Arrive Varanasi and embark the ship (Embarkation: 12:00 Hrs). 

Varanasi is one of the oldest and most fascinating cities in India. With its array of shrines, temples, and palaces, rising in several tiers from the water’s edge, Varanasi is the holiest city for Hindus.

Lunch on board. Rest of the day to relax and enjoy the ship.

Dinner and overnight on board the ship.

After breakfast, explore Ramnagar Fort located on the riverbank. The 18th century sandstone fortification built in typical Mughal style, where the Kashi Naresh (King of Kashi) resides. The fort is an imposing sight, rising from the bank of the river. A museum inside the compound showcases collectables belonging to the royal family. Known for its exhibits of antique scripts and scriptures, vintage furniture, cars, royal costumes, gold and silver brocaded palanquins and elephant saddles carved out of silver, it houses an armoury that contains swords and old guns from Burma (Myanmar), Japan and some African countries, and a rare astronomical clock, which shows the month, week, day, time and other astronomical details about the position of planets, moon and sun. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch onboard. In the evening, sail up to Ravidas ghat, where we will ride a country boat to see the “Ganga Aarti” performed by a group of priests lined up on the riverbank chanting mantras and performing the prayer ritual with lamps, incense, and traditional instruments to honor the river. We sail back to the jetty in the country boat. Dinner and overnight on board the ship.

After breakfast, we will sail to Assi Ghat, disembark at the ghat to visit ‘Kashi Vishwanath Temple’. Stroll in the Vishwanath Gali (street), and experience the hustle and bustle of devotees and road side vendors. Visit the Temple for “Darshan” and offering prayers to Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of the city. Further proceed to visit Sarnath, the seat where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment in Bodhgaya. The Archaeological Museum here contains a large collection of sculptures that stand testimony to the fervent artistic and religious activity for more than a thousand years. Visit the local bazaar for shopping the famous “banarasi” silk, muslin, perfumes, and other handicrafts that Varanasi is famous for. Return to the ship and enjoy lunch onboard. Later enjoy sailing and see the life along the river. Dinner and overnight on board the ship.

Following breakfast disembark the ship (Disembarkation: 08:00 Hrs). Important Note: 1. The itinerary may be altered depending on local weather conditions and days of the week. Last-minute sailing adjustments may also happen. The onboard tour staff will announce or post the exact time for each activity in advance. 2. The letters in parentheses indicate the meals included: B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner. 3. As per government restrictions in Varanasi, liquor and non-vegetarian food will not be served onboard. 4. Satellite phones & drone cameras are not allowed in Varanasi, please ensure the same, while traveling.