10 days
Pilgrims & Spiritual · Uttar Pradesh & Bihar
Buddhist Circuit: Bodhgaya, Rajgir & Varanasi
7 days / 6 nights
Patna · Bodhgaya · Rajgir · Nalanda · Varanasi Private or small group
Starting from₹32,999per person
Follow the footsteps of the Buddha — enlightenment at Bodhgaya, the first sermon at Sarnath and the great university of Nalanda — at a gentle, mindful pace.
- StartsPatna
- EndsVaranasi
- Best timeOctober – March
Starting from · per person
₹32,999
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Tour rate
Starting from
₹32,999
per person · twin sharing
- Prices are per person on twin sharing, in Indian rupees, including GST.
- Hotels named are “or similar”. Groups of 10+ get special prices — ask us.
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Day by day
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Pick-up at Patna Drive to Bodhgaya Evening prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple
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Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi Tree International monasteries Free time for meditation
Highlights of the day
- Mahabodhi Temple — Where the Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree; a UNESCO site. Open daily, early morning to night
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Drive to Rajgir Vulture Peak and the Peace Pagoda Hot springs (optional)
Highlights of the day
- Vulture Peak (Gridhakuta) — Hill where the Buddha gave many sermons, reached by ropeway or steps. Open daily
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Nalanda University ruins Nalanda museum Rest
Highlights of the day
- Nalanda Mahavihara — Ruins of the ancient Buddhist university, a UNESCO site. Open daily
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Early departure Arrive Varanasi Ganga aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
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Sunrise boat ride on the Ganga Sarnath stupa and museum Old city lanes walk
Highlights of the day
- Dhamek Stupa, Sarnath — Marks the site of the Buddha’s first sermon. Open daily
- Sarnath Museum — Home of the Lion Capital of Ashoka. Closed Fridays
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Free morning Transfer to airport or station —
MealsBreakfastLunchDinnerShare this day
Drive times are approximate and depend on road and border conditions.
Highlights
Meditation time under the Bodhi Tree
Vulture Peak at Rajgir
Ruins of Nalanda University (UNESCO)
Sarnath, site of the first sermon
Ganga aarti and sunrise boat ride in Varanasi
What’s included
Included
- 6 nights hotel with breakfast and dinner
- Private air-conditioned car
- Guides at Bodhgaya, Nalanda and Sarnath
- Boat ride in Varanasi
- Station / airport transfers
Not included
- Flights or trains to Patna and from Varanasi
- Entry tickets and camera fees
- Lunches
- Donations and tips
Tour preparation
- Valid passport or government ID
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Modest clothes for temples
- Sun hat, water bottle and personal medicines
Need help preparing? Your planner sends a personal checklist for your dates and route after booking. Ask on WhatsApp
Visa & entry rules
India — e-Visa for foreign nationals
Most foreign visitors need a visa; many nationalities can apply for the Indian e-Visa online at least 4 days before arrival. Passport valid for 6 months with 2 blank pages. Official e-Visa website.
Visa rules change. Always check official sources before you travel. Indian e-Visa (official)
Terms for this tour
- Prices are per person in INR on twin sharing unless stated, and include GST.
- Hotels named are “or similar”; if unavailable we book one of the same standard.
- The order of visits may change because of weather, traffic, festivals or monument closures.
- Check-in from 2 pm, check-out by 11 am.
- 25% deposit confirms the booking.
- Balance due 30 days before departure; bookings within 30 days pay in full.
- Pay by UPI, cards, net banking (Razorpay) or bank transfer.
| Days before departure | Charge |
|---|---|
| More than 45 days | ₹2,500 handling |
| 45 – 30 days | 25% |
| 29 – 15 days | 50% |
| 14 – 7 days | 75% |
| Less than 7 days / no-show | 100% |
Strongly recommended, covering medical care, evacuation and cancellation. We can arrange a policy on request.
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Tour map
Total distance525 km
Total drive time12 h 30 min
Stops5
Days7
- Day 1 Patna → Bodhgaya 115 km · 3 h 30 min
- Day 3 Bodhgaya → Rajgir 80 km · 2 h 30 min
- Day 4 Rajgir → Rajgir 30 km
- Day 5 Rajgir → Varanasi 290 km · 6 h 30 min
- Day 6 Varanasi → Sarnath 10 km
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on road and border conditions.
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