About The Event
Trivotours Presents Akashganga - Dev Deepawali 2026
Tuesday, 24 November 2026 - Kartik Purnima
Venue: Ramnagar Fort, Varanasi
Step into the royal heart of Kashi for the 4th edition of Akashganga - a day-to-night celebration of Dev Deepawali hosted within the historic walls of Ramnagar Fort. Skip the crowds and the confusion: from a private ghat to curated heritage experiences, every moment is seamlessly arranged so you simply immerse yourself in the grandeur of the festival.
THE ROYAL ITINERARY
11:30 AM - Welcome at Ramnagar Fort
A traditional royal welcome, followed by an Immersive Museum and Fort Tour and a Hands-on GI-Tagged Handicraft Workshop with local artisan families.
01:30 PM - opening ceremony & cultural performance An elegant afternoon celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Banaras, featuring soulful classical music, graceful Kathak performances, and the beginning of a traditional Banarasi Hi-Tea experience.
04:00 PM - Boarding Pass Verification
Dedicated kiosks for a smooth, QR-based Cruise Check-In.
04:30 PM - Dev Deepawali Cruise
Depart from our private ghat to witness the ghats glowing with lakhs of diyas, skies lit with fireworks, and sandstone facades alive with spectacular laser shows.
08:30 PM - Royal Return to Ramnagar Fort
Return through the private ghat to the majestic fort docks.
09:00 PM - Banaras-Themed Dinner
ROYAL EXPERIENCE guests enjoy buffet dinner. AKASHGANGA+ROYAL DINING guests enjoy private dinner at Diwan Khana with limited table arrangements.
10:30 PM - Akashganga Celebration
The grand finale under the night sky - sky lanterns, fireworks and curated photography moments.
11:00 PM - The Final Memory
A warm farewell with a curated handmade gift from Banaras.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
At the Fort
- Museum and Fort Walk Tour
- Handicraft Workshop and Exhibition
- Classical Music and Kathak Performance
- Banaras-style Hi-Tea (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Dinner (buffet on Royal Experience; private Diwan Khana on AKASHGANGA+ROYAL DINING)
- Sky Lantern and Fireworks Celebration
- Venue Photographer
- Return Gift embracing Banaras
- Security and Event Management
On the Cruise (approx. 4 hours)
- Private Ghat Boarding and QR-based Fast Boarding
- Professional Guide and Storyteller
- On-seat Refreshment (limited, complimentary)
- Comfortable Washroom and Medical Support
- On-board Snack Counter (paid)
THE ROYAL TABLE
Banaras-style Hi-Tea - Included on both tickets
Kulhad chai, khas sharbat, Banarasi badi kachori with sabzi and jalebi, golgappa, aloo tikki chaat, tamatar chaat, choora matar, khasta kachori and moong cheela.
Dinner
Buffet dinner is included with ROYAL EXPERIENCE. Private Diwan Khana dinner is included with AKASHGANGA+ROYAL DINING. Menu highlights: Paneer Makhani, Matar Nimona, Aloo Dum Banarasi, Methi Malai Matar, Dal Tadka, Jeera Rice, Banarasi Dahi Bundiya, tandoor and tawa breads, and desserts including Gulab Jamun with Rabdi, Gajar ka Halwa and Banarasi Malaiya.
TICKET OPTIONS (choose ONE - do not buy both)
- ROYAL EXPERIENCE - Rs.19,999 per guest. Full Akashganga festival and cruise with buffet dinner. No Diwan private table.
- AKASHGANGA+ROYAL DINING - Rs.32,498. Full combo alone: Akashganga festival and cruise plus private dinner at Diwan Khana (limited tables; up to 5 adults per table; full table required even for one guest).
Akashganga - where royal heritage meets the divine light of Dev Deepawali.
