Banaras Dev Deepawali Special – Kashi Festival Experience
Experience Dev Deepawali, Sacred Ghats, Temples & the Timeless Soul of Kashi
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About This Journey
Experience Banaras at one of its most extraordinary times of the year with Go Alive on a 4-day journey designed around the spiritual, cultural and festive atmosphere of Dev Deepawali.
Explore the sacred ghats of the Ganga, witness the iconic evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, experience Subah-e-Banaras at sunrise and discover the ancient temples and narrow heritage lanes that give Kashi its unique character.
The highlight of the journey is Dev Deepawali, when the riverfront transforms with thousands of glowing diyas, prayers, rituals and festive celebrations across the ghats.
Along the way, experience a shared morning boat ride, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kaal Bhairav Temple, traditional Banarasi flavours and local neighbourhoods while travelling with a social group.
Designed for travellers looking for more than conventional sightseeing, this Go Alive experience combines spirituality, culture, photography, food and the living traditions of one of India’s oldest cities.
Trip Highlights
- 4 Days / 3 Nights Banaras Cultural Journey
- Dev Deepawali Festival Experience
- Thousands of Diyas Across the Ghats
- Dashashwamedh Ghat Ganga Aarti
- Subah-e-Banaras at Assi Ghat
- Shared Morning Boat Ride on the Ganga
- Assi Ghat to Namo / Panchganga River Experience
- Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Darshan
- Kaal Bhairav Temple Visit
- New Kashi Vishwanath Temple – BHU
- Banaras Heritage Lane Walk
- Local Banarasi Food Walk
- Sankat Mochan Temple
- Tulsi Manas Temple
- Durga Mata Temple
- Traditional Ethnic Evening Experience
- Photography & Videos During the Trip
- 3 Breakfasts Included
- Dedicated Group Trip Leader
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Banaras | Heritage Walk & Ganga Aarti
Arrive in Varanasi and begin your Go Alive journey into the spiritual heart of Kashi.
Check in to your stay and take some time to settle in. Breakfast or lunch on arrival can be enjoyed at your own expense depending on your arrival time.
Meet your fellow travellers for an introduction and trip briefing before beginning the exploration of Banaras.
Visit the New Kashi Vishwanath Temple at BHU before continuing towards Godowlia and the old city area.
Walk towards Dashashwamedh Ghat and witness the famous evening Ganga Aarti surrounded by devotional chants and the atmosphere of the riverfront.
Later, explore the local food and street atmosphere around Banaras.
Overnight Stay: Varanasi
Day 2: Dev Deepawali | Ethnic Day & Festival Experience
Enjoy breakfast and prepare for the highlight of the journey — Dev Deepawali in Varanasi.
Since the festival attracts very large crowds, the group will move towards the ghats early in the afternoon according to local conditions and access restrictions.
Dress in comfortable ethnic attire such as a kurta, saree or suit and enjoy photography opportunities against the festive backdrop of Kashi.
As evening approaches, witness the ghats transform with countless glowing diyas, prayers, rituals, lights and the extraordinary atmosphere of Dev Deepawali.
The group may reach the ghat area around 4:00 PM to secure a suitable place before the main celebrations begin.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight Stay: Varanasi
Day 3: Subah-e-Banaras | Ganga Boat Ride | Kashi Heritage & Temples
Begin the day early with Subah-e-Banaras at Assi Ghat and experience the peaceful morning atmosphere along the Ganga.
Continue with the included shared boat ride from the Assi Ghat area towards Namo Ghat and Panchganga Ghat while enjoying views of Varanasi’s historic riverfront.
Later, visit Kaal Bhairav Temple and Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham.
Enjoy a traditional Banarasi breakfast experience and explore the famous narrow lanes of the old city.
After some rest, continue with temple hopping in the evening, including Sankat Mochan, Tulsi Manas, Durga Mata, Tridev Temple and Bal Hanuman Temple according to local access and timing.
The day may conclude with another visit towards Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple / evening aarti subject to temple access, queues and crowd conditions.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight Stay: Varanasi
Day 4: Checkout & Departure
Enjoy your final breakfast and complete the checkout formalities.
The Go Alive Banaras Dev Deepawali journey concludes with unforgettable memories of the ghats, temples, local food, sacred Ganga and the spectacular festival atmosphere.
