Buddhist Pilgrimage
Bodh Gaya · Nalanda · Kushinagar · Varanasi
Duration
9 Days · 8 Nights
Best Time
October to March
Category
Buddhist Tours
Overview
Walk in the footsteps of the Buddha across the sacred sites of Bodh Gaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar and Lumbini.
Highlights
Mahabodhi Temple
Sarnath deer park
Ancient Nalanda
Monastery blessings
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
Day 1
Arrive Delhi
Welcome and transfer.
2
Day 2
Delhi – Patna – Bodh Gaya
Fly and drive to Bodh Gaya.
3
Day 3
Bodh Gaya
Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi tree.
4
Day 4
Bodh Gaya – Rajgir – Nalanda
Ancient university ruins.
5
Day 5
Nalanda – Kushinagar
Where the Buddha attained parinirvana.
6
Day 6
Kushinagar – Lumbini
The Buddha's birthplace (Nepal border).
7
Day 7
Lumbini – Varanasi
Drive to the holy city.
8
Day 8
Varanasi – Sarnath
First sermon site and boat ride.
9
Day 9
Departure
Fly onward from Varanasi.
Photo Gallery
Inclusions
- Accommodation in hand-picked hotels / resorts
- Daily breakfast and select meals
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with chauffeur
- English-speaking local guides at each city
- All sightseeing and monument entrances as per itinerary
- Airport, hotel and station transfers
- 24/7 on-ground support
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions
- International & domestic airfare
- India visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners not specified
- Camera fees, tips and personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
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