Dev Deepawali- A Luxury Cruise Experience

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.