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Top things to do in Varanasi
6-Hour Private Guided Tour of Old & New Delhi with Pick-up & Drop
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Private tour
English guided
(250) • 500+ booked
$ 10.35
Varanasi: Private City Highlights Day Tour & Ganges Cruise
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Private tour
English guided
(14) • 50+ booked
$ 53.55
Varanasi Cultural Walking Tour with Ganges Sunrise Boat Ride
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English guided
Free cancellation
(4)
$ 39.25
Varanasi Historical & Walking Tour with Sunrise Boat Ride
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English guided
Free cancellation
$ 74.29
Varanasi Private Full-Day Tour with Sarnath & Boat Ride
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Private tour
Small group
(2)
$ 118.29
Sarnath Entry Ticket (Dhamek Stupa + Museum) with Optional Guide
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$ 7.19
Retail: $ 14.79
Varanasi Full-Day Private Car Tour with Boat Cruise
English guided
Free cancellation
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$ 57.55
Varanasi Bodh Gaya Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(5)
$ 229.35
9 - Days Visit India Golden Triangle Trip with Varanasi
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Private tour
English guided
$ 1,340.95
Varanasi Sunrise Ganges & Sarnath Private Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(8)
$ 173.05
Varanasi Ganges River & Vishwanatha Temple Full-Day Private Cultural Tour
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(5)
$ 203.89
Sunrise Yoga & Guided Meditation Experience on the Ghats of Varanasi
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(2)
$ 54.05
Hotels in Varanasi
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$ 27.32
Zostel Varanasi
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$ 38.68
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$ 141.98
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$ 77.21
Shri Khatu Shyam Residency
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$ 13.40
COCO CABANA
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$ 110.25
Sarnath palace
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$ 10.96
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$ 368.35
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$ 136.99
Majestic Guest House
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$ 22.73
Reviews of Varanasi activities
Klook User
2026-07-27 17:03:23
This is first time for me in India and i'm so lucky to get good experience with klook and best luck to have the best guide "Mr.Anand", he are good story teller and let me learn more about culture and history. I feel comfortable like a got travel in my country. Many Thanks :) Missing: Lotus Temple because of rush time but i will be back again soon.
Klook会員
2026-10-02 02:32:45
We were so lucky to have depp as our guide! It was a huge help being smoothly guided through the maze-like streets that I never could have navigated on my own.
Gianna *************
2026-10-06 10:44:46
this was a very eye opening tour. shivam took us around patiently. explained everything well and made sure we felt comfortable and safe. it’s a very full itinerary from 6am to 7pm but since it’s a private tour, you have the freedom to choose which places you want to go to. no problem to do everything too! it will be a very great experience!
maria ******
2026-06-11 20:59:45
great tours in Varanasi with our best guide mr Suraj, i hope i can come back again to this city
Nosoko ******
2026-08-12 12:02:08
We were picked up at the hotel at 5:30 AM, then headed to Bodh Gaya. On the way, we stopped at a service area for about 30 minutes for breakfast. The drive to Bodh Gaya, including the break, took about 5 hours. In Bodh Gaya, we visited the Japanese Temple, Thai Temple, the Great Buddha statue, and the Mahabodhi Temple. It was a shame we couldn't take photos at the Mahabodhi Temple because cell phones weren't allowed, but we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our guide, Ritu, explained everything very thoroughly. On the way back, we stopped at the same service area for lunch, and then the tour concluded. It was a wonderful experience.
Klook User
2026-05-22 16:10:24
Had an incredible experience in Varanasi! The sunrise boat ride on the Ganges was absolutely magical, and the evening Ganga Aarti was one of the most beautiful cultural experiences I’ve ever witnessed. The city is full of history, spirituality, vibrant streets, and amazing local food. Every moment felt authentic and unforgettable.
The tour was well organized, smooth, and gave us enough time to truly enjoy the beauty of Varanasi. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting India it’s something you’ll remember for a lifetime! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Klook User
2026-10-09 07:29:09
As a solo traveler, this was one of the most peaceful and memorable experiences of my trip to Varanasi. Practicing yoga and guided meditation by the ghats during sunrise felt truly special. The calm atmosphere, the sound of the Ganges, and the beautiful morning light created such a positive and relaxing vibe.
Klook User
2026-10-15 10:42:33
best stay in varanasi for real! it always felt like a safe haven for us everytime we’d come home here. free cookies!!! good service! would def recommend. got sick during our trip, glad doubletree was able to attend to my special dietary needs
Varanasi at a glance
Quick facts about Varanasi
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +05:30
No time difference
Currency
Indian Rupee
1CAD = 66.05INR
Official languages
Hindi
Best time to visit
MAR
Maha Shivratri
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
5.5 hours
When departing from Hong Kong
What to know before visiting Varanasi
What to do in Varanasi year-round
Varanasi is best known for immersive Tours and cultural experiences, followed by a smaller share of Attraction passes, according to Klook booking data. The city’s demand cycles around a clear spring high: March is a strong peak for bookings while midsummer months like July and August see much quieter activity. That rhythm makes it ideal for ritual, river and heritage-focused Tours in the busy months, and for slower, more reflective visits during the very quiet period. Decide whether you want festival buzz or a calmer visit — Klook booking data can help time your trip.
Best months to visit and price patterns
March is the standout peak for visitor demand while July is the quietest month by a large margin, as shown by Klook booking data. Prices across the year swing too: the priciest month on Klook was June, and the cheapest was November, so demand and price sometimes move together (high demand in March coincides with higher prices) and sometimes diverge (July is very quiet while prices in nearby months vary). For fewer crowds and lower prices, aim for November or the quieter midsummer months; for lively atmosphere, plan for March.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Peak demand | HKD 211 |
| February | About average | HKD 234 |
| March | Peak demand | HKD 312 |
| April | Busier than usual | HKD 273 |
| May | Very quiet | HKD 226 |
| June | Quieter than usual | HKD 351 |
| July | Very quiet | HKD 242 |
| August | Very quiet | HKD 195 |
| September | Busier than usual | HKD 226 |
| October | Quieter than usual | HKD 289 |
| November | Quieter than usual | HKD 187 |
| December | Busier than usual | HKD 234 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from Hong Kong
Most travellers book within a few days of travel, with bookings typically made about 3 days ahead, while the earliest planners lock things in roughly two weeks out. That means you can be flexible and still find options on Klook, but during peak months such as March it pays to book earlier to secure popular Tours. Use Klook to compare times and read reviews, add reservations for must-do experiences, and consider booking key activities a week or two ahead if you want certainty. Klook booking data shows these patterns, so plan around the peak and quiet months above.
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