Calling of Buddha with Golden Triangle
2N Bodhgaya – 1N Patna – 1N Kushinagar – 1N Sravasti – 2N Varanasi – 2N Jaipur – 1N Agra – 2N Delhi
Calling of Buddha with Golden Triangle
• Bodhgaya - Mahabodhi Temple Complex - UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bodhgaya Archaeological Museum (Small collection of Buddhist sculpture from the 1st century B.C, to the 11th century A.D) and Sujata House (Temple dedicated to an Uruvela tribeswoman) • Rajgir & Nalanda – Ancient Buddhist University, Vishwa Shanti Stupa (Marble structure with niches bearing golden images of the Buddha), Griddhakuta, Venuvana Vihara • Enroute visit Vaishali (Emperor Ashoka, in the third century B.C. erected one of his famous lion pillars here) • Kushinagar - Rambhar Stupa (Marks Buddha’s cremation ground), Mukutabandha Vihara (Funeral pyre)& Mahaparinirvana Temple • Sravasti - Jetavana monastery, Anand Bodhi Tree, Sahet Mahet and Angulimal caves • Varanasi - Ganges and Ghats in Varanasi & Sarnath city, Boat ride on river Ganges • Agra – Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fateh-pur Sikri • Visit in Jaipur – Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Hawa Mahal & Albert Museum • Elephant ride at Amber Fort • Visit in Delhi – Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar & Humayun Tomb • Drive past in Delhi - Red Fort, Rajghat, President House & India Gate • Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk • Services of English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur & Varanasi • Assistance at airport and sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle • Startin Bodhgaya and End in Delhi
Calling of Buddha with Golden Triangle
Day by Day Itinerary
Arrival at Gaya International Airport and transfer to hotel at Bodhgaya. Bodhgaya - situated near the river Niranjana, is one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage centers since it was here that Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree, which stands strong till date. Check-in at the hotel upon arrival and spend rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast, proceed to explore this ancient city, covering Mahabodhi Temple Complex- The temple stands in the east to the Bodhi Tree. Inside the temple, in the main sanctum, there is a colossal image of the Buddha in sitting posture touching the earth by his right hand. Temple also showcases the various aspects of Buddha’s life and his journey to attain enlightenment. This place in also popularly listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Later visit, Bodhgaya Archaeological Museum which houses a small collection of Buddhist sculpture from the 1st century B.C, to the 11th century A.D. And, Sujata House - temple dedicated to an Uruvela tribeswoman, who offered food to the starving Siddhartha.
Overnight in Bodhgaya.
After breakfast, drive to Rajgir and enroute visit Nalanda, the ancient Buddhist university, one of the world’s oldest university founded in the 5th century. Also visit monasteries and temples with impressive Buddhist & Hindu images. The Institute for research in Buddhism and Pali literature which houses rare manuscripts is also worth visiting for the enthusiasts. After Nalanda, drive further to Rajgir. During the lifetime of the Buddha, Rajgir was the capital of the powerful Magadh kingdom, ruled by the virtuous king Bimbisara. Visit the Vishwa Shanti Stupa. It is a marble structure with niches bearing golden images of the Buddha, built by the Nipponza Myohoji sect of Japan. Also, cover Griddhakuta - a rock protrusion resembling a vulture’s beak, probably gave the hill its name. In the rock cut caves here the Buddha spent many rainy seasons, meditating and preaching. VenuvanaVihara- Site of the monastery Venuvana Vihar built by king Bimbisara for Lord Buddha to reside. This was the king’s first offering to Lord Buddha.Jivakameavan Gardens: Seat of the Royal Physician’s dispensary where Lord Buddha was once brought to have wound dressed by Jivaka, the royal physician during the reign of Ajatshatru and Bimbisara. Continue your drive and arrive in Patna. Check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to Kushinagar and enroute visit Vaishali. Lord Buddha visited Vaishali frequently and at Kolhua, close by, preached his last sermon. To commemorate the event, Emperor Ashoka, in the third century B.C. erected one of his famous lion pillars here. A hundred years after the Mahaparinirvana of the Buddha – Vaishali hosted the second great Buddhist council. Two stupas were erected to commemorate this event. Late arrival and
overnight stay in Kushinagar.
Explore Kushinagar - the place that the Buddha chose for his Mahaparinirvana or final exit from this earth. There are several new monasteries and temples. Visit the Rambhar Stupa that marks Buddha’s cremation ground. Mahakashyapa lit the funeral pyre at Mukutabandha Vihara (Rambhar Stupa) in Kushinagar. Today not much remains of this stupa expect a large brick mound rising to a height of almost 15 meters set within a well-kept park. Also Visit Mahaparinirvana Temple. Post lunch, leave Kushinagar for Sravasti.Upon arrival check-in at hotel in Sravasti.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing of Sravasti,where Buddha preached most of his sermons. Here he is said to have performed many miracles, and levitated. Explore Jetavana monastery where during the monsoons Buddha took shelter, there is also famous Anand Bodhi Tree. Later visit Sahet Mahet and Angulimal caves. Continue your drive and arrive in Varanasi. Check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Early morning, enjoy a sublime boat ride on the Ganges River. View the numerous ghats along the bank of the Ganges, presenting a varied scene from dawn to dusk. Later, proceed to Sarnath, located eight km from Varanasi. It is famous as the place where the Buddha first preached his message after attaining nirvana. And, visit the Dhamek Stupa… it marks the spot where the Buddha proclaimed his faith in front of his first five followers. The earliest and most important relic is found here is the Ashoka pillar, erected in 250 BC. Later. Rest of the day leisure at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
After breakfast, proceed to the airport to board the flight to Jaipur. Meet our representative upon arrival and check-in at the hotel. It is the gateway to the magnificent and vibrant state of Rajasthan. Evening take a stroll in the markets of Jaipur for the traditional dresses and shoes, curio shops, blue pottery etc.
