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Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour

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Duration : 10 Night / 11 Days

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Tour Overview

11 Days Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour is a superb trip of great moral importance. It will take you on a pious tour that represents the life of Lord Buddha, all the Buddhist sites which have been covered in this tour are matchless in their own way. This tour starting from Delhi and covering land of Buddha which includes Bodhgaya, Kushinagar, Lumbini, Patna, Sravasti, Vaishali and Sarnath in Varanasi. During the tour you will enjoy a spiritually uplifting Ganga aarti and early morning boat ride in Ganges Varanasi. Take up the best package and experience tranquillity, peace and Buddhist teachings. For tailor-made pilgrimage tour of India, please share your requirements and comfort.

Day 1 - Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi airport meet with Go High Travels representative, who will introduce you with your Pilot driver and brief you about your tour Buddhist Pilgrimage. Now proceed to hotel for smooth check in. Evening free at leisure.

Optional Activities –

  • Light and Sound show at Akshardham Temple Complex.
  • Shopping – Clothes, Handloom & Handicrafts.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Day 2 - Delhi tour

Post breakfast leave for Delhi sightseeing. Delhi – The Capital city of India, is of great historical significance as an important commercial, transport, and cultural hub. It has been the centre of a succession of mighty empires. It’s famous for its spectacular monuments. The main attractions are Qutab Minar- tallest stone tower in India, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple (Bahai Faith Temple), drive pass India Gate that’s also called All India War Memorial, President’s House and Parliament House. Transfer back to hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Day 3 - Delhi - Lucknow by flight AND Lucknow - Sravasti by drive

Post breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to airport to board the flight to Lucknow. Received at airport by our representative and now you will proceed to Sravasti by drive (4hrs. approx.). On arrival transfer to hotel for smooth check in. Sravasti - the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala, has the honour for sheltering Buddha for 24 rainy seasons in the Jetvana Gardens. The city believed to be founded by the mythological king Sravast, has age-old stupas, majestic monasteries and several temples. Buddha is said to have performed some miracles here, this is the place where he delivered many of his important sermons

Overnight at hotel in Sravasti.

Day 4 - Sravasti - Lumbini by drive

Post breakfast check out from hotel and visit Saheth - Maheth & Jetvan , It has a number of Buddhist Stupas and monasteries. Now drive to Kapilvastu Lord Buddha had spent his childhood and youth in this town. Now proceed to Lumbini, on arrival check in at hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Lumbini.

Day 5 - Lumbini - Kushinagar by drive

Post breakfast check out from hotel and take Lumbini sightseeing tour, visit Maya Garden, Vietnam temple, Japanese and Chinese temple, Ashoka Pillar. Also visit Maya Devi temple which is believed the birth place of Lord Buddha, you will find a sacred pond beside the temple. Now time to proceed to Kushinagar by drive (4.5hrs. approx.). On arrival complete the check in formalities. Evening at leisure.

Overnight at hotel in Kushinagar.

Day 6 - Kushinagar - Vaishali - Patna by drive

Post breakfast check out from hotel. Kushinagar is the place where the Buddha finally attained Mahaparmirvana. You will Mahaparinirvana Temple & Stupas. Now drive to Patna (7hrs. approx.), enroute visit Vaishali - the lord Buddha preached his last sermon here before his death. Continue drive to Patna, transfer to hotel for smooth check in.

Overnight at hotel in Patna.

Day 7 - Patna - Nalanda - Rajgir - Bodhgaya by drive

Post breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Bodhgaya by drive (5hrs. approx.). Enroute visit Nalanda and Rajgir. Rajgir -The picturesque Rajgir, or Rajagriha as it was known in the past (literally, the abode of kings) is surrounded by the meandering river Banganga and 5 hills. During the lifetime of the Buddha this was the capital of the powerful Magadhan kingdom, ruled by the virtuous King Bimbisara. The hills and caves surrounding Rajagriha were home to spiritual teachers, ranging from the materialism of the early Charavaka school to the metaphysics of Upanishadic philosophers. Like many others in search of truth, Prince Siddhartha, after he renounced his royal heritage came to this city to seek the path of vation. Nalanda- it was the most renowned university in ancient India. It derived its name from Na-alam-da, meaning Insatiable in Giving, one of the names by which the Lord Buddha was known. Arrive Bodhgaya, transfer to hotel for smooth check in.

Overnight at hotel in Bodhgaya.

Day 8 - Bodhgaya tour

Post breakfast leave for local sightseeing. Bodhgaya - it is the place where Buddha attained supreme knowledge or Enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. It is considered the most important pilgrimage for all sects of Buddhists throughout the world. It is the spiritual home of Buddhist. Visit the major tourist attractions such as Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi tree and Sujata Village. Transfer back to hotel. Spend some time at the bank of Niranjana river in the evening.

Overnight at hotel in Bodhgaya.

Day 9 - Bodhgaya - Varanasi by drive

Post breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Varanasi (5.5hrs. approx.), on arrival transfer to hotel. Evening free for own activities.

Overnight at hotel in Varanasi.

Day 10 - Varanasi tour

Early morning enjoy boat ride on River Ganges visit Bathing Ghats. Witness the live rituals of the world’s most important religion. Sailing on the holy waters of Ganga, enjoy the sight of sunrise. Return to hotel for breakfast. Now proceed for an excursion trip to Sarnath it a place where the Buddha preached his first sermon in the Deer Park, contains the most impressive remains, as well as a modern temple. In the evening witness Ganges arti and enjoy Rikshaw ride. Return back to the hotel.

Overnight at hotel in Varanasi.

Day 11 - Varanasi - Delhi by flight

Post breakfast check out from hotel and take city tour. The main attractions are Durga Temple or Monkey Temple, Bharat Mata Mandir, Kashi Vishwanath Temple - the temple was destroyed multiple times by Mughal invaders and was re-constructed by Hindu kings who followed them. On time transfer to airport to board the flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi airport, take your connecting flight for onwards journey.

***TOUR END***

  • 10 night accommodation on double/ twin sharing basis.
  • Meals - breakfast at hotel.
  • Private transportation by using air-conditioned chauffeur driven vehicle.
  • Government approved English speaking local tour guides for sightseeing tours as per itinerary .
  • Early morning boat ride at River Ganges Varanasi.
  • 24 x 7 assistance during the trip.
  • All requisite airport transfers.
  • Road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges and interstate taxes as advised in the Program.
  • All applicable Government taxes.
  • Monument entrance fee and video camera charges
  • Flight ticket / train tickets or Airport taxes
  • Any activities / Optional.
  • Early check in or late check out at hotels (subject to availability).
  • Tipping to driver / guide etc.
  • Any expenses incurred or loss caused by reasons beyond our control such as bad weather/natural calamities/flight delays/rescheduling/cancellations, any accidents/medical evacuations etc.
  • Medical or Travel Insurance
  • Any other personal nature of expenses i.e. phone calls, laundry, mini bar, meals, soft & hard drinks etc.
  • Anything other than specified under the head "Inclusions".
  • Visit birthplace of Buddha and pay homage at Maya Devi Temple,Lumbini.
  • Visit Bodhi Tree where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.
  • Explore ancient Monasteries and Stupas.
  • Explore the ancient ruins of the renowned Buddhist university, Nalanda.
  • Explore the spot where Buddha gave his first sermon after enlightenment in Sarnath
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