Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Delhi
You'll land at Delhi airport where a Yolo India representative will be waiting to help with your hotel transfer. After you get to your accommodation, settle in and get some rest before your journey begins.
- Day 2
Delhi to Sravasti
Breakfast comes first at the hotel, then you're heading to Delhi airport for your flight to Lucknow. Once you land, the drive to Sravasti takes about 4 hours 30 minutes (180 km). After checking in to your hotel, you'll have the rest of the evening to yourself.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
- Day 3
Sravasti to Lumbini
After breakfast, you'll see Jetvanaram and explore Angulimal Caves. Later that day, you're driving to Lumbini in Nepal, which is roughly 190 km and takes 5 to 6 hours depending on road conditions. Check in to your Lumbini hotel and get settled for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Jetvanaram
- Visit Angulimal Caves
Landmarks/POIs Jetvanaram Angulimal Caves - Day 4
Lumbini to Kushinagar
Breakfast at the hotel starts your day, then you'll visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha. From there, it's a 130 km drive to Kushinagar (about 4 hours). You'll check out the Mahaparinirvana temple and Rambhar Stupa before heading to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit birthplace of Lord Buddha
- Visit Mahaparinirvana temple
- Visit Rambhar Stupa
Landmarks/POIs Lumbini (Birthplace of Lord Buddha) Mahaparinirvana Temple Rambhar Stupa - Day 5
Kushinagar to Patna
After breakfast, you're driving to Patna (280 km, roughly 7 hours). The route takes you through Vaishali, where you'll stop for sightseeing along the way. You'll reach Patna in the evening and check into your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Vaishali
Landmarks/POIs Vaishali - Day 6
Patna to Bodhgaya
Following breakfast, drive to Nalanda (85 km) to walk through the ruins of the ancient university. Then head to Rajgir (15 km away) where you'll check out Gridhkuta Peak, Venuvanaram, and Bimbisara Jail. After that, continue to Bodhgaya (65 km), check in, and rest for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit ruins of ancient Nalanda University
- Visit Gridhkuta Peak
- Visit Venuvanaram
- Visit Bimbisara Jail
Landmarks/POIs Nalanda University Ruins Gridhkuta Peak Venuvanaram Bimbisara Jail - Day 7
Bodhgaya
Breakfast at your hotel, then you've got the full day in Bodhgaya for sightseeing. You'll see Mahabodhi Temple, walk through Sujata Village, and visit the Niranajana River. Head back to your hotel by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Mahabodhi Temple
- Visit Sujata Village
- Visit Niranajana River
Landmarks/POIs Mahabodhi Temple Sujata Village Niranajana River - Day 8
Bodhgaya to Varanasi
After breakfast, you're driving to Varanasi (250 km). On the way, stop at Sarnath to see the Dhamekha Stupa and Deer Park. Once in Varanasi, you'll have time to watch the evening Ganges Aarti ritual before checking into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Sarnath
- Visit Dhamekha Stupa
- Visit Deer Park
- Attend Ganges Aarti at Varanasi
Landmarks/POIs Sarnath Dhamekha Stupa Deer Park Ganges River - Day 9
Departure from Varanasi
Early morning brings a boat ride on the Ganges River to catch the sunrise. You'll head back for breakfast at your hotel. After eating, make your way to Varanasi airport for your flight to Delhi and your onward connection. Your tour concludes at Varanasi Airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel)
Included Activities
- Boat ride on the Ganges River with sunrise view
Landmarks/POIs Ganges River
