Boat Booking in Varanasi
Boat Booking in Varanasi – Ganga Aarti, Luxury Cruise & Sunrise Rides
ShriKashiTrip offers online boat booking in Varanasi for every kind of traveler — from a shared Ganga Aarti boat ride to a private Alaknanda or Bhagirathi luxury cruise booking. Book your Varanasi cruise ticket in minutes and glide past all 84 ghats, from the golden sunrise of Subah-e-Banaras to the world-famous evening Ganga Aarti.
Boat Booking in Varanasi – Ride & Cruise Options
Whether you’re looking for an aarti boat booking in Varanasi or a luxury boat booking experience, we have a ride for every budget and occasion.
Sunrise Boat Ride
Watch the ghats come alive with Subah-e-Banaras — morning prayers, yoga, and centuries-old rituals under a golden sky.
From ₹300/personGanga Aarti Boat Booking
Book an aarti boat in Varanasi and witness the world-famous Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat from the water — the best seat in the house.
From ₹350/personPrivate Boat Charter
The whole boat, just for your family or group. Your own timing, your own route, zero sharing.
From ₹2,000Luxury Boat Booking
Upgrade to a premium deck cruise with comfortable seating, guided commentary, and a smoother ride along the ghats.
From ₹1,500/personDev Deepawali Special
See every ghat lit up with a million lamps during the year’s grandest festival. Advance booking essential.
Seasonal pricingGroup & Shared Boat
Budget-friendly shared boat rides for solo travelers and small groups joining a scheduled departure.
From ₹250/personAlaknanda & Bhagirathi Cruise Booking in Varanasi
Looking for Alaknanda boat Varanasi booking or Bhagirathi cruise Varanasi booking? We help you reserve seats on both popular cruise vessels for a relaxed, guided sightseeing experience along the ghats.
Alaknanda Cruise
A spacious double-decker cruise offering panoramic ghat views, comfortable seating, and a smooth sunset or evening Ganga Aarti sailing experience, covering all 84 ghats from Ravidas Ghat to Raj Ghat.
Upper Deck ₹700/person · AC Lower Deck ₹900/personBhagirathi Cruise
A popular evening cruise option covering the main ghats with onboard commentary, ideal for families and first-time visitors to Varanasi.
Upper Deck ₹700/person · AC Lower Deck ₹900/personMV Swami Vivekanand
A larger multi-purpose vessel with 200+ capacity, well suited for group bookings, celebrations, and corporate events on the Ganga.
From ₹1,000/personGangotri Cruise – Varanasi to Prayagraj
A newer 4-deck luxury vessel covering Varanasi, Mirzapur, Chunar Fort, Vindhyachal, and Prayagraj on multi-day sailings, with onboard rooms and dining.
Price on requestVaranasi Cruise Ticket Price & Boat Booking Rates
Clear, upfront Varanasi ganga aarti boat booking price and cruise ticket price — no hidden charges.
| Ride / Cruise Type | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Sunrise Boat Ride | 30–45 mins | ₹300 per person |
| Ganga Aarti Boat Booking (Shared) | 45–60 mins | ₹350 per person |
| Alaknanda / Bhagirathi Cruise Ticket | 60–90 mins | ₹700–₹900 per person |
| Luxury Boat Booking (Premium Deck) | 60–90 mins | ₹1,500 per person |
| Private Boat (up to 6 people) | 1 hour | ₹2,000 |
| Private Boat – All 84 Ghats | 2–2.5 hours | ₹3,500 |
| Dev Deepawali Special Boat | 3–4 hours | On request |
Ghats Covered in Every Boat Ride
From Assi Ghat to Namo Ghat — Varanasi’s most sacred and historic riverfront.
Top Rated Boat Booking Service in Varanasi
Boat Booking Timings in Varanasi
Boat booking in Varanasi is open now for same-day and advance reservations.
| Sunrise Boat Ride | 5:00 AM – 8:00 AM |
| Daytime Cruise / Sightseeing | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Ganga Aarti Boat Booking | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Online Appointments | 24×7 via WhatsApp |
Online Appointments for Boat Booking in Varanasi
- Choose your ride
Sunrise, Ganga Aarti, luxury cruise, or a private charter — pick what suits your plan.
- Book your online appointment
Share your date, time, and number of people on WhatsApp or call.
- Get instant confirmation
Our team confirms availability right away — no waiting around.
- Arrive & enjoy
We’ll share your nearest pickup ghat and meet you there.
Frequently Asked Questions – Boat Booking in Varanasi
Shared boat rides start from ₹300 per person, luxury boat booking starts from ₹1,500 per person, and private boat charters start from ₹2,000 for the group.
Varanasi cruise ticket prices, including Alaknanda and Bhagirathi cruise booking, start from ₹700 per person for the Upper Deck, and go up to ₹900 per person for the AC Lower Deck.
You can book Alaknanda boat Varanasi tickets directly through ShriKashiTrip on WhatsApp or by phone — we confirm your seat and share the boarding point and timing.
Yes, Bhagirathi cruise Varanasi booking is available through ShriKashiTrip for both daytime sightseeing and evening Ganga Aarti sailings.
Simply message us your preferred date and group size on WhatsApp, and we’ll confirm your Ganga Aarti boat booking along with the pickup ghat and boarding time.
Yes, we offer luxury boat booking with premium deck seating, guided commentary, and a smoother ride, in addition to standard shared and private boats.
Yes, boat booking in Varanasi is open now for same-day and advance bookings, with online appointments accepted 24×7 via WhatsApp.
ShriKashiTrip is a top rated boat booking service in Varanasi with 7+ years of experience, licensed boats, and coverage of all 84 ghats.
You can complete your Varanasi cruise ticket booking directly through ShriKashiTrip on WhatsApp or by phone — share your date, time, and group size, and we confirm your seat right away.
The Alaknanda Cruise ticket price starts at ₹700 per person for the Non-AC Upper Deck, and ₹900 per person for the AC Lower Deck, for a 60–90 minute sailing along all 84 ghats.
Bhagirathi cruise Varanasi booking works the same way as Alaknanda — Upper Deck at ₹700 per person and AC Lower Deck at ₹900 per person, for morning and evening sailings.
The Varanasi to Prayagraj route is covered by the newer Gangotri Cruise, a multi-day luxury vessel sailing via Mirzapur, Chunar Fort, and Vindhyachal. Pricing is on request depending on the itinerary — contact us for current packages.
Message us your date, preferred deck (Upper Deck ₹700 or AC Lower Deck ₹900), and group size on WhatsApp. We confirm availability and share the boarding point at Ravidas Ghat.
The Gangotri Cruise is a newer multi-day luxury vessel covering Varanasi to Prayagraj via Mirzapur, Chunar Fort, and Vindhyachal. Its pricing is on request depending on the itinerary length — contact us for the latest packages.
Bhagirathi cruise booking price is ₹700 per person for the Non-AC Upper Deck and ₹900 per person for the AC Lower Deck, for a sailing that covers the main ghats and the evening Ganga Aarti.
The MV Swami Vivekanand is a larger vessel best suited for group bookings, celebrations, or corporate events on the Ganga, priced around ₹1,000 per person depending on the occasion. Contact us to check availability.
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Limited slots every day — especially around Ganga Aarti time.