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Varanasi
Along the busy ghats that line the Ganges,
the spiritual heart of India resides. This
poignant place of life and death sees
pilgrims flock to the river every day.
Day 1. Kolkata, Fly to Varanasi.
On conclusion of your Travelmarvel journey,
be transferred to the airport in Kolkata for
your onward flight to Varanasi. Then transfer
to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure.
Stay (Two Nights): Rivatas by Ideal, Varanasi.
Day 2. Varanasi.
Like a Local – awake in Varanasi and enjoy
a guided boat ride on the River Ganges to
experience the rituals of the Hindus.
After breakfast back at your hotel, head out
on a guided sightseeing tour. Joined by a local
guide, you'll visit Banaras Hindu University
and a number of sites including the Durga,
Kashi Vishwanath, and Bharat Mata temples,
some of which were opened by Mahatma
Gandhi himself in the 1930s. After lunch,
enjoy free time to explore all the wonderful
sights this afternoon. BL
Day 3. Depart Varanasi.
After breakfast this morning, visit the ancient
ruins of Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first
sermon some 2,500 years ago. See the many
Buddhist monuments that were erected here,
all set within magnificent gardens, as well as
the famous deer park. After an authentic lunch
at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for
your onward flight. BL
Discover the spectacular city of Varanasi, the spiritual home of India
DATES & PRICES (A$)
3 Days – Varanasi Extension
2016 Per person
Twin Share Solo Trav.
January to November $995 $1,195
December $1,495 $1,695
INDIA
Varanasi
FROM TOUR
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A visit to Varanasi illustrates how life along the Ganges has not changed for thousands of years.
TOUR NOTES
Prices include airport transfers, tipping
and sundries.
Extend Your Journey
With so much to see and do in India, why not extend your adventure with a visit to the spiritual
city of Varanasi. Any holiday ending in Kolkata can be extended to include Varanasi, allowing
you to experience the true essence of this remarkable city.
