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Buddhist Pilgrimage Tours: 10D / 09N

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Buddhist Pilgrimage

The Buddhist Pilgrimage encompasses visiting places that still echo with the sacred chants of Buddhism. The teachings of Buddha or 'The Enlightened One' emphasized peace, meditation and universal harmony. A visit to the holy river Ganges is also a part of the tour. This religious circuit explores the places that were once the stronghold of Buddhism.

Varanasi Tours

Tour Itinerary

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Day 01 :: Arrive Delhi

Arrive Delhi Airport, meet & assistance on arrival transfer to your hotel & proceeds for check-in. Rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 02: In Delhi

Today you will enjoy a combined full day guided sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi. Morning tour of Old Delhi includes a drive past the Red Fort and a visit to the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia and the Raj Ghat, the simple but moving memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. Afternoon tour of New Delhi includes the Qutab Minar, the astonishing victory tower built in the early 13th century, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and a drive past the imposing India Gate (War Memorial Arch), the Parliament buildings and the Rashtrapathi Bhawan (the President's residence). (B)
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Day 03 :: Delhi- Varanasi

Morning transfer to airport to board flight to Varanasi (approx 1.30 hrs) better known as Kashi. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel & afternoon visit the Buddhist site at Sarnath (Museum remains closed on Fridays). Later in the evening explore the bustling markets and observe the rituals on the ghats of the holy river Ganges. (B)
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Day 04 :: - Varanasi- Bodhgaya

Early morning boat ride along the ghats absorbing the morning rituals and offerings to the first rays of the rising sun. Return back to hotel for breakfast & drive to Bodhgaya (250 kms /approx 6 hrs). (B)
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Day 05 :: In Bodhgaya

Enjoy a morning tour visiting the famous Chankamana (Jewel Walk), Bodhi Tree, Maha Bodhi Temple, Bodhi Sarovar and the local museum which contains a collection of stone sculptures and other artefacts. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)
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Day 06 :: : Bodhgaya- Patna

Morning breakfast drive to Patna (115kms/ approx 04.30 hrs) and en-route visit Rajgir, the ancient capital of the Magadha Kings. Both Buddha and Lord Mahavira spent many years here, making it an important pilgrim site. Continue to Nalanda the site of the world famous ruins of Nalanda University. Founded in the 5th century A.D. Nalanda is known as the ancient seat of learning where teachers and students from all over the Buddhist world lived and studied. Continue drive to Patna where you transfer to your hotel & an overnight stay. (B)
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Day 07 :: Patna- Kushinagar

Following breakfast drive to Kushinagar (260 kms / approx 6 hrs) and en-route visit Vaishali, a quiet hamlet steeped in legend which holds special significance for Buddhist devotees. Continue to Kushinagar the place that the Buddha chose for his Mahaparinirvana, or final exit from this earth. Arrive and check into your hotel & in the afternoon visits various stupas and temples. Overnight in Kushinagar. (B)
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Day 08 :: Kushinagar- Lumbini

Morning post breakfast drive to Lumbini (90kms/approx 03hrs), the birthplace of Buddha. Lumbini is the mecca for all Buddhists, being one of the four holy places of Buddhism. On arrival check into your hotel. In the afternoon visit the prime attractions which include the sacred garden, the Mayadevi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar and Puskarni, the sacred pond wherein Mayadevi is said to have had taken a bath just before giving birth to Buddha. (B)
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Day 09 :: Lumbini- Sravasti

Morning drive to Sravasti (220 kms/ approx 06 hrs), upon arrival transfer to your hotel. Sravasti had the honour of sheltering Buddha for 25 rainy seasons in the Jetvana Gardens. The city believed to be founded by the mythological king Sravast, has age-old stupas, majestic monasteries and several temples. This holy place also has the famous Anand Bodhi tree, said to have been planted by Buddha's main disciple - Anand. The afternoon spent visiting various Buddhist attractions. (B)
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Day 10 :: Sravasti- Lucknow – Delhi - Departure

Morning transfer to the Lucknow airport to boards flight to Delhi to connect with your international flight back home. (B)