10 daysPilgrims & Spiritual · India
Buddha Footprint Pilgrimage
Starting fromAED 3,435per person≈ approx. · ₹79,000
Educational Tours · Uttar Pradesh & Bihar
Varanasi & Sarnath history and culture school trip
4 days / 3 nights
Varanasi · Sarnath · Varanasi Schools & colleges, 20–60 students
Starting fromAED 630per person
India’s oldest living city and the place of the Buddha’s first sermon — a history, culture and heritage-science trip for school groups.
Students explore Varanasi’s ghats and lanes, Sarnath’s Ashokan heritage and museum, and the craft of Banarasi weaving, with worksheets and a tour escort throughout.
- StartsVaranasi
- EndsVaranasi
- Best timeOctober – March
Starting from · per person
AED 630
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Tour rate
Starting from
AED 630
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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Arrive and meet the tour escort. Walk to Dashashwamedh Ghat for the evening Ganga Aarti with a short talk on the city’s 3,000-year history.
Highlights of the day
- Dashashwamedh Ghat — Main ghat on the Ganga, famous for the nightly Ganga Aarti. Aarti at sunset
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Sarnath, where the Buddha gave his first sermon: the Dhamek Stupa, Ashokan pillar remains and the Archaeological Museum with the Lion Capital, India’s national emblem.
Highlights of the day
- Dhamek Stupa — Massive stupa marking the site of the Buddha’s first sermon. Sunrise to sunset
- Sarnath Museum — Home of the Ashokan Lion Capital, adopted as India’s national emblem. 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; closed Fridays
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Sunrise boat ride along the ghats, a visit to the Banaras Hindu University campus and a weavers’ workshop to see Banarasi silk on the loom.
Highlights of the day
- Banaras Hindu University — Founded in 1916, one of Asia’s largest residential universities. Campus visit by arrangement
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Closing quiz and certificates, then transfer for the journey home.
MealsBreakfastLunchDinnerShare this day
Drive times are approximate and depend on road and border conditions.
Highlights
Sunrise boat ride on the Ganga
Sarnath Dhamek Stupa and museum (Lion Capital)
Banaras Hindu University campus visit
Weavers’ workshop
Worksheets and a closing quiz
What’s included
Included
- Hotels on quad sharing for students, twin for teachers
- All meals (vegetarian)
- AC coach and licensed guides
- Entry tickets and boat ride
- Tour escort and 24/7 support
- Group travel insurance
Not included
- Train or air fares to Varanasi
- Personal expenses
Tour preparation
Before you go
- Valid passport (6 months+) or government photo ID for Indian citizens.
- Travel insurance covering medical care and cancellation.
- Copies of documents saved on your phone and email.
What to pack
- Light cotton clothes; a warm layer for early mornings, hills and air-conditioned trains.
- Comfortable shoes that slip off easily for temples.
- Scarf or shawl to cover shoulders / head at religious sites.
- Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, personal medicines.
Money
- UPI and cards work in cities; carry some cash (₹) for small shops, tips and villages.
- ATMs are widely available; tell your bank you are travelling.
Health
- Drink sealed bottled or filtered water.
- For Ladakh / high altitude, rest on day one to acclimatise.
Etiquette
- Remove shoes before entering temples and homes.
- Ask before photographing people.
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 student on quad sharing; teachers on twin sharing.
- 1 free teacher place for every 15 paying students.
- The final name list with ID copies is due 21 days before travel.
- A signed parent consent form is required for every student under 18.
- 30% on confirmation, 40% 45 days before travel, balance 15 days before travel.
- Payments from the school or company account by 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 distance12 km
Total drive time30 min
Stops2
Days4
- Day 2 Varanasi → Sarnath 12 km · 30 min
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on road and border conditions.
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