| DATES | SECTORS | HOTELS | B'FAST | LUNCH | DINNER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAY 01 | ARRIVE VARANASI BY AI FLIGHT | VNS HOTEL | ----- | VNS HOTEL | VNS HOTEL |
| DAY 02 | VARANASI-BODHGAYA | BOD HOTEL | VNS HOTEL | BGY HOTEL | BGY HOTEL |
| DAY 03 | BODHGAYA | BOD HOTEL | BGY HOTEL | BGY HOTEL | BGY HOTEL |
| DAY 04 | BODHGAYA-RAJGIR--VAISHALI | VSL HOTEL | BGY HOTEL | RAJ | VSL HOTEL |
| DAY 05 | VAISHALI - KUSHINAGAR-LUMBINI | LUM HOTEL | VSL HOTEL | KNR HOTEL | LUM HOTEL |
| DAY 06 | LUMBINI-SRAVASTI | SRV HOTEL | LUM HOTEL | LUM HOTEL | SRV HOTEL |
| DAY 07 | SRAVASTI—AGRA | AGR HOTEL | SRV HOTEL | SRV HOTEL | LKO HOTEL |
| DAY 08 | AGRA – DELHI | DEL HOTEL | AGRA | AGR | DEL |
| DAY 09 | DEL / OUT | XXX | DEL | DEL | XX |
Beginning in Varanasi, visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Continue to Bodhgaya, the place of Buddha’s enlightenment, and explore the Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Dungeshwari Caves, and other revered monasteries. The pilgrimage proceeds to Rajgir, Nalanda, and Vaishali, showcasing ancient Buddhist heritage, monasteries, and the renowned Nalanda University. Visit Kushinagar, where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana, before crossing into Lumbini, Nepal, the birthplace of Buddha. Continue to Sravasti, where Buddha spent many monsoon retreats and performed numerous miracles. The journey concludes with visits to the magnificent Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, followed by a sightseeing tour of Delhi before departure. This thoughtfully designed itinerary combines sacred pilgrimage, historical landmarks, cultural experiences, comfortable accommodations, and authentic Indian hospitality, making it an ideal tour for Buddhist devotees and cultural travelers alike.
Arrive at Varanasi Airport by AI @ 1140 Hrs. Welcome to India! You will be meet at the airport by our guide. Upon arrival transfer to hotel , after Lunch visit Sarnath for Pirith Ceremony (where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon).
Dhamekha Stupa is the most remarkable and massive structure at Sarnath. Built partly in stone and partly in brick, the Dhamekha stupa is 28 meter in diameter at the base and 43.6 meter in height. The stone facing the lower part is decorated with delicate floral carving of gupta period. Tour continues to visit Deer park & Sarnath Museum (every Friday is closed) Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel.
After early breakfast at hotel then Drive to Bodhgaya, which is 250 kms / 05 hrs drive , Arrival Bodhgaya and transfer to hotel. lunch at hotel, after noon Visit Mahabodhi temple & The Bodhi tree, situated in the premises of the temple, is the one under which Buddha attained illumination, Dinner & overnight stay in hotel in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast, morning visit Mahabodhi temple for SIL Puja and The Bodhi tree, situated in the premises of the temple, is the one under which Buddha attained illumination also visit Sujata Kutir, Niranjana River and drive through various monasteries & temple, etc . Lunch at hotel. late afternoon visit to Dungeswari Caves, Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast, drive to Rajgir which is 80 kms / 02.30 hrs drive, enroute visit Gridhkuta Peak, at the top of Ratnagiri hill, where Lord Buddha preached many inspiring sermons, a Peace Pagoda has been built by the Buddha Sangh of Japan. Tour continue drive through Bimbisara Prison & visit Venu van. Lunch at Rajgir Hotel. Then drive to Nalanda visit ruins of ancient university; The site of Nalanda was one of the greatest monastic universities of the ancient world University established in 5th century BC. It is believed that Lord Buddha and also the founder of Jainism Religion Lord Mahavir taught at this university for years. There is even a monument to facilitate Chinese traveler monk and writer Hiuen Tsang who studied at this university in the 7th century A.D.
After visit onward proceed to Vaishali which is 160 kms / 04.3 hrs . Upon arrival in vaishali transfer to hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Patna.
After Early breakfast then sightseeing of Vaishali. Vaishali is believed to be the First Republic of the World, having an Elected Body of Representatives Hold Special Significance for Buddhist Devotees. The Buddha Preached the Radha Sutra, The Eighty-Four Thousand Faithful Gathered There drive to kushinagar ,
After lunch at kushinager visit Rambhar Stupa - which marks Lord Buddha's cremation ground our second stop is Mahaparinirvana temple - which houses the recumbent figure of Lord Buddha,
Then drive to Lumbini (190 Kms / 04 Hrs.), (Nepal), on arrival at Lumbini transfer to hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel in Lumbini.
Early Breakfast at hotel then visit to the Birth place of Lord Buddha – Mayadevi Temple. Shakyamuni Buddha was born in Lumbini, in southern Nepal, two thousand five hundred years ago also Visit Ashokan Pillar After early lunch Drive to Sravasti which is 205 kms / 05 hrs drive, dinner and overnight at Sravasti hotel
Breakfast at hotel then sightseeing of Sravasti: Sravasti was the capital of Kosala Mahajanapada in ancient times. Sravasti is also known as Sahet - Mahet. Sravasti is renowned for the supernatural feats showed by Lord Buddha, sitting on a lotus, and for other stories that are linked with Buddha. It is said that Lord Buddha spent 24 rainy seasons at Sravasti. Visit - to Jetvana , Ananda Bodhi Tree and Angulimal Caves, Lunch at hotel then drive to Agra by expressway , Dinner and overnight stay at hotel .
Breakfast at hotel , then sightseeing of Taj Mahal (it is closed on every Friday) built by Mughal Emperor Shah- Jehan for his Empress Mumtaj Mahal. The construction believed to have taken 22 years to complete with over 20,000 craftsmen working round the clock.
After that proceed for sightseeing tour of magnificent Agra Fort- built at the bank of Yamuna river, is situated in the center of the town. Various styles of the architecture are evident within the fort & demonstrate the love of Mughal Emperors towards building beautiful monuments. Rest of the time free for shopping. Agra is known for its fabulous marble-made handicrafts and soft stone inlay work. The Mughal were great patrons of arts and crafts.
After lunch drive to Delhi by coach , Dinner and overnight at hotel
Breakfast at hotel and will proceed for city tour of Delhi visiting. India Gate- at the center of the city (42 meter, high stone arch) is a memorial raised in honor of the Indian solider who fought & died in the campaign of world war-1 & Afghan war, President House- built in 1929, once the Imperial residence of the British Viceroys and now official residence of the President of Indian Republic, Parliament House – this circular shaped building houses the two houses of Parliament- The Lok Sabha (lower) & Rajya Sabha (Upper). Its domed central hall is 90 feet in diameter.
Or Local shopping at local market, after lunch timely transfer to airport for onward destination …
