Buddhism is the fifth most followed religion in the World. The Buddhist Circuit Tour of India completely fulfills once desire on Buddhism as the tour takes a traveler to the affluent cities where Mahatma Buddha lived and meditated for years, looked for the path of truth before achieving Nirvana. During the Buddhist Circuit Tour of India you will soak the spiritual joy in the tranquil and heavenly ambience of Buddhism Circuit in India. Though the Tour Package is named as Buddhist Circuit of India but the voyage will also introduce you to many Hindu and Mughal architectures during the Tour. To book The Buddhist Circuit of India Tour package, you can visit our official site at: www.golden-triangle-tours.com
Inclusions
1. Accommodation for 14 Nights / 15 Days on double sharing basis.
2. Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels.
3. Transportation by private air-conditioned car with driver for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
4. Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
5. Services of Tour Representative on all arrivals and departures.
6. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
7. All presently applicable luxury taxes.
Exclusions
1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
3. Meals other than mentioned above.
4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
5. Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.
7. Medical Requirements on request.
8. Service Tax as per government.
9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Delhi
Attractions: Redfort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat (Mahatma Gandhi Museum), Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar
A Traditional Welcome by our Tour Representative on your arrival at New Delhi Airport/Railway Station followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Delhi has two faces the “old” and the “new” and each of her face offers entirely a different experience. Delhi, the capital of India, stands on the banks of Yamuna River and is a perfect fusion of a rich past and a vibrant present. After freshen-up, proceed for Delhi sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative and experience the two faces of Delhi by visiting the popular places such as Redfort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat (Mahatma Gandhi Museum), Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Delhi
Day 02: Delhi – Agra (Approx 220kms)
Attractions: Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daula Fort
Check-out from the Hotel after Breakfast and proceed to Agra, City of Taj situated on the banks of the river Yamuna. Upon your arrival in Agra, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up, proceed for Agra sightseeing tour and visit the famous Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site), dated back to 15th Century. Later visit the Itmad-ud-Daula Fort also known as a jewel box, a Mughal mausoleum also called as a Baby Taj. Visit the vibrant markets of Agra in the evening to witness the handicrafts and marble art that fascinates tourists across the Globe. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Agra
Day 03: Agra (Sightseeing) – Lucknow (By Train)
Attractions: Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri
After breakfast, proceed to Taj Mahal amongst the seven wonders in the world and a symbol of enduring love that has touched heart of numerous travelers from all over the World. Undoubtedly there is no other historical monument which has evoked as much attention and aspiration from the tourists as Taj Mahal, made up of opulent white marble and is an icon of sentiments, purity and simplicity. Later proceed to Fatehpur Sikri (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a fascinating ghost city dated back to 16th Century and one of the finest examples of Mughal grandeur architecture. There are numerous monuments at each and every corner of the city. A perfect blend of Hindu and Islamic culture can be observed through the monuments here. In the evening, return to your Hotel for freshen-up and later proceed to Agra Railway Station for your onward Journey to Lucknow.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay onboard
Day 04: Lucknow
Attractions: Bara Imambara, Lucknow, Chatter Manzil, Jama Masjid, Rumi Darwaza
Early morning your train arrives at Lucknow. Upon your arrival at Lucknow receive greetings from our Tour Representative followed with transfers to your pre-reserved Hotel and relax after an overnight journey. Lucknow is a beautiful city which till date preserves the old world charm and serves as a capital to the state of Uttar Pradesh. The beautiful monuments from the ancient times are fairly preserved to be enjoyed and cherished by the present. Later proceed for Lucknow sightseeing tour to see the popular attractions such as Bara Imambara, Lucknow, Chatter Manzil, Jama Masjid and Rumi Darwaza. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Lucknow
Day 05: Lucknow – Shravasti (Distance Approx 175 Kms)
Attractions: Mahamongkolchai Thai Temple, Remains of Buddha's Hut, Sobhanath Temple, Maheth
Check-out from the Hotel after breakfast and proceed to Shravasti, one of the six largest cities in India during Mahatma Buddha’s era. Shravasti is closely associated with the life of Mahatma Buddha who is believed to have spent around 24 monsoons here. Upon your arrival at Shravasti, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Later proceed for Shravasti sightseeing tour and visit the popular attractions such as Mahamongkolchai Thai Temple, Remains of Buddha's Hut, Sobhanath Temple and Maheth. It is believed that Mahatma Buddha had performed the only miracle of His life by sitting on a 1000 petal lotus and proliferate Him as million times while fire and water emanating from His body. It was done by Him to convince the nonbeliever at Shravasti. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Shravasti
Day 06: Shravasti – Lumbini (Distance Approx 200 Kms)
Attractions: Day is reserved for Travelling
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Lumbini, the birth place of Mahatma Buddha situated in Rupandehi district of Nepal. On your arrival at Lumbini, check-in at your Hotel and relax. Lumbini is amongst the major pilgrimage sites for Buddhists and visited by numerous Buddhists and non Buddhists every year. Rest of the day is free for leisure and you may choose to explore the surrounding places.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Lumbini
Day 07: Lumbini (Sightseeing)
Attractions: The Sacred Garden Zone, Mayadevi Temple and Puskarni Pond, Kapilvastu
