Sacred Varanasi Immersion
Amidst the labyrinthine alleys and bustling ghats, the Sacred Varanasi Immersion Tour offers a transformative encounter with the eternal essence of devotion and reverence.
Overview
Delve into the rich tapestry of Varanasi's cultural landscape through encounters with local artisans, musicians, and storytellers. These interactions provide valuable insights into the customs and beliefs that have sustained communities in this ancient city for generations. The tour also offers opportunities for reflective exploration, with visits to tranquil ashrams and secluded ghats where travelers can contemplate the significance of life and death in Hindu philosophy. Whether navigating the labyrinthine alleys of the old city or simply observing the ebb and flow of daily life along the riverbanks, every experience is infused with a sense of reverence and wonder. In addition to its spiritual offerings, the Sacred Varanasi Immersion Tour provides a platform for meaningful engagement with social and environmental initiatives aimed at preserving the city's cultural heritage and natural resources. Through volunteer activities and educational workshops, participants have the chance to contribute to sustainable development efforts while forging connections with local communities.
Itinerary
DAY 01: VISIT MAHABODHI TEMPLE
Arrive Gaya. Check-into the hotel and relax. Then visit Mahabodhi Temple. Overnight stay in Bodh Gaya.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 02: VISIT TO KAASHI VISHWANATH and BINDHU MANDHAVA TEMPLE
After breakfast half day Bodhgaya visit various temples and monastery and drive for Varanasi. Visit to Kaashi Vishwanath and Bindhu Mandhava Temple. Later check-into the hotel at Varanasi.
DAY 03: VISIT SARNATH
Early morning transfer to the Ghats of holy river Ganges to take a boat ride - a very spiritual experience. Later walk through the narrow lanes of Varanasi exploring various temples. After breakfast visit Sarnath where Buddha delivered his first sermon and then proceed to Allahabad. Stay overnight at the hotel.
DAY 04: SANGAM (MEETING POINT) OF THE THREE RIVERS - GANGA, YAMUNA and SARASWATI
After breakfast go for half day city tour in Allahabad to see the Sangam (meeting point) of the three rivers - Ganga, Yamuna and Sarasvati. Here the Maha Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years which is a major Hindu festival. Sangam - around 7 km from civil lines, overlooked by the eastern ramparts of the fort, wide flood plains and muddy banks protrude towards the sacred sangam. At the point at which the brown Ganges meets the greenish Yamuna, pandas (priests) perch on small platforms to perform puja and assist the devout in their ritual ablutions in the shallow waters. Later proceed to Varanasi airport to board the flight.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in Hotels.
- Breakfast & Dinner.
- All the rooms are base category. Transportation: - Ex- By an Air Conditioned Car.
- Vehicle Is As Per The Itinerary And Not On Disposal.
- Sightseeing As Per the Itinerary.
- Drivers allowance and food
- Toll taxes and parking
Exclusions
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone bills, bar bills, tips and gratuity, bottled water.
- Any cost for other activities /or adventure activities /or taking the vehicle on personal use etc.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance Fees for museums and monuments, parks, temples, shoe fee.
- Any cost arising due to unforeseen contingencies such as landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc.
- Such expenses will have to be paid directly.
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- GST.
- Any form of Insurance.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
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