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Cover the Buddhist Trail with Nepal on a 14-Day Journey from Delhi .
Product code 344446P76
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From INR 67,335
Dates
Available from Mar 20, 2025
Travelers
Child ages 1-8, Adult ages 9-99
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All Inclusive Private Tour., Private Car, Guide & Hotel., Private Car & Local Guide., Private A/C Car & Driver.
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Duration
336 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Hindi
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Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
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Cover the Buddhist Trail with Nepal on a 14-Day Journey from Delhi .





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Duration
336 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Hindi
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Why Travelers Love This
Uncover the legacy of Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, on this journey that starts from Delhi. Visit important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India and Nepal. Travel to Nalanda, Bodhgaya, Lumbini and several other holy cities.
Overview
Uncover the legacy of Gautam Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, on this journey that starts from Delhi. Visit important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India and Nepal. Travel to Nalanda, Bodhgaya, Lumbini and several other holy cities.
What's Included
Included
Entry Tickets included (If Option Selected).
Professional Local Guide (If Option Selected).
Private A/C Transportation
3 Star Hotel Accommodations with Breakfast (If Option Selected).
Toll Tax, Parking, Fuel and driver allowance is included.
Not included
Any type of flight ticket is not included.
Any type of entrance charge is not included.
Lunch/Dinner/Drinks
Nepal border fees is not included.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Arrival in Delhi.
8 hours
Arrival in Delhi.
Meet the driver in Delhi, And transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the time at leisure or visit market own self.
Delhi To Patna (Vaishali) by flight. ( Duration 3 Hrs)
3 hours
Delhi To Patna (Vaishali) by flight. ( Duration 3 Hrs)
Transfer to the airport after breakfast to board the flight to Patna. Get assistance on arrival Patna Airport, Then go to Vaishali and check-in at the hotel.
Delhi To Patna (Vaishali) by flight. ( Duration 3 Hrs)
4 hours
Delhi To Patna (Vaishali) by flight. ( Duration 3 Hrs)
Vaishali is the place where Gautama Buddha delivered his final sermon before attaining Mahaparinirvana (final liberation). A century after the Buddha's death, the Second Buddhist Council was held in Vaishali. One of the eight original portions of the Buddha's ashes (relics) was enshrined in a stupa in Vaishali. Here Buddha established the first nuns’ order. Lord Buddha visited Vaishali multiple times throughout his life. Vaishali is home to one of the best-preserved Ashokan pillars, topped with a single lion. For Buddhist followers, visiting Vaishali is a journey into the heart of their spiritual heritage.
Delhi To Patna (Vaishali) by flight. ( Duration 3 Hrs)
7 hours
Delhi To Patna (Vaishali) by flight. ( Duration 3 Hrs)
Over night stay in Vaishali hotel.
Vaishali To Rajgir (125 KM/3 Hrs) En route visit the Nalanda.
2 hours
Vaishali To Rajgir (125 KM/3 Hrs) En route visit the Nalanda.
After an early breakfast, Depart from Vaishali and proceed towards Rajgir. En route, Visit the ancient Nalanda University, a renowned center of Buddhist learning and scholarship. Nalanda holds great importance in Buddhism as it was the world’s largest ancient center of learning. Established in the 5th century, it became a hub for Buddhist studies, philosophy, logic, medicine, mathematics and more. Thousands of monks and students came here from distant lands like Tibet, China, Korea, Japan and Sri Lanka. Famous Chinese pilgrims like Xuanzang and Yijing also studied here. Nalanda is not only a symbol of knowledge and wisdom but also a global center for the growth and spread of Buddhism.
Vaishali To Rajgir (125 KM/3 Hrs) En route visit the Nalanda.
3 hours
Vaishali To Rajgir (125 KM/3 Hrs) En route visit the Nalanda.
