Tempo Traveller on Rent in Varanasi
Twelve to twenty-six seater tempo travellers with driver, ready for Kashi Darshan, airport pickups, weddings, and outstation pilgrimage runs to Ayodhya, Prayagraj and Gaya. Real TAXIKASHI rates below — no “call for price” games.
If you’re comparing where to rent a tempo traveller on rent in Varanasi, the honest answer is that the right vehicle depends entirely on your headcount and how far you’re going — a 12-seater Maharaja and a 26-seater Traveller are both “tempo travellers,” but they solve very different problems. This page exists to make that choice quick: real seating capacities, real TAXIKASHI per-km and package rates, and a straight answer on which vehicle fits your group.
For the full background on the vehicle category itself — features, comfort levels, and general guidance — see our complete Tempo Traveller guide. This page is specifically about renting and booking one, today, at a price you can see before you call.
Tempo Traveller Rental Prices in Varanasi
These are TAXIKASHI’s current rates, not industry averages — every operator in Varanasi prices differently, so treat this as your baseline for comparison. All outstation bookings carry a 250 km/day minimum. Driver Bhatta (allowance), tolls and parking are extra unless noted, and charges after 9 PM may attract a night surcharge.
| Vehicle | Seating | Per KM | 8 Hr / 80 Km | 12 Hr / 120 Km | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traveller 17 | 17 | ₹25 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 | Standard mid-size groups, pilgrimage & sightseeing |
| Maharaja 12 (1×1) | 12 | ₹30 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 | Smaller group, premium single-seat comfort |
| Traveller 20 | 20 | ₹28 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | Larger groups, weddings, school/college trips |
| Maharaja 15 (1×1) | 15 | ₹30+ | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 | Mid-size group wanting premium seating |
| Urbania 16 (2×1) | 16 | ₹32 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 | Premium group comfort, corporate travel |
| Traveller 26 | 26 | ₹32 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 | Big groups, weddings, large pilgrimage parties |
| Maharaja 19 (2×1) | 19 | ₹30+ | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 | Larger group wanting premium seating |
| Maharaja Urbania 9/14 | 9–14 | ₹40 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,500 | Small premium/VIP group, luxury outstation |
Tempo Traveller Options Available
Every vehicle on this list is a genuine tempo traveller, but the seating layout changes the experience — the 1×1 and 2×1 Maharaja and Urbania configurations trade a couple of seats for individually reclining chairs, which matters on a long outstation haul.
Standard seating
Traveller 17
The workhorse of the fleet — straightforward pushback seating, good for a mid-size family or pilgrimage group without paying for extras you don’t need.
₹25/km · from ₹5,500
Maharaja Tempo Traveller 19
Premium 2×1 push-back seating for groups who want a longer trip to feel like a longer trip should — more legroom, fewer people per row.
₹30+/km · from ₹6,000Standard seating
Traveller 20
The natural step up from the 17-seater when a few more relatives, colleagues, or wedding guests need to travel together in one vehicle.
₹28/km · from ₹7,000
Urbania 16
Corporate groups and premium family trips gravitate here — a modern cabin feel with the seating discipline of a proper 2×1 layout.
₹32/km · from ₹6,500Standard seating
Traveller 26
The biggest vehicle in the fleet — built for full wedding parties, large joint-family pilgrimage groups, or a full coach of colleagues.
₹32/km · from ₹7,000Premium 1×1 seating
Maharaja 12 & 15
Every seat is its own recliner. Best suited to smaller groups who want the tempo-traveller format without compromising on individual comfort.
₹30+/km · from ₹6,000Looking specifically at the 17 or 20-seater, or the Maharaja line? See 17-seater Tempo Traveller, 20-seater Tempo Traveller, or Maharaja Tempo Traveller for a closer look at each.
Which Tempo Traveller Should You Rent?
Skip the marketing and just match your headcount:
- 8–12 peopleMaharaja 12, or a similar premium option — you’re small enough that individual recliner comfort doesn’t cost you much extra per person.
- 13–17 peopleTraveller 17 is the standard, sensible choice — enough seats without paying for a bigger vehicle than you need.
- 18–20 peopleTraveller 20 — the natural next step up once you cross a full 17-seater.
- 15–19, want premiumMaharaja 15 or 19 — same headcount range as the standard Travellers, but with 1×1 or 2×1 recliner seating.
- Larger groupsTraveller 26 — the biggest standard option, built for full wedding parties or large pilgrimage groups.
- Premium, smaller partyUrbania 16 or the Maharaja Urbania 9/14 — corporate travel or a VIP-feel outstation trip for a compact group.
None of these is objectively “best” — the right one is simply the one that fits your headcount without leaving half the seats empty or your group squeezed.
Local Sightseeing, Darshan & Everyday Bookings
Most bookings inside Varanasi fall into a handful of repeat patterns — here’s how a tempo traveller typically gets used around the city.
City & Market Sightseeing
Godowlia, the ghats, and the old-city lanes — a tempo traveller drops your group close and waits while you explore.
Kashi Darshan Circuit
A full temple-hopping day covered as one all-inclusive fare — ask for the current Kashi Darshan rate on your chosen vehicle.
- Kashi Vishwanath Darshan
- Sarnath half-day trip
- Evening Ganga Aarti
- Airport arrival/departure transfer
- Railway station pickup/drop
- Family & friend group trips
- Group pilgrimage tours
- Wedding & baraat transportation
- Corporate & office group travel
- School & college group outings
Planning a wedding specifically? See our dedicated Tempo Traveller for weddings pricing guide.