After breakfast, proceed for Lumbini sightseeing tour to visit the popular attractions such as The Sacred Garden Zone, Mayadevi Temple and Puskarni Pond. The Sacred Garden Zone is the birth place of Prince Siddhartha Gautama who later became Mahatma Buddha. Later visit the Mayadevi Temple where excavations have shown the exact place where Mahatma Buddha was born. Puskarni is a sacred Pond where Queen Mayadevi (mother of Mahatma Buddha) had taken a bath before the birth of Mahatma Buddha and in the same Pond Mahatma Buddha was given his first bath. Later proceed to Kapilvastu situated around 30 Kms from Lumbini and witness the ruins of the historical city of Kapilvastu. Lumbini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Culture) and holds immense archeological and religious importance. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Lumbini
Day 08: Lumbini – Kushinagar (Distance Approx 150 Kms)
Attractions: Mahaparinirvana Temple, Kushinagar Museum, Ramabhar Stupa, Sun Temple
Check-out from the Hotel after an early breakfast and proceed to Kushinagar one of the prime Buddhist pilgrimages in India. Upon your arrival at Kushinagar, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. Later proceed for Kushinagar sightseeing and visit the prime attractions such as Mahaparinirvana Temple, Kushinagar Museum, Ramabhar Stupa and Sun Temple. It is believed that Mahatma Buddha at the age of 80 had predicted the date and place of His death at Vaishali (Bihar) that after three months he would take Mahaparinirvana (freedom from the cycle of birth and death) in Kushinagar. On the same day he arrived at Kushinagar and preached His last sermon. Kushinagar is revered as the final resting place of Mahatma Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana and is regarded as the most important pilgrimage site in Buddhism. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kushinagar
Day 09: Kushinagar – Patna (Distance Approx 230 Kms)
Attractions: Patna Sahib Gurudwara and Patna Museum
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Patna, capital city of the state of Bihar. Upon your arrival at Patna, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up visit the Patna Sahib Gurudwara, a famous shrine in the Sikh religion and later visit the Patna Museum. Rest of the day is free for Leisure. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Patna
Day 10: Patna – Vaishali (Excursion Tour)
Attractions: Buddha Stupas, Ashoka Pillar, Peace Pagoda or Shanti Stupa, Fort of King Vishal
After Breakfast proceed for an excursion tour to Vaishali, a region with an impressive historical past and now an important archeological site. On arrival at Vaishali, visit the popular sites such as Buddha Stupas, Ashoka Pillar, Peace Pagoda or Shanti Stupa and the Fort of King Vishal. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel in Patna and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Patna
Day 11: Patna – Nalanda - Rajgir – Bodhgaya (Distance Approx 185 Kms)
Attractions: Peace Pagoda, Venuvana, Griddhakuta Hill, Ruins of Nalanda University
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Bodhgaya. En-route you will visit Nalanda and Rajgir. Nalanda was founded in 5th Century A.D., here you will witness the ruins of one of the most ancient Universities of the World. The relics of Hieun Tsang from 7th Century A.D. describes the excellence in Education system at the ancient Nalanda University also considered as the first Residential University of the world with around 2000 teachers and around 10,000 monks who lived and studied here. Later proceed to Rajgir, the ancient flourished capital of Magadha Empire in the 6th Century B.C. and is associated with Gautama Buddha and Lord Mahavira which sanctified the region. Rajgir is a hill town and is located amidst the by seven beautiful hills and is also popular for numerous Hot Springs. Later proceed to Bodhgaya, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya
Day 12: Bodhgaya (Sightseeing)
Attractions: Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Buddha Statue, Chankramana and Lotus Tank
After breakfast proceed for Gaya (Bodhgaya) sightseeing tour and visit the popular attractions such as Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Chankramana and Lotus Tank. Bodhgaya is a religious and pilgrimage site and is associated with Gautama Buddha and for being a home to the famous Mahabodhi Temple. It is believed that Gautama Buddha had acquired supreme enlightenment (Bodhimandala) here beneath the famous Bodhi Tree. Bodhgaya is amongst the four prime pilgrimage sites in Buddhist religion and means to Buddhist as what Mecca means to Muslims. Mahabodhi Temple was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site in the year 2002. Later visit the 80 Ft tall Mahatma Buddha Statue along with other sites as Chankramana and Lotus Tank. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya
Day 13: Bodhgaya - Varanasi (By Flight)
Attractions: Evening Aarti at Banks of Ganges
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and transfers to Gaya Airport for your onward flight to Varanasi. Upon your arrival at Varanasi Airport, receive greetings from our Tour Representative followed with check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel. In the evening proceed to the banks of holy river Ganges and be a part of thousands of devotees attending evening prayers at the Ghats (River Bank) followed with flaming up oil lamps in the worship of Holy River Ganges. The entire Ghat is adorned with the oil lamps floating on the river. Here you will also see numerous Saints following meditation or other rituals at the Ghat. At the end of the Aarti (Prayer), return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Varanasi
Day 14: Varanasi (Sightseeing)
Attractions: Boat Ride at Ganges, Temple Visits at Bank of Ganges, Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Ashoka Pillar and Sarnath Museum
Early morning proceed for a boat ride on the River Ganges and experience a magnificent view by watching hundreds of devotees taking holy bath in the chilled water of River Ganges. You will also see many devotees performing chanting, meditation and offering prayers to the rising Sun. Later return to your Hotel for freshen-up and breakfast and further proceed for Varanasi sightseeing to see the popular places such as Ancient Hindu Temples located around River Ganges. Later proceed for an excursion tour to Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Ashoka Pillar and Sarnath Museum. Visit the Deer Park, where the Lord Buddha preached on the five disciples. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Varanasi
Day 15: Varanasi – Delhi (By Flight & Departure)
Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Varanasi Airport for your onward flight to Delhi and further from Delhi to the next destination with memorable moments with you.
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