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Plan your adventure:
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- K K Holidays N Vacations
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 10
- Ages 18+
Highlights
- Explore Sarnath's ancient sites and museum
- Enjoy a morning boat ride on the Ganges
- Visit the sacred Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya
- Discover the historical ruins of Nalanda University
- Tour the birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival at Varanasi
- Day 2 Varanasi to Bodhgaya
- Day 3 Bodhgaya
- Day 4 Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda – Vaishali
- Day 5 Vaishali – Kushinagar
- Day 6 Kushinagar- Lumbini
- Day 7 Lumbini – Sravasti via Kapilvastu
- Day 8 Sravasti - Lucknow (by surface) Lucknow - Delhi by air / train
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
Adventure Type
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- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 10 travelers max.
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- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Operated by
K K Holidays N Vacations
Number of tours
21
Age Range
15 to 80 years old
Response rate
100%
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- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- SSharmeen· May 23rd, 2025I recently took this trip, and it was truly one of the most unforgettable travel experiences of my life. From the very beginning, the team was incredibly professional, well-organized, and friendly. They managed every detail with precision, allowing us to focus on soaking in the stunning landscapes .Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- RRafa· May 21st, 2025I recommend the visit with the agency . We had a great time . Excellent service with driver, and very friendly and attentive guide. Our guide was the Rakesh with easy English. Hotels were nice & cleanShow more
K K Holidays N Vacations commented on this reviewThanks for the reviewTrip date: April 2025 - IIbrahim· May 19th, 2025The tours was a whirlwind of new places, people .So very well organised. It was our first time to India and KK made it memorableShow moreK K Holidays N Vacations commented on this reviewThank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback. We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to know that you enjoyed your experience with us on the tour. Your satisfaction means the world to us, and it's incredibly... Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- FFelix· May 9th, 2025As a traveler from the US who has to trust reviews and take some chances with online bookings, there are always risks and rewards. This is especially true when you are not from the country or the region you are visiting, and when you need to just trust that you are going to get what you pay for. In the case of KK Holidays, it was everything I expected and more.Show moreK K Holidays N Vacations commented on this reviewThanks for the great reviewTrip date: March 2025
- LLeo· May 8th, 2025We have visited India many times and travelled by car for most of those trips. I can honestly say that this was the best service. We left it last minute to make arrangements & we were happy all arrangements were taken care nicely . Thank you team of KK HolidaysShow moreK K Holidays N Vacations commented on this reviewThanks for the great reviewTrip date: February 2025
- DDavidW· May 7th, 2025Great experience. Impeccable service. The Palace was great . We had a vehicle upgrade and for that we were very happy and thank you very much! Surely if we ever return to India we will contact you! Thank you very muchShow moreK K Holidays N Vacations commented on this reviewThank you for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience and enjoyed the stay at the Palace. We're happy that the vehicle upgrade added to your comfort—your satisfaction is our priority! We would be absolutely delighted to... Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- AAlan· May 5th, 2025is a profound and transformative journey that every Buddhist devotee — or spiritual seeker — should experience at least once in their lifetime. Covering the most sacred sites associated with the life of the Buddha, this pilgrimage is not just a tour; it’s a soul-stirring voyage through history, faith, and inner reflection. From the serene gardens of Lumbini, the Buddha’s birthplace, to the towering Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya, where he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, each destination is steeped in sacred energy. Sarnath, where the Buddha gave his first sermon, and Kushinagar, where he entered Mahaparinirvana, offer contemplative silence and beautifully preserved relics. The route also includes important stops like Rajgir, Vaishali, Nalanda, and Shravasti, each adding layers of insight into the Buddha’s teachings and legacy. The logistics of the tour were well-organized, with comfortable accommodations, knowledgeable guides fluent in Buddhist philosophy, and thoughtful pacing that allowed time for meditation, rituals, and personal reflection. The historical context shared at each site added depth and meaning to the journey.Show moreK K Holidays N Vacations commented on this reviewThank you for sharing this beautiful and detailed description of the Buddhist pilgrimage tour!Trip date: March 2025
Dates & Availability
8 days
Enlightenment Trail: The Complete Buddhist Pilgrimage Circuit
From Varanasi to Nalanda
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Connie
Asked on June 9th, 2025I'm considering booking this tour and noticed it includes a brief stay in Nepal. I'm a UK passport holder and wanted to check: would I be eligible for a visa on arrival for this part of the trip, or would I need to arrange the Nepalese visa in advance?
K K Holidays N VacationsOperator•Written June 2025it's visa on arrival
- K K Holidays N VacationsOperator•Written June 2025
For Nepal it's visa on arrival but for india you have to apply visa in advance
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