Private Half-Day Sarnath Tour from Varanasi
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Dhamek Stupa
- Visit the Chaukhandi Stupa
- Discover the Archaeological Museum
- See the Tibetan Temple
- Learn about Buddha's teachings
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Varanasi to Sarnath
- Guided tour of Sarnath's historical sites
- Visit to the Archaeological Museum
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
The driver will pick you up from any location or airport in Varanasi and will drive you towards Sarnath City.
This is your first stop in Sarnath city. It is a massive stupa that originated as pre-Buddhist tumuli, in which ascetics were buried in a seated position, called chaitya.
The next stop will be another Buddhist stupa. These stupas have evolved from burial mounds and serve as a shrine for a relic of the Buddha.
This city is home to a large number of twentieth-century Buddhist temples built and maintained by Tibetan, Chinese and Japanese monks. This temple houses a statue of Shakyamuni Buddha or Buddha in a resting position. Famous for its Thangka or Tibetan Buddhist paintings, and frescoes, the Tibetan Temple showcases many of these on the walls and ceilings.
Last but not the least, you will be taken to a museum. Some notable images at the museum is of Buddha preaching, from the Gupta period, and the Lion Capital of Ashoka. Other objects like figures of birds, animals, male and female heads dating from 3rd century BC to 12th century AD and terracottas, decorated baked bricks and pots, images of Jain Tirthankaras Parshvanatha, and Vimalanatha, etc.
The driver will drop you back to your preferred location in Varanasi, with wonderful memories of Sarnath city.
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot.
- Provide your hotel details for convenient pickup arrangements.
- Note that the tour operates in English; ensure language compatibility.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for warm weather; light clothing is recommended.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please carry all travelers valid photo ID (in your mobile) for monument entry
Traveler reviews
One day in Varanasi
My tour of Varanasi was a very memorable one! Thank you to my guide Zain and his driver for hosting me. Zain’s experience was invaluable as he was able to explain in very good english the many sights and experiences.
Amazing Experience
It was a well rounded and amazing experience. Vishwajeet explained everything in detail and ensured all parts of the city were covered.
Positive experience in Varanasi
Overall positive, but the whole/half day tour seems to be quite tiring especially in a hot day. Himanshu is a great guide and very friendly.
Amazing tour
Himanshu was a great tour guide for me and my family! very informative, friendly and makes you feel welcome in Varanasi! the tour was worth the day spent especially if like me who was here for just 2 days. We were shown around many places and taken to a great breakfast and lunch spot
Marvelous experience
Very knowledge experiencwith tour guide Himanshu varanaci treasure and ancient city wonderful expierence glad i viseted