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3N/4D Buddhist Enlightenment Circuit - Delhi to Bodhgaya via Varanasi

Delhi, Varanasi, Bodhgaya · 3 nights / 4 days · India

From ₹11,413 per person

Stay plan: Delhi (1N) – Varanasi (1N) – Bodhgaya (1N). Arrive Delhi, depart Bodhgaya.

Where the nights are

Delhi (1N) → Varanasi (1N) → Bodhgaya (1N)

Day by day

  1. Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway & Transfer to Delhi

    Arrive at the airport or railway station in Delhi, where our local representative will meet you and assist with the transfer to your hotel or ashram. The rest of the day is at leisure to rest after the journey. In the evening there is a welcome briefing and orientation covering the pilgrimage route, followed by peaceful aarti and prayers. Overnight stay in Delhi.

    Overnight: Delhi

  2. Day 2 — Sacred Exploration & Rituals in Varanasi

    After breakfast, transfer from Delhi to Varanasi by your scheduled flight or train and continue to your accommodation. The day is dedicated to holy darshans, participation in sacred rituals, a holy dip in the Ganga where applicable, and guided historical and spiritual monument tours in Varanasi, including Kashi Vishwanath Temple and the riverside ghats. The evening is kept for a spiritual discourse or the Ganga aarti and a stroll through the local bazaar. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

    Overnight: Varanasi

  3. Day 3 — Sacred Exploration & Rituals in Bodhgaya

    Embark on the long journey as you travel from Varanasi to Gaya. This day offers a transition from the spiritual depths of Varanasi to the revered grounds of Gaya. Known for its significance in both Hinduism and Buddhism, Gaya is a city of profound religious importance. Upon arrival, you'll have the opportunity to explore its sacred sites, including the iconic Bodh Gaya, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. As you settle in for the night, reflect on the spiritual journey that has brought you from the ghats of the Ganges to the hallowed grounds of Gaya. Night stay in Gaya. - Vishnupad Temple Vishnupad Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is located in Gaya, on the bank of the river Phalgu, marked by a footprint of Lord Vishnu known as Dharmasila, incised into a block of basalt. - Sita Kund It is located on the opposite side of the Vishnu pad temple, on the other banks of the Falgu River. It is believed to be the spot where Sita Devi performed the ritual of pinda-daan for king Dashratha, her father-in law and a small temple stands there now. This is also the spot where the goddess took a bath before going into exile for 14 years with her husband, Lord Rama, and brother-in-law, Lord Lakshmana. Tourists can also visit nearby shrines dedicated to Lord Rama, Lord Hanuman, Goddess Sita and Goddess Durga and pay obeisance to the deities. - Bodh Gaya It is situated west of the Phalgu River, in southwest Bihar. One of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is the location where Gautama Buddha (Prince Siddharth) attained enlightenment and became the Buddha. Main attractions include the Bodhi tree, also called Bo tree, under which the Buddha sat when he attained Enlightenment (Bodhi). Mahabodhi Temple, one of the holiest sites of Buddhism, marks the spot of the Buddha's Enlightenment. A shrine inside the temple holds a yellow sandstone statue of the Buddha encased in glass.

    Overnight: Bodhgaya

  4. Day 4 — Bodhgaya - Final Darshan & Onward Departure

    After breakfast, depart to Railway Station or Airport and proceed to your home destination as per your schedule. Time to wish you all the best for your glorious and spiritual life. May God Bless You all spiritually advancement with great peace and super health.

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