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Sacred Buddhist Pilgrimage: Varanasi to Lumbini

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From Varanasi to Gorakhpur
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Plan your adventure:
Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Start point
    Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India (You will be greeted outside the airport exit gate by a representative holding a personalized name placard. Pick-up can also be arranged from any car-accessible location within Varanasi.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Elegance)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Varanasi Ghats
    • Free time for relaxation by the river

    Optional Activities

    • Evening walk through local streets and markets
    • Short meditation session by the ghats
    Landmarks
    Varanasi Ghats
  3. Day 2

    Varanasi

    Varanasi
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Elegance)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges
    • Varanasi City Sightseeing
    • Excursion to Sarnath
    • Evening Ganga Aarti Ceremony

    Optional Activities

    • Walk through local markets and old lanes of Varanasi
    • Visit silk weaving areas (time permitting)
    • Short meditation session at the ghats
    Landmarks
    Bharat Mata Temple
    Durga Temple
    Tulsi Manas Temple
    Sarnath
    Dhamek Stupa
    Sarnath Archaeological Museum
  4. Day 3

    Varanasi to Bodhgaya

    Varanasi to Bodhgaya
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Anand International)

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Varanasi to Bodhgaya
    • Visit to Mahabodhi Temple & Bodhi Tree
    • Visit to Great Buddha Statue

    Optional Activities

    • Meditation session at the temple complex
    • Visit to international monasteries in Bodhgaya
    • Evening prayer ceremony (subject to schedule)
    Landmarks
    Mahabodhi Temple
    Bodhi Tree
    Great Buddha Statue
  5. Day 4

    Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda

    Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Anand International)

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Rajgir & Nalanda
    • Visit to Griddhakuta Hill, Peace Pagoda & Venuvan
    • Nalanda University ruins and museum visit

    Optional Activities

    • Ropeway ride to Peace Pagoda (subject to availability)
    • Meditation time at Vulture's Peak
    • Visit to local markets in Bodhgaya
    Landmarks
    Griddhakuta Hill
    Japanese Peace Pagoda
    Venuvan
    Nalanda University ruins
    Nalanda Archaeological Museum
  6. Day 5

    Bodhgaya to Kushinagar

    Bodhgaya to Kushinagar
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Leela Galaxy)

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Bodhgaya to Kushinagar
    • Visit to Mahaparinirvana Temple
    • Visit to Ramabhar Stupa

    Optional Activities

    • Evening meditation at the temple complex
    • Visit to nearby monasteries
    • Quiet walk around the peaceful surroundings
    Landmarks
    Mahaparinirvana Temple
    Ramabhar Stupa
  7. Day 6

    Kushinagar to Lumbini

    Kushinagar to Lumbini
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Redsun Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Kushinagar to Lumbini
    • Visit to Maya Devi Temple & Sacred Garden
    • Ashokan Pillar visit
    • Exploration of International Monasteries Zone

    Optional Activities

    • Meditation session within the Sacred Garden
    • Visit to selected international monasteries
    • Evening walk in the peaceful surroundings
    Landmarks
    Maya Devi Temple
    Sacred Garden
    Ashokan Pillar
    International Monasteries Zone
  8. Day 7

    Lumbini to Gorakhpur

    Lumbini to Gorakhpur
    End point
    Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India (You will be dropped off at the airport or any car-accessible location within Gorakhpur, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey.)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Private transfer from Lumbini to Gorakhpur (Airport/Railway Station drop)

    Optional Activities

    • Short visit to local markets (time permitting)
    • Leisure time before departure

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