Airport and railway-station transfers are not included unless specifically added to your final booking.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 3 Nights Accommodation
- 3 Breakfasts
- Dedicated Group Trip Leader
- Shared Morning Boat Ride on the Ganga
- Boat Route from Assi towards Namo / Panchganga Ghat as per Operational Plan
- Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Darshan
- Banaras Food Walk
- Internal Transportation by Auto Rickshaw
- Photography & Videos During the Trip
- Photography & Videos During the Boat Experience
- Photography & Videos During Dev Deepawali Day
Not Included
- Airport Pickup & Drop
- Railway Station Pickup & Drop
- Private / Personal Boat Ride
- Early Check-In
- Meals Not Specifically Mentioned Under Inclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Dakshina & Personal Temple Offerings
- Optional Activities
- 5% GST
- Anything Not Specifically Mentioned Under Package Inclusions
Package Costing
Triple Sharing
Original Price: ₹17,999 Per Person
Special Price: ₹16,999 Per Person
You Save: ₹1,000 Per Person
Double Sharing
Original Price: ₹20,999 Per Person
Special Price: ₹18,999 Per Person
You Save: ₹2,000 Per Person
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
Meals: 3 Breakfasts
Internal Transport: Auto Rickshaw
Taxes: 5% GST Extra
Final Go Alive package pricing is subject to accommodation availability, festival arrangements and confirmation at the time of booking.
Available Batches
October Special Departure
Travel Dates: 22 October 2026 – 25 October 2026
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
November Special Departure
Travel Dates: 22 November 2026 – 25 November 2026
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Trip Mode: Group Departure
Starting Price: ₹16,999 Per Person
Triple Sharing: ₹16,999 Per Person
Double Sharing: ₹18,999 Per Person
Availability: Limited Festival Departures
Please confirm the final Dev Deepawali date, batch availability and Varanasi arrival arrangements with the Go Alive team before booking your train or flight.
- Please confirm the final Dev Deepawali date and batch before booking your train or flight tickets.
- The Dev Deepawali date is subject to the Kartik Purnima calendar and may change.
- The itinerary may be adjusted because of festival crowds, police restrictions, temple access or local conditions.
- Dev Deepawali attracts very large crowds, and travellers should be prepared for congestion and longer movement times.
- Internal transportation is primarily by auto rickshaw because many roads and lanes in old Banaras are narrow and congested.
- Travellers may need to walk approximately 1–2 km at various points during the trip.
- Comfortable walking footwear is strongly recommended.
- Temple timings, darshan queues and aarti access may change according to crowd conditions.
- The group may reach the Dev Deepawali ghats several hours early to secure suitable access before the evening celebrations.
- Photography and video opportunities depend on crowd conditions, local restrictions and available access.
- Airport and railway-station pickup / drop are not included.
- Final stay details, meeting point, auto-rickshaw arrangements and trip-leader information will be shared before departure.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation requests must be communicated to Go Alive through an official communication channel.
- Booking amounts paid towards confirmed reservations may be non-refundable.
- Cancellation charges will depend on the cancellation date and amounts already committed towards accommodation, local transport, festival arrangements and other suppliers.
- Dev Deepawali departures operate during a high-demand festival period and may carry stricter cancellation conditions.
- Cancellation close to the departure date may attract substantial or complete cancellation charges.
- No-show bookings may be treated as non-refundable.
- Train, flight and other third-party services will follow their respective cancellation conditions.
- Changes caused by festival dates, crowd-control restrictions, weather, government directions or other conditions outside operational control may require itinerary modifications.
The final cancellation conditions applicable to your Go Alive booking will be communicated before confirmation.
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Where necessary to complete a booking, relevant traveller information may be shared with accommodation providers, transportation operators, local coordinators and other travel-service partners.
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Frequently Asked Questions
6 QuestionsEverything you may want to know before booking this journey.
01 What is Dev Deepawali in Varanasi?
Dev Deepawali is a major festival associated with Kartik Purnima when the ghats of Varanasi are illuminated with countless diyas, prayers, rituals and cultural celebrations along the Ganga.
02 Is the Ganga boat ride included?
Yes. The package includes a shared morning boat ride on the Ganga from the Assi Ghat area towards Namo and Panchganga Ghat according to the confirmed operational route.
03 Is Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple darshan included?
Yes. Darshan at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple is included, subject to temple timings, security arrangements, local access and festival crowd conditions.
04 Are airport or railway-station transfers included?
No. Airport and railway-station pickup and drop are not included in the package. Travellers should reach the confirmed Go Alive meeting point in Varanasi independently.
05 Is Dev Deepawali very crowded?
Yes. Dev Deepawali attracts very large crowds in Varanasi. Travellers should expect walking, traffic restrictions, crowded ghats and longer movement times. The itinerary may be adjusted according to local conditions.
06 What should I wear during Dev Deepawali?
Comfortable clothing and walking footwear are recommended during the day. For the main Dev Deepawali evening, travellers may wear comfortable ethnic attire such as a kurta, saree or suit for the festive experience.