Dev Deepawali in Varanasi
The experience
Slow mornings.Nowhere to rush.
Come to Varanasi when Kashi glows at its brightest. During Dev Deepawali, thousands of lamps illuminate the ghats along the Ganga, turning the ancient city into a living celebration of light, faith and culture. Explore the sacred temples, heritage of Kashi, vibrant local markets, and the spiritual rhythm of the Ganga before experiencing the spectacular Dev Deepawali celebrations from the river.
The journey
Take it one day at a time.
A thoughtfully paced journey with enough room to explore, pause, and enjoy where you are.
01Day
Arrival & Introduction to Kashi
Arrive in Varanasi around noon and check in to your hotel. Begin your Kashi experience with visits to the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Devi Temple, and Kal Bhairav Temple. Later, explore the spiritual charm of the ancient city and its vibrant local markets before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.
- Arrival at Varanasi Airport or Railway Station
- Airport / railway station pickup around 12 PM
- Hotel check-in
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Visit Annapurna Devi Temple
- Visit Kal Bhairav Temple
- Explore ancient streets and local markets
- Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Kashi
02Day
Heritage of Kashi
Begin the morning with the Subhe Banaras experience and Ganga Aarti at Assi Ghat. After breakfast, explore some of Kashi’s important spiritual and educational landmarks, including Sankat Mochan Temple, Durga Kund Temple, and the Banaras Hindu University campus with its Vishwanath Temple. Return to Assi Ghat in the evening for another Ganga Aarti, with an optional boat ride.
- Early morning Subhe Banaras at Assi Ghat
- Morning Ganga Aarti
- Breakfast at hotel
- Visit Sankat Mochan Temple
- Visit Durga Kund Temple
- Explore Banaras Hindu University campus
- Visit BHU Vishwanath Temple
- Evening Ganga Aarti at Assi Ghat
- Optional boat ride
03Day
Dev Deepawali Celebration
Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed morning before preparing for the grand evening celebrations. Capture your journey with a professional photography session, then board an evening boat for a magical sunset ride along the Ganges. Witness the ghats illuminated with millions of diyas, followed by Ganga Aarti, devotional chants, cultural performances, drone and laser shows, spectacular fireworks, and authentic Banarasi festive snacks.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Leisure time
- Prepare for Dev Deepawali celebrations
- Professional photography session
- Sunset boat ride on the Ganges
- Witness millions of illuminated diyas
- Grand Ganga Aarti
- Devotional chants
- Cultural performances
- Drone show
- Laser show
- Spectacular fireworks
- Authentic Banarasi snacks
- Festive celebrations
04Day
Temples, Heritage & Farewell
Enjoy breakfast before checking out and heading to Sarnath, the sacred site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Continue to Sarvaved Mahamandir Dham before transferring to the airport or railway station with cherished memories of Dev Deepawali and the eternal city of Kashi.
- Breakfast at hotel
- Hotel check-out
- Visit Sarnath
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Sarvaved Mahamandir Dham
- Transfer to airport or railway station
- Departure around 5 PM
Worth knowing
A little peek at what awaits.
The good stuff, without the brochure-speak.
Experience Dev Deepawali on 24 November 2026
Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Seek blessings at Kal Bhairav and Annapurna Devi Temple
Experience Subhe Banaras at Assi Ghat
Visit Sankat Mochan Temple and Durga Kund Temple
Explore Banaras Hindu University and BHU Vishwanath Temple
Enjoy an exclusive Dev Deepawali evening boat ride
Witness illuminated ghats, Ganga Aarti and Deep Daan
Experience cultural performances, drone and laser shows
Enjoy authentic Banarasi snacks
Visit Sarnath and Sarvaved Mahamandir Dham
Professional photography session
Around the table
Food that tastes like the place you're in.
Good food is part of a good trip. Expect simple, satisfying meals made with whatever is fresh and local.
Meals included
Fresh, simple and part of the experience.
Good to know
What's covered.What isn't.
No fine-print scavenger hunt. Here's exactly what comes with the trip.
You're covered
Included in your trip
- Accommodation on double-sharing or triple-sharing basis
- Accommodation in selected 3-star or 4-star hotels
- Daily breakfast at the hotel (3 breakfasts)
- Darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Darshan at Kal Bhairav Temple
- Darshan at Annapurna Devi Temple
- Visit to Sankat Mochan Temple
- Visit to Durga Kund Temple
- Visit to BHU Vishwanath Temple
- Excursion to Sarnath
- Visit to Sarvaved Mahamandir Dham
- Exclusive evening boat ride during Dev Deepawali
- Welcome session
- Authentic Banarasi snacks
- Deep Daan ceremony
- Ganga Aarti experience
- Professional photography session
- Access to cultural performances
- Laser show
- Drone show
- Fireworks
- Airport or railway station pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned vehicle according to group size
- Experienced local tour guide
- All toll taxes
- Parking charges
- Fuel expenses
- Driver allowances
- Dedicated Travzee tour manager
- On-ground assistance
- All applicable taxes
You're on your own
Not included in your trip
- Airfare and train tickets to and from Varanasi
- Early check-in charges
- Late check-out charges
- VIP Darshan
- Special entry fees
- Pandit fees
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
- Drinks
- Bottled water
- Beverages
- Refreshments except those mentioned in the inclusions
- Personal expenses
- Shopping
- Laundry
- Porterage
- Tips
- Camera and videography charges at temples, museums, and monuments
- Travel insurance
- Medical expenses
- Emergency evacuation charges
- Additional expenses arising from changes in government taxes
- Fuel surcharges
- Transportation cost increases after booking
- Expenses caused by delays
- Natural calamities
- Road closures
- Weather conditions
- Other unforeseen circumstances
- Any services not specifically mentioned under the package inclusions
A glimpse
Dev Deepawali in Varanasi
From
₹15,999/ person