Day 01 – Varanasi Arrival

Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh that has been around since the 11th century B.C. It’s considered the spiritual capital of India. People come here for religious reasons, particularly Hindus who come to bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges River and perform funeral rituals.
At arrival Varanasi Airport you will be received by our executive/ driver. Check into the pre booked hotel. Evening free to relax at hotel. Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 02 – Varanasi

Early morning, we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking holy dip in the Ganges. We will visit all the famous Ghats of Varanasi via boat. Latter visit the most religious Kashi Vishwanath temple, Annapurna Temple, the Bharat Mata temple, Sankat Mochan (Hanuman temple), Manas Mandir, BHU. Come back to hotel for breakfast.
Later in non, we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath. Sarnath is the place where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath are the Buddha temples, the Dhamekhastupa, Chaukhandistupa and the archaeological museum.
In evening have leisure time for shopping in Varanasi (optional and by your own). Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 03 – Varanasi – Bodhgaya

After breakfast, depart for Bodhgaya, the place where Buddha attained enlightenment. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and unwind. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most sacred site in Buddhism, marking the spot of Buddha’s enlightenment. Explore the Bodhi Tree and other significant Buddhist sites in Bodhgaya. Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 04 – Bodhgaya Sightseeing

Spend the day exploring more of Bodhgaya’s spiritual landmarks, including the Great Buddha Statue, Sujata Temple, and various monasteries. Visit the Dungeshwari Cave, where Buddha practiced extreme austerity before attaining enlightenment. In the evening, you may choose to participate in meditation sessions or attend prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple. Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 05 – Bodhgaya – Patna via Nalanda and Rajgir

After breakfast heading towards Patna, the capital city of Bihar. En route, visit the ancient university town of Nalanda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the ruins of the Nalanda University, once a renowned center of learning. Continue to Rajgir and visit Grid Hakuta Hill and Vulture’s Peak, important Buddhist pilgrimage sites associated with Buddha’s teachings. Upon reaching Patna, check into your hotel and relax. Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 06 – Patna – Kushinagar
After breakfast proceed to Kushinagar, the place where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana (final enlightenment). Upon arrival, visit the Mahaparinirvana Temple and the Ramabhar Stupa, which marks the site of Buddha’s cremation. Explore other significant sites such as the Mathakaut Temple and the Kushinagar Museum. Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 07 – Kushinagar – Ayodhya
After breakfast check out the hotel and proceed for Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama and a revered pilgrimage site for Hindus. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax.
Visit the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, and offer your prayers.
Explore other significant sites like Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan, and Nageshwar Nath Temple. Have dinner and night stay at hotel.

Day 08 – Ayodhya – Departure
The last day of your tour, after breakfast, check out the hotel. Our driver will drop you at Varanasi Airport to take your flight towards journey ahead.