14N15D - Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour

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14N15D - Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour

(15 Days 14 Nights)

  • Delhi(2N)
  • Jaipur(2N)
  • Agra(1N)
  • Varanasi(2N)
  • Bodhgaya(2N)
  • Kushinagar(2N)
  • Sravasti(2N)
  • Lucknow(1N)
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14N15D - Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour

(14 Nights 15 Days)
  • Delhi(2N)
  • Jaipur(2N)
  • Agra(1N)
  • Varanasi(2N)
  • Bodhgaya(2N)
  • Kushinagar(2N)
  • Sravasti(2N)
  • Lucknow(1N)

Highlights

  • 14 Nights / 15 Days Buddhist Circuit trip
  • Route: Delhi (2N) → Jaipur (2N) → Agra (1N) → Varanasi (2N) → Bodhgaya (2N) → Kushinagar (2N) → Sravasti (2N) → Lucknow (1N)
  • Arrival at Delhi
  • Delhi city tour
  • Delhi to Jaipur (280 Kms/ 5-6 hrs)
  • Jaipur city tour
  • Jaipur to Agra (250 kms/ 5 hrs), enroute Fatehpur Sikri
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Overview

The holy places of Buddhism, where Lord Buddha was born and He taught, preached, and attained ‘Enlightenment’ and ‘Nirvana’, are termed as Buddhist Circuit. These are the spiritual homes of Buddhism, housing temples and monasteries of high religious significances, where followers of Buddhism associate themselves with the teachings of Lord Buddha. Buddhist Circuit has evolved as tourist centres for not only the followers of Buddhism but also others.
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Tour Itinerary
(14 Nights 15 Days)

Day 1

Arrival at Delhi

Upon your arrival in Delhi, your driver will greet you at Delhi International Airport and transfer you to your hotel. Check in and Rest of the day is at your leisure and rest. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.

Day 2

Delhi city tour

After breakfast, proceed at 09:00 hrs for a full day tour in Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid- one of the largest mosque in the world, built by Shah Jahan to dominate the city, Red Fort- the largest monument in Delhi that was the residence of Mughal emperor of India for 200 years, Raj Ghat- a memorial built to commemorate the site of Mahatma Gandhi\'s cremation, Qutub Minar- UNESCO World Heritage-listed tallest minaret, Humayun Tomb- another UNESCO World Heritage site, Lotus temple- Bahai house of worship, famous for it flowerlike shape, drive past Embassy, Diplomatic enclave, stop for a quick photo at India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan, Parliament House, Connaught Place and Delhi main shopping area. Be back for overnight stay at hotel.

Day 3

Delhi to Jaipur (280 Kms/ 5-6 hrs)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Jaipur by 08:30 hrs. On arrival, check in at the hotel. After some rest, proceed to visit Birla temple, Nahargarh Fort (sunset view over city). Evening visit u0093Chokhi Dhaniu0094 - a five star ethnic village resort for an exquisite Rajasthani traditional dinner with dance and music. Overnight stay at Jaipur hotel.

Day 4

Jaipur city tour

After breakfast, proceed to cover city attraction covering Amber Fort. Enjoy Feel like a maharaja from the past as you ride up to Amber Fort on an elephant outfitted with traditional Indian draperies. Later visit Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar (observatory), City Palace & Museum. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5

Jaipur to Agra (250 kms/ 5 hrs), enroute Fatehpur Sikri

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Agra u0096 a historical and romantic city of medieval India by 0830 hrs. Enroute stop at UNESCO World Heritage red sandstone complex of Fatehpur Sikri built in 1569 by Emperor Akbar and abandoned 15 years later due to water scarcity. Visit Buland Darwaza, Diwan-e-aam, Diwan-e-khas. Then continue to Agra. On arrival check-in at hotel, later proceed for a half day city tour to Agra Fort- built by Emperor Akbar on the banks of the Yamuna River. Later proceed to Taj Mahal for the most beautiful sunset view of u0093The Taju0094. (Taj Mahal closed on Fridays). Stay Overnight at Agra hotel.

Day 6

Agra to Varanasi (620 Kms/ 9 to 10 hrs)

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed for city tour at Varanasi. On arrival at Varanasi, check-in at a hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 7

Varanasi City Tour

After breakfast, proceed for city tour at Varanasi. Spend time to explore the city. In the evening, visit River Ganges for Aarti. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 8

Varanasi to Bodhgaya (270 Kms/ 4 to 5 hrs)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Bodhgaya. On arrival at Bodhgaya, check-in at a hotel and have rest for some time. Later visit Sujata Village- a village named after a girl who offered milk to Gautama while proceeding towards Bodhgaya. Later, visit Niranjana River that flows from South to North on the banks of which Bodhgaya is situated. In the evening, visit Mahabodhi temple where tourists often come for meditation. Later return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 9

Bodhgaya Meditation

Early morning after breakfast, visit Mahabodhi Temple for meditation. Spend the entire day for meditation. In the evening return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 10

Bodhgaya to Kushinagar (380 Kms/8 to 9 hrs)

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed towards Kushinagar. On arrival, check-in at a hotel and rest of the day is at leisure for comfortable stay. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 11

Kushinagar Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for full day sightseeing at Kushinagar. Visit Mahaparinirvana Stupa- a Buddhist Temple that is said to be the death place of Gautama Buddha. Tourists visit this place for meditation. Spend some time meditating at this place. Then, visit Ramabhar Stupa- build at the site of Lord Buddha cremation. Later, return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 12

Kushinagar to Sravasti (270 Kms/ 6 to 7 hrs)

After breakfast checkout from the hotel and proceed to Sravasti. On arrival at Sravasti, check-in at a hotel and have rest for some time. Later proceed to visit Angulimal Cave to witness the ancient art and architecture. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 13

Sravasti Meditation

Early morning, visit Jetwana Park for meditation. Spend the entire day for meditation. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 14

Sravasti to Lucknow (200 Kms/ 4 to 5 hrs)

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and proceed towards Lucknow. On arrival, check-in at a hotel and have rest for sometime. Later, visit Bara Imambara- a unique piece of architecture without pillars. Then, visit Central Hall- world’s largest arched room. Then, visit Rumi Darwaza- a unique piece of Awadh architecture and sculpture. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Day 15

Lucknow to Delhi (by flight), Delhi Drop

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed towards Lucknow Airport for your further journey with memories of ALifetimeTrip.

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Inclusions

  • Accommodation at hotels/resorts/camps on double/triple Occupancy as per requirement.
  • Driver Allowances, toll taxes, parking, state taxes
  • Breakfast in meal menu.
  • GST of 5%

Exclusions

  • Anything/Service not mentioned in Inclusions.
  • Any Air/Train/ Bus Fares- Best fares, Available On Request.
  • Extra Meal other than mentioned in the plan
  • Any expenses for optional activities like camel safari or rafting or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions. Same can be arranged on request.
  • Insurance, camera fees, guide charges, Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc
  • Any additional expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / roadblocks/landslides/ strike or any other natural causes out of human control or any emergency evacuation expenses.
  • Any Kind of Expense for Loss / Misplaced / Theft of personal belongings.
  • Any Entry or camera fees
Important Information

The Buddhist Circuit tour starts from New Delhi and then takes you to Gaya, Rajgir and Nalanda, Varanasi and Sarnath, Lumbini, Kushinagar, Sravasti and Agra.

cancellation policy

  • 25% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime prior to 30 days of Tour Start.
  • 50% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime within 30-15 days prior to Tour Start.
  • 75% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime within 15-10 days of Tour Start.
  • 100% Retention Charges thereafter.

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