North walk & Evening Boat Ride
NORTH WALK & EVENING BOAT RIDE
The Sacred and the Profane
Northern part of varanasi is the heart of this city the walk takes you through its colourful markets, captivating places of worship, ancient buildings of stupendous architecture, and even greater stories! Understand the key elements of Hindu philosophy, how Varanasi’s unique geography led to its becoming India’s spiritual capital, and the city’s compelling take on Death & Moksha (Salvation).
Punctuated with frequent hidden-in-the-corner spots of solace amidst the hustle-bustle, the walk perfectly emulates the eccentricities of Banaras! Colourful traditional flower market , Beautiful hidden spots in the alleyways and For sure Manikarnika Ghat (the one of the biggest cremation ground on the planet and many more surprises.
Boat riding in the evening brings you to a completely different feeling of all these happenings of ‘joie de vivre’ as well as impermanence of life at burning ghats. These ghats are so amazing that one feels that he witnesses everything of life from birth till death and many rituals, things in between. So, these ghats really give the meaning to this city of being ‘the city of life & death’.
Tour Duration : 4 to 5 hours
Things to Remember
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes may need to be removed in some temple areas.
- Photography is generally allowed, but restricted in some temples.
- Timing of sunrise departure varies through the season.
- The meeting point or the pick up time will be given via email.
NOTE: If you need transportation and reception assistance for an additional charge please let us know.
Rs. 800 City / Rs. 500 Riverside + rickshaw fees.
NOTE: If you need transportation and reception assistance for an additional charge please let us know.Rs. 800 City / Rs. 500 Riverside + rickshaw fees.