Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour

There are four most important pilgrimage sites in the Buddhism. The four most important sites are Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, and Lumbini. The four other sites are also important because Lord Buddha had performed a certain miracle there. Our Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour package covers all 8 most important sites of Buddhism.

Brief about Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour 

For Sketch itinerary and ready reference we offer 07 Nights /08 Days Buddhist Tour Package. However we can offer different itinerary based on your interest like -special prayers or long stay in Bodh Gaya. We make the tailor-made itinerary for India Nepal Buddhist Tour Package. The outlined tour package takes you to the most beau  tiful sacred pilgrimage sites of Buddha’s Followers.

In this tour package, you will explore some important sites of Buddhism. For more details please look at the itinerary below.

Connectivity for Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour

Earlier it was a tough task to complete Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Package due to poor infrastructures.  In recent years India Government started many infrastructure development works in Buddhist circuit. Specially roads and airport development works. Buddhist Followers can use 3 International airport to complete Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour. These international airports are : Varanasi, Gaya and Kushinagar international airport.  There are many countries now directly operating flights to these airports.

Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrival Varanasi

Arrive at Varanasi, our representative will help you with check-in at the hotel. Varanasi was well known as Banaras a holy city. It is said that Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world. After freshen up proceed to the sightseeing of Varanasi in which you will visit BHU( Bharat Hindu University) and  Art Gallery. Besides the city tour, we visit Ganga ghat in the evening for the Aarti ceremony. Joining the Aarti ceremony will be a prime experience. Varanasi is one of the most important places for Buddhist Pilgrimage and Hinduism.

Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 2: Varanasi – Sravasti (300 Km, 7 hours’ drive)

In the morning after breakfast proceed to the boat ride in the holy river Ganga. Sarnath is the most important place for today’s sightseeing. Sarnath is a deer park where Lord Buddha first taught Dharma. Here you must visit the Museum.  Leave Sarnath on time because we have to reach another place of Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour. On arrival transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 3: Sravasti – Lumbini (225 Kms, 6 hours’ drive)

In the morning after breakfast proceeds to visit Sravasti. Sravasti is said to be founded by legendary king Sravasti. The place is devoted to Lord Buddha. It is believed that Lord Buddha performed many miracles at Sravasti. Jetavan is the most important place to visit in Sravasti. Besides regular sightseeing also visit Sahet Mahet and Angulimal cave. Later, drive to Lumbini. On arrival transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the hotel

Day 4: Lumbini – Kushinagar (182 Kms, 5 hours’ drive)

After breakfast, you must make a visit to Lumbini. It features a number of temples. Lumbini is the place where Rani Mayadevi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautam. The most important temples in Lumbini is the Mayadevi Temple. Besides the temple visit, we will take a tour of the Ashoka Pillar. Later in the afternoon drive to Kushinagar. It is the final resting place of Lord Buddha. Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana in 483 BC. On arrival check-in at the hotel. After resting, continue visiting prominent destinations in Kushinagar. This includes a visit to Mahaparinirvana Stupa where Lord Buddha attained salvation.

After dinner at the hotel, a night spent in Kushinagar.

Day 5: Kushinagar-Vaishali-Patna (225 Kms, 6 hours’ drive)

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Patna and the en-route visit to Vaishali. Lord Buddha visited Vaishali in his fifth year of enlightenment. Vaishali is one of the most important sites in Buddhist Pilgrimage. Lord Buddha spent the rainy season here. Vaishali is the place where Lord Buddha declared his parinirvana. Other most important places to visit is Ananda Stupa and  Ashoka Pillar. Later continue our drive to Patna.

On arrival, check-in hotel. After dinner, spent a night in Patna.

Day 6: Patna – Rajgir/ Nalanda – Bodhgaya (182 Km/ 6 hours)

Early in the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Bodhgaya. On the way visit to Rajgir and Nalanda. Mauryan Empire evolved Rajgir as the former capital of the Magadha kingdom. Also, visit Griddhkuta which means ‘Hill of Vultures’. Later visit Nalanda, which is the ruin of the oldest university in the world. besides the regular sightseeing, we can enjoy a ropeway ride in Rajgir. Bodhgaya is the principal center of Buddhism. On arrival at Bodhgaya, check-in hotel. In Bodhgaya you can join prayer meetings at various monasteries.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 7: Bodhgaya ( the principal center of Buddhism Pilgrimage Tour) 

In the morning after breakfast, we will start our Bodhgaya tour. Bodhgaya is considered as one of the four most important holy sites in Buddhism. Buddhist Pilgrimage tour is incomplete without visiting Bodhgaya. Bodhgaya is the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. It is believed that Lord Buddha penanced here under the Bodhi tree. In the course of the day, mainly visit Mahabodhi Temple, Sujata Village. Bodhgaya is also famous for its monasteries, therefore, we will visit the Royal Bhutan Monastery, Thai Monastery, etc. Besides sightseeing, we visit for prayer gathering or join prayer meetings held in the temple.

Stay overnight at Bodhgaya hotel.

Day 8: Bodhgaya – Gaya – onward destinations

In the morning after breakfast, we will check-out from the hotel. Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour comes to an end. Based on your flight schedule we will transfer you to the Gaya airport or Varanasi Airport. If your flight is booked from Varanasi airport then leave early from Bodhgaya to reach on time.

Transportation and Tour Guide for Buddhist Tours 

We provide economy, mid range and luxury cars and buses for Buddhist Tours. If a traveler creates his own group that is always cheaper to travel. Private tour is expensive than group tour. We have a panel list of approved guides for Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour. Few parts in the tour is still need improvements like roads quality and dinning options. Once you placed your inquiry we check and suggest you the most suitable vehicle for your tour. July to March is the best time to take India Buddhist Tour Package.

Visa for Buddhist Pilgrimage Travelers 

A foreign traveler requires valid visa to get entry in India. Visa on arrival facility is available for many countries. Traveler can check country list while they plan for India Buddhist Tour. It is important to know that Lumbini falls in Nepal hence few travelers need multiple entry visa for India. To get Nepal visa please carry cash and passport size photos. Nepal visa is available on the India Nepal border, our driver will assist to the travelers for that.

Hotels and Lodge for Buddhist Tour Packages 

During Buddhist Tour we have many hotel options in Varanasi. There are limited hotels in Kushinagar and Shravasti. During peak season October to March many hotels are operational but few of them get closed in summer. There are no international chain hotels Kushinagar and Shravasti. Mid scale hotels are available at places in Budddhist Pilgrimage Tour.