Get to Rajgir, just 15 km from Nalanda. Rajgir holds great importance in Buddhism. Lord Buddha spent a significant part of his life here. On the Griddhakuta (Vulture’s Peak), he delivered many sermons and turned the Wheel of Dharma. After Lord Buddha's Mahaparinirvana (passing), the First Buddhist Council was held in Rajgir, where his teachings were compiled into the Tripitaka, the core scriptures of Buddhism. Today, Griddhakuta Hill remain sacred pilgrimage sites where devotees practice meditation and seek inspiration. In short, Rajgir was the center of Buddha’s teachings, meditation and Sangha formation.
Vaishali To Rajgir (125 KM/3 Hrs) En route visit the Nalanda.
8 hours
Vaishali To Rajgir (125 KM/3 Hrs) En route visit the Nalanda.
Overnight stay at Rajgir hotel.
Rajgir To Bodhgaya ( 70 KM/2 Hrs) Enroute see the Mahakala & Dungeshwari Caves.
2 hours
Rajgir To Bodhgaya ( 70 KM/2 Hrs) Enroute see the Mahakala & Dungeshwari Caves.
After breakfast, proceed to Bodhgaya via the sacred Dungeshwari Caves, located about 12 km northeast of the Bodhgaya town. Also known as the Mahakala Caves, This is where Lord Buddha spent nearly six years in severe penance and meditation before attaining enlightenment in Bodhgaya. It was here that he realized this extreme path was a crucial turning point that led him to Bodhgaya, Where he achieved enlightenment. The caves hold immense spiritual significance, with Buddhist shrines and statues marking the spots where he practiced austerities. Locally known as Sujata Sthan, the site also recalls the story of Sujata, a village woman who offered food to the emaciated Siddhartha, helping him regain strength to continue his path to enlightenment.
Rajgir To Bodhgaya ( 70 KM/2 Hrs) Enroute see the Mahakala & Dungeshwari Caves.
8 hours
Rajgir To Bodhgaya ( 70 KM/2 Hrs) Enroute see the Mahakala & Dungeshwari Caves.
Arrive in Bodhgaya and check-in at the hotel. Bodh Gaya holds a profound and central importance for followers of Buddhism around the world because it is the site where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. It is considered the most important of the four main Buddhist pilgrimage sites, which also include Lumbini (the birthplace of the Buddha), Sarnath (where he gave his first sermon) and Kushinagar (where he attained Parinirvana or final passing away). Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self.
Sight Seen in Bodhgaya.
6 hours
Sight Seen in Bodhgaya.
Attractions Around Mahabodhi Temple : Vajrasana (Diamond Throne) – The stone platform located directly beneath the Bodhi Tree, marking the exact spot where Buddha meditated and attained Nirvana. Cankamana (Meditation Path) – The sacred path where Buddha is believed to have walked while meditating. Devotees call it the path of meditation. Animesh Lochan Chaitya – It is said that Buddha gazed at the Bodhi Tree without blinking for seven continuous days at this spot. Ratnaghara – The chamber where Buddha spent time in deep meditation and experienced profound spiritual realization. Mahabodhi Stupa and Railings – The ancient stone railings and small stupas within the temple complex reflect the historical and artistic heritage of early Buddhism. Monasteries & Temples – Surrounding the Mahabodhi Temple are monasteries and temples built in Thai, Japanese, Tibetan, Bhutanese and Burmese styles, each reflecting the devotion and architectural traditions of different Buddhist nations.
Sight Seen in Bodhgaya.
8 hours
Sight Seen in Bodhgaya.
Sujata Stupa – This is where the village woman Sujata offered milk-rice to Buddha. The event inspired him to follow the Middle Path, leading to his enlightenment. Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay in Bodhgaya hotel.
Bodhgaya To Varanasi ( 260 KM/5 Hrs )
1 hour
Bodhgaya To Varanasi ( 260 KM/5 Hrs )
Leave Bodhgaya for Varanasi after breakfast. Visit Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. This impressive structure, dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva, has earned the nickname "The Golden Temple" for its striking spire — plated in some 800 kilograms of pure gold. The distinctive design of this temple has gone on to inspire the architecture of hundreds of other temples across India.
