Sarnath Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers
ID: GYG733629-1190130
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the birthplace of Buddhism on a guided tour of Sarnath from Varanasi. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and Deer Park. admire the incredible views of ruins monuments.
Discover the historic city of Sarnath on a private tour from Varanasi. Learn about the city's significance as the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon post-enlightenment and visit its top attractions.
Begin your tour with pickup from your hotel in Varanasi. Upon reaching Sarnath, explore the suggested sites or add some of your preferences. Visit the Dhamek Stupa, a monumental structure where Buddha imparted his first sermon to five Brahmin disciples after enlightenment.
Next, see the Chaukhandi Stupa, erected between the 4th and 6th centuries, marking the meeting point of Lord Buddha and his initial disciples on their journey from Bodh Gaya to Sarnath. Visit the Sarnath Museum, home to artifacts dating back to the 3rd century BCE, unearthed during Sarnath's excavation.
Continue to the Golden Temple, a tranquil Buddhist temple complex showcasing a creatively adorned shrine interior and art. Finally, visit the Deer Park, the historic location where Buddha initially taught Dharma.
Conclude your tour with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel in Varanasi.
Highlights
- Discover the birthplace of Buddhism and the site of Buddha's first sermon speech
- Visit the Dhamek Stupa, where Buddha imparted his first sermon with five discipl
- Explore the Chaukhandi Stupa, marking the meeting point of Lord Buddha's deciple
- See the Sarnath Museum, home to artifacts dating back to the 3rd century BCE
- Visit the Deer Park, where Buddha initially taught Dharma and explore the stupa
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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.