Trails of Buddha Tour

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Buddhism in India has flourished by leaps and bounds, and so as the popularity of Buddhist pilgrimage tour. Our ‘Trails of Buddha’ tour takes you on a lifetime journey where you experience the most vivid facets of Buddhism which are far from imagination. You learn, meditate, delve deeper and arouse during this expedition to the most popular sites in Buddhism. Apart from religious fervour, what enriches this tour is the finest Buddhist architecture which is simple yet complex. So, partake in this tour to unveil the golden past of Buddhism.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu by flight

  Surrounded by verdant agricultural hills, Kathmandu offers a perfect setting to meditate. With numerous Buddhist attractions like Boudhnath Stupa, Swayambhunath, Chabahil ? Stupa and Gorakhnath Cave and Ashura Cave; Kathmandu acts as a beautiful representation of Buddhism.
• Day 2 : Kathmandu

  Surrounded by verdant agricultural hills, Kathmandu offers a perfect setting to meditate. With numerous Buddhist attractions like Boudhnath Stupa, Swayambhunath, Chabahil ? Stupa and Gorakhnath Cave and Ashura Cave; Kathmandu acts as a beautiful representation of Buddhism.
• Day 3 : Kathmandu ? Bhairwa by flight & Bhairwa-Lumbini by surface

  Lumbini is the place where the Buddha was born. Thus, this place is considered as the Mecca of every Buddhist who visits here to connect with the divinity. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas in modern Nepal, Lumbini is one of the four holy places of Buddhism and remains a must visit destination for pilgrims.
• Day 4 : Lumbini-Sravasti by surface

  Lumbini is the place where the Buddha was born. Thus, this place is considered as the Mecca of every Buddhist who visits here to connect with the divinity. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas in modern Nepal, Lumbini is one of the four holy places of Buddhism and remains a must visit destination for pilgrims.
• Day 5 : Sravasti-Kushinagar by surface

  A landmark in the history of Buddhism and Jainism, Sravasti is renowned for housing a collection of ruins called Sahet-Mahet. One can find numerous structures and relics of Gautam Buddha at Jetavana Monastery during the tour. The sights of Buddhist monks meditating here under Bodhi tree is a pleasurable sight to experience.
• Day 6 : Kushinagar-Vaishali-Rajgir by surface

  An ancient town in Uttar Pradesh, Kushinagar derived its name from Kusha, the son of Lord Ram. Being a major pilgrim hub for the Buddhists in India, Kushinagar has earned great popularity around the world. Mahaparinirvana Temple here is believed to be housing the remains of Lord Buddha. The town is believed to the final resting place of Gautama Buddha.
• Day 7 : Rajgir-Bodhgaya by surface

  Bodhgaya is an important place in the city of Gaya that charms pilgrims seeking Nirvana. This crucible of Buddhism was built at this place where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment under a bodhi tree and became Buddha. The Great Buddha Statue here looks immensely soul soothing.
• Day 8 : Rajgir

  The sights of Buddhist monks meditating on Vulture's Peak are common yet fascinating in Rajgir. With endless pearls of Buddhism weaved together, Rajgir remains popular among pilgrims all over the world. Some of the major attractions here include Shanti Stupa, Gridhakuta Hill and Saptparni Cave.
• Day 9 : Varanasi-Agra by overnight train

  An abode of Buddhism, Varanasi is an ideal destination to purify your soul. It is believed that after attaining Nirvana, Buddha came to Varanasi in search of his five disciples. Situated merely 8 kilometres from Varanasi, Sarnath is a major Buddhist site venerated by the Buddhists from all across the globe. This is the place where Lord Gautam Buddha preached his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
• Day 10 : Arrive Agra

  Other than the iconic Taj Mahal, Agra is also popular for Sankasia, a place where Buddha along with Brahma and Devraj Indra came down after giving sermons to his mother in heaven. Today, this place has a temple featuring a statue of the Buddha.

  • Hotspots Taj Mahal
• Day 11 : Agra-Delhi by surface and then depart by flight

  Agra-Delhi by surface and then depart by flight

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Flights
• Sightseeing

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Caper House, 327, Second Floor, Phase-iv, Udyog Vihar, Gurgaon, Haryana, India - 122016
• 08069247164 (Ext : 075)
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