Day 1: Arrival in Delhi (No Meals)

Welcome to India! Upon arrival at New Delhi International Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative. You’ll be transferred to your hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi to Lucknow by Train – Drive to Sravasti (B/L/D)

Early morning transfer to New Delhi Railway Station with a packed breakfast to board the train to Lucknow (Departs at 06:15 AM, arrives at 12:30 PM). Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then drive to Sravasti (approx. 180 km / 4.5 hours). On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Sravasti.

Day 3: Sravasti – Lumbini (B/L/D)

After breakfast, visit Jetavana Monastery and Angulimala Caves. Return to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon, proceed to Lumbini in Nepal (approx. 190 km / 5–6 hours). Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Lumbini.

Day 4: Lumbini – Kushinagar (B/L/D)

After breakfast, visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Return to the hotel for lunch. Then, drive to Kushinagar (approx. 130 km / 4 hours). On arrival, visit Mahaparinirvana Temple and Ramabhar Stupa (Buddha’s cremation site). Later, check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Kushinagar.

Day 5: Kushinagar – Vaishali – Patna (B/L/D)

After breakfast, drive to Patna (approx. 280 km / 7 hours) with a packed lunch. En route, visit Vaishali, an important site in Buddhist history. Continue to Patna and check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Patna.

Day 6: Patna – Nalanda – Rajgir – Bodhgaya (B/L/D)

After breakfast, drive to Nalanda (approx. 85 km) and explore the ruins of the ancient Buddhist university. Proceed to Rajgir (15 km), where lunch will be served at a hotel. Visit Gridhrakuta Hill, Venuvana Monastery, and Bimbisara’s Jail. Then drive to Bodhgaya (65 km). On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

Day 7: Bodhgaya – Full Day Sightseeing (B/L/D)

Explore sacred sites in Bodhgaya, including the Mahabodhi Temple, Sujata Village, and Niranjana River. All meals provided. Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.

Day 8: Bodhgaya – Varanasi via Sarnath (B/L/D)

After breakfast, drive to Varanasi (approx. 250 km). Upon arrival, check in at the hotel, then proceed to Sarnath (14 km), where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Visit Dhamek Stupa and Deer Park. Return to Varanasi. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 9: Varanasi – Delhi – Departure (B/L/D)

Start the day with an early morning boat ride on the Ganges, witnessing the spiritual rituals at sunrise. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Enjoy some free time for shopping — Varanasi is renowned for its silk. Lunch at the hotel. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Delhi. On arrival, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant before your onward international departure.

Day 10: Arrive Home

Arrive back home with memories of a deeply enriching journey along the footsteps of the Buddha.