offering light back to the Ganges
- Stand amidst the crowd, or view the ceremony from a boat for a more reflective vantage point
Optional:
Enjoy a light rooftop dinner with views of the glowing riverfront
Included: Transfers, ghat orientation, Ganga Aarti experience
Overnight: Varanasi
Early Morning:
- Begin your day with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges
- Witness pilgrims bathing, priests performing rituals, and the city awakening in its most poetic form
- Float past Manikarnika Ghat, one of the oldest cremation ghats, with respectful guidance and insight
Morning:
Visit sacred temples, including:
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple (outer darshan)
- Annapurna Temple, known for spiritual nourishment
- Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, a center of healing
- Durga Kund, where devotion meets mythology
For wellness travelers:
- Stop at a local ashram for a short guided meditation or chanting session
- Learn about Ayurveda in Varanasi with an optional consultation
Afternoon:
- Stroll through the old city’s maze of lanes with your guide
- Visit a traditional Banarasi silk weaving workshop
- Enjoy a thali lunch at a family-run eatery
Evening:
Free time for reflection, journaling, or attending a private devotional music recital
Included: Boat ride, temple entry, old city walk, spiritual add-ons
Overnight: Varanasi
Leisure in Varanasi:
- Visit Ramnagar Fort for views across the Ganges
- Shop for spiritual souvenirs, Banarasi fabrics, or brassware
- Try street food tastings like kachoris, lassi, or the famous malaiyyo (winter only)
- Optional astrology session with a local pandit
Later, transfer to the airport or station with your mind stilled, senses awakened, and soul stirred.
Included: Breakfast, guided Sarnath visit or leisure day support, departure transfer
