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Grand Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour: Path to Enlightenment

12 days

Easy

Embark on the "Grand Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour: Path to Enlightenment" spanning 12 enriching days. Commencing in Varanasi, the spiritual heart of India, you'll explore the sacred Sarnath, Banaras Hindu University, and the vibrant Ganga Aarti. Journey to Bodhgaya, where Buddha attained enlightenment, and visit the Mahabodhi Temple. Explore Rajgir's vulture Hill and hot springs, then discover Nalanda's ancient ruins. Continue to Kushinagar, the site of Buddha's last breath, before crossing into Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. Witness the serene beauty of Sravasti, marvel at the cultural richness of Lucknow, and visit Sankasiya en route to Agra. Explore the iconic Taj Mahal and Agra Fort before concluding the pilgrimage in Delhi, visiting historical landmarks like Qutub Minar and Humayun Tomb. This transformative journey promises spiritual immersion amidst historical wonders.
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
Breakfast
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
11 Nights' accommodation (if option selected) in selected price category hotels.
Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per the program
Monument entrances and activity charges mentioned in the itinerary.
Bottled drinking water in the car.
Government taxes.
Exclusions
    Any flight ticket.
    Camera charges at monuments if any.
    Meals other than mentioned in inclusions.
    Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet, etc.
    Gratuities and optional activities.
    Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infants must sit on your lap
    • Infant seats available
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Hotels used or similar Varanasi x 1 nights 3* - Meraden Grand/ Amaya Hotel 4* - Rivatas by Ideal/ Palace On Ganges 5* - Radisson Hotel/ Gateway Hotel Taj Bodhgaya x 2 night 3* - Hotel Taj Darbar/ Hotel Mahamaya 4* & 5* - The Royal Residency/ Lotus Nikko Hotel Patna x 1 night 3* - Hotel Patliputra Ashok/ Patliputra Exotica 4* - Lemon Tree Premier/ Hotel Gargee Grand 5* - Maurya Hotel/ The Panache Kushinagar x 1 nights 3* - Hotel The Ideal/ Hotel Adelphi Grande 4* & 5* - The Royal Residency/ Lotus Nikko Hotel Lumbini x 1 nights 3* - Hotel Nirvana/ Lumbini Bamboo Resort 4* & 5* - Buddha Maya Hotel/ Lumbini Hokke Hotel Sravasti x 1 night 3* - Hotel Pawan Palace/ the sravasti residency 4* & 5* - Lotus Nikko Hotel/ Hotel PlatinumBodhgaya x 1 night 3* - Hotel Taj Darbar/ Hotel Mahamaya 4* & 5* - The Royal Residency/ Lotus Nikko Hotel Lucknow x 1 nights 3* - Sapna Clarks Inn/ Hotel Lineage 4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/ La Place Sarovar Portico 5* - Renaissance Hotel/ Hyatt Regency Agra x 1 nights 3* - Howard Plaza the Fern/ Atulyaa Taj 4* - Radission Hotel/ Crystal Sarovar Premier 5* - Trident Hotel/ Courtyard by Marriott Delhi x 2 nights 3* - Madhuban Hotel/ Meridian Plaza 4* - The Royal Plaza/ Country Inn & Suite Saket 5* - Le Meridien/ The Claridges
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