Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Welcome to Kathmandu, the cultural and spiritual heart of Nepal. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Check in and relax after your journey. Enjoy your first evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for a guided tour of Kathmandu’s sacred landmarks.
Visit:
- Pashupatinath Temple – one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Boudhanath Stupa – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest stupas in the world
Explore surrounding monasteries, nunneries, and the cultural complex including the Taragaon Museum. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Lumbini
After breakfast, drive to Lumbini (approx. 7 hours). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel.
Later, visit:
- Maya Devi Temple
- Eternal Peace Flame
- Lumbini Museum
- Thai Monastery Lumbini
Dinner and overnight stay in Lumbini.
Day 04: Lumbini – Shravasti
After breakfast, drive towards Shravasti (India). Complete border formalities en route.
Upon arrival, check in and later visit:
- Jetavana Monastery
- Saheth Maheth
- Angulimala Stupa
Overnight stay in Shravasti.
Day 05: Shravasti – Kushinagar
After breakfast, drive to Kushinagar. Check in at the hotel.
Later, explore:
- Mahaparinirvana Temple – where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana
- Rambhar Stupa
- Japanese Temple and other monasteries
Dinner and overnight stay in Kushinagar.
Day 06: Kushinagar – Vaishali – Patna
After breakfast, drive towards Patna.
En route visit:
- Kesaria Stupa – one of the largest stupas in the world
- Vaishali – site of Buddha’s last sermon
Explore Vaishali’s attractions:
- Ashokan Pillar Vaishali
- Ananda Stupa
- Kutagarasala Vihara
Continue to Patna. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 07: Patna – Nalanda – Rajgir – Bodhgaya
After breakfast, proceed to Nalanda University Ruins, a historic center of Buddhist learning. Also visit:
- Xuanzang Memorial Hall
Continue to Rajgir:
- Vishwa Shanti Stupa
- Griddhakuta Hill
- Venu Vana
Later drive to Bodh Gaya. Check in and overnight stay.
Day 08: Bodhgaya Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore:
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Bodhi Tree
Later visit:
- Dungeshwari Caves
- Sujata Temple
Dinner and overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 09: Bodhgaya – Varanasi
After breakfast, drive to Varanasi. Check in at the hotel.
In the evening, attend the sacred Ganga Aarti at
Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 10: Varanasi – Sarnath – Overnight Train to Agra
Early morning, enjoy a serene boat ride on the Ganges during sunrise.
After breakfast, visit Sarnath:
- Dhamek Stupa
- Chaukhandi Stupa
- Mulagandha Kuti Vihara
In the evening, transfer to the railway station to board an overnight train to Agra.
Day 11: Agra Sightseeing
Upon arrival in Agra, check in to your hotel.
Visit:
- Taj Mahal – a symbol of eternal love
- Agra Fort
Dinner and overnight stay in Agra.
Day 12: Agra – Delhi Sightseeing
After breakfast, drive to Delhi. Check in and relax.
Later visit:
- Raj Ghat
- Red Fort
- India Gate
Drive past Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan. Optionally visit:
- Lotus Temple or
- Humayun’s Tomb
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 13: Departure from Delhi
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Return home with unforgettable memories of your spiritual and cultural journey through Nepal and India.
