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Half day Guided City Tour of Varanasi in AC Car with a local

New4 hFree cancellationBy Yo Tours
Yo Varanasi

About this activity

Varanasi has a different experience to offer; gentle waters of the Ganges, ancient ghats, narrow serpentine alleys of city, the myriad temple spires, ashrams and devotional hymn—all offer a kind of mystifying experience that is unique to the city of Shiva. If you are running short on time or just come down to explore mysticism in the city, half day city tour is the best option. We have picked up all the spilled pieces together and created a beautiful garland of it in our highlights of Varanasi tour, an unmatched heritage experience with awesome stories to understand a city's existence, culture and lifestyle.

1. Ramnagar Fort & Museum

2. Shastri Home and Bharat Kala Bhavan

3. Banaras Hindu University

4. Tomb of Lal Khan

5. Ramnagar Fort

6. Shri Durga Temple and Assi Ghat

7. Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple

8. St. Thomas Church, Man Mandir Observatory

9. Dashashwamedh Ghat

10. Snacks at local's favorite spot (complimentary)

What's included

  • ✓7. Souvenir
  • ✓2. Hotel pickup
  • ✓1. Friendly Storyteller/Guide
  • ✓5. Experience the long history stretching back 2000 years, with well-developed industry, trade, agriculture, government and religion of Varanasi.
  • ✓4. Great local tips and recommendations
  • ✓6. Great conversations with stories that you can't find on the internet
  • ✓3.Snacks at Local favorite Spot

Not included

  • ✕Hotel drop-off

Good to know

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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