Varanasi
4-night holiday extension from £795 per person
Varanasi Holiday Extension
4-night Varanasi holiday extension from £795pp
Varanasi is India’s spiritual home. A sacred 3,000-year-old Hindu city, resting on the banks of the illustrious Ganges. A city filled with enchanting mysticism, astonishing temples and sacred waters. Most visitors agree, whilst not for the faint-hearted, Varanasi is both a magical and powerful experience.
Our Holiday Extension to Varanasi is available with the following tours:
Indian Wildlife Adventure, The Brahmaputra River & Darjeeling, The Golden Triangle & Ranthambore, Deccan Odyssey’s Grand Heritage and A Journey Through the Himalayas
Itinerary
Expand All DaysVaranasi, 3 nights
Today, we travel to the airport for our flight to Varanasi. On arrival, we transfer to the Taj Ganges Hotel which will be our home for the next three nights.
Included meals:
Breakfast and dinner
Varanasi
Varanasi comes alive early in the morning as pilgrims flock to the river banks to bathe in the holy water and worship the rising sun. We rise early and enjoy a boat ride on the Ganges, before exploring the old city and Bharat Mata Temple. Later, we visit Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment, followed by a visit to the archaeological museum. This evening, we experience the Aarti ceremony, an uplifting spiritual ceremony near the Ganges. During this Hindu ritual of worship, hundreds of lamps shine bright into the evening, held aloft by the pandits as they chant ancient and enchanting hymns.
Included meals:
Breakfast and dinner
Varanasi
Our morning sightseeing includes visits to Banaras Hindu University campus, New Vishwanath Temple and Sankat Mochan Temple. This evening, perhaps join a walking tour exploring the importance of Varanasi to the Hindu faith?
Included meals:
Breakfast and dinner
Delhi, Overnight
Our day is at leisure to further explore the intriguing city of Varanasi prior to our afternoon flight to Delhi. Upon arrival we make our way to the Pride Plaza Hotel Aerocity or the ITC Maurya for our overnight stay.
Included meals:
Breakfast and dinner
Depart Delhi / Arrive UK
After breakfast, we transfer to the airport, to begin our journey back to the UK. Our flight arrives later today.
Included meals:
Breakfast and in-flight meals and drinks included
Varanasi – Departure dates & prices
To help you make your holiday to India even more memorable, we want to give you the opportunity to extend your India tour the way you want to. We give the flexibility of a number of extensions to choose from, including the holiest city in Hindu culture, Varanasi, sat on the banks of the river Ganges.
| Departure date | Price (pp) | ||
| 2025 | |||
| April – September | From £795 | ||
| October – December | From £865 | ||
| 2026 | |||
| January – March | From £865 | ||
| April – June | From £795 | ||
| September | From £825 | ||
| October – December | From £895 | ||
| 2027 | |||
| January – March | From £895 | ||
| April – May | From £825 | ||
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single occupancy supplement: April – September 2025 £195. October 2025 – March 2026 £225. April – September 2026 £195. October 2026 – March 2027 £245. April – May 2027 £195
Minimum numbers: A minimum of 2 guests from the tour is required for this extension. If only one passenger is taking the extension a higher single supplement may be applicable.
Visa information: A Tourist visa is required for travel to India. For more information on applying for your visa and the associated costs, please refer to our FAQ’s page.
Important information: Prices are subject to availability but the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
Your holiday includes
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Flights with scheduled airlines
- Economy class flights between Jaipur and Varanasi, and Varanasi to Delhi.
- All airport charges, security charges and any applicable fuel surcharges
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Carefully selected hotels
- First class and deluxe hotels in great locations
- Hotel porterage
- Applicable hotel taxes
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Many meals
- Daily breakfast
- Four dinners
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Unforgettable experiences
- Experience the Aarti ceremony
- City tour of Varanasi and visit to the Sarnath
- Early morning boat ride on the Ganges
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On the ground
- Services of an experienced guide and driver
- All overseas transfers
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100% confidence
- Your holiday is covered by our Price Promise
- Your holiday is covered by our Covid Guarantee
- Your holiday is fully ATOL protected
Hand-picked hotels
All the hotels on our tours are carefully selected by our travel experts to ensure they meet their high standards. They understand exactly what elements of a hotel work best on a touring holiday, with an emphasis on location and quality. Throughout your touring holiday, rest assured that you will be staying in the best possible accommodation, without it costing you the earth.
ALL HOTELS
Taj Ganges Hotel, Varanasi
The Taj Ganges is a peaceful getaway in the sacred city of Varanasi. Spread over 42 acres of lush, tropical gardens, the hotel’s modern facilities, superb service and choice of cuisines make for a perfect place to relax and unwind.… Find out more >-
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Pride Plaza Aerocity Hotel, Delhi
A stone’s throw away from Delhi’s International Airport, the Pride Plaza Aerocity has a truly relaxing atmosphere. For example, in preparation for your flight home, you can unwind with a refreshing dip in the hotel’s swimming pool, or with a… Find out more >-
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