8 Days Taj Mahal and Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour
ID: GYG751410-1213168
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
8 days
Description
Explore the rich cultural heritage of India with our 8-Day Taj Mahal and Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour. Journey through iconic landmarks, starting with the majestic Taj Mahal in Agra.
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi and Transfer to Agra
Arrive in Delhi.
Drive to Agra (approx. 3-4 hours).
Check-in at the hotel.
Evening visit to Mehtab Bagh for a view of the Taj Mahal at sunset.
Overnight in Agra.
Day 2: Agra Sightseeing and Return to Delhi
Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal.
Visit Agra Fort.
Return to Delhi in the afternoon.
Evening at leisure or optional city tour in Delhi.
Overnight in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi to Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fly to Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Transfer to your hotel.
Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Colombo.
Day 4: Colombo to Anuradhapura
Drive to Anuradhapura.
Visit important Buddhist sites including Sri Maha Bodhi Tree, Ruwanwelisaya, and other ancient stupas.
Overnight in Anuradhapura.
Day 5: Anuradhapura to Polonnaruwa
Drive to Polonnaruwa.
Explore the ancient city and its Buddhist sites like Gal Vihara and Lankatilaka.
Overnight in Polonnaruwa.
Day 6: Polonnaruwa to Kandy
Drive to Kandy.
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and Royal Botanical Gardens.
Evening cultural show.
Overnight in Kandy.
Day 7: Kandy to Dambulla and Sigiriya
Visit Dambulla Cave Temple.
Explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
Drive back to Kandy.
Overnight in Kandy.
Day 8: Kandy to Colombo
Drive back to Colombo.
Visit Gangaramaya Temple and Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara.
Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Highlights
- Visit Gangaramaya Temple and Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara.
- Explore Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
- Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic and Royal Botanical Gardens.
- Explore the ancient city and its Buddhist sites like Gal Vihara and Lankatilaka
Guiding languages
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.