Itinerary
- Day 1
Varanasi
You'll arrive at Varanasi airport where your guide meets you for the transfer to your hotel. After you get settled in, head out for an evening boat ride on the Ganges River to catch the Ganga Aarti ceremony. Later you can walk through the old city's winding lanes and take in the spiritual atmosphere that defines Varanasi.
- Start point
- Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport Varanasi (VNS), Babatpur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India (As per flight schedule arrival transfer from airport to hotel., 09:00 - 21:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat ride on Ganges River with Ganga Aarti ceremony
- Exploration of old city lanes
Landmarks Ganges River Varanasi Old City 
- Day 2
Varanasi
This day focuses on Varanasi's spiritual sites. Start at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which honors Lord Shiva, then check out Banaras Hindu University to see its architecture. In the afternoon, travel to Sarnath where Buddha gave his first teachings. You'll see the Dhamek Stupa, visit the archaeological museum, and spend time at the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar temple. Return for the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Tour of Banaras Hindu University
- Visit Sarnath with Dhamek Stupa
- Archaeological museum at Sarnath
- Visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihar temple
- Ganga Aarti ceremony
Landmarks Kashi Vishwanath Temple Banaras Hindu University Dhamek Stupa Mulagandha Kuti Vihar 
- Day 3
Varanasi to Kushinagar
You'll depart Varanasi for Kushinagar, the sacred place where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana. Start at the Mahaparinirvana Temple to reflect on Buddha's final moments, then explore the Ramabhar Stupa as evening settles in. After that, head to your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Mahaparinirvana Temple
- Visit Ramabhar Stupa
Landmarks Mahaparinirvana Temple Ramabhar Stupa 
- Day 4
Vaishali - Patna
The journey from Kushinagar to Patna includes stops at historically important sites. You'll visit the Kesariya Stupa, recognized as the world's tallest Buddhist stupa, and then continue to Vaishali, birthplace of Lord Mahavira. Once you reach Patna, check in at your hotel and take time to relax before exploring tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kesariya Stupa
- Visit Vaishali
Landmarks Kesariya Stupa Vaishali 
- Day 5
Nalanda - Rajgir - Bodhgaya
Start your day at Nalanda, an ancient center of learning and knowledge. From there, head to Rajgir, famous for its therapeutic hot springs. Then travel onward to Bodhgaya, the sacred location where Buddha attained enlightenment. Check into your hotel and spend the evening around the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, letting the tranquility settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Nalanda
- Visit Rajgir
- Visit Mahabodhi Temple
Landmarks Nalanda Rajgir Mahabodhi Temple 
- Day 6
Bodhgaya to Gaya
On your final day, start at the Mahabodhi Temple, the center of Buddhist reverence in Bodhgaya. Have breakfast, then transfer to Gaya airport for your onward flight, carrying with you the spiritual insights and profound experiences from your sacred journey through these holy sites.
- End point
- Gaya Airport, Gaya, Bihar, India (As per flight schedule departure transfer to airport., 12:00 - 18:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final visit to Mahabodhi Temple
Landmarks Mahabodhi Temple 
