Buddhist Circuit Tour for 10 Days

Travel Itinerary :

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Arrive at Delhi Airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest and relax after your journey.
Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Old and New Delhi.
Visit Red Fort (subject to permission), Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, and explore Chandni Chowk. Continue to New Delhi to see Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Gate, and Parliament House.
Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 3: Delhi – Varanasi

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Varanasi. On arrival, visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.

Day 4: Varanasi – Bodhgaya

Early morning boat ride on the River Ganges to witness sacred rituals. After breakfast, drive to Bodhgaya (5–6 hrs).
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

Day 5: Bodhgaya Sightseeing

Full-day sightseeing in Bodhgaya. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, the sacred Bodhi Tree, and the Archaeological Museum showcasing ancient Buddhist relics.
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

Day 6: Bodhgaya – Rajgir – Nalanda – Patna

Drive to Patna, visiting Rajgir and Nalanda University ruins, one of the world’s oldest centers of learning.
Overnight stay in Patna.

Day 7: Patna – Vaishali – Kushinagar

En route to Kushinagar, visit Vaishali, where Buddha gave his last sermon. In Kushinagar, visit the Mahaparinirvana Temple and Ramabhar Stupa.
Overnight stay in Kushinagar.

Day 8: Kushinagar – Lumbini

Drive to Lumbini, Nepal, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Visit the sacred birthplace site and monastic zones.
Overnight stay in Lumbini.

Day 9: Lumbini – Balrampur (Sravasti)

Drive to Balrampur and visit Sravasti, where Buddha spent 24 monsoon retreats at Jetavana Monastery.
Overnight stay in Balrampur.

Day 10: Balrampur – Lucknow – Delhi

Drive to Lucknow and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Delhi. Tour concludes.

Trip Inclusions :

• Accommodation with breakfast and taxes in specified or similar hotels.
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with driver allowance, fuel, parking, and interstate taxes.
• Sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary (daily driving from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM).
• Rates applicable for minimum of 2 persons sharing a room and vehicle.

Trip Exclusions :

• Air/train tickets.
• Meals not mentioned (lunch & dinner).
• Entry tickets, camera/video charges.
• Personal expenses like laundry, phone calls, tips, etc.
• Local or accompanying guide charges.
• Anything not specifically mentioned in inclusions.

FAQ :

Question: What destinations are covered in this Buddhist Circuit Tour ?
Answer: The tour covers Delhi, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Patna, Vaishali, Kushinagar, Lumbini, and Sravasti.

Question: Is this tour suitable for Buddhist pilgrims and monks?
Answer: Yes. The itinerary is designed for spiritual travelers, monks, and Buddhist groups with sufficient time at sacred sites.

Question: Does the tour include Nepal (Lumbini)?
Answer: Yes. Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha in Nepal, is a key highlight of this tour.

Question: What type of accommodation is provided?
Answer: Well-located, comfortable hotels near pilgrimage sites are provided. Hotel upgrades are available on request.

Question: Can this Buddhist Circuit Tour be customized?
Answer: Yes. The tour can be customized based on group size, hotel category, additional meditation time, or extended stays.

Question: What is the best season to book this tour?
Answer: The best time to travel is from October to March, offering pleasant weather for sightseeing and pilgrimage.