Bodhgaya To Varanasi ( 260 KM/5 Hrs )
1 hour
Bodhgaya To Varanasi ( 260 KM/5 Hrs )
Then go head to Manikarnika Ghat, And see the perpetual cremations that happen on this ghat. Hindus believe that Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most auspicious places for the departed to reach moksha (emancipation from the cycle of spiritual rebirth). The funeral pyre at this ghat burns 24 hours, and around 100 cremations take place every day.
Visit Sarnath from Varanasi ( 10 KM/ 20 mints).
5 hours
Visit Sarnath from Varanasi ( 10 KM/ 20 mints).
Sarnath holds great importance for Buddhist followers as it is the place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya. Key Reasons for Sarnath Importance : 1. Formation of Sangha : The first five disciples were ordained here, establishing the monastic community. 2. Dhamek Stupa : A massive stupa marking the spot of the first sermon. 3. Ashokan Pillar : Emperor Ashoka erected a pillar here with inscriptions promoting Dharma. 4. International Temples : Temples built by Buddhist communities from Thailand, Japan, Tibet and others. 5. Sarnath Museum : India’s oldest site museum, housing exquisite Buddhist sculptures, including the famous Lion Capital of Ashoka, which is now the national emblem of India. The museum also displays relics, inscriptions and artifacts from the Mauryan and Gupta periods. For Buddhist followers, Sarnath represents the beginning of Buddha’s teaching journey and offers a deep connection to their spiritual roots.
Visit Sarnath from Varanasi ( 10 KM/ 20 mints).
1 hour
Visit Sarnath from Varanasi ( 10 KM/ 20 mints).
Then return the Varanasi, And watch the famous Ganga Aarti. Consider waking up early and taking a sunrise cruise along the river — negotiate with one of the countless boatmen hanging out along the ghats.
Visit Sarnath from Varanasi ( 10 KM/ 20 mints).
8 hours
Visit Sarnath from Varanasi ( 10 KM/ 20 mints).
Over night stay in Varanasi hotel.
Varanasi To Kushinagar ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
4 hours
Varanasi To Kushinagar ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
After Breakfast leave Varanasi for Kushinagar. Kushinagar is very important for Buddhist followers because it is the place where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana (final liberation) after his death. This sacred event marks the end of his earthly journey and entry into Nirvana, making Kushinagar one of the four major pilgrimage sites for Buddhists, along with Lumbini, Bodhgaya, and Sarnath. The Mahaparinirvana Temple with its reclining Buddha statue and the Ramabhar Stupa (cremation site of Buddha) are central pilgrimage spots. Devotees from all over the world visit Kushinagar to meditate, pay homage, and connect with the final teachings of Buddha, symbolizing peace, compassion, and liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
Varanasi To Kushinagar ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
8 hours
Varanasi To Kushinagar ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
Rest of time free for leisure or visit market ownself. Over night stay at Kushinagar hotel.
Kushinagar To Shravasti ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
3 hours
Kushinagar To Shravasti ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
Leave Kushinagar after breakfast for Shravasti. Shravasti is ancient city & one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destinations. It was here that Lord Buddha spent 24 rainy seasons, delivering many of his most profound teachings and miracles to his disciples. The sacred Jetavana Monastery, where Buddha resided, is the highlight, featuring age-old stupas, meditation sites, and ancient ruins that evoke deep spiritual significance. Other notable sites include Anathapindika’s Stupa, Angulimala’s Stupa, and temples built by Buddhist communities from across the world. Shravasti beautifully blends serenity with history, making it a must-visit for pilgrims and history lovers alike.
Kushinagar To Shravasti ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
8 hours
Kushinagar To Shravasti ( 240 KM/ 5 Hrs).
Rest of time free for leisure. Over night stay in Shravasti hotel.
