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India Buddhist Tour with Lumbini and Taj Mahal

Buddhist
  • Starts Delhi
  • +14 destinations
  • Ends Delhi
Days 13
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AGE RANGE - 1 to 80 Years Old
TRAVEL STYLE - Easy
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Duration: 13 Days
AGE RANGE - 1 to 80
TRAVEL STYLE - Easy
From INF INF
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BEST PRICES GUARANTEED

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
  • Sunrise visit of the Taj Mahal in Agra.
  • Visit Jetavana and Ananda Bodhi Tree at Shravasti - the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala.
  • Visit Lumbini - the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
  • Visit Nirvana Temple and Ramabhar Stupa in Kushinagar.
  • Visit Vaishali - mentioned in the Ramayana and in the Buddhist literature, it is also reputed as the birthplace of Lord Mahavira and the capital of Lichchavis.
  • Visit the Mahabodhi temple at Bodhgaya.
  • Boat Cruise and Evening Aarti in Varanasi.
  • Exclusive shopping tours in local markets to get a feel of real Indian art and culture.

Day-to-Day ITINERARY

Stay - Delhi

On the day of 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.


Includes: Accommodation, Transfers

Stay - New Delhi

Embark on a full day of sightseeing beginning in Old Delhi with a visit to the stunning Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in Asia, and the Raj Ghat, a moving memorial to Mahatma Ghandi. Take a short rickshaw ride at the Chandni Chowk (A huge market of spices and clothes), also visit Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, and Qutub Minar. Overnight stay at the hotel.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Agra

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive towards Agra “City of Taj Mahal”. Upon arrival at Agra, check-in at your hotel. Take some rest at the hotel, later in the afternoon our tour guide will pick you up from the hotel for a guided sightseeing tour of the Itmad-ud-Daulah, and Agra Fort. Rest of the day at leisure, overnight stay at the hotel.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Lucknow

Early in the morning, 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 for night stay.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Shravasti

After breakfast at the hotel, visit visit Rumi Darwaza and Imambara in Lucknow. Later proceed to Shravasti - the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala, it has the honor for sheltering Buddha for 24 rainy seasons in the Jetavana Gardens. Upon arrival at Shravasti, check-in at the hotel. Later proceed for a sightseeing around Shravasti, visit Jetavana and Ananda Bodhi Tree. Overnight stay at the hotel.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Lumbini

After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer you to the Indo-Nepal border, where you will be received by Alkof Holidays Nepal counterpart and he will get you transferred to Lumbini - the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Lumbini is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival at Lumbini, check-in at the hotel. rest and relax at the hotel, later visit the Ashoka Pillar, built in 259BC by Ashoka The Great - the Emperor of India. In the 7th century, the pillar was struck by lightning and split into two parts, the site was lost for six centuries, re-founded in 1895. Overnight stay at the hotel.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Kushinagar

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Kushinagar crossing Indo-Nepal border. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Rest and relax at the hotel, later visit - Mahaparinirvana temple , this is the place where Buddha passed into Parinirvana and was cremated and also visit Rambhar Stupa where Lord Buddha was cremated. Evening free time for own or religious activities in temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Rajgir

After breakfast leave for Rajgir. On the way, visit Vaishali - mentioned in the Ramayana and in the Buddhist literature, it is also reputed as the birthplace of Lord Mahavira and the capital of Lichchavis from early times. At Vaishali, visit Ashoka Pillar, Buddha stupa and Shanti stupa. After Vaishali sightseeing, proceed toward Rajgir for night stay.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Bodhgaya

After breakfast, head out for sightseeing of Rajgir. Lord Mahavir, spent 14 years of his life at Rajgir and Nalanda. Visit the monastery of Venuvana Vihar built by King Bimbisara for Lord Buddha to reside. Later leave for Bodhgaya. Upon arrival at Bodhgaya, check-in at the hotel for night stay.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Bodhgaya

After breakfast, head out for an escorted tour of Bodhgaya and Gaya. Visit The Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue, Niranjana River, Sujata Temple and lots of other significant temples. The Mahabodhi temple is built on the east of the sacred tree stands majestically 17 feet high on a base 5 feet square, and consists of a soaring pyramidal tower surmounted by a stupa. Besides the Mahabodhi temple, visit several Buddhist temples built by the followers of Buddhism from all over the world. In the evening, drive back to the hotel for night stay.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Varanasi

Early in the morning, check-out from the hotel and leave for Varanasi. On the way visit Sarnath. Sarnath enjoys the extraordinary privilege of Lord Buddha delivering his first sermon after attaining enlightenment 2500 years ago. At Sarnath, visit a number of Buddhist sites that include the famous Dhamekh Stupa, the seat of the holy 'Buddha' and the ruins of Dharmarajika Stupa and Mulagandhakuti Temple. Also visit the most popular "The Ashoka Pillar" built by the emperor Ashoka. The Lion Capital on top of this pillar is now the National Emblem of India and stands apart for its excellent artistry and carvings. Overnight stay at the hotel in Varanasi.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing

Stay - Varanasi

Early morning enjoy a boat ride in river Ganges looking at the beautiful Ghats passing by. The experience will be completely ecstatic as boat’s helm cuts through clam waters of Ganges creating ears pleasing music. Take a holy dip in the water of river Ganges. Stroll around various ghats and visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple or Golden Temple - One of the popular and must visit temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening attend Aarti on the bank of River Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.


Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing


After breakfast, take a flight to New Delhi from Varanasi. Upon arrival take another flight to your home or we will transfer you to any location in Delhi as per client direction.


Includes: Breakfast, Transfers

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

  • Assistance during arrival and departure
  • 12 Nights accommodation based on double/twin sharing basis
  • Meals - Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel
  • One way domestic Flight from Varanasi to New Delhi
  • Transportation - Entire Trip, Including Airport Transfers, Sightseeing by an AC vehicle.
  • Sightseeing, excursions and activities as per the itinerary
  • Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
  • Local English Speaking Guide
  • 1 Mineral water bottles per person per day
  • All currently applicable taxes

Transport

  • 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

EXCLUDED

  • Insurance
    • It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.
  • Visas Fee (if applicable)
  • Any International Flight
  • Any personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, alcoholic beverages etc.
  • Any Monument Entrance Fee, Camera Fee
  • Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

Travel is one of those things that naturally gives rise to queries, concerns and doubts, so we’re here to put your mind at ease. Various "FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS" on your travel to India will be covered into the document. Kindly go through the same and if there are other unanswered questions and clarifications, it would be our pleasure to address the same too.


Many of our travelers join because they are traveling solo. So yes it is absolutely safe to travel solo on this tour. As a solo traveler, you have to pay single supplement charges. Please let us know at time of booking and we’ll arrange the rooming configuration accordingly.
Our tour cost includes personal assistance during arrival and departure, hotel accommodations with breakfast, all transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private air-conditioned car/van/coach depending on a number of persons with as per itinerary, English speaking local guide, all applicable taxes and dedicated manager with 24x7 support. We can also include lunch and dinner, domestic flights, and other services on request at an additional cost.
The check-in and the check-out timings in a majority of the hotels are 1400 hours and the 1200 hours respectively. Early check-in's and late check-out's are subject to availability of the rooms, thus we suggest you to book your room(s) previous night itself if you arriving early then the normal check-in time or if you have a late check-out. Just let us know your arrival and departure timing at the time of booking your tour with us and we will help you in managing your stay for the extra hours.
We provide 3 star comfort hotels in our standard tour packages. However you can always upgrade your accommodations to 4 star hotels or 5 star luxury hotels or charming boutique hotels/heritage palaces or any special hotel of your choice at an additional cost.
Alkof Holidays is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. We ask that you carefully consider whether you are physically and mentally able to complete the itinerary. We will make reasonable adjustments to the operation of our trip to facilitate the requirements of disabled travelers – such as booking ground floor accommodation or having your tour manager communicate important directions in writing as well as verbally. Further please let us know at the time of booking and we’ll arrange your tour accordingly.
One must possess a passport which is valid for minimum 6 months from the date of entry into India. Many countries have been included in the list of countries whose citizens are provided E-Visa facility provided they apply 72 hours in advance. Other nationals need to obtain Indian visa in advance to enter India.
Yes. It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to India.
You will be greeted by our representative at the airport on your arrival. He shall be holding a company placard with your name written on it for your identification. We shall also provide you list of emergency 24 hours contact phone numbers for your assistance.
We provide dedicated tour managers to all our guest with 24 X 7 personal assistance. Our office is open 24 hours a day which means that you will always have someone to assist you even at any point of time. We shall also give you mobile nos. of our executives who you may call, email or whatsapp in case of any need.
YES. You can surely custom design the holiday packages as per your preferences.
If you are interested in booking any of our brochure tours, you may simply send us an email giving us your details. We normally need an advance amount once we confirm the arrangements for the tour. The amount depends on the services you may require for the tour. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash. We need balance payment before arrival.
We shall do our best to make changes as per your request and shall not charge you anything unless there is penalty charged by hotels etc, for making these changes.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Our team of travel experts are available 24/7 for you! If you have any questions about this amazing tour, then please feel free to contact us. We will get back to you latest within 2 hours!



PAYMENT TERMS

Client only requires a deposit of 10% of the total amount of the tour to confirm their booking. The remaining balance is then payable 30 days prior to the departure date. For any tour departing within 30 days the full payment of the tour is necessary. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash. After receiving the payment, a receipt will be sent directly to client's registered email-id and the final tour documentation will be emailed out approximately 1-2 weeks prior to departure.

CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees! You can cancel the tour up to 30 days prior to the departure date and you will not need to pay the full amount of you tour, but the deposit of 10% is non-refundable. But, the deposit is fully transferable to your future bookings with Alkof Holidays.





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