Bodh Gaya, Rajgir & Nalanda Tour Package – 3 Nights 4 Days

Travel Itinerary :

• Day 1: Arrival and Mahabodhi Temple. Meet our representative at Gaya Airport or Gaya Junction. The transfer to Bodh Gaya is roughly 12 km (about 30 minutes). After check-in, visit the Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi Tree in the evening.
• Day 2: Bodh Gaya sightseeing. Morning at Mahabodhi for quiet time and meditation. Then the Great Buddha Statue, the Royal Bhutan Monastery and other international monasteries, and the Tibetan market if you like.
• Day 3: Rajgir and Nalanda. Drive about 70 km (around 2 hours) to Rajgir. Visit Vulture's Peak and the World Peace Pagoda, then Nalanda Mahavihara, the ancient university ruins (read our Rajgir and Nalanda guide). Return to Bodh Gaya for the night.
• Day 4: Departure. Breakfast, then drop to Gaya Airport or Gaya Junction.

Trip Inclusions :

• Meet & greet at Gaya Airport / Gaya Junction by our representative
• 3 nights stay with breakfast in Bodh Gaya
• Private AC vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
• Pick-up and drop-off at Gaya Airport / Gaya Junction
• All tolls, parking charges and driver allowance
• 2 bottled waters (500 ml) per person per day

Trip Exclusions :

• Flight / train tickets
• Meals not mentioned in inclusions (lunch and dinner)
• Monument entry tickets and Rajgir ropeway tickets
• Guide service (an English/Hindi-speaking guide can be arranged at extra cost)
• Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
• Visa fees (for international travellers)

FAQ :

Is there an airport in Bodh Gaya?
No. The nearest airport is Gaya Airport (GAY), about 12 km from Bodh Gaya. Our representative meets you there or at Gaya Junction railway station.

How many days do I need for Bodh Gaya, Rajgir and Nalanda?
Four days (3 nights) is comfortable. Two days cover Bodh Gaya, and Rajgir and Nalanda fit into one full day trip.

What is the best time to visit Bodh Gaya?
October to March has pleasant weather. Summers (April to June) are very hot.

Is this tour suitable for senior citizens?
Yes. We use a private AC car and keep a relaxed pace. Vulture's Peak involves a short uphill walk, and the World Peace Pagoda is usually reached by ropeway (tickets extra). Tell us in advance if anyone has difficulty walking.

Is a guide included?
Guide service is not included, but we can arrange an English or Hindi-speaking guide at extra cost.

Can I add Varanasi or Sarnath to this tour?
Yes. See our Varanasi packages or ask us to customize the trip.

Can the package be customized?
Yes. We can change hotels, days, group size and sightseeing for solo travellers, families and pilgrim groups.