Tour overview

14 Nights | 15 Days

New Delhi – Agra – Shravasti – Lumbini (Nepal) – Kushinagar – Bodhgaya – Rajgir & Nalanda – Varanasi.

Join this amazing spiritual journey through India and Nepal! We will start from New Delhi, then go to Agra for the Taj Mahal. Then we will follow Buddha’s footsteps from Shravasti to Lumbini. You will visit places where Buddha found peace and wisdom, like Bodhgya, Varanasi, and Kushinagar. The trip includes historical temples and sacred places that will inspire you and help you connect with Buddha’s teachings. A trip of a lifetime! Full of peace. History. Unforgettable moments.

Tour Highlights:

  1. Visit the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra
  2. Explore Buddha’s birthplace at Lumbini (Nepal)
  3. Meditate under the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya
  4. Boat ride on the Ganges at sunrise in Varanasi
  5. Get to know about Buddha’s teachings at Rajgir and Nalanda
  6. Peaceful moments at Kushinagar, where Buddha attained final liberation

Included

  • Comfortable 3-4 star hotels for 14 nights.
  • Daily breakfast included.
  • All transfers by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Professional local guides for site visits.
  • Entry tickets to all listed sites and temples.
  • Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi.
  • Support for necessary travel documents for India and Nepal.
  • Internal flights (Delhi-Varanasi), if applicable.
  • Daily supply of bottled water during travel.

Not Included

  • Travel to and from India and Nepal.
  • Lunch and dinner (except breakfast).
  • Shopping, tips, and souvenirs.
  • Personal or trip insurance (recommended to arrange separately).
  • Charges for Indian and Nepalese visas (if applicable).
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Any drinks not part of the included meals.

Day 1: Arrival in New Delhi – Namaste & Welcome

Welcome to New Delhi! The capital of India and the starting point of your journey. Our team will greet you at the airport and help you with the hotel check-in.
Take the rest of the day to relax after your travels.
Overnight Stay: New Delhi

Day 2: Discovering Delhi – Museums, Memorials & More

Take breakfast and begin your day with a visit to the National Museum! It is home to priceless Buddhist relics.
Our second stop is India Gate! A symbol of national pride. The next one is the peaceful Gandhi Memorial.
Later, depending on your interest, we will visit the Lotus Temple for its calm ambiance or the grand Akshardham Temple for its stunning architecture.
(Note: Most Delhi sites are closed on Monday)
Overnight Stay: New Delhi

Day 3: Delhi to Agra – A Date with the Taj Mahal

We will begin our journey in the morning to Agra! The city of love!
The highlight? A visit to the picturesque Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
The next place on our list is the history-rich Agra Fort! A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
(Note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday)
Overnight Stay: Agra

Day 4: Agra to Shravasti – Journey Into the Buddha’s Path

Plans for today? We will travel to Shravasti, a significant site in Buddha's life where he spent many rainy seasons teaching.
Check into your hotel and rest after the long journey.
Overnight Stay: Shravasti

Day 5: Shravasti to Lumbini – From Teachings to Birthplace

We will start the day with a visit to Jetavana Monastery! The place where Buddha stayed over and over.
Anguilmala is the next place! It is tied to a powerful story of transformation.
After the visit, we depart for Lumbini! Crossing into Nepal, the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Overnight Stay: Lumbini

Day 6: Exploring Lumbini – Where the Journey Began

Spend your day exploring Lumbini Garden! We will start with the Maya Devi Temple, the exact birthplace of Buddha.
Then visit the Ashoka Pillar! A historic mark of Buddhist heritage.
Walk through the peaceful international monasteries, each built by different countries with love and devotion.
Overnight Stay: Lumbini

Day 7: Lumbini to Kushinagar – Peaceful Departures

We begin the day with a journey to Kushinagar! The place where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana (final liberation).
The peaceful vibe of this town will set the tone for quiet reflection.
Overnight Stay: Kushinagar

Day 8: Kushinagar to Bodhgaya via Vaishali – A Journey of Legacy

In the morning, visit the Mahaparinirvana Temple and Ramabhar Stupa in Kushinagar.
Now, we will begin our journey to Bodhgaya and take a stop in Vaishali.
Vaishali is a place where Buddha gave his last sermon. Before continuing the journey, we will also visit:
• Ashoka Pillar
• Ananda Stupa
• The Relic Stupa
Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya

Day 9: Bodhgaya – Enlightenment Awaits

This is the fundamental place of your pilgrimage. You will visit:
• Mahabodhi Temple
• Bodhi Tree
• Sujata Stupa (where Sujata offered milk rice to the fasting Buddha)
The next places on our list are the Great Buddha Statue and the Dungeshwari Cave, the place where Buddha meditated before enlightenment.
Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya

Day 10: Day Trip to Rajgir & Nalanda – Wisdom in the Hills

After breakfast, we will go on a full-day trip to Rajgir and Nalanda. We will explore:
• Vulture Peak – a place where Buddha delivered key teachings
• Venuvan – a peaceful bamboo grove
• Nalanda University – once a great center of learning
Return to Bodhgaya by evening.
Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya

Day 11: Bodhgaya – Free Day for Reflection

Today is your day to explore and reflect! Revisit the Mahabodhi Temple and meditate under the Bodhi Tree.
You can also walk through the nearby monasteries.
Let the peaceful energy of Bodhgaya soak in.
Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya

Day 12: Bodhgaya to Varanasi – From Silence to Sacred River

After a healthy breakfast, we will travel to Varanasi! The city of light and spirituality.
Check into your hotel and unwind.
Overnight Stay: Varanasi

Day 13: Varanasi to Delhi – Sunrise, Stupas & a Flight Back

Start your early day with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges River, watching life awaken along the ghats.
Next, we visit Sarnath! The place where Buddha gave his first sermon.
Also on the list:
• Dhamek Stupa
• Mulgandha Kuti Vihar
• Chaukhandi Stupa
In the evening, catch your flight back to New Delhi.
Overnight Stay: New Delhi

Day 14: New Delhi – Leisure & Local Flavor

Enjoy a free day for rest and casual exploration. Try local food or simply relax before your departure tomorrow.
Overnight Stay: New Delhi

Day 15: Departure from New Delhi – A Journey Completed

Take your breakfast, and then you will be transferred to the New Delhi Airport for your onward journey.
You leave with not just photos, but memories of peace and spiritual awakening.
End of the Pilgrimage Tour

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