Duration : 09 Nights / 10 Days
Destination Covered : Delhi - Lucknow - Saravasti - Lumbini - Kushinagar - Vaishali - Patna - Nalanda - Rajgir - Bodhgaya - Varanasi - Sarnath - Delhi
DAY 01 : ARRIVE DELHI
Upon arrival in Delhi . On the first day of your trip, you will arrive in Delhi where you will be greeted with a traditional welcome and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will visit various landmarks such as Qutab Minar, India Gate, Rajghat, and Shanti Vana - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Additionally, you will drive past famous monuments including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Parliament Street, and the President's House. You will spend the night at the hotel.
DAY 02 : DELHI - LUCKNOW - (Flight ) LUCKNOW - SHRAVASTI BY ROAD 136 KMS 4 HOURS DRIVE
Breakfast at hotel. you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Lucknow. From there, you will travel by road to Sravasti, which is about 136 kilometers away and takes approximately 4 hours to reach. It was once the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala and a major center of Buddhism. Sravasti is closely associated with Lord Buddha and is famous for its many Buddhist shrines and monasteries. It is believed that Buddha spent 25 rainy seasons here and delivered some of his famous sermons. Some of the prominent Buddhist sites in Sravasti include Jetavana Monastery, Ananda Bodhi Tree, and Buddha's hut.You will spend the night at the hotel in Sravasti.
DAY 03 : SARAWASTI - LUMBINI( BY ROAD 265 KMS 6 HOURS DRIVE )
On the third day of the itinerary, after having breakfast at the hotel in Sravasti, you will leave for Lumbini. It's a journey of approximately 265 kilometers, which takes around 6 hours. Upon arrival at Lumbini, you will be transferred to your hotel. Later in the afternoon, you will take a half-day city tour visiting the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Lumbini is a small town located in the southwestern part of Nepal, near the border with India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became the Buddha. Lumbini is one of the four main pilgrimage sites for Buddhists and attracts visitors from all over the world. The main attraction in Lumbini is the Maya Devi Temple, which is built around the sacred site where the Buddha was born. Other important sites include the Ashoka Pillar, which marks the spot where the Buddha was born, and various monasteries and meditation centers built by Buddhist organizations from around the world.
You will spend the night at the hotel in Lumbini.
DAY 04 : LUMBINI - KUSHINAGAR BY ROAD 130 KMS 4 HOURS DRIVE
This day involves leaving Lumbini after breakfast and driving for 4 hours to reach Kushinagar. After checking in at the hotel, you will visit the Nirvana Temple and Ramabhar Stupa in the afternoon. The Nirvana Temple is a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists, as it marks the site where Buddha achieved Parinirvana or "final release from the cycle of birth and death." Ramabhar Stupa is a large brick structure that marks the site where Buddha was cremated. You will spend the night at the hotel in Kushinagar. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 05 : KUSHINAGAR - VAISHALI - PATNA ( BY ROAD 250 KMS 6 HOURS DRIVE
After having breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for Patna via Vaishali. Vaishali is an ancient city located in the state of Bihar, India. It was the capital of the Vajjian Confederacy and an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. Vaishali is known for its historical significance, as it was the birthplace of Lord Mahavira, the founder of Jainism. Sightseeing in Vaishali can include visits to the Ashoka Pillar, the Vishwa Shanti Stupa, and the Buddha Stupa.
On arrival, you will check-in at the hotel and then proceed for an afternoon sightseeing tour of Patna City. Patna is the capital city of Bihar and is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. Sightseeing in Patna can include visits to the Mahavir Mandir, the Patna Museum, the Gandhi Maidan, and the Patna Sahib Gurudwara. Other notable attractions include the Kumhrar archaeological site, the Buddha Smriti Park, and the Golghar, a granary built by the British in the 18th century.
DAY 06 :PATNA - NALANDA - RAJGIR - BODHGAYA. BY ROAD 105 KMS 4 HOURS DRIVE
On Day 6, after having breakfast at the hotel in Patna, you will visit the Nalanda University and Gridhkut mountain in the morning. Nalanda University is an ancient seat of learning that attracted scholars from all over the world, while Gridhkut mountain is known for its stunning views and historical significance.
Later visit Rajgir en-route, The town is also known for its ancient Buddhist and Jain shrines, including the Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Venuvana Vihara, and Griddhakuta Hill. Additionally, Rajgir is known for its scenic beauty and is a popular tourist destination in Bihar.
After the Rajgir visit, you will leave for Bodhgaya in the afternoon. Bodhgaya is a significant spiritual destination for Buddhists, as it is believed to be the place where Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Bodhgaya is situated near the river Niranjana and attracts thousands of believers from all over the world. Upon arrival in Bodhgaya, you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 07 : BODHGAYA
Breakfast at hotel.Visit temples and Niranjana river etc. Bodhgaya is a significant pilgrimage site for Buddhists, as it is believed to be the place where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. The main attraction of Bodhgaya is the Mahabodhi Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and houses the famous Bodhi Tree under which Buddha meditated. Other notable temples in the vicinity include the Thai Temple, the Japanese Temple, and the Tibetan Monastery. The Niranjana River is also a popular site for visitors.
DAY 08 : BODHGAYA - VARANASI BY ROAD 232 KMS 5 HOURS DRIVE
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Varanasi by road, covering a distance of 232 kilometers in approximately 5 hours. Upon arrival, we will check-in to our hotel. In the afternoon, we will visit Sarnath, Sarnath is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site located near the city of Varanasi. It is the place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. The major attractions of Sarnath include the Dhamekh Stupa, the Chaukhandi Stupa, the Ashoka Pillar, and the Archaeological Museum.
After the visit of Sarnath, visit Varanasi, Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Benares, is one of the oldest and holiest cities in India. It is situated on the banks of the river Ganges and is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus. The city is also famous for its Ghats, narrow alleys, and ancient temples. The evening Arti and Pooja on the banks of the Ganges is a popular attraction among tourists.
Later in the evening, we will participate in the traditional Hindu ritual of Arti and Pooja.
DAY 09 : VARANASI - DELHI ( BY FLIGHT )
Early morning: Take a boat ride on the Ganges River to witness the stunning sunrise over the water and to see locals performing their morning rituals along the ghats (steps leading down to the river).
Return to your hotel for breakfast. Later transfer to airport to connect flight for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 10 : LEAVE DELHI
Transfer to Airport to board flight for onward journey.
