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Explore Varanasi’s heritage

5.0(78 reviews)Varanasi, IndiaOperated by The Heritage Walk By Manjeet
  • Duration2 hours – 4 hours
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Varanasi is a place to experience as if you have been living there, and not a place to merely see as a tourist. My tour is a personalised private tour, where I am responsible for your experience. I do not outsource your tour to any other guide. I am a local whose family has been living here for over 500 years, and I take immense pride in having you experience this amazing part of the world.

What to expect

2 hours – 4 hours10 stopsPrivate tour
  1. 15 minutes

    Explore Varanasi’s heritage / splendor / history through a person who has his roots in this ancient city. I am Manjeet Sahani and my family for generations have lived in Varanasi. I love this great city and know every street / corner and the history / stories of Varanasi. My passion is to share this with you and let you have an authentic experience of Varanasi. You would be my guest in truest traditions of ours. I am a qualified guide and I will customize the program based on yours needs – few hours or a complete day or few days. I would be available always for you to make your trip the most memorable one. I am happy that there many who have experienced this and shared their appreciation. I would want you to be the next person. Look forward to that.

  2. Vishalakshi Temple

    Near Ganpati Guest House Meer Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India

    10 minutesAdmission included

    We will walk through the bylanes of the old kashi town to reach this historical temple.

  3. 15 minutesAdmission included

    Indulge in the spectacular panoramic view of all the 84 ghats of Kashi.

  4. Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple)

    Lalita Ghat,, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

    15 minutesAdmission not included

    Built by the King of Nepal, using only teak wood. Purview the intricate erotic and historical carvings.

  5. Manikarnika Ghat

    Lahori Tola, near Lalita Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India

    20 minutesAdmission included

    The main ghat for the death rituals of the Hindu for thousands of years.

  6. Panchganga Ghat

    Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

    15 minutesAdmission not included

    Visit the Alamgir mosque built in the Mughal era.

  7. Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple

    Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India

    30 minutesAdmission not included

    Perhaps the most sacred of the Hindu temples. Must visit if you are in Varanasi.

  8. 10 minutes

    Visit the famous flower market.

  9. 30 minutes

    Visit the artisans market for the centuries old weaving industry.

  10. 10 minutes

    See the sages of Kashi here.

Pickup & meeting point

You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Start

Just give me a call on approach, and I will meet you there.

End / drop-off

It is actually flexible. It depends on what works best for you. If you would like the finishing point to be somewhere else, just let me know.

Pickup locations122

The operator lists 122 pickup points. 40 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences40

  • Tara Guest HouseB-13/221 Sonarpura, Near Bangali Tola Inter Collage, way to Raja Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221011, India
  • OYO Sada Shiv Guest HouseD 44/151 Ramapura, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • CAPITAL O 75253 Ok InternationalD47/188A Luxa Road, Near Luxa Thana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • VIA VARANASI-A Boutique HotelAssi Chauraha Assi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • Hotel BuddhaC - 26/35 Ramkatora Road, Near Lahurabir Crossing, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Hotel Surabhi InternationalPaharia Rd, Near Surabhi Hotel, Sri Nagar Colony, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221007, India
  • Sugar Stars InnMahmoorganj Rd, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • Shiva Ganges ViewMansarovar Ghat B - 14/24, Near Andhra Ashram, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Hotel PicassoB3/296 Godauliya, Assi Rd, Near Mata Anand Mai Hospital, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Diamond HotelBhelupur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • OYO 3996 HKJ ResidencyNear Bangal Sweet House, Bhikaripur Tiraha , Sunderpur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • Supersaver Assi GhatB-2/141, Bhadaini, Near Mata Anandmayee Hospital, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • New Hotel BroadwayRavindrapuri Road, Near I P Vijaya Mall Crossing Bhelupur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Hotel Clarks VaranasiThe Mall Road, Cantonment,, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221002, India
  • Hotel Surya Kaiser PalaceS 20/51, A-5, The Mall Road, Cantonment, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221002, India
  • Hotel SantoorD, 58/98 B, Shivpura Sigra 1, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • Hotel Lara IndiaDashashwamedh Road, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Mansarovar HotelOpp: Cant Rly. St., GT Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221007, India
  • Hotel Uday PalaceN 8/247, K-2 , Newada Sunderpur , Near Rajendra Vihar Colony, DLW BHU Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • Hotel Gateway KailashD-36/278 Agustkund, Dashashwamedh, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Hotel GaneshaB1/48, Assi Ghat Road, Opp-Abhay Cinema, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • Hotel SaffronGodowliya-Luxa Rd, Near Girjaghar Petrol Pump, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • OYO 3682 Pallavi InternationalHathwa Palace, Chetganj, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Puja ResidencyMahamoorganj Road B - 38/67, Passport Office, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • OYO 13588 Mahaveer InternationalD 48/134 A-1, Luxa Road, Beside Nidan Kendra, Godowaliya, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • The White Canyon HotelD47/2B-2, Ramapura Luxa Rd, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • Dwivedi Hotels Palace on StepsRana Mahal Ghat D - 21/11, Bangoli Tola, Near Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Hotel Varanasi HeritageB2/50A, Tulsighat Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Bona Cafe Restaurant & Sala Guest HouseD32/24 Bona Cafe Restaurant & Sala Guest House Hathi Phatak Dashswamedh Bengali Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Hotel Bachchan PalaceD-19/30 K, 19/24, Near Bank Of Baroda ATM, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Capital O 30381 Hotel Sarin Inn HeritageS-26, 232-A5-A1 Mahmoorganj Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • Hotel Varuna22 ,Gulab Bagh Colony, Sigra, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221002, India
  • Hotel Ashiyana PalaceB1, Punch Temple, opp Abhay Cinema. Assi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • Jukaso GangesPatni Tola Chowk Ck 1/14, Between Bhosle and Ram Ghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221010, India
  • Shiv Ganga ResortMadhopur Kot, Bachaon, Near Shool Tankeshwar temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • CradleB1/111 Assi Ghat Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • Hotel Aadesh PalaceBansphatak Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • OYO 14898 Hotel DwarikaNear BHU Trauma Centre, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • Liberty Guest HouseD-17/92 Ahilyabai Ghat, Dashswamedh Road, Near Shri Sheetla Mandir, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221001, India
  • OYO 12193 Sandhya Hotel3, Samneghat Road, BHU Lanka, Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221005, India
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Pickup by appointment. Please call us.

Redemption

Contact Manjeet on +917388130874

What's included

Included

  • Coffee and/or Tea

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 10 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Infant (1–3), Child (4–14), Youth (15–18), Adult (19–60), Senior (61–80)

Languages

Audio
English
Guide
English
Written
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund
  • This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 1 hour before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Product code
219113P1

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 578 reviews
  • 578

Ratings aggregated from Viator (6) and Tripadvisor (72).

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