India Nepal Buddhist Tour (13 Days / 12 Nights)
Nepal is said to be the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam who later on became Lord Buddha. This trip follows his footsteps visiting all the spots that act as important landmarks in Buddhism. Whether its Bodhgaya, Lumbini or Kushinagar, the tour is the apt trip for all the Buddhists looking to visit the pilgrim spots of their culture.
Day 1: Delhi
Saturday, March 23, 2024 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
On arrival at the Delhi international airport, our representative will receive and transfer to the hotel. Overnight Stay at hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
Sunday, March 24, 2024 - Monday, March 25, 2024
Morning after breakfast full day sightseeing of Old Delhi visiting
Red Fort, Jama Masjid,
Raj Ghat and
Humayun's Tomb and after lunch visit
India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, President House and Qutab Minar.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3: Delhi - Kathmandu
Monday, March 25, 2024 - Tuesday, March 26, 2024
On time assistance and transfer to airport to take the flight to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be received & transferred to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Kathmandu
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Morning after breakfast tour of Sayambhunath Stupa- the oldest Buddhist shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spire-s base are the all - seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock about 77 m above the level of Kathmandu Valley and commands an excellent view of the Valley. This Stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal. It was also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979. After noon proceed to BOUDDHANATH STUPA: The stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 kms east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and is the centre of Tibetan Buddism in Nepal. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979. And Pasupatinath Temple.This important Hindu temple is the temple of Lord Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can witness the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River. The temple was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Kathmandu
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - Thursday, March 28, 2024
Morning afterbreakfast tour of Patan city. Evening explore the surroundings on your own. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6: Kathmandu - Chitwan
Thursday, March 28, 2024 - Friday, March 29, 2024
After breakfast drive to Chitwan 5 hrs Drive approx. Arrive check-in to hotel. Afternoon Jungle activities by Jeep Safari/Canter accompanying naturalist.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Chitwan - Lumbini
Friday, March 29, 2024 - Saturday, March 30, 2024
After breakfast drive to Lumbini approx 170 Kms. Arrive Lumbini and check-in to hotel. Later sightseeing of Lumbini.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Lumbini - Kushinagar
Saturday, March 30, 2024 - Sunday, March 31, 2024
Drive to Kushinagar, and upon arrival check into the hotel. Rest of the day visit the CITY & overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Kushinagar - Patna
Sunday, March 31, 2024 - Monday, April 1, 2024
After breakfast drive to Patna Via Vaishali, a very special place to Buddhists as The Lord delivered his last sermon & announced his impending " Nirwana". See the majesty of Ashok Pillar - Lotus tank, Chaumukhi.
Day 10: Patna - Rajgir - Bodhgaya
Monday, April 1, 2024 - Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to. Enroute visit Nalanda and Rajgir. On arrival check into the hotel.
Day 11: Bodhgaya
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Breakfast at hotel. Later proceed for visit temple and Niranjana river. Overnight at hotel.
Day 12: Bodhgaya - Patna - Delhi
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - Thursday, April 4, 2024
Morning after breakfast drive to Patna to board the flight for Delhi.Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 13: Delhi
Thursday, April 4, 2024 - Friday, April 5, 2024
Day free at leisure. Evening transfer to the international airport for onward destination.