Land of Buddha, Buddhist Circuit Tour (07 Nights / 08 Days)
ID: GYG795835-1271795
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
8 days
Description
The Buddhist Circuit Tour is a popular tour in India and Nepal that takes you through significant locations associated with the life of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as the Buddha.
Day 01:- Arrive at Varanasi International Airport / Pick up from Varanasi Hotel.
"Atithi Devo Bhava"
Arrive at Varanasi International Airport / Pick up from Varanasi Hotel, our representative / driver will meet you at your suggested pick up point and he will assist you to check - in at the hotel. After freshen up relax at the hotel. Evening proceed to enjoy for Ganga aarti at Varanasi Ghat. After Ganga aarti come back to hotel. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 02:- Varanasi Sightseeing
Morning enjoy Boat Ride: A boat ride on the Ganges offers a unique perspective of the ghats and the city. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples. After Darshan come back to the hotel after enjoy your delicious breakfast at the hotel. Later proceed to Varanasi and Sarnath Sightseeing, Bharat Mata Temple, Manikarnika Ghat, Tulsi Manas Temple, Sarnath (10 km from Varanasi) to visit Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and Chaukhandi Stupa. Overnight stay in Varanasi. Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 03:- Varanasi to Bodhgaya
Morning enjoy your delicious after breakfast proceed to proceed to Bodhgaya, on arrival Bodhgaya, check -in at the hotel. After freshen up proceed to Bodhgaya Sightseeing, Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, and other nearby monasteries. Visit Sujata Village, Dungeshwari Caves, and other sites related to Buddha's enlightenment. Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 04:- Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda
Morning after breakfast proceed to Rajgir (approximately 2 hours). Visit Gridhakuta Hill, Venuvan Vihara, and Bimbisara's Jail. Proceed to Nalanda to explore the ruins of the ancient Nalanda University and Nalanda Museum. Overnight stay in Nalanda / Rajgir.
Day 05:- Nalanda to Kushinagar
Morning after breakfast ready for drive to Kushinagar (approximately 6-7 hours). on arrival Kushinagar check - in at the hotel. After Freshen up proceed to visit Mahaparinirvana Temple, Ramabhar Stupa, and Japanese Temple. Overnight stay in Kushinagar.
Day 06:- Kushinagar to Lumbini
Morning after breakfast proceed to Lumbini, (approximately 4-5 hours, crossing the India-Nepal border). on arrival Lumbini check -in at the hotel after freshen up proceed to Visit the Sacred Garden, Maya Devi Temple, Ashokan Pillar, and various international monasteries. Overnight stay in Lumbini.
Day 07:- Lumbini to Sravasti
Morning after breakfast proceed to Sravasti, drive to Sravasti (approximately 5-6 hours). Visit Jetavana Monastery, Anathapindika's Stupa, and other sites. Overnight stay in Sravasti.
Day 08:- Sravasti - Lucknow Departure
Drive to Lucknow (approximately 4-5 hours). Depending on your flight schedule, you can explore some local sights in Lucknow. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Highlights
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is one of
- Visit Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and Chaukhandi Stupa.
- Visit and Darshan Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, and other nearby monasteries.
- Visit Gridhakuta Hill, Venuvan Vihara, and Bimbisara's Jail.
- Visit the Sacred Garden, Maya Devi Temple, Ashokan Pillar, and various internati
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Transportation will be by 4-seater sedan for groups of 01 or 02 people.
By 06-seater Suv for groups of 03 or 04 people, and by 10-seater minivan for groups of 5 to 10 people
Rooms are generally provided on a twin-sharing basis, meaning there will be two people per room. In a booking of 3 people, you will be put into a 3-person room by default. If you are in a group of 3 but prefer 2 separate rooms, you will need to pay an extra charge.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.