Tour Overview
4 Nights / 5 Days – Varanasi & Bodhgaya
A journey from the eternal city of Lord Shiva to the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment. Spend two nights in Varanasi to witness the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, take a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, receive darshan at Shri Kashi Vishwanath and visit Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.
Continue by road to Bodhgaya for two nights, home to the Mahabodhi Temple and the sacred Bodhi Tree, with time to explore the Great Buddha Statue and the international monasteries before your drop at Gaya.
Detailed Program
Day 01Arrival Varanasi – Ganga Aarti
On arrival at Varanasi railway station or airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, proceed to Dashashwamedh Ghat to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, where priests perform synchronized prayers with lamps and chants on the banks of the Ganges.
Day 02Varanasi Sightseeing & Sarnath
Start early with a serene sunrise boat ride along the ghats of the Ganges. Take darshan at the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, and visit Kal Bhairav Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple and Tulsi Manas Mandir. After breakfast, continue to Sarnath, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment.
Day 03Varanasi – Bodhgaya
After breakfast, check out and drive to Bodhgaya (approx. 250 km, 6 hours). On arrival, check in at your hotel. In the evening, visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and spend a peaceful moment beneath the sacred Bodhi Tree, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.
Day 04Bodhgaya Sightseeing
After breakfast, explore Bodhgaya: the Mahabodhi Temple complex, the Great Buddha Statue, and the monasteries built by Buddhist nations, including the Thai Monastery and the Royal Bhutan Monastery. Later, you may visit the Vishnupad Temple in Gaya. Evening at leisure.
Day 05Bodhgaya – Gaya Departure
After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Our driver will drop you at Gaya Airport or Gaya Railway Station for your onward journey.
On Request
Price Includes
- Accommodation on twin sharing
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Pickup at Varanasi railway station / airport and drop at Gaya Airport / railway station by private AC vehicle
- Sightseeing by private AC vehicle as per itinerary
- Driver’s allowance, toll & parking charges and fuel
- All applicable taxes
Price Excludes
- Airfare or train fare
- Personal expenses like laundry, etc.
- Meals other than specified in "Inclusions"
- VIP Darshan/ Special Pooja etc.
- Tips to drivers, guides, and hotel staff
- Any activity/Services not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Important
- Dress modestly, remove footwear before entering temples, and avoid photography where prohibited.
- Stay Hygienic - Drink bottled water and eat at clean, recommended restaurants.
- Arrive early for Ganga Aarti in Varanasi and Saryu Aarti in Ayodhya for a good viewing spot.
- Listen to Guides: Certified local guides can enhance your understanding of religious and historical significance.
- Respect Rituals: Avoid interrupting or stepping into religious ceremonies or personal prayers.
- Use Authorized Priests: For special pujas or rituals, book services through trusted agencies or temple authorities.
- Don’t Pollute the Rivers: Avoid throwing offerings, plastic, or waste directly into the Saryu or Ganga rivers.
