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EnglishChinese (Simplified)DutchFrenchGermanHebrewItalianPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanishExplore the City of Eternal Light, Varanasi, with Cholan Tours’ well-curated Varanasi tour packages. This city is also called Banaras and Kashi. It has various nicknames, such as the City of Temples & Ghats, Cultural Capital of India, Holy City, and Spiritual Heart of India.
Situated in Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is a city in India that is more than 3,000 years old. It lies on the banks of the holy Ganga River. With more than 2,000 temples and numerous ghats on the banks of the Ganga River, it draws numerous pilgrims each year for religious rituals and boat rides.
Whether you are willing to enjoy boat rides on the Ganga waters, witness Ganga Aartis in the evening, visit temples like Kashi Vishwanath Temple, or explore local culture, we have the right Varanasi travel packages for your trip to Banaras.
Our customised Banaras tour packages let you explore the city of Varanasi at your own pace. It includes everything from flight/train tickets and accommodation to local transfers, sightseeing, and even meals. With it, we are sure you will have a comfortable, smooth, and memorable trip to Varanasi.
At Cholan Tours, we have a lot of Kashi tour packages to meet varied Varanasi travel needs. Here is a list of some of our popular Varanasi travel packages with their duration:
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The best time for your trip to Varanasi is winter (October to March). During this period, the weather is cool, pleasant, suitable for visiting temples, and the ghats on the banks of the Ganga River. Temperatures usually remain between 5° C and 25° C.
Here is the breakdown of the season for your Varanasi tour:
At Cholan Tours, we give proper value to the season/time you choose for your Varanasi trip and customise our Varanasi tour packages accordingly. With such one, you will have a convenient and unforgettable Banaras tour experience.
Reaching Varanasi by air, rail, and road is highly convenient. To make your trip to Varanasi easier, here is the breakdown of transportation means:
To make your city access easier or trip more convenient, we can include local transfers in your Varanasi tour package. With our car rental in Varanasi, we can make your transfer from the airport, railway station, or bus stop easier, apart from the tour in or around the city.
Before planning your trip to Varanasi, knowing key places to visit in Varanasi is crucial, especially when you are going to explore this city for the first time. To assist you in planning your Varanasi tour, we have listed the key places with their brief description:
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the 12 holy Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a sacred pilgrimage site for Hindus and draws millions of devotees from India and parts of the world. Hindus believe that visiting this temple after taking a dip into the holy water of the Ganga River paves the way for spiritual salvation.
Just 10 km away from the northeast of Varanasi, Sarnath is a globally reputed Buddhist pilgrimage. It is the place where Mahatma Buddha gave his first sermon to his 5 disciples after his enlightenment. History lovers, spiritual seekers, architecture enthusiasts like visiting Sarnath as it houses Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa, Ashoka Pillar, and Sarnath Archaeological Museum.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Kaal Bhairav Temple is a primary destination for spiritual and cultural tourism in Varanasi. It attracts pilgrims and devotees looking for protection, blessing, and a unique glimpse of traditional rituals in Hinduism.
Founded by the poet-saint Tulsidas in the 16-th century, the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is a significant pilgrimage site in Varanasi. Located at Saket Nagar, close to Banaras University (BHU) campus, it draws devotees willing to remove obstacles from their life. It features an idol of Hanuman facing Lord Rama and organises a classical music festival each year.
Bharat Mata Mandir in Varanasi lies inside the campus of Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith. Constructed by Babu Shiv Prasad Gupta and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi in 1936, it remains a rare symbol of secularism and patriotism in India. It draws visitors of all religious faiths.
Located 14 km away from the city centre, Ramnagar Fort is an 18-th century fortress. It lies on the eastern banks of the river Ganga and serves as the ancestral home of the Maharaja of Banaras. Made with creamy sandstone, it offers sweeping river views and features a Royal Museum, Astronomical Clock, and temple complexes containing Hanuman and Ved Vyasa temples.
To make your Varanasi tour meaningful and memorable, we can customise our existing Varanasi tour packages or curate a completely new Varanasi travel package just for you. With such one, you can visit places of your choice or travel style at your own pace.
Before you plan and book a Varanasi trip package, you should be aware of what you can do in Banaras. It will assist you in choosing one of the best Varanasi tour packages. For your support, here is a list of the things to do in Varanasi:
Each visitor wants to travel to a place smoothly and safely. It is with you too, whether you are planning a trip to Varanasi for the first time or returning to it for a better experience. By following the steps mentioned below, you will have a memorable Varanasi trip:
Since 1999, we have been in the travel and tourism industry. So, we have a sound idea of what travellers actually want in their trip to Varanasi. It enables us to plan, design, and curate the Varanasi trip packages to meet varied travel needs. Here is how we usually help our customers like you to select the right package for their Varanasi tour:
When it comes to booking Banaras tour packages, we are the first choice for a large number of visitors. As a first-time traveller, you can ask why you should choose Cholan Tours for your trip to Varanasi. Having a close look at the points mentioned below will answer why you should contact us:
Explore the sacred heart of India through Varanasi, Ayodhya, and Prayagraj. Experience Ganga Aarti, visit Jyotirlinga temples, walk through Braj Bhoomi, and discover powerful Shakti Peethas, ancient shrines, and serene spiritual landscapes.
Walk the sacred lands of Shri Krishna and Shri Ram, visiting Mathura, Vrindavan, Govardhan, Barsana, Ayodhya, and Varanasi, and experiencing Janmabhoomi temples, holy ghats, divine aartis, ancient legends, and deeply spiritual experiences.
Explore India’s legendary Golden Triangle with a spiritual finale in Varanasi. From Mughal monuments and royal palaces to sacred ghats and timeless rituals, this journey blends history, heritage, architecture, culture, and soul.
From the freezing height of Gangotri to the calming and spiritual banks of Varanasi, the Sacred Ganges Spiritual Journey tour takes you across all the major pilgrimage sites located along the Ganga River.
Explore spirituality, along with calmness and the vibrant culture, with the Ujjain to Varanasi Spiritual Circuit Tour Package, which takes you through some of the major pilgrimage sites in central India.
Explore India’s cultural soul through Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Orchha, Khajuraho, and Varanasi. Witness Mughal art, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, sacred Ganges rituals, and timeless villages blending history, devotion, and architectural brilliance.
Experience India’s regal heritage through grand forts, ornate palaces, serene lakes, ancient temples, vibrant markets, spiritual ceremonies, and historic cities.
Discover the rich cultural, traditional, and spiritual heritage of Uttar Pradesh through the Mesmerising Temple Tour, which covers three major spiritual sites of the Hindu religion: Varanasi, Vindhyachal, and Chitrakoot.