Shravasti To Lumbini in Nepal ( 215 KM/ 5 Hrs)
3 hours
Shravasti To Lumbini in Nepal ( 215 KM/ 5 Hrs)
Cross the border towards Nepal for Lumbini. Lumbinī is the place where, according to Buddhist tradition, Queen Mahamayadevi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama at around 563 BCE. The site is now being developed as a Buddhist pilgrimage centre, where the archaeological remains associated with the Lord Buddha's birth form a central feature.
Shravasti To Lumbini in Nepal ( 215 KM/ 5 Hrs)
8 hours
Shravasti To Lumbini in Nepal ( 215 KM/ 5 Hrs)
Rest of time free for leisure or visit market own self. Over night stay at Lumbini hotel.
A day tour of Kapilavastu tour from Lumbini ( 50 KM/ 1 Hr).
4 hours
A day tour of Kapilavastu tour from Lumbini ( 50 KM/ 1 Hr).
After Breakfast, Visit Kapilavastu (Nepal). Kapilavastu (“Place of Kapila”) is the name of the city where Siddhartha Gautama grew up and lived for the first 29 years of his life before leaving to pursue the spiritual path which led to his enlightenment. The Ashoka Pillar situated at Kapilavastu marks the latter references about the place.
A day tour of Kapilavastu tour from Lumbini ( 50 KM/ 1 Hr).
8 hours
A day tour of Kapilavastu tour from Lumbini ( 50 KM/ 1 Hr).
Return to Lumbini. Evening time is free for leisure or shopping on your own self.
Lumbini - Gorakhpur - Delhi
3 hours
Lumbini - Gorakhpur - Delhi
After Breakfast, Leave Lumbini for Gorakhpur Airport ( 140 KM/ 3 Hrs). So that Guest can take the Delhi flight.
Lumbini - Gorakhpur - Delhi
8 hours
Lumbini - Gorakhpur - Delhi
Pick up the Delhi Airport, Transfer to Hotel. Rest of time free for leisure or shopping in Delhi markets on your own self. Over night stay at Delhi hotel.
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
2 hours
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
Visit Red Fort - Shah Jahan constructed Red Fort in 1638. It was the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty and is located in the city center. It is made from red sandstone, and that is where it gets its name from. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
1 hour
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
See Qutub Minar, Which is a five-story tapering tower with a height of 73 meters. The spiral staircase in this minaret has 379 staircases. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and visited by many every day.
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
30 minutes
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
Stop by Raj Ghat, A memorial dedicated to Mahatama Gandi; Raj Ghat is situated in Delhi. It is a black marble open to the sky and a flame that eternal burns at one end. It is a great place to learn more about the history of the country.
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
2 hours
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
Take a traditional rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the oldest and busiest market in New Delhi. Chandni Chowk's literal translation- Moonlight Square, was built by a Mughal Emperor in the 17th century. It was divided by canals to reflect moonlight, but now that particular area is closed. It is one of the biggest wholesale markets in India.
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
8 hours
Pick up from Delhi Airport and Delhi Sight Seen.
Over night stay at Delhi hotel.
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
1 hour
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
See one of the largest mosques in the country, Jama Masjid. It is made up of red sandstone and marble. It was constructed by Shah Jahan and is visited by hundreds of people every day. The courtyard of the mosque can accommodate about 25,000 people and be built for about one million Indian Rupees.
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
1 hour
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
Explore the Lotus Temple, Famous for its flower-like dome shape; Lotus Temple is a house to worship and is open to all. Winning numerous awards for its architecture, this place is a prominent attraction in Delhi.
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
1 hour
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
Then go head to Humayun's tomb, The tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun in Delhi, India. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum, in 1558, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas and his son, Sayyid Muhammad, Persian architects were chosen by her.
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
2 hours
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
Visit the Connaught Place, A frenetic business and financial hub, centered on a ring of colonnaded Georgian-style buildings with global chain stores, vintage cinemas, bars and Indian restaurants. Stalls at Janpath Market sell saris, embroidered bags, and trinkets.
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
5 hours
Delhi Sight Seen with end of this tour.
In the evening time,Guest will be Dropped off at Delhi Airport or any desired location in Delhi, With marking the end of this tour.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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