Experiences
Curated Tour
Before the river calls, wander the halls of a living royal fort and the crafts of Banaras — a guided journey into the heritage of Kashi.
Every Akashganga evening opens with a curated tourof Ramnagar Fort and the crafts of Banaras. A guide brings the fort's stories to life, and guests sit with local artisan families before the evening moves to the river — a single, seamless journey from heritage to celebration.
A Journey Through Kashi
From vintage carriages and royal regalia to the century-old astronomical clock, and on to wooden-toy painting and zari-brocade with the families who have practised these crafts for generations — the tour gives guests a real sense of place before the rituals of the night.
The Full Itinerary
Indicative schedule — final timings are confirmed closer to the date.
- [03:00 PM]
Welcome at Ramnagar Fort
[Guests are received at the fort with a traditional welcome.]
- [03:30 PM]
Guided Fort & Museum Tour
[A walk through Saraswati Bhawan — vintage cars, palanquins and the astronomical clock.]
- [04:30 PM]
Artisan Craft Session
[Hands-on time with local families practising Banaras's GI-tagged crafts.]
- [05:30 PM]
Private Ghat Boarding
[Board the Dev Deepawali cruise from the fort's private ghat.]
- [06:00 PM]
Dev Deepawali on the Ganges
[Sail past the 84 illuminated ghats and the grand Ganga Aarti.]
- [08:00 PM]
Fine Dining
[A curated Banarasi dinner in the fort's courtyards.]
- [09:30 PM]
Sky Lanterns & Fireworks
[The celebratory finale over the river.]
New This Year — 2026
- [New for 2026 — e.g. an expanded cultural performance on board.]
- [New for 2026 — e.g. a special artisan showcase or guest of honour.]
- [New for 2026 — e.g. premium seating tiers or a curated photography walk.]
Begin your Akashganga evening
24th November 2026 · Kartik Purnima · Ramnagar Fort, Varanasi