The programme has been named so, as it has a magnificent view of the sunrise from the ghats.
Though it is a very early start to the day, boating down the Ganges River during sunrise is one of the main attractions in Varanasi. According to the Hindu mythology, Varanasi liberates soul from human body from the cycle of birth and rebirth. It is the Ganga Ghats of Varanasi that complement the concept of divinity.
The ghats on the River are full of pilgrims who flock to the sacred river to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins. Watching people come down to river in the early morning, taking a bath in the mother Ganga, performing rituals, worshiping the Sun is a very special experience. As you sail, you also pass the many temples built on the banks, old buildings, ashrams and palaces which look as colorful as a rainbow when the sunlight hits them. There is a certain timelessness that is hard to describe.
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Take an early morning boat cruise on the sacred Ganges River and witness the daily rituals. See the long string of ghats (steps) that line the river, where locals practice yoga and Hindus perform morning prayers before bathing in the river to wash away their sins.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Please contact 48 hours before the excursion to confirm exact time and pick up location.
You must contact Le Passage to India at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. Use one of the contacts on this voucher: +91 120 3341962 / 91-9971804040 /[email protected] Upon pickup, please present your printed voucher and photo ID in exchange for your activity. Le Passage to India will respond within 24 hours to confirm your pickup time.