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Description
Here's a 10-day itinerary for a Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour starting and ending in India. This itinerary focuses on the most significant Buddhist sites associated with the life of Lord Buddha, including Bodh Gaya (enlightenment), Sarnath (first sermon), Kushinagar (passing away), and Lumbini (birthplace of Buddha, which is in Nepal but accessible from India).
Key Buddhist Sites on the Tour:
Bodh Gaya: Enlightenment of Lord Buddha under the Bodhi Tree.
Rajgir and Nalanda: Site of Buddha's teachings and ancient Buddhist monastic university.
Sarnath: Buddha's first sermon after enlightenment.
Kushinagar: Buddha's death and attainment of Parinirvana.
Lumbini: Birthplace of Lord Buddha (in Nepal, but easily accessible from India).
Shravasti: Buddha's retreat and place of many teachings.
Notes:
Visa Requirements: Since the itinerary includes Lumbini, Nepal, ensure you have the proper visa or border crossing permits. Indian and Nepali visas are generally required for international travelers.
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit these Buddhist sites is between October and March when the weather is pleasant.
Accommodations: Most pilgrimage sites offer simple accommodations, including hotels, monasteries, and guesthouses, catering to different budgets.
Travel Logistics: Roads can be challenging in some areas, so it's advisable to allow extra time for travel.
This itinerary can be customized based on preferences and the number of days available. It's a deeply spiritual experience and ideal for those wanting to trace the key milestones in the life of Lord Buddha while exploring both Indian and Nepalese cultural heritage.
Itinerary
Arrive in Delhi, the capital of India.
Explore some local attractions if time permits, such as the National Museum, which houses Buddhist artifacts, and Lotus Temple, an architectural marvel.
Take an early flight or overnight train from Delhi to Bodh Gaya, the most sacred Buddhist site where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Check into your hotel and rest or explore local markets.
Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.
Visit Vajrasana (Diamond Throne) and meditate near the Bodhi Tree.
Explore nearby sacred sites like the Animesh Lochan Chaitya and Sujaata Kuti, the place where Sujata offered Buddha kheer (rice pudding).
Visit Buddhist monasteries built by countries like Thailand, Japan, and Tibet.
Drive to Rajgir, where Buddha spent several months meditating and preaching. Visit the Griddhakuta Hill (Vulture Peak), where Buddha delivered some of his famous sermons.
Visit the Venuvan Monastery and Ajatshatru's Fort.
Proceed to Nalanda, the ancient site of the Nalanda University, an important Buddhist monastic university. Visit the Nalanda ruins and Nalanda Archaeological Museum.
Return to Bodh Gaya for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to Sarnath, near Varanasi, where Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment.
Visit Dhamek Stupa and Chaukhandi Stupa, where Buddha taught the "Wheel of Dharma" for the first time.
Explore the Sarnath Museum, home to the famous Ashoka Pillar with its lion capital, and visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihar.
Overnight stay in Sarnath.
Early morning visit to Varanasi, India's most sacred Hindu city, for a boat ride on the Ganges River (optional for those interested in Hindu culture).
Drive to Kushinagar, the place where Buddha attained Parinirvana (passed away).
Visit the Parinirvana Stupa and Mahaparinirvana Temple, which houses a reclining Buddha statue.
Explore the Ramabhar Stupa, the cremation site of Lord Buddha.
Overnight in Kushinagar.
Drive to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, located in Nepal (approximately 5 hours from Kushinagar).
Visit the Maya Devi Temple, which marks the exact spot where Lord Buddha was born.
Explore the Sacred Lumbini Garden, Ashoka Pillar, and the Puskarini Sacred Pond.
Visit monasteries built by Buddhist communities from different countries.
Overnight in Lumbini.
Drive to Shravasti, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites where Lord Buddha spent many rainy seasons teaching.
Visit Jetavana Monastery, where Buddha spent much of his monastic life and delivered many important teachings.
Explore Anathapindika's Stupa and other historical sites.
Overnight stay in Shravasti.
After breakfast, drive to Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, and explore some of the local attractions such as the Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza (optional).
Overnight in Lucknow.
Fly or take an overnight train from Lucknow to Delhi.
Upon arrival, either catch your international flight or spend the day exploring Delhi before departure.
Package Inclusions
- Accommodation Details: Twin or Triple sharing basis.
- Transportation:Point to Point basis as per itinerary only. such as airport transfer and sightseeing point.
- Meals and Beverages: Based on package If B/B(Bed and breakfast only) , Map (breakfast and Dinner) , Ap (Breakfast,lunch and Dinner).
- Excursions and Entry Fees: Entrance fees to museums or attractions.
- Visa Or Tourist Permit:Included.
- Guides and Assistance:One tours manager if group is more then 15 Pax.
- Customer Support: Emergency contact or travel assistance during the trip.
Package Exclusions
- Insurance:Clients must purchase their own travel insurance, covering medical emergencies, Medical evacuation ,cancellations, or lost baggage.
- Personal Expenses:Transport support to shopping, additional meals, tips, room service, and other personal expenses are excluded.
- Baggage Fees for Certain Flights:checked baggage or overweight fees are excluded.
- Additional Taxes and Fees: If there are any :country-specific entry/exit fees or city taxes, are not covered.
- Health Requirements: Vaccinations, COVID-19 tests, or other health-related expenses are excluded unless specified.
- Subject otherthen mention in "Package Inclusions".
Terms and Conditions
- Deposit and Final Payment: Non refundable 2000 INR/pax or equvalent deposit amount required to secure the booking and rest dues are subject to pay 15 days before departure.
- Accepted Payment Methods: Cash up front at office,credit cards*, bank transfers, or online payment gateways.
- Currency: local currency: client country of origine.
- Refunds:15 days before cancellation.
- Health and Safety Requirements: Customer should ensure their fitness for travel and any vaccination requirements.
- Liability Limitations: Company do not bear any liability for external factors such as weather conditions, political changes,border disputes,natural disasters, strikes, pandemic or third-party service provider errors and loss of valuable item or laguage .
- Visa and Passport :Securing visas and passport validity is their responsibility.
