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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
(245) • 500+ booked
US$ 8.35
Varanasi Cultural Walking Tour with Ganges Sunrise Boat Ride
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English guided
Free cancellation
(3)
US$ 31.65
US$ 21.39
Varanasi: Private City Highlights Day Tour & Ganges Cruise
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Private tour
Private group
(13) • 50+ booked
US$ 43.15
Varanasi Historical & Walking Tour with Sunrise Boat Ride
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English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 59.65
Varanasi Bodh Gaya Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour
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Private tour
Private group
(5)
US$ 184.85
Varanasi Private Full-Day Tour with Sarnath & Boat Ride
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Private tour
Small group
(2)
US$ 90.35
From Varanasi to Ayodhya: A Journey into the Divine
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Private tour
English guided
US$ 147.89
Sarnath Entry Ticket (Dhamek Stupa + Museum) with Optional Guide
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US$ 5.05
Retail: US$ 10.30
Varanasi Ganges River & Vishwanatha Temple Full-Day Private Cultural Tour
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(5)
US$ 164.29
Sunrise Yoga & Guided Meditation Experience on the Ghats of Varanasi
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(2)
US$ 41.50
US$ 138.90
Hotels in Varanasi
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Shri Khatu Shyam Residency
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Sarnath palace
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HAPPY HOME PAYING GUEST HOUSE
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Kashi family stay
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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 User
2026-08-13 07:14:55
It was a safe and nice experience in Varanasi. We walked along the river Ganges and learnt the local culture by tour guide, Mr. Sunny.
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!
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.
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.
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
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
2026-05-22 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
2026-10-15 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
1USD = 94.62INR
Official languages
Hindi
Best time to visit
MAR
Maha Shivratri
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
5 hours
When departing from Kuala Lumpur
What to know before visiting Varanasi
What to do in Varanasi through the year
Varanasi is best known for immersive cultural Tours and short Attraction passes, with Tours dominating bookings and shaping the city's travel rhythm. Klook booking data shows demand peaks in March and is elevated in January, creating a lively season for temple visits, riverfront experiences and guided walks. Quieter pockets appear in May, June and July, making those months calmer for slower exploration. For choosing when to visit you face a trade-off between atmosphere and crowd size — pick atmosphere or pick quieter streets. All observations above are based on Klook booking data.
When to visit Varanasi and price seasonality
March is the clearest busy peak, while July is the quietest month for bookings according to Klook's historical averages. Prices move through the year too: the median paid on Klook is typically around MYR 129, with the priciest month in June and the cheapest in November. Demand and prices align in March when both are high; they diverge around July–November when demand is low but prices fall later in the year. If you want fewer crowds and lower typical prices, consider November or the quieter summer months; for peak-season atmosphere aim for March.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Peak demand | MYR 109 |
| February | About average | MYR 122 |
| March | Peak demand | MYR 162 |
| April | Busier than usual | MYR 142 |
| May | Very quiet | MYR 118 |
| June | Quieter than usual | MYR 182 |
| July | Very quiet | MYR 126 |
| August | Very quiet | MYR 101 |
| September | Busier than usual | MYR 118 |
| October | Quieter than usual | MYR 150 |
| November | Quieter than usual | MYR 97 |
| December | Busier than usual | MYR 122 |
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 Malaysia
Most travellers from Malaysia book fairly close to travel: on average people lock experiences in about 3 days ahead, though the earliest planners book about 16 days out. That makes last-minute flexibility realistic for many Tours and Attraction passes, but booking earlier helps in the March peak when demand rises. Use Klook to reserve key experiences a week or two ahead for peak dates, and grab spontaneous options a few days before travel for quieter months. All timing and trends above come from Klook booking data and aim to help you balance flexibility with securing popular slots.
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