6 days tour

Enlightened Pilgrimage: Tracing Buddha’S Path

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Enlightened Pilgrimage: Tracing Buddha’S Path

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Hotels used or similar for 5 nights accommodation Varanasi x 2 nights 3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel 4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges 5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj Kushinagar x 1 nights 3* - Hotel The Ideal/ Hotel Adelphi Grande 4* & 5* - The Royal Residency/ Lotus Nikko Hotel Patna x 1 night 3* - Hotel Patliputra Ashok/ Patliputra Exotica 4* - Lemon Tree Premier/ Hotel Gargee Grand 5* - Maurya Hotel/ The Panache Bodhgaya x 1 night 3* - Hotel Taj Darbar/ Hotel Mahamaya 4* & 5* - The Royal Residency/ Lotus Nikko Hotel

Hygieneprotocol

Face masks provided for travelers Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff Gear/equipment sanitized between use Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized Regular temperature checks for staff Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Transport

Private Chauffer driven air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfers, sightseeing & excursion as per program.

Meals

Only daily breakfast included at all hotels.

Guide

All sightseeing with local English speaking tour guide as per program. (Other language guide can be organined on request at additional cost)

Others

Assistance at airport Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary. Bottled water in car Applicable GST (government taxes).

Not included:

Others

Any air fare Camera charges at monuments Main Meals, Lunch or dinner unless mentioned Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc. Or anything not mentioned above.

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Itinerary of your trip Enlightened Pilgrimage: Tracing Buddha’S Path

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Varanasi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Varanasi

      Commence your spiritual pilgrimage in the heart of Varanasi, where every step echoes with ancient traditions. After arriving at the Varanasi airport, your guide will usher you to your hotel. As you settle in, anticipation builds for the evening’s boat ride on the sacred Ganges River. Glide on the tranquil waters, witnessing the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony, a soul-stirring display of devotion. Following this, immerse yourself in the labyrinthine lanes of the old city, absorbing the mystical energy of Varanasi’s age-old culture.


  • Day 2 Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Varanasi Sightseeing

      Embark on a day of spiritual exploration, starting with the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a masterpiece dedicated to Lord Shiva. The journey continues to Banaras Hindu University, an educational citadel with architectural grandeur. In the afternoon, the path leads to Sarnath, a significant site where Lord Buddha imparted his first teachings. Wander through the Dhamek Stupa, explore the artifacts in the archaeological museum, and find solace in the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar temple. The day concludes with the ethereal Ganga Aarti, casting a divine glow over the city.


  • Day 3 Day 3: Varanasi - Kushinagar (250Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Varanasi - Kushinagar (250Kms)

      Bid farewell to Varanasi as you set forth for Kushinagar, the hallowed ground where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana. The journey introduces you to the Mahaparinirvana Temple, a serene place embodying the final moments of Buddha’s earthly journey. As evening descends, visit the Ramabhar Stupa, surrounded by a tranquil ambiance. Your accommodation in Kushinagar provides a peaceful retreat.


  • Day 4 Day 4: Kushinagar - Kesariya - Vaishali - Patna (260Kms)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Kushinagar - Kesariya - Vaishali - Patna (260Kms)

      Embark on a road trip to Patna, weaving through historical waypoints. Pause at the Kesariya Stupa, an architectural marvel and the tallest Buddhist Stupa globally, before venturing to Vaishali, the birthplace of Lord Mahavira. As the day unfolds, the vibrant city of Patna awaits your arrival. Check into your hotel and unwind in preparation for the following day’s adventures.


  • Day 5 Day 5: Patna - Nalanda - Rajgir - Bodhgaya (180Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Patna - Nalanda - Rajgir - Bodhgaya (180Km)

      Embark on a historical voyage, visiting Nalanda, an ancient bastion of knowledge, and Rajgir, famed for its hot springs. The journey through Bihar’s landscape culminates in Bodhgaya, a sacred site where Buddha attained enlightenment. Check into your hotel and absorb the tranquil aura surrounding the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


  • Day 6 Day 6: Bodhgaya - Departure (Flight)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Bodhgaya - Departure (Flight)

      Conclude your spiritual sojourn with a final visit to the Mahabodhi Temple, the epicenter of Buddhist reverence in Bodhgaya. After breakfast, transfer to Gaya airport for your onward flight, cherishing the profound experiences and spiritual insights gained along the sacred trail.


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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

You’ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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