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The Buddhist Circuit Tour by Indian Temple Tour comprises of the four locations that were hugely significant in the lifetime of Buddha– the place where he was born, attained Enlightenment, preached first Sermon and then reached Nirvana. Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath and Kushinagar are important stations in the Buddhist circles that are related to the life and precepts of Lord Buddha. Along with these, there are several other important sites too, where Buddha had travelled to, during his lifetime.
The educational activities of Lord Buddha became popular after King Ashoka of India, embarked on a journey where he visited the important sites following the Footsteps of Lord Buddha. These places include Lumbini in Nepal and Bodhgaya, Sarnath as well as Kushinagar in India. You can choose an itinerary according to your tastes and desires. We offer customized tour packages for meaningful tours to the entire Buddhist destination.
Buddhist Tour Package |
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| Tour Name: | Buddhist Tour Package |
| Tour Duration: | 08Nights / 09days |
| Destinations Covered: | Lucknow- Sravasti- Kushinagar -Lumbini -Varanasi -Sarnath -Bodhgaya- Rajgir- Patna. |
| Tour Price: | 23,000/- Per Person+5%GST(Min- 6 Person ) |
Itinerary
Day 01: Lucknow
Arrival at Lucknow. Visits to monuments in Lucknow. Arrival at Lucknow. Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh and city with a royal heritage and sporting a heritage character. Vist renowned monuments such as Bara Imambara, Chhota Imambara, Moti Mahal, Chattra Manzil etc. to capture heritage character of Lucknow.
Day 02: Sravasti
Proceed to Sravasti. Visit Jetavana Monastery Proceed to Sravasti (161 kms – 4 hrs). Sravasti is associated with the life of Lord Buddha. The Buddha passed the greater part of his monastic life in Sravasti. Jetavana monastery is the main pilgrim destination of Sravasti. Meditation and chanting mainly done at the Gandhakuti (Buddha’s hut) and the Anandabodhi tree. Buddhist monasteries have been constructed by Thailand, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Tibet and China here.
Day 03: Kushinagar
Proceed to Kushinagar.Proceed to Kushinagar. Proceed Kushinagar (240 kms – 6 hours) – It is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, where Buddha attained Parinirvana after his death.
Day 04: Lumbini
Day visit to Lumbini. Early morning departure – Day visit to Lumbini (Across Nepal Border) – 148 kms (4 hours) – Lumbini is the birthplace of Buddha. Return to Gorakhpur (100 kms – 3 hours) by late evening.
Day 05:Varanasi
Travel to Varanasi. Boating in river in the evening around the evening Arti on Ghats. Travel to Varanasi (215 kms – 5.5 hours). Varanasi is a holy river Ganges riverside destination and one where guests arrive for a spiritual experience. Arrive at Varanasi by late afternoon / evening. Evening boat ride in holy river Ganges for experiencing the evening Arti on the Ghats.
Day 06: Sarnath
Morning visit to Sarnath. Afternoon visits to Jantar Mantar, Museum, Bharat Mata Temple etc. Morning Visit to Sarnath (12 kms), a centre for Buddhist heritage and a destination on Buddhist circuit. Stupas at Sarnath are magnificent and worth a visit for any traveller. Spend afternoon visiting Bharat Kala Bhavan (Musem with a collection of clay and bronze sculpture, paintings, silks and embroidered textiles) and temples around the area (Indian travellers may visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, a renowned Shiva Temple and a Jyotirlinga).
Day 07: Bodhgaya
Proceed to Bodhgaya. Visit Mahabodhi temple. Travel to Bodhgaya (260 kms – 7 hrs). Bodhgaya is where Buddha attained enlightment under a tree, Visit to the Mahabodhi temple. There are number of temples set up by different South East Asian Countries. Guests may visit them time permitting.
Day 08: Rajgir
Proceed to Rajgir. Visit Shanti Stupa. Proceed to Rajgir (70 kms – 1.5 hours). Rajgir is also known as Panchpahari with shrines on five hills. Visit Vishwa Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda) and monasteries built by Japanese devotees of the Buddha on top of the Ratnagiri Hills.
Day 09: Patna
Depart for Patna (105 kms) for onward journey.
Price
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Inclusions
- Pick up and drop from airport/railway/bus station.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing basis.
- All breakfast included at hotels.
- All transfers and sightseeing by private A/C vehicle.
- Driver’s bata, toll, parking, road tax, fuel charges All applicable taxes.
Exclusion
- Service Tax – 5% GST Extra.
- Any air/bus/rail fare Any other meals not mentioned in package inclusions.
- Any other destination not mentioned in itinerary.
- Any personal expenses such as laundry, room service, mini bar, telephone etc.
- Guide charges/boating charges/entrance fees for any sightseeing
- Any services or activity charges other than those included in inclusions.
- Supplementary cost for festival period, long weekend or peak season .
