Day 1 - Gaya/Bodh Gaya

Arrive in Gaya, drive to Bodhgaya and check into hotel. Latar Visit sightseeing tour of this holy seat of the Buddhist religion. Here is where Gautam Buddha achieved enlightenment while meditating under a Bodhi tree . There is a serene temple here, as well as the offshoot of the tree that offered shade to Buddha. The original tree was destroyed by Emperor Ashoka's queen, but a sapling of it was saved in time and planted in Sri Lanka by his daughter. A sapling of that tree was brought back to Bodh Gaya, which still stands to tell this tale.

A number of Buddhist nations like Thailand, Japan and Burma have set up monasteries and meditation centers in Bodh Gaya. Some of these include:the Indosan Nipponji temple ,the Thai monastery ,the Tibetan Karma Temple and Namgyal Monastery, and others by the Chinese,Burmese ,Bhutanese ,Vietnamese , Tamang , Daijokyo and Nepali Buddhist communities.

During October and March, monks from Dharamsala descend to Bodh Gaya. The Dalai lama pays a visit here too during December and January.
The Mahabodhi temple is a World Heritage site, built adjacent to the site of enlightenment in the 6th century AD. The temple was attacked and plundered by Muslim invaders in the 11th century and re-built several times. Return to hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2 Bodh Gaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna

Bodh Gaya - Rajgir (125 km- 2hrs.- 30min) - Nalanda ( 30 Km - 30 Min ) - Patna ( 120 KM - 2 Hrs )

After breakfast, drive to Rajgir and check in to hotel. Rajgir was the capital of the Magadha kingdom and is a pilgrimage for Jains and Hindus as well. The Japanese Buddhists have built the massive Vishwashanti Stupa on the Ratnagiri Hill which can be accessed by a chairlift. The stupa has statues of Buddha at the four stages of his life - birth, enlightenment, teaching and death. From the hill top, the Jain shrines can also be viewed, scattered across 26 distant hills. Griddhakuta , located on Ratnagiri Hill is another site where Budhha stopped by to preach.

Visit the Nalanda University Ruins Archaeological Complex is set amidst expansive lawns which offset the spectacular layout and carvings of this ancient university. The monasteries and the viharas are separated by a central valley. Interesting structures to look out for include: steps leading up to perhaps a dais for professors and stupas with images of the Buddha carved in.

According to the Chinese traveler Xuan Zang who also taught at the university during 685 and 762 AD, 10,000 monks and professors resided here at the time. After the walk around the ruins, visit the Xuan Zang Memorial Hall, a Chinese pagoda built by Chinese Buddhists.

Later Proceed to Patna and check into hotel. Night stay.

Day 3 - : Patna - Vaishali - Kesariya-Kushinagar

Driving 300 km in 06hrs

After an early breakfast, depart for Vaishali, 44 km. This is where Buddha preached his last sermon. The ruins of the Kolhua complex enclose the 2300 year old Ashoka pillar . A Japanese Peace Pagoda has also been built here. After lunch, proceed to Kesariya, 70 km. Kesariya marks the site where Buddha gave away his begging bowl before his death. A massive Buddhist stupa built during the rule of the Pala kings is being excavated here. Later drive to Kushinagar, check-in at hotel & overnight stay in Kushinagar.

Day 4 - Kushinagar - Lumbini - Sravasti (225 KM, 5Hours)

Driving 230 km in 5hrs

After Breakfast, proceed to visit Mahaparinirvana After Breakfast, proceed to visit Mahaparinirvana Temple (where Buddha took his last breathe) and Rambhar Stupa (cremation site of Lord Buddha) and Japan Temple. Latter drive toward Lumbini (in Nepal).En-route visit Kapilvastu. Kindly obtain double entry visa for India & single entry visa for Nepal). On arrival, check in at hotel. Later drive to Saravasti. Night stay at Sravasti.

Day 5 - Sravasti - Varanasi (300 KM 6 Hours) - Ganga Arti

After breakfast, proceed for visit Saheth (Jetvanaram) & Maheth (AngulimalCaves). Latter drive toward Varanasi. Check-in to hotel. After breakfast, drive toward Varanasi. Check-in to hotel.

At evening, get ready to experience one of the most memorable moments of your life, as you will be taken for a boat ride on the River Ganges. Enjoy Ganga Aarti. Get a glimpse of the spiritualism at the Ganga Ghats (river front).Night stay at Hotel in Varanasi.

Day 6 - Varanasi – Morning Boat Ride – Bodhgaya

Driving 225 km in 5hrs

Early morning, we will be taken for a boat ride on the Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking holy dip in the Ganges. Experience the different ghats of varanasi. Each ghats has his own history and Hinduism value. Latter visit some temples on the Ghats, followed by the the Kashi Vishwanath Temple - one of the famous Hindu temple and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
After breakfast, Depart for Bodhgaya – Overnight in Bodhgaya.

Day 7: Departure

After breakfast, leisure time in morning. Latter drop to Railway station/Airport.

Each & Every Guest Should carry Aadhar, Passport Or Voter ID Card for Nepal Entry