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Taj Mahal with Buddhist Tour

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Highlights

  • Visit World Famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sites in Agra: Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
  • Visit Lumbini (Nepal) - the birth place of Lord Buddha.
  • Visit Kushinagar - where Gautama Buddha attained Parinirvana after his death.
  • Visit Bodh Gaya - where the Buddha attained enlightenment beneath a sacred Bodhi Tree.
  • Visit Varanasi - the 11th century B.C. oldest city, regarded as the spiritual capital of India.
  • Visit Nalanda University - an ancient world University established in 5th century BC.

Itinerary

On arrival at the New Delhi airport, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city's bustling streets or wander its wide tree-lined boulevards to get your first taste of India. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Agra - the land of the Taj Mahal. Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Later in the evening visit the Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Lucknow. On the way, visit Sankisa and Kannauj. Sankisa - which is related to many Myths pertaining to Lord Buddha, especially his descending from the heaven after death, makes it an ideal destination for Buddhist pilgrim. The village is mainly famous for the archaeological and historical importance. Also visit, temple of Bisari Devi, Buddhist Sculptures dating back to Mahayana age, the remains of Ashoka Pillar with an elephant in lieu of the usual lion. Later visit the town of Kannauj is mentioned in the book of Mahabharata. Ruled over by Hindu king Harsha Vardhana, this city had seen the golden period of Hindu architecture. In the evening upon arrival at Lucknow, our representative will transfer you to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit Rumi Darwaza and Imambara in Lucknow. Later leave for Varanasi - the 11th century B.C. oldest city, regarded as the spiritual capital of India. Upon arrival at Varanasi, check-in at the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, Later in the evening attend Aarti on the bank of River Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early in the morning, enjoy a boat ride on the River Ganges, followed by a visit to Akhara and see the traditional form of martial arts practiced there. Morning city tour of Varanasi, this includes a walk through the various sacred Ghats. Visit the sacred shrine of Kashi- Vishwanath (also known as the Golden Temple), and Bharat Mata Mandir, a simple temple dedicated to 'Mother India'. Later proceed to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists, visit the Dhamekha Stupa, the Archeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. In the evening attend aarti on the bank of River Ganges in Varanasi. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Bodh Gaya - an important Buddhist Pilgrimage where the Buddha attained enlightenment beneath a sacred Bodhi Tree. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, head out for full day sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya, visit Mahabodhi Temple - The temple, named after the Buddha, is a sacred place for the Buddhists in Bodh Gaya, Maha- bodhi tree - The tree is considered holy since Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under it, after that visit Sujata Village, Niranajana River, various monasteries, etc. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Patna. On the way, halt at Rajgir, to visit Gridhkuta Peak, at the top of Ratnagiri hill, where Lord Buddha preached many inspiring sermons, a Peace Pagoda has been built by the Buddha Sangh of Japan. Also visit Venuvanaram and Bimbisara Prison. Then drive to closely located Nalanda - the historical and religious place in central of bihar. In Nalanda - visit the ruins of ancient university; the site of Nalanda was one of the greatest monastic universities of the ancient world University established in 5th century BC. It is believed that Lord Buddha and also the founder of Jainism religion Lord Mahavir taught at this university for years. There is even a monument to facilitate Chinese traveler monk and writer Hiuen Tsang who studied at this university in the 7th century A.D.   Later, continue your drive to Patna for overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Kushinagar. Enroute visit Vaishali, which is believed to be the first republic of the world, having an elected body of representatives hold special significance for Buddhist Devotees. The Buddha preached the Radha Sutra to the eighty four thousand faithful gathering here. Later continue your drive to Kushinagar. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities or attend religious activities in the temples. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit - Mahaparinirvana temple , this is the place where Buddha passed into Parinirvana, also visit Rambhar Stupa where Lord Buddha was cremated. Later leave for Lumbini, crossing Indo-Nepal border. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Rest of the day free for own activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, explore Lumbini - a small town in the southern Terai plains of Nepal, where the ruins of the old city can still be seen. Also visit the Birth place of Lord Buddha. Shakyamuni Buddha was born in Lumbini, in southern Nepal, two thousand five hundred years ago. Since his time, Nepal has been a sacred ground for Buddhist, as it is the birth place of Lord Buddha. Also visit Kapilvastu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the ancient capital of the Shakya Clan, whose ruler "Ã…Å¡uddhodana" was the father of the Buddha. Later, leave for Shravasti crossing Indo-Nepal border. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of thee day free for own leisure activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, start exploring Shravasti - a part of the Buddhist circuit. Shravasti was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala, it has the honor for sheltering Buddha for 24 rainy seasons in the Jetavana Gardens. Visit Jetavana and Ananda Bodhi Tree. Later, leave for Lucknow. On the way, visit Balrampur - the historic Awadh regions, located on the banks of the West Rapti River. Later, our representative will transfer you to the Lucknow airport to board a flight to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will meet you and transfer you to any advised location or hotel in Delhi.

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What's Included?

Accommodation

  • 11 nights accommodation in 3 star deluxe hotels on twin or double sharing basis
    (Please Note: Accommodations can be upgraded to Luxury boutique hotels/4 star/5 star or your choice of hotels on request basis at an additional cost.)

Meals

  • Daily breakfast & dinner at the hotels

Guide

  • English speaking local destination guides

Transport

  • All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary
    • 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar
    • 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar
    • 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Additional Services

  • Personal assistance during arrival and departure
  • 1 boat ride on river ganges in Varanasi
  • 1 mineral water bottle per person per day
  • All applicable taxes

What's Excluded?

Flights

  • Any International or domestic flights are not included

Additional Services

  • Insurance - It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India & Nepal
  • Visa fee (if applicable)
  • Any personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges
  • Any monument entrance fee, camera fee
  • Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

Accommodation

3 Star Accommodation

Name Address Type
Rockland New Delhi Hotel
The Taj Vilas Agra Hotel
Sapna Clarks Inn Lucknow Hotel
Meadows Varanasi Hotel
The Imperial Bodhgaya Bodh Gaya Hotel
Aalcajars Inn Patna Hotel
The Imperial Kushinagar Hotel
Hotel Nansc Lumbini Hotel
Lotus Nikko Sravasti Hotel

Note: Hotel upgrades are available as per your choice.

Good To Know

Payment Terms

A deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 60 days prior tour starting date. For any bookings within 60 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash.

Cancellation

No additional cancellation fees apply for this tour. You can cancel the tour prior tour starting date and avoid paying the full amount, but the deposit you have paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within of tour starting date.

VISA

It is the sole responsibility of each individual traveller to get the required visa(s) for this tour, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with the Embassy of India in your home country.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Duration
12 Days
Destinations
New Delhi, Agra New Delhi, Agra, Sankisa, Lucknow, Varanasi, Sarnath, Bodh Gaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Patna, Vaishali, Kushinagar, Lumbini, Kapilvastu, Shravasti, Balrampur +14 more
Starts/Ends In
New Delhi / New Delhi
Age Range
1 - 80 Years Old
Max Group Size
10
Duration: Days

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