Rediscover the sanctity of the land of Buddha. This tour is specially designed to trace the footsteps of Gautam Buddha. Through the remains of monasteries and gardens, through the dusty plains to the Himalayan foothills, treading the sites long sanctified by Buddha, in an eternal quest to unravel the complex truths of life. Absorb the aura of solemn grandeur that surrounds Bodhgaya - the cradle of enlightenment. Here more than 2500 years ago came Siddhartha, a young ascetic, having renounced royal heritage. As he gazed across the river Phalgu upon the serene landscape of Uruvea village (modern Bodh Gaya) he knew his quest had ended. Also visit the Lumbini Gardens, the birthplace of Prince Siddhrath. Kapilavastu is where the young prince spent his childhood and Sarnath is where he first took to preaching after attaining Enlightenment. End your experience with Nalanda, the famed ancient university, which is the bedrock of all Buddhist learning. The tour also navigates through Sravasti, Lucknow, Varanasi and Kushinagar, places which are associated with the life of the Buddha. Each city is teeming with possibilities for the discerning travellers seeking something beyond the routine tourist attractions.
Morning transfer to airport to board the flight for Varanasi. Varanasi (Kashi) has been the ultimate pilgrimage spot for Hindus for ages. Often referred to as Benares, Varanasi is the oldest living city in the world. These few lines by Mark Twain say it all: "Banaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together" upon arrival check into hotel.Upon arrival, check into the hotel. In the afternoon – enjoy the sightseeing tour and visit to Sarnath. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Early morning, enjoy the boat ride on the ganges to capture the serenity and to observe the flow of life on the sacred ghats of the river, later drive to Bodhgaya. Overnight stay at the hotel.
In the morning, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya, the place where Buddha attained enlightenment under the Mahabodhi tree. Afternoon free for relaxation. Overnight stay at the hotel.
In the morning, proceed to Patna, en route visit Nalanda and Rajgir, the capital of the Magadha kingdom. In Nalanda you will visit the university which was a seat of Buddhist learning. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning proceed for your excursion to Vaishali. You will get to see one of the seven Ashoka pillars and the Anand Stupa. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning - drive to Kushinagar. Afternoon, enjoy the sightseeing tour of Kushinagar, where Lord Buddha passed into Mahaparinirvana, at the age of 80. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning - drive to Lumbini, birth place of Buddha. In the afternoon, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Lumbini where you will see the Ashoka Pillar, Sacred Pond, Maya Devi temple, Temple of Lords and the ruins of an old monastery. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Drive to Shravasti via Kapilavastu, the place where Buddha spent his early childhood. In the afternoon – enjoy the sightseeing tour of Shravasti, the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning drive to Lucknow. Evening free. Overnight stay at the hotel.
In the morning, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Lucknow, the city of the Nawabs and Begums. Afternoon transfer to the airport or station to board flight / Train to Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to international airport for onward destination.
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Brian Cowling & Group from Australia
My friends and I have many thoughts of our tour of India for good memories. Overall we had a "Glimpse of India" that was good value for money. The hotels were very good. The rooms on whole were clean and comfortable. Service in the hotels was excellent everywhere and the food also.
Anne Cowling & Group from Australia
I also would like to thank you for organizing our trip and I am really glad that I have visited your country and seen some of your wonderful sites. I agree with all that Brian has said and I would like to commend your tour manager as he put up with a lot from us and was always helpful, polite and...
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