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"Whenever my husband and I travel to new cities around the world, we hire guides to showcase the city we’re in, and to teach us about its history and culture. In all of our travels, Anish ranks number one among guides. His language skills are impeccable, and he is super intelligent about everything. He’s a relaxed teacher who appreciates all questions. His intimacy with Varanasi’s hidden alleys made for very special experience. He also arranged for us to have excellent front row boat seats at the evening ceremony (Aarti) near or hotel. We hired him again the next day to take us to Sarnath, the site of Buddha’s first sermon, and to a silk cooperative, also enlightening. Can’t say enough good things about him. He was the best. Thanks Anish! "

"Booking a tour of Varanasi with Bhawna was the BEST decision and truly the highlight of my Varanasi trip! Bhawna is an AMAZING tour guide - the wealth of knowledge and information she has about the city, its history and culture; her impeccable storytelling skills, plus her kind, patient and friendly demeanour truly made it a wholesome and memorable experience. Bhawna has a lovely personality and it’s very easy to connect with her instantly, it truly felt like I am touring the city with an old friend and that truly made it an even more wonderful experience :) I can’t wait to be back in Varanasi and I can’t wait to tour the beautiful city with Bhawna again! Highly recommend! "

"Amazing your sharing the hidden parts of Varanasi. Would recommend. "

"We were expecting to be told off because we were late (don’t underestimate how long it takes to get places in Varanasi!) but Bhawna was all smiles and reassurance! She took us up into the alleys to eat some of the most amazing food, sharing tables with locals and really getting a sense of the city beyond what we’d have dared to do without having a born and bred Varanasi lass with us. She answered all our nosey questions about life in the city and finished the tour with “is there anything else you’d like to see?” Her impeccable English and relaxed and humorous style meant the whole evening felt like being out with a friend rather than a tour guide. Can’t recommend Bhawna highly enough. ***** "

"Exploring Varanasi with Bhawna was an absolute delight! From the rich historical narratives to the personal anecdotes, she brought the city to life in ways we couldn't have imagined.Her expertise not only deepened our understanding of Varanasi's significance but also enriched our overall experience. Walking through the streets, every corner seemed to unveil a new layer of history, and she guide skillfully wove together the past and present, making the city feel truly alive. Her passion for Varanasi was contagious, leaving us with a profound sense of connection to this vibrant cultural hub. We left Varanasi not just as tourists, but as storytellers, thanks to the invaluable insights and warmth of our guide Bhawna,. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a truly immersive and unforgettable journey through one of India's most fascinating cities."

"Wir haben spontan eine Tour mit Shakhir in Varanasi gebucht. Die technische Abwicklung hat super funktioniert und schon als wir Probleme hatten an dem vereinbarten Treffpunkt anzukommen, half uns Shakhir mit konkreten Anweisungen weiter. Während des Spaziergangs durch die Gassen der Stadt hin zu den wichtigsten Ghats erzählte Shakhir tolle facts und stories über diesen magischen Ort. Er gab uns einen Einblick in sein Leben als Einheimischer und persönliche familiäre Traditionen. Wir besuchten seinen Lieblings Lassi Laden und genossen das tolle Getränk. Auch spirituelle Orte wie die Krematorien erklärte Shakhir detailreich und vorallem respektvoll und ermöglichte uns sehr beeindruckende Erfahrungen. Wir empfehlen eine Tour mit Shakhir jedem Varanasi-Reisenden! Ein ganz großartiges Erlebnis! "

"As a female solo traveller it was really important to me to find the right guide. Shikhar was absolutely amazing, easy to communicate with, and mkre than welcoming. We walked all over town, he answered all my questions and made sure I got to experience the real Varansi by personalizing the experience. He also helped me regain my lost luggage and helped organize more events like a boat ride for free. Thank you so much - had the best time!! "

"Bhawna was a wonderful person and guide. She spoke very good English and had a deep knowledge about the city, the people and the history. She took us to places we would never have found on our own and we got a deeper understanding about Hinduism and the life here. She also guided us to a restaurant of her recommendation after the tour. We give her 100/10 points! "

"We had a great tour with Bhawna through Varanasi. She walked us through the key spots and explained things to us about the history and significance of the place. She also showed us some hidden gems and gave us tips which were great. "