Day 01 : Delhi – Lucknow by Train – Drive to Shravasti
Early morning, board the Jan Shatabdi train from New Delhi to Lucknow. Upon arrival at Lucknow Railway Station, meet our representative and begin your journey towards Shravasti, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destinations associated with Lord Buddha.
On arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Shravasti.
Day 02 : Shravasti Sightseeing – Drive to Lumbini
After breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing in Shravasti. Visit famous Buddhist sites including Saheth, Maheth, Jetavana Monastery, and the historic Angulimala Caves, where Lord Buddha is believed to have transformed the notorious dacoit Angulimala.
Later, drive towards Lumbini in Nepal, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Guests are advised to carry a double-entry Indian visa and a valid Nepal entry permit if required.
Upon arrival in Lumbini, check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Lumbini.
Day 03 : Lumbini Sightseeing – Kushinagar
After breakfast, explore the sacred sites of Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. Visit the Maya Devi Temple, Eternal Peace Flame, and other important monasteries and meditation zones in the Lumbini Garden area.
Later, drive to Kushinagar, the holy destination where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Kushinagar.
Day 04 : Kushinagar – Vaishali – Rajgir
After breakfast, visit the important Buddhist attractions of Kushinagar including the Mahaparinirvana Temple, Rambhar Stupa (cremation site of Lord Buddha), and the Japanese Temple.
Later, drive to Vaishali, the place where Lord Buddha delivered his last sermon. Explore major attractions such as the Ashokan Pillar, Buddha Stupa, Ananda Stupa, Kutagarshala Vihar, and the sacred Coronation Tank (Abhishek Pushkarini).
Continue your journey to Rajgir. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Rajgir.
Day 05 : Rajgir – Nalanda – Bodhgaya
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing in Rajgir, the ancient capital of the Magadha Empire and an important center of Buddhism. Visit Vishwa Shanti Stupa, Griddhakuta (Vulture’s Peak), Venu Vana, and Bimbisar Jail.
Later proceed to Nalanda, home to the world-famous ancient Nalanda University. Explore the archaeological ruins, monasteries, stupas, and the Xuanzang Memorial Hall built in honor of the Chinese Buddhist scholar.
After sightseeing, drive to Bodhgaya. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
In the evening, visit the sacred Mahabodhi Temple and Bodhi Tree, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Bodhgaya.
Day 06 : Bodhgaya – Dungeshwari Caves – Sujata Village – Varanasi
After breakfast, visit the famous Dungeshwari Cave Temples, also known as Mahakala Caves, where Lord Buddha practiced severe penance before attaining enlightenment. Continue to Sujata Village, where Lady Sujata offered kheer to Lord Buddha before his enlightenment journey.
After sightseeing and lunch, drive to Varanasi. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel.
In the evening, witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the most spiritual experiences in Varanasi.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Varanasi.
Day 07 : Varanasi – Sunrise Boat Ride – Sarnath – Departure
Early morning, enjoy the divine experience of Subah-e-Banaras with a peaceful boat ride on the River Ganges during sunrise. Witness the beauty of the ancient ghats and the spiritual rituals performed along the riverbanks.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and later proceed for an excursion to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon at Deer Park. Visit famous attractions including Dhamekha Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihara, Buddhist temples, and the Archaeological Museum.
After completing the sightseeing tour, transfer to Varanasi Railway Station or Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport for your onward journey with unforgettable memories of the sacred Buddhist pilgrimage tour.
