Varanasi Walking Tour: Cycle of Life, Death & Rebirth in India's Spiritual City

Experience the cycle of life, death, and rebirth in Varanasi, India’s spiritual city. Join our walking tour to learn about the culture and spirituality of Varanasi through holy rituals and ancient stories.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dasaswamedh Ghat - Visit the Dashashwamedh Ghat which is the oldest and holiest ghat and heart of the action where the famous Ganga aarti takes place every evening. Walk around the Ghats of Kashi and learn energy transformation techniques that will help you balance the energy system within you.
  • Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Ghat is the…
What's Included
  • Engaging dialogues on religious significance and local beliefs
  • Expert Storyteller/Guide fluent in English and Hindi
What's Not Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop
  • Food and Drinks
Additional Information

For centuries, Varanasi has been a destination of choice for many in India seeking a place to pass away. It is intrinsically linked with the enigmas of life, death, and reincarnation. If you’re on a quest to truly understand Varanasi as it was intended and wish to delve into the cultural roots and spiritual beginnings of this city, why not embark on our…

Location
St. Thomas Church
Meet our storyteller at the entrance of St. Thomas Church
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Selene_d
Apr 11, 2024
Very knowledgable guide and amazing walk! - I had an excellent experience! My guide Manish was extremely knowledgable, friendly, and answered all of the questions I had regarding hinduism and the rituals at Varanasi. He took me through the most important places of the city, like the temples, the ganges and crematoriums. He gave me great insight and I will forever be grateful for that. Will definitely recommend!
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Ciro
Aug 18, 2023
Intense experience in Varanasi - Varanasi was kind of an experience, and our guide Manish was very enthusiastic to explain the story and mysticism of the city, walking alone and with no guide in Varanasi can be very difficult, and he was always able to make us comfortable. We really enjoyed the time and all suggestions he gave us
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B-torqueenterprises
Jun 27, 2023
Amazing & enlightening - You honestly couldn’t ask for a better guide. Manish was so easy to get along with and has a world of knowledge about his hometown Varanasi. The tour was intense in a great way. The cycle of LIFE tour was extremely interesting and Manish is outstandingly knowledgeable about all areas. Highly recommend. I followed this tour up with a street foodie tour the day later which was a bog highlight for me. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it so thank you again MANISH for your knowledge, charisma and being my personal guide in Varanasi 🙏🏻.
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Magdadomina
Nov 2, 2022
Very good - We did the tour with Abhi, it was very good. He took us to places that we would not have reached if we did not go with a person from here. We recommend it for a first day in Varanasi. Thank you very much!
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335marcelof
Feb 14, 2020
Awesome knowledge and history - Abhi walked me through the tour, explaining everything that I asked. He also showed me some different places and knowledge that I didn't know! Thank you. Worth it.
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Anil6654
Nov 28, 2019
Great tour with Abhi - I taken a walking tour of manikarnika ghat with my guide abhi. It was a great experience with him. He told me about reincarnation and a lot of great things about the old city Varanasi. I absolutely enjoyed the tour. 100% recommended YO.
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Mariopaul888
Oct 29, 2019
Abhi 100% recomended - Abhi is an really expert about the history of Varanasi. He explains with all details about gods, rituals and temples of main Varanasi part. He enjoys his city and make you enjoy it too. Probably we will assist to evening tour with him tomorrow.
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28shivams
Nov 28, 2019
Great tour of varanasi - I had taken a walking tour of manikarnika ghat with my guide abhi. It was a great experience with him. He told me about salvation and a lot of great things about the old city Varanasi. I absolutely enjoyed the tour. 100% recommended YO.
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Datravelingbarista
Dec 17, 2019
Different but interesting - We had a tour with Abhi and were with the 4 of us. We did not know what to expect but it was all about temples and the habits of the local people. At last we went to the main Ghat and here we've seen the rituals of what Varanasi is known for. Noticed that Abhi knew a lot about his religion but we found it inappropriate that he was wearing sunglasses all the time like he was a movie star and dressed like that. Notice that you need to focus on what he is actually saying because of his Indian accent while he speaks English. I really liked that he's was open for feedback and asked for it during the tour.
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Gururajrao14
Dec 10, 2023
Fraud by the tour operator recommended by TripAdvisor - The tour operator never turned up at the appointed time, never informed anything and also no phone number to contact if office was closed on a Sunday. Looks like a fraud to me. Don't take this tour.
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up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).