Start your evening at Assi Ghat — watch the quieter riverside Aarti at the southern end of the ghats, then ride on your private boat along the illuminated riverfront.
Assi Ghat, at the southern end of Varanasi's riverfront, holds its own Ganga Aarti every evening around sunset. It is smaller and calmer than the grand Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, with fewer people on the steps — a good choice for families, elderly guests and anyone who prefers a quieter atmosphere.
Board your private boat at Assi Ghat, watch the Aarti from the river, then continue north along the lit-up ghats. If you'd like to see the main ceremony too, your boatman can ride on towards Dashashwamedh Ghat — tell us when you book so we plan the timing.
Fewer crowds than Dashashwamedh — relaxed and peaceful.
Assi Ghat is easy to reach by car or auto.
Continue north past Shivala, Kedar and the illuminated riverfront.
Booked only for your group, never shared.
| Assi Ghat | Dashashwamedh Ghat | |
|---|---|---|
| Scale | Smaller, local | Grand, the city's main Aarti |
| Crowd | Lighter | Very crowded |
| Best for | Families, elderly guests, a calm evening | The full spectacle |
| Boat price | From ₹3,499 | From ₹3,499 |
Want the full spectacle? See the Dashashwamedh Ghat Ganga Aarti boat. Prefer the morning? Assi Ghat also hosts Subah-e-Banaras at dawn.
Call or WhatsApp our Varanasi booking team to confirm availability for your date.
