Varanasi Bodhgaya Tour
Information
- Duration 3 Nights - 4Days
- See top Hindu and Buddhist landmarks
Description
Bodhgaya is one of the most important and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage center in the world. It was here under a banyan tree, the Bodhi Tree, Gautama attained supreme knowledge to become Buddha,the Enlightened One. Born; in the foothills of the Himalayas as a Sakya prince of Kapilvastu (now in Nepal), most of the major events of his life, like enlightenment and last sermon, happened in Bihar. Buddhism as a religion was really born in Bihar and evolved here through his preaching and the example of his lifestyle of great simplicity, renunciation and empathy for everything living. Significantly, the state's name of 'Bihar' originated from 'Vihara' meaning monasteries which abounded in Bihar.
Itinerary Details
Day 01: Arrive Varanasi
Welcome to Varanasi, city on the banks of the Ganges ! Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport or Varanasi Railway Station, you will begin your 'Varanasi -Bodhgaya' tour. On arrival, check into your hotel. After Lunch Proceed to Visit Sarnath - the holy city of Varanasi, and is an exceedingly tranquil place. The ruins, Stupa, the museum and temple are all within walking distance. Overnight in Varanasi.
Day 02: Varanasi
After breakfast visit to Sarnath is place where Lord Buddha preached first sermon after enlightenment, visit Dhamek Stupa, Chaukhandi Stupa, Jain Temple, Buddha temple, Sarnath Museum, Ashok Pillar, Deer Park. Then move drive to Ramnagar Fort, Palace of King of Varanasi. In evening visit Silk Weaving centre heart of Varanasi product then back to hotel. Fresh up then visit Kal Bhairav Mandir. Return back to hotel & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Varanasi – Gaya – Bodhgaya
Early morning proceed drive to Gaya visit Vishnupaad temple for Ritual Pinda Dann pooja and Mangala Gauri Darshan. Move drive to Bodhgaya visit Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue, Chinese Temple, Barabar Cavas, Ajapala Nigrodha Tree & Royal Bhutan Monastery.
Day 04: Depart Bodhgaya -on to Varanasi
After breakfast drive to Varanasi Airport or Varanasi Railway Station for your onward journey.