Tempo Traveller for Outstation Trips from Varanasi
Outstation bookings run on a 250 km/day minimum, charged at the per-km rate for your chosen vehicle, plus the ₹600 driver Bhatta, and toll/parking as actually incurred along the route. For a multi-day trip, that minimum applies per day — worth knowing before you compare a quote against a shorter in-city rate.
For example, a Traveller 17 on a single outstation day works out to at least 250 km × ₹25 = ₹6,250, plus driver Bhatta, tolls and parking — not the flat 8-hour city package rate. Ask us to run the exact number for your specific route and number of days.
Common outstation routes booked from Varanasi:
- Varanasi to Ayodhya
- Varanasi to Prayagraj
- Varanasi to Gaya / Bodh Gaya
- Vindhyachal, Chitrakoot & other nearby pilgrimage stops
- Lucknow and longer multi-day circuits
Ayodhya & Beyond
Group pilgrimage circuits, priced by distance, not guesswork.
What Is Included in the Rental?
Usually included
- Vehicle and driver for the booked duration
- Fuel
- Driver Bhatta (₹600, as per the rate card)
- The stated per-km or package kilometres
Usually extra, ask upfront
- Toll charges on the actual route
- Parking fees
- Night charges after 9 PM where applicable
- Kilometres beyond the package limit
- Accommodation, meals or guide services (not part of a transport-only booking)
How to Book a Tempo Traveller in Varanasi
- Tell us your travel date
- Tell us your passenger count
- Tell us your pickup location
- Tell us your destination or route
- Select the vehicle that fits your group
- We confirm the fare and everything it includes
- You confirm the booking
Tempo Traveller vs Innova vs Urbania
| Vehicle | Typical Seating | Best For | Feel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innova Crysta | 6–7 | Small families, couples, quick city or outstation trips | Nimble, easy to park, quicker through old-city lanes |
| Urbania | 9–16 | Premium group travel that still wants an SUV-like ride | Modern cabin, smoother ride than a standard Traveller |
| Tempo Traveller | 12–26 | Family groups, pilgrimage parties, weddings, corporate travel | The most seating-flexible option in the fleet |
If your group is small enough to fit in an Innova, it will usually be the cheaper and more manoeuvrable choice inside the city. Once you’re past 8–9 people, a tempo traveller stops being optional and starts being the only vehicle that keeps everyone together.
Booking a tempo traveller sight unseen is a little nerve-wracking — you’re trusting a phone call to get your whole group’s trip right. If you’re on the fence between two sizes, our honest advice is to round up, not down. A slightly bigger vehicle with two empty seats is a comfortable trip. A slightly smaller one with two people perched on laps for a five-hour outstation drive is a trip nobody remembers fondly.
And if it’s a pilgrimage trip with elderly parents in the group, in my opinion the Maharaja or Urbania options are worth the extra per-km cost — the individual recliner seating genuinely matters over a long day, in a way it doesn’t for a two-hour city sightseeing run. That’s the kind of thing a rate card alone won’t tell you, so ask us directly when you call — we’d rather talk you into the right vehicle than the expensive one.
— TAXIKASHI / RK Travels, Varanasi Cantonment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to rent a Tempo Traveller in Varanasi?
It depends on the vehicle and trip type. TAXIKASHI’s rates currently range from ₹25/km for a standard 17-seater to ₹40/km for the premium Maharaja Urbania 9/14, with 8-hour and 12-hour package options also available. See the rate card above for exact figures.
What is the price of a 17-seater Tempo Traveller in Varanasi?
The Traveller 17 is priced at ₹25/km, with package options of ₹5,500 for 8 hours/80 km or ₹6,500 for 12 hours/120 km. Outstation trips apply a 250 km/day minimum.
Can I book a Tempo Traveller with a driver?
Yes, every tempo traveller rental from TAXIKASHI includes a driver — self-drive isn’t offered. Driver Bhatta of ₹600 applies as part of the fare.
What is the minimum distance for an outstation Tempo Traveller?
Outstation bookings carry a minimum of 250 km per day, charged at the applicable per-km rate for your chosen vehicle, regardless of the actual distance covered.
Which Tempo Traveller is best for 15 people?
A Maharaja 15 fits the headcount with premium 1×1 seating, while a Traveller 17 also works if you’d rather have a couple of spare seats at a lower per-km rate.
Can I hire a Tempo Traveller for Varanasi sightseeing?
Yes. Kashi Darshan and general sightseeing packages are priced all-inclusive per vehicle, typically ranging from around ₹6,000 to ₹8,500 depending on which tempo traveller you choose.
Can I rent a Tempo Traveller for Ayodhya from Varanasi?
Yes. Ayodhya is a common outstation route booked from Varanasi — see Varanasi to Ayodhya for route-specific detail, or call us directly for a tempo traveller quote on this route.
Is toll included in Tempo Traveller rental?
No, tolls are charged as actually incurred on your route and are not built into the per-km or package rate.
Is parking included?
Parking is generally extra unless it’s specifically bundled into a package like Kashi Darshan or airport transfer — confirm this when you book.
How can I book a Tempo Traveller in Varanasi?
Call TAXIKASHI at +91 98381 66230 with your travel date, passenger count, pickup location and destination, and we’ll confirm the right vehicle and fare on the call.
Ready to lock in your vehicle?
Tell us your date and headcount — we’ll tell you which tempo traveller fits and what it actually costs, before you commit to anything.
Call +91 98381 66230