Sarnath - Bodhgaya Short Buddhist Tour Package from Varanasi, India

The great Dhamekh Stupa and its ruins still reverberate with the Buddha's teachings. The smooth glistening pillar established by Emperor Ashoka in 273-232 B.C. marks the foundation of the Buddhist Sangha.

Sarnath - Bodhgaya Short Buddhist Tour Package from Varanasi, India

Day 1

Varanasi (Arrival) –Sarnath Sightseeing –Ritual CeremonyYou will be pick-up from the Varanasi Airport/Railway Station. Check in to the hotel. After lunch, we will be taken for an excursion to Sarnath . Sarnath is the place where Lord Buddha delivered his First Sermon at Deer Park (Rishipattana) . Visit other Local Attractions at Sarnath like Buddha Temple , Dhamekha Stupa , Chaukhandi Stupa , Mulagandh Kuti Vihara and the Archaeological Museum . Enjoy Evening Ritual Ceremony at S

Day 2

Varanasi - Morning Boat Ride –Bodhgaya (300 KM, 6 Hrs) - Mahabodhi Temple & Mahabodhi TreeEarly morning feel spirituality of Subah-e-Banaras in Varanasi in which you will enjoy Morning Boat Ride in the Ganges during Sunrise . Experience the different Ghats of Varanasi like World’s Largest Cremation Ground Manikarnika Ghat and famous along with Harishchandra Ghat , Tulsi Ghat and Assi Ghat . Each Ghat has its own history and value. Return to hotel for breakfast. Later, drive to Bodhgaya . Check in to hotel. Explore Local Sightseeing of Bodhgaya like Ancient Lord Buddha Temple (Mahabodhi Temple) and Bodhi Tree under which Lord Buddha got Enlightenment . The Mahabodhi Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and world famous Buddhist Pilgrimage place in India . Return to hotel and overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

Day 3

Bodhgaya –Dungeshwari Caves –Buddhist MonasteriesAfter breakfast, drive to Gaya to cover Local Sightseeing like Dungeshwari Cave Temples also known as the Mahakala Caves. Lord Buddha underwent years of penance here before he descended to Bodhgaya . Later, visit Sujata Village Temple where Lady Sujata offered Kheer to Lord Buddha. Later, you can explore famous Buddhist Monasteries of Bodhgaya built by different nations like Burmese Monastery , Tibetan Monastery, Japanese Monastery and Chinese Monastery . Later, drop to Bodhgaya Airport/Railway Station. Return with pleasant memories of Holy Buddhist Trip in India.

Overview

You get to visit two stupas, the Dhamek Stupa, and the Chaukhandi Stupa. These mound-like structures hold relics and remains of Buddhist monks and nuns, and it is said that after Buddha's own parinirvana, his remains are cremated with the ashes divided under eight stupas.

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Inclusions

What all are included in this?

Accommodation as per your selected package.
Guided tours and activities specified in your itinerary.
Transportation as outlined in your package.
Customer support throughout your journey.

Exclusions

What all are not included in this?

Airfare is not included unless specified.
Travel insurance is not part of our packages.
Personal expenses, souvenirs, and extra activities are not covered.
Visa, passport fees, and vaccinations are your responsibility.
Gratuities are optional but appreciated.