Day 01 : Delhi Arrival – India Gate & Presidential Landmarks
Arrive in Delhi and receive a warm welcome from our representative at the airport or railway station. Transfer to your hotel and complete the check-in formalities. After some relaxation, proceed for an evening sightseeing tour of New Delhi.
Visit the iconic India Gate, a historic war memorial dedicated to Indian soldiers. Drive past the magnificent Parliament House and the grand President’s House located at the beautiful Raisina Hills area. Enjoy the illuminated charm of the capital city in the evening.
Later, return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Delhi.
Day 02 : Delhi Sightseeing – Fly to Varanasi
After breakfast, begin a guided tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Continue to the historic Red Fort, an important symbol of India’s heritage, and Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the country.
Later, explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Delhi — the towering Qutub Minar and the elegant Humayun’s Tomb, known for its stunning Mughal architecture.
In the evening, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Varanasi.
Day 03 : Varanasi Sunrise Boat Ride – Sarnath Excursion – Bodhgaya Transfer
Early morning, experience the magical charm of Subah-e-Banaras with a peaceful boat ride on the holy River Ganges during sunrise. Witness the spiritual life along the ghats as devotees perform rituals and prayers. Cruise past famous ghats including Manikarnika Ghat, Harishchandra Ghat, Assi Ghat, and Tulsi Ghat, each carrying deep cultural and religious significance.
Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later, proceed for an excursion to Sarnath, the sacred place where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon at Deer Park after attaining enlightenment. Explore important Buddhist sites such as Dhamekha Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihara, Buddha Temple, and the Archaeological Museum (closed on Mondays).
After sightseeing, drive to Bodhgaya. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 04 : Bodhgaya Sightseeing – Dungeshwari Caves & Sujata Village
After breakfast, begin your spiritual exploration of Bodhgaya, one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in the world. Visit the sacred Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built near the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Also visit the revered Bodhi Tree, believed to be the descendant of the original tree under which Buddha meditated.
After lunch, drive towards Gaya to explore the famous Dungeshwari Cave Temples, also known as Mahakala Caves, where Lord Buddha practiced intense meditation and penance before attaining enlightenment. Continue to Sujata Village, where Sujata offered kheer to Lord Buddha before his enlightenment journey.
Return to the hotel in Bodhgaya for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05 : Bodhgaya Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Bodhgaya Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey. Return home with unforgettable memories of Delhi sightseeing, the spiritual ghats of Varanasi, the sacred Buddhist sites of Sarnath, and the enlightenment destination of Bodhgaya.
