Footprints of Buddha

Location: Bodh Gaya

Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days

Features

Holiday Type: Pilgrimage Tours

Interest Type: Pilgrimage Tours

Package Type: Pilgrimage Tours

Package Overview

Delhi:- The city that has survival of Victorian constructions was mainly found by George V, Emperor of India for the duration of the Delhi Durbar of 1911. However, British architects Edward Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker built Delhi in 1912. In between 13th and 17th Centuries Delhi had been the seat of power for many rulers. Delhi has very interesting history, it was the capital of Pandavas during the time of Mahabharata and was known as 'Indraprastha', but in period of Shah Jahan, the city was known as Shahjahanabad (presently known as 'Old Delhi'). It is believed that Delhi was smashed and rebuilt seven times. During 1903, the tram facility had been introduced in the city. Delhi has many world famous historical monuments such as Humayun Tomb, Qutab Minar (the world's tallest brick minaret), Jama Masjid, Jantar Mantar, Old Fort (Purana Qila), Red Fort, Tuglaqabad Fort, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Lotus Temple (also known as Bahai Temple).

Earlier Delhi had 14 gates but now only five are exiting of them, Ajmeri Gate which is facing Ajmer in Rajasthan, Lahori Gate which is pointing Lahore in Pakistan, Kashmiri Gate facing North to Kashmir, Delhi Gate road to earlier cities of Delhi and Turkman Gate which was named after pious saint Hazrat Shah Turkam. It is time to celebrate this city which is a symbol of the country’s rich history and blooming present. As a Capital city of India it is decently a window to the country. Million of tourists come to Delhi every year to discover a whole new city of abundant stories and experiences.

Agra:- The Mughal ruler Shah Jahan, eagerly fascinated in architecture and gave its town of Agra, its most valuable memorial consisting as the monument over her wife’s burial which till date mesmerizes and inspires the world with the love and compassion he had for his dear wife. Taj Mahal the incredible monument is situated on the bank of river Yamuna, this recognized masterwork of symmetry has stanzas from the holy book ‘Koran’, extolled on its walls. Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of world and is also included as the UNESCO world heritage site. To motivate tourism in Agra, Agra tourism organizes various fairs and festivals every year. The sightseeing at Agra takes the travellers into the flashbacks of Mughal age. 

Buddhist Tour:- Buddhism is one of the main religions in the world. Buddhism flourished in the Indian and in sub-continent and was spread all over the world by the followers of Lord Buddha. Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Lumbini and Kushinagar are the four well-known places of Buddhist Pilgrimage destinations. Each destination has different uniqueness and many interesting stories related with life of Lord Buddha and offer myriad tourist attractions of Buddhism in India and Nepal.

Lumbini is the place where Gautam Buddha was born; this place is presently in Nepal. Bodhgaya is the place where Buddha achieved enlightenment under Bodhi tree. The Mahabodhi temple and the three monasteries are must visit place in Bodhgaya. Sarnath  is the place where Buddha delivered his first lecture. Chaukhandi stupa and Sarnath museum are must visit places in Sarnath.  Kushinagar is the place where Lord Buddha took his last breath at the age of 80. Places to visit in Kushinagar are Mahaparinirvana temple and Ramabhar stupa.

To book Buddhist tour packages or Bodhgaya tour packages contact us at Bariza Holidays, we at Bariza Holidays has large range of pilgrimage tour packages and Buddhist temple tour packages.

What it Includes?

  • Welcome drink on arrival.
  • All Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
  • Daily Breakfast at respective Hotel.
  • All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
  • All transfers and local sightseeing by Indigo.
  • Accommodation for 1 Night at Delhi on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected. 
  • Accommodation for 1 Night at Agra on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected. 
  • Accommodation for 1 Night at Lucknow on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected.
  • Accommodation for 2 Nights at Varanasi on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected. 
  • Accommodation for 3 Nights at Bodhgaya on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected. 
  • Accommodation for 1 Night at Kushinagar on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected.  
  • Accommodation for 1 Night at Lumbini on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected. 
  • Accommodation for 1 Night at Sravasti on Double Sharing Basis as Per Package selected. 
  • Meal Plan :- Breakfast only.

Please Note :- These rates are valid for Indian Passport holders only, foreigners are requested to, please cross check the rates with our tour experts before booking the package.

Important Note :- This is a proposal of quotation and not a confirmation of booking. Rates are subject to revision, hence we requests our customers to check the current rates with our Tour Experts in the moment of confirmation of the services or before the final booking...

Exclusions

  • Medical & Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses are not included in the package.
  • X-Mas & New Year supplements will be charged extra.
  • Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
  • Any Airfare or Government Service tax as per the govt. rule (as applicable).
  • The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary.
  • Any monument entrance fee/activity charges/adventure sport charges / Gaming charges, Jungle Safari etc. (if applicable).
  • Guide charges are not included in the package. This can be arranged at additional cost as per the guest request if available on that location.

Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi arrival, hotel check-in, later on Delhi city tour

Arrive Delhi, meet on arrival by Representative. Check in at hotel. Afternoon visit the city of Delhi visiting, Lakshmi Narayan temple, Gandhi Museum. Drive past India Gate, Presidents’ house ”Rashtrapati Bawan”, the Government buildings and the Parliament house and Qutab Minar. After city tour transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Drive to Agra, Hotel check-in and visit world famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort

After breakfast drive to Agra (203 kms / 4 hours) Check-in at Hotel. After Lunch visit the world famous Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Overnight at Hotel. (Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday).

Day 3: Drive to Lucknow, en-route visit Sankasia, overnight at Lucknow hotel

After Breakfast drive to Lucknow (10 - 11 hrs) en-route visit SANKASIA, where Lord descended from heaven after giving sermon to his mother after 7 years of her dealth. Later continue drive to Lucknow, Check-in at Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Lucknow city tour later proceed to Varanasi

After early breakfast Visit Lucknow city and drive to Varanasi(07 hrs), Check-in at Hotel. Evening free for own activities. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Boat ride on River Ganges and later visit Sarnath

Early morning Boat ride on River Ganges to see the bathing Ghats. After lunch afternoon visit SARNATH along with Pirith ceremony (where Buddha delivered his first sermon). Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6: Drive to Bodhgaya, overnight at Hotel

After breakfast drive 243 kms / 6.5 hours to Bodhgaya. Check-in at Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7: Visit Mahabodhi Temple and Gaya city tour

Morning after breakfast visit Mahabodhi Temple & Bodhi Tree, Great Buddha Statue, Niranjana River, Sujata Temple - which is across the Niranjana river. Afternoon visit to Dungeshwari caves. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8: Visit Rajgir and Nalanda & Overnight at Bodh Gaya

After early breakfast drive to Rajgir the vulture Hill, hot spring in Rajgir, world peace Stupa, Bamboo’s Garden. Continue to Nalanda to visit the ruins of world oldest University. Return back to Bodhgaya. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Proceed to Kushinagar, local sightseeing and overnight at hotel

After early breakfast drive to Vaishali. Check in at hotel. Visit Maha Parinirwana Temple (where Buddha took his last breathe) and Rambhar Stupa (cremation site of lord Buddha), Japan Temple. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10: Proceed to Lumbini ( in Nepal ), local sightseeing

After breakfast drive 5 hrs to Lumbini with packed lunch. (Nepal). While going to Lumbini, stop at India/Nepal border for Visa/Immigration formalities. Later check-in at Hotel. 15 Min. drive from the Nepal Border. Noon visit Lumbini, the Birth place of Lord Buddha. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Drive to Sravasti, enroute visit Kapilavastu overnight at Sravasti

After breakfast morning leave for Sravasti, en-route visit Kapilavastu - where Buddha’s childhood was spent & also visit ruins of the Palaces. Later continue drive to Sravasti & on arrival check-in at hotel. After Lunch visit Sravasti, where Buddha spent his 24 monsoons, visit Jetvana and Ananda Bodhi Tree. Overnight at hotel.

Day 12: Drop at Lucknow airport / railway station

After breakfast drive 5-6 hrs to Lucknow. There after transfer to Railway station to board train to New Delhi. After dinner transfer to IGI airport to catch flight for onward journey.

Terms & Conditions

  • Transportation as per the itinerary only.
  • The package can’t be clubbed with any other offer/deal.
  • Package inclusions and itinerary can’t be change/negotiate.
  • All transfers, excursions, sightseeing and travel as per itinerary.
  • Service Tax would be charged extra as per the govt. rule (as applicable).
  • The package can’t be booked for a single person; it is for 2 adults only.
  • Local sightseeing as per the itinerary depends on the local weather conditions.
  • Refund on cancellation depends upon the concerned hotel’s cancellation policies.
  • Guests are not allowed to drive the cab, provided for the above mentioned itinerary.
  • The above package is not valid during the festival season, national holidays, long weekends, and New Year.
  • Per person rates (in Rs.), and applicable on 2 persons on twin sharing basis. (Maximum 2 adults per room are allowed).
  • In case of delay in departure occur by guest, cab extra charges will be charge to the guest. Cab will be available till 12 am of last day of booked package.
  • Guests are not allowed to drink (alcohol)/smoke / do any other illegal activities as per the Indian laws inside the cab, provided for the above mentioned itinerary.
  • Package rates are subject to change without prior notice. However the new package rates would be conveyed to the guest depending on the availability in the hotels.
  • One Child between 0 to 4 years is complimentary (without bed) after that each child between 0 to 4 years 50% of per person package cost without extra bed, child between 4 To 12 years will be charged 70% of the per person package cost with extra bed ( mattress ) sharing the same room with parents, beyond 12 years 100% per person package cost will be charged with extra bed (mattress) sharing the same room with parents and we request our guest to declare the actual age of the child at the time booking.
  • Bariza Holidays reserves the right to change/modify/terminate the offer any time at its own discretion and without any prior notice. However the guests who have already booked their packages would be informed on time.