Flavors of Banaras

Itinerary

Arrive in Varanasi, the city where devotion meets flavor. After hotel check-in and freshening up, begin your culinary exploration with a local food guide. Start your journey at Godowlia Chowk, tasting iconic Kashi kachoris and spicy sabzi, followed by crispy jalebis fresh from traditional halwais. Walk through the narrow lanes of Vishwanath Gali, discovering age-old eateries serving tamatar chaat, malaiyyo (seasonal sweet), and Banarasi paan, the pride of the city. Evening: Enjoy the spectacular Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat — a perfect blend of sensory and spiritual experiences. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Begin your day with a refreshing lassi trail at the famous Blue Lassi Shop, known for its variety of fruit and saffron-infused lassis served in clay cups. After breakfast, explore local spice markets and sweet shops to learn about Banaras’s culinary heritage and ingredient traditions. Optional visit to Bharat Mata Temple or Assi Ghat café scene for a relaxed brunch. Before departure, participate in a short cooking demonstration of traditional Banarasi dishes by a local chef — perfect for those who want to recreate the flavors back home. Evening drop at railway station/airport for departure with delicious memories of Kashi’s culinary magic.

Inclusions

Accommodation in 3-star hotel or boutique guesthouse (1 Night stay)
Breakfast and curated street food tastings
Guided food walk through old Varanasi
Local culinary expert assistance
Visit to spice & sweet markets
Ganga Aarti experience
Complimentary bottled water & hygiene kit during food walk
All transfers by AC vehicle
All applicable taxes and guide fees

Exclusions

Airfare / train fare to and from Varanasi
Meals or snacks not included in food walk itinerary
Personal purchases (sweets, spices, souvenirs)
Alcoholic beverages
Entry tickets to optional attractions
Travel or health insurance

Policy & Terms

Once your Kashi tour package is confirmed, inclusions and itinerary can be modified only with prior approval and may affect the overall cost.
Any date change or tour extension request must be made in advance and will incur an additional charge of at least 25% of the total package cost.
If any activity such as a boat ride, aarti ceremony, or special entry is cancelled due to weather or operational issues, only the applicable refund will be processed.
Early check-in or late check-out is subject to hotel availability. Standard check-in/check-out time: 12:00 noon.
For flight or train bookings made through us, 100% payment is required at the time of ticket issuance.
Rescheduling, cancellation, or refund of flight/train tickets will strictly follow the respective carrier’s policies.

Payment Policy

25% of the total package cost is required to initiate booking if travel date is more than 30 days away.
50% of the amount must be paid after receiving confirmation of hotels, transport, and activities.
Final 25% payment must be completed at least 10 days before the departure date.
Full payment is mandatory prior to the commencement of the tour to ensure smooth operations.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation after booking confirmation: 25% of package cost.
30 days before departure: 30% of package cost will be charged.
15 days before departure: 50% of package cost will be charged.
10 days or less before departure / No show: 100% of package cost will be charged.
Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 7–10 working days after cancellation.