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Marigold Boat Tour in Varanasi with Sunrise and Ghats Visit
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Marigold Boat Tour in Varanasi with Sunrise and Ghats Visit

by Marigold Yoga Classes

1 hour
Varanasi
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 9 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 8 Oct 2026.
$31.81$35.34Save 10%
2 adults × $15.90
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This Marigold boat tour in Varanasi lasts between one and two hours and begins early in the morning to view the sunrise over the city. The tour starts at the main ghat and moves along the Ganges River, passing about 40 ghats, including Dashashwamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Harishchandra Ghat, Meer Ghat, Munshi Ghat, and Narad Ghat. The boat ride allows observation of morning rituals and daily activities performed by locals along the riverbanks. The tour also includes visits to the cremation sites at Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghats, where cremation ceremonies take place. A guide provides explanations about the culture, history, and significance of Varanasi and each ghat visited. Tea and coffee are included during the trip. This tour does not include any additional walking tours in the old city.

Highlights

Boat trip at sunrise on the Ganges River
Visit about 40 ghats including Dashashwamedh and Manikarnika
View cremation sites Manikarnika and Harishchandra ghats
Guide explains history and culture of Varanasi and ghats
Tea and coffee provided during the trip

What's included

Tea and coffee

What's not included

Extra walking tour in the old city is not included

Itinerary

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Boat tour of Varanasi ghats

The tour covers approximately 40 ghats including Dashashwamedh Ghat and the cremation ghats of Manikarnika and Harishchandra. The boat departs at sunrise from the main ghat and follows the riverfront to show the morning rituals and daily activities along the ghats. Passengers see many aspects of life in Varanasi as the guide describes each ghat's significance and the cultural context.

120 min

Meeting point

Shree cafe at Dashashwmedh ghat just before the main ghat.

End point

Shree cafe at Dashashwmedh ghat just before the main ghat.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–14 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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