Buddhist Pilgrimage Circuit

Buddhist Pilgrimage Circuit

Kolkata - Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Varanasi - Kushinagar - Lumbini - Sravasti - Agra - Delhi
9 Days - 8 Nights

Overview

This spiritual journey covers the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites along with India’s iconic cultural landmarks. From Bodhgaya’s enlightenment sites to Varanasi’s spiritual ghats, and from Kushinagar and Lumbini to Agra and Delhi, the tour offers a meaningful blend of history, devotion, and architectural heritage.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore Bodhgaya – Mahabodhi Temple, Sujata Village & 80-ft Buddha Statue.
  • Visit Sarnath – Dhamekha Stupa & Deer Park near Varanasi.
  • Enjoy a sunrise boat ride on the River Ganges in Varanasi.
  • Visit Kushinagar – Mahaparinirvana Temple & Rambhar Stupa.
  • Explore Lumbini – Mayadevi Temple & Ashokan Pillar.
  • Visit Kapilvastu & Sravasti – Jetavana Monastery & ancient stupas.
  • Discover Agra – Taj Mahal & Agra Fort.
  • Explore Delhi – Qutub Minar, India Gate & Lotus Temple.

Tour Plan

01

Day 01: Arrival in Bodhgaya

Arrival at Gaya airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

02

Day 02: Bodhgaya Sightseeing

Visit Mahabodhi Temple, Sujata Village, Niranjana River, 80-ft Buddha Statue, and international monasteries. Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

03

Day 03: Bodhgaya – Varanasi – Sarnath

Drive to Varanasi and visit Sarnath including Dhamekha Stupa and Deer Park. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

04

Day 04: Varanasi – Kushinagar

Early morning boat ride on the Ganges. Later drive to Kushinagar. Overnight stay in Kushinagar.

05

Day 05: Kushinagar – Lumbini

Visit Mahaparinirvana Temple and Rambhar Stupa. Drive to Lumbini (Nepal). Overnight stay in Lumbini.

06

Day 06: Lumbini – Sravasti

Visit Mayadevi Temple and Ashokan Pillar. Drive to Sravasti via Kapilvastu. Overnight stay in Sravasti.

07

Day 07: Sravasti – Lucknow – Agra

Visit Jetavana Monastery and ancient stupas. Drive to Lucknow and board train to Agra. Overnight journey.

08

Day 08: Agra – Delhi

Visit Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Later travel to Delhi. Overnight stay in Delhi.

09

Day 09: Delhi Sightseeing & Departure

Visit Qutub Minar, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Lotus Temple. Transfer to airport for onward journey.

Inclusion

  • Accommodation on double sharing basis.
  • Assistance on arrival & departure.
  • Daily breakfast at hotels.
  • Private AC vehicle for transfers & sightseeing.
  • Professional guide during sightseeing.
  • All tolls, parking & applicable taxes (except GST).

Exclusion

  • Airfare or train tickets.
  • Room service, laundry & personal expenses.
  • Additional sightseeing not mentioned.
  • Tips, insurance, drinks, and personal items.
  • Monument entrance fees.
  • 5% GST extra.