Tempo Traveller on Rent in Varanasi

No, Tempo Travellers cannot enter the very narrow lanes leading directly to most ghats in the old city (including Dashashwamedh, Assi, or Manikarnika). These areas are pedestrian-only or restricted to small vehicles like e-rickshaws/cycle-rickshaws. Experienced drivers drop you at the closest permitted point (e.g., Godowlia crossing for Dashashwamedh, about 500m-1km walk) and coordinate pick-up via WhatsApp live location after your visit. This is standard as drivers know the best parking spots and help minimize walking, especially useful for groups with elders or luggage.

The Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and surrounding lanes are completely no-vehicle zones (vehicles stop 1-1.5 km away). A Tempo Traveller parks at a designated spot (like near the main entry gates), and the group walks or takes e-rickshaws from there. Drivers often help book Sugam Darshan passes (₹300-400 per person for faster entry) in advance, wait with luggage/water, and pick you up afterward. Many packages include this coordination to avoid hassle in the crowds.

Yes, it is possible in an 8-10 hour "Kashi Darshan" package (common rate ~₹5,500-₹7,000 for 12-seater, 80 km limit). Typical itinerary: Start with temples (Kashi Vishwanath, Annapurna, Sankat Mochan), move to Sarnath (Dhamek Stupa, museum at approx. 10 km from city center), then BHU/New Vishwanath Temple, and end with evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Drivers optimize routes to beat traffic and suggest starting early (9 AM or pre-dawn for sunrise at Assi Ghat). If your group is large, opt for a 17-seater for comfort.

The airport is located about 22-26 km northwest of central Varanasi (via Ring Road).

• To Dashashwamedh Ghat (main ghat for Ganga Aarti): ~24-25 km, usually 40-55 minutes in normal traffic (can extend to 1-1.5 hours during peak hours or festivals).
• To Kashi Vishwanath Temple area: ~26 km, around 50-70 minutes.
• To most city hotels (e.g., near Assi Ghat, Cantonment, or BHU): 20-30 minutes to 1 hour. A Tempo Traveller provides a comfortable, air-conditioned ride with ample luggage space, ideal for groups after long flights. Our drivers take the fastest routes and monitor traffic.

Reputable services offer doorstep pickup at the arrivals terminal:

• Drivers wait outside the exit gates with a placard (your name/group name).
• They monitor flight status for delays (share your flight number when booking).
• No waiting time as they adjust arrival accordingly (24/7 service). Parking is available near arrivals for larger vehicles like Tempo Travellers. For drop-offs, they handle luggage and guide you to the vehicle. Many travelers praise this as hassle-free compared to prepaid counters or haggling with touts.

Absolutely, many groups book a full-day package starting from airport pickup:

• Airport → hotel refresh → Sarnath (Dhamek Stupa, museum) → temples/ghats → evening Aarti.
• Rates for 8-10 hours/80 km local: ₹5,500-₹7,500 (12-seater), with airport included. This saves changing vehicles and lets the driver handle parking, timings, and crowds. Ideally if arriving morning/early afternoon, drivers know shortcuts to beat traffic.