About The Event
Dev Deepawali on the Ganga - Cruise Mode: Activated
One evening. A thousand stories.
On Dev Deepawali, the ghats of Kashi glow with lakhs of diyas, and the best seat in the city is on the river itself. Panditonroad presents a premium evening cruise on the Ganga, with a front-row view of the lit-up ghats, live classical music, Banarasi flavours at your seat, and a sky full of colour.
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YOUR EVENING ON THE GANGA
Board at Ravidas Ghat and set off on a guided ride past the 84 ghats as the city lights up. Watch the Ganga Aarti from the water. Settle into a draped, fairy-lit deck with live classical music and a host, while Banarasi snacks arrive at your seat.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Banarasi-style welcome with a welcome drink
- Guided ride past the 84 ghats, with a boat tour guide
- Ganga Aarti experience from the river
- Live classical music with a host on board
- On-seat Banarasi snacks: Tamatar Chaat, Aloo Tikki, Palak Chaat, Chuda Matar, Gajar ka Halwa, Gulab Jamun, Thandai, and Chai or Coffee
- Professional photography and a dedicated selfie point
- Life jackets and a boat captain
- Drinking water and separate men's and women's washrooms
- Grand laser show and fireworks*
- Content creators meet*
DATE AND TIMINGS
- Date: 24 November 2026
- Boarding: 2:00 PM
- Departure: 4:00 PM
- Return: around 9:00 PM
VENUE AND BOARDING POINT
Ravidas Ghat, Varanasi. Pickup and drop are at this ghat only.
GOOD TO KNOW
- Please reach Ravidas Ghat by 2:00 PM. Departure is at 4:00 PM.
- Carry your e-ticket and a valid photo ID.
- It can be cool on the river in the evening, so a light shawl or jacket is recommended.
- Follow the crew's safety instructions at all times.
- Outside food, alcohol and fireworks or crackers are not permitted on board.
- The booking amount is non-refundable.
- *The laser show, fireworks and content creators meet are subject to the local programme and attendance.
- Visuals are for concept purposes, and the final vessel may differ. The programme may change because of weather, water levels or administrative orders.