Overnight in Jaipur.
Today, enjoy a full-day sightseeing trip of Jaipur, also known as the ‘Pink City’… it is famous for its colorful culture, forts, palaces, and lakes. The old city of Jaipur is painted pink, which gives it a magical glow. Visit the Amber Fort… a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The best way to explore the fort is to ride up to it on elephant back. Later, stop to photograph the beautiful Hawa Mahal, also known as the “Palace of the Winds.” This beautiful façade with its ornately carved latticework windows is made of pink sandstone. Post lunch, visit the City Palace… again, a synthesis of Rajasthani and Mughal styles. Later, visit the Jantar Mantar Observatory, comprising geometric devices for measuring time. You will also visit the Albert Hall, which was modeled on the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture.
Overnight in Jaipur.
After breakfast, drive to Agra and enroute Visit Fatehpur Sikri, which was built by Emperor Akbar and is home to many historical buildings. Akbar wanted to make Fatehpur Sikri his headquarters; however, he had to abandon it due to shortage of water. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti enshrines the burial place of the Sufi saint who lived a religious life here. Today, Fatehpur Sikri is a UNESCO World heritage site. Further drive to Agra and check into your Hotel. Later proceed for Half Day City Tour of Agra. Visit the Red Fort, which was commissioned in 1565 by Akbar. The beautiful yet forbidding structure is a handsome example of Mughal architecture. Later, visit the Taj Mahal … a mausoleum built as a symbol of Emperor Shah Jehan’s devotion to his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Considered an architectural marvel, its construction took thousands of workers over 21 years to complete.
Overnight in Agra.
After breakfast, drive to Delhi. On arrival, check-in into your Hotel. India's capital & a major gateway to the country, Delhi is contemporary and a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient & the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind.
Overnight in Delhi.
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day tour of Old and New Delhi. This fascinating city has been in existence since the 6th century BC and has seen ups and downs from the rule of the Pandavas right up to the British Raj. Visit Jama Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan. The courtyard of the mosque can hold about 25,000 worshippers. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, the busiest market in Old Delhi…noisy, chaotic and uniquely Indian. You will then drive past to the Red Fort, which was constructed during the rule of Emperor Shah Jahan and served as the residence for the Mughal royal family. It continues to be significant till date, as every Independence Day, the Prime Minister makes a speech from its ramparts as the Indian flag is hoisted. Later, drive past President House and several other government buildings in Edwin Lutyen’s Delhi before you head toward Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. This simple memorial marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948. Thereafter, visit Humayun’s Tomb, commissioned by Humayun’s wife Hamida Banu Begum in 1562. It was the first garden tomb built in the Indian sub-continent where the Persian architect used red sandstone on a large scale. Later in the evening visit the Qutab Minar, which is the tallest brick minaret in the world; it was commissioned by Qutbuddin Aibak, the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
Overnight in Delhi.
After breakfast, proceed to the Delhi airport to board the flight for your onward destination.
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Tour Departure Dates & Cost
This tour departs year around on demand. Price is based on 4 people traveling together & sharing a room. Single person supplement and price for 2 ore more people traveling is also available.
- Based on 3* star hotels
- Bodhgaya - Hotel Delta
- Patna - Vijeta Clarks Inn
- Kushinagar - Hotel Adelphi Grand
- Sravasti - Hotel Lotus Sutra
- Varanasi - Surya
- Jaipur - Leisure Inn Grand Chanakya
- Agra - Taj Vilas
- Delhi - Surya International
- Based on 4* star hotels
- Bodhgaya - Lotus Nikko
- Patna - Hotel Gargee Grand
- Kushinagar - Lotus Nikko
- Sravasti - Lotus Nikko
- Varanasi - Hindusthan International
- Jaipur - Park Regis
- Agra - Howard Plaza - The Fern
- Delhi - SK Premium Park
- Based on 5* star hotels
- Bodhgaya - The Royal Residency
- Patna - Hotel Patliputra Continetal
- Kushinagar - The Royal Residency
- Sravasti - Hotel Sravasti Residency
- Varanasi - Radisson
- Jaipur - Holiday Inn City Centre
- Agra - Crystal Sarovar Premiere
- Delhi - Crowne Plaza MV
This package is valid from 01st October’19 till 31st March’20 (Except from 20th December’19 – 10th January’20)
Included
- 12 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above hotels or equivalent
- Assistance at the airport & Hotel check-in / check-out in Jaipur and Delhi
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort
- Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle
- Services of English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur & Varanasi
- Drivers allowances, toll taxes and Govt. Service Tax
Not Included
- Air tickets and airport taxes
- Entry Fee at the Monuments
- Boat Ride in river Ganges
- Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc.
- Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments
- 02 nights Bodhgaya
- 01 nights Patna
- 01 nights Kushinagar
- 01 nights Sravasti
- 02 nights Varanasi
- 02 nights Jaipur
- 01 nights Agra
- 02 nights Delhi
Daily Breakfast Included.
No Other Meals Are Provided.
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NOTE:
Monuments Closed On
- Bodhgaya Museum will closed on Friday
- Varanasi - Sarnath Museum will closed on Friday
- Agra - Taj Mahal on every Friday
- Jaipur – Elephant ride at Amber Fort will not be operational during Eid /Navrataras Festivals
- Hotel Check in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs
- Package cost will not be valid during public holidays, festivals, exhibitions
- and long-weekends.
- A surcharge will be levied and will be advised at the time of booking.
Pre & Post accommodation and transport available.
No Optional Tours Available.