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Pick-up: Varanasi Airport / Railway Station
Drop: Lucknow Airport / Railway Station
About the Tour
This complete Buddhist Circuit follows the entire spiritual journey of Lord Buddha — from birth to enlightenment, teaching, and Mahaparinirvana.
The route covers all the major pilgrimage sites across India and Nepal, offering an authentic experience of Buddhist culture, art, and heritage.
It’s the ideal circuit for pilgrims, monks, researchers, and peace seekers alike.
Highlights of the Tour
- Lumbini (Nepal): Birthplace of Lord Buddha
- Bodhgaya: Site of Enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree
- Sarnath: First Sermon of Lord Buddha
- Kushinagar: Mahaparinirvana (Final Resting Place of Buddha)
- Sravasti: Buddha’s Rainy Season Residence
- Nalanda & Rajgir: Ancient Buddhist learning and meditation centers
- Vaishali: First Buddhist Nuns’ ordination site
- Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, monasteries & stupas
- Experience peace, meditation & Buddhist culture through guided tours
Itinerary
Arrive at Varanasi Airport / Railway Station, meet our representative and transfer to the hotel. In the evening, attend the sacred Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Dinner & Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Early morning boat ride on River Ganga to witness the sunrise. After breakfast, visit Sarnath – Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Sarnath Museum, and Mulagandha Kuti Vihar. Later, drive to Bodhgaya, check into the hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast, explore Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue, Thai, Japanese, and Bhutanese Monasteries, and Sujata Village. Evening free for meditation at Mahabodhi Complex. Dinner & Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast, drive to Rajgir – visit Griddhakuta Hill (Vulture Peak), Bimbisara Jail, and Venuvan Vihar. Continue to Nalanda University ruins and Nalanda Museum, one of the world’s oldest learning centers. Later drive to Vaishali, check-in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Vaishali.
After breakfast, visit Ashokan Pillar, Relic Stupa, and Kutagarasala Vihara in Vaishali. Then drive to Kushinagar, the sacred place where Lord Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana. Visit Mahaparinirvana Temple, Rambhar Stupa, and Japanese Temple. Dinner & Overnight stay in Kushinagar.
After breakfast, drive to Lumbini (Nepal), the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Visit Maya Devi Temple, Ashokan Pillar, Sacred Pond, and the Monastic Zone featuring monasteries from around the world. Dinner & Overnight stay in Lumbini.
After breakfast, visit Kapilvastu, the ancient kingdom of King Suddhodana, Buddha’s father. Then proceed to Sravasti, where Buddha spent 24 rainy seasons delivering his teachings. Dinner & Overnight stay in Sravasti.
After breakfast, visit Jetavana Monastery, Anand Bodhi Tree, Angulimala Stupa, and Pakki Kuti. Evening free for meditation or local exploration. Dinner & Overnight stay in Sravasti.
After breakfast, drive to Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. Visit Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, and Hussainabad Clock Tower. Dinner & Overnight stay in Lucknow.
After breakfast, travel back to Varanasi by train or car. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay in Varanasi.
After breakfast, transfer to Varanasi Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey. Your spiritual Buddhist Circuit Tour concludes with peace, blessings, and eternal serenity.
Included and Excluded
- 10 Nights’ Accommodation in well-appointed hotels
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner (MAP Plan)
- All Transfers & Sightseeing by Private AC Vehicle
- Assistance for Border Permits & Nepal Entry Formalities
- Toll Taxes, Parking, Driver Allowance & All Applicable Taxes
- Services of local guide at major Buddhist sites
- Monument entry fees & camera charges
- Visa fee for Nepal (if applicable)
- Airfare / Train fare
- Lunch, personal expenses & laundry
- Any services not mentioned in “Inclusions”
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