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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
(243) • 500+ booked
US$ 8.35
Fall deal
US$ 17.15
Varanasi Historical & Walking Tour with Sunrise Boat Ride
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English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 59.25
Fall deal
Varanasi: Private City Highlights Day Tour & Ganges Cruise
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Private tour
Private group
(13) • 50+ booked
US$ 43.15
Varanasi Cultural Walking Tour with Ganges Sunrise Boat Ride
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English guided
Free cancellation
(3) • New Activity
US$ 28.49
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Varanasi Bodh Gaya Full-Day Private Sightseeing Tour
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Private tour
Private group
(5)
US$ 184.85
Sarnath Entry Ticket (Dhamek Stupa + Museum) with Optional Guide
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US$ 4.99
Retail: US$ 10.25
Varanasi Private Full-Day Tour with Sarnath & Boat Ride
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Private tour
Small group
(2)
US$ 90.35
Sunrise Yoga & Guided Meditation Experience on the Ghats of Varanasi
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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
(2)
US$ 41.25
Varanasi Full-Day Private Car Tour with Boat Cruise
English guided
Free cancellation
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US$ 45.89
From Varanasi to Ayodhya: A Journey into the Divine
Private tour
English guided
Private group
US$ 147.89
Varanasi Sunrise Ganges & Sarnath Private Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(8)
US$ 138.00
Hotels in Varanasi
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Country Inn Varanasi
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US$ 46.82
Sarnath palace
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US$ 7.68
Hotel Silsila
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US$ 11.21
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US$ 45.56
Kashi family stay
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US$ 11.72
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US$ 50.87
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US$ 258.34
Hotel Maharani Palace
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US$ 28.58
Hotel Ocean Grand
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US$ 23.78
Shree murlidhar Residency
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US$ 59.48
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.
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.
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
AK *******
2026-05-01 17:06:30
Received the driver and tour guide details prior to the day trip, which was very helpful.
Our tour guide, Shivam, was extremely friendly and supportive throughout the entire journey. He stayed with us from start to finish, explaining the places we visited and sharing insights along the way. He even helped us bargain for souvenirs, which was a nice touch!
The driver was quiet but very professional—he drove safely, ensured we arrived at each destination on time, and got us back safely as well.
Overall, it was a worthwhile and enjoyable trip.
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! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Varanasi at a glance
Quick facts about Varanasi
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +05:30
No time difference
Currency
Indian Rupee
1USD = 95.23INR
Official languages
Hindi
Best time to visit
MAR
Maha Shivratri
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
20 hours
When departing from Los Angeles
What to know before visiting Varanasi
What to do in Varanasi throughout the year
Varanasi draws visitors mainly for Tours and, to a much smaller extent, Attraction passes. Tours dominate booking volume, so expect the city’s rhythm to be set by guided experiences and cultural itineraries, while attraction passes appear only occasionally. Klook booking data shows strong seasonality in demand: March is a clear peak and July is the quietest month. Use that rhythm to plan — lively festival-season crowds and fuller tour schedules in March contrast with much calmer summers. Decide whether you want peak atmosphere or smaller crowds when choosing travel dates, based on Klook booking data.
Best months to visit and price patterns
Demand on Klook peaks in March and falls to its lowest in July, so expect the busiest atmosphere around March and far quieter conditions in mid-summer. Prices over the last 12 months rise toward June and March and dip toward November; the priciest month was June while the cheapest was November, so crowd and price peaks do not perfectly overlap. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider visiting in November or July; for peak-season atmosphere and fuller tour options, aim for March.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Peak demand | USD 27 |
| February | About average | USD 30 |
| March | Peak demand | USD 40 |
| April | Busier than usual | USD 35 |
| May | Very quiet | USD 29 |
| June | Quieter than usual | USD 45 |
| July | Very quiet | USD 31 |
| August | Very quiet | USD 25 |
| September | Busier than usual | USD 29 |
| October | Quieter than usual | USD 37 |
| November | Quieter than usual | USD 24 |
| December | Busier than usual | USD 30 |
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 the United States
Most travellers here book about 3 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking as far as 16 days out; treat that as flexibility rather than a need to lock everything in far early. That said, during the busiest months such as March it pays to book tours a little earlier to secure preferred slots. Klook booking data uses platform-wide advance-booking behaviour to build this picture. Book on Klook to compare times and prices, pick well-timed tours for quieter months, and save booking confirmation to make last-minute adjustments easier when needed.
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