Introduction

On Dev Diwali, the gods themselves descend to Earth to witness the sacred Ganga illuminate with millions of diyas. In Varanasi, light merges with devotion, music with mantra, and river with ritual.

Divine Experiences:

- Dev Diwali Illumination Cruise – watch the Ganga glow with millions of diyas.

- Twin Aartis – Ganga Aarti in Varanasi.

- Sacred Soundscape – live sitar & tabla recital in a riverside setting.

- Temple Prasad Tasting – blessed prasadam from Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna Devi.

- Sunrise Boat Ride – chants, rituals & tea service at dawn on the ghats.

- Living Heritage Walks – Godowlia Bazaar in Varanasi.

- Philosophical Dialogue – interaction with a Sanskrit scholar on the symbolism of light.

- Yoga & Meditation – optional sunrise sessions at Assi Ghat.

Special Amenities:

- VIP Festival Access – reserved seating at Dev Diwali.

- Ritual Kits – diyas, incense, copper lota & flowers for offerings.

- Traditional Welcome – welcome drinks, tilak & garlands on arrival.

- Culinary Enhancements – Banarasi feast & thali showcase.

- On-Board Comfort – water bottles, snacks, & scented wipes.

- Souvenirs from House of Ullassa

Inclusions:

- Premium accommodation for 2 nights in Varanasi.

- Daily breakfast & festive thali-style dining.

- All transfers & sightseeing by private AC vehicle.

- VIP boat ride & seating for Dev Diwali.

- Sugam darshans at Kashi Vishwanath & Kal Bhairav Temple.

- Guided heritage walks in Varanasi.

- Dedicated Divine India travel buddy throughout.

Divine India Promise

From the celestial glow of Dev Diwali in Kashi every diya you light, every mantra you chant, every temple you enter becomes part of your eternal memory of India’s sacred spirit.

Travel Itinerary

Day 1 (4th Nov): Arrival & Spiritual Immersion in Varanasi

Morning

Arrival in Varanasi. Check in at your heritage hotel.

Visit Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, one of the 12 holiest Jyotirlingas.

Afternoon

Darshan at Annapurna Devi Mandir and Kal Bhairav Temple.

Lunch at a heritage vegetarian restaurant.

Evening

Sunset boat ride on the Ganga.

Attend the grand Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.

Food tasting and heritage walk.

Explore Godowlia Market for silks and handicrafts.

Dinner & overnight stay at a premium accommodation, Varanasi.

Day 2 (5th Nov): Dev Diwali – Festival of the Gods

Morning

Breakfast at hotel.

Excursion to Sarnath: Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum & Buddhist Vihar.

Afternoon

Visit Ramnagar Fort & Royal Museum.

Lunch at a local Banarasi restaurant.

Explore BHU Campus & Bharat Kala Bhawan Museum.

End the day at Tulsi Manas Mandir and Assi Ghat.

Evening – Dev Diwali Highlight

Private boat cruise to witness Dev Diwali:

Millions of diyas across 84 ghats.

VIP reserved seating for the Ganga Aarti.

Fireworks reflecting on the sacred river.

Dinner & overnight stay at a premium accommodation, Varanasi.

Day 3 (6th Nov): Departure with Blessings

Morning

Breakfast at hotel.

Late Morning / Afternoon

Free time for shopping or tea at a heritage café.

Check out & transfer to station/airport.

Departure with blessings.