6 Days Varanasi - Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna Tour

Arrival: On arrival at Varanasi airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.

Northern Bazaar Walk: By late afternoon (04:00 PM), set out for the Northern Bazaar Walk, a fascinating introduction to the city’s soul. Wander through Kachori Gali (famed food street), Thatheri Bazaar, the perfume and flower markets, and witness life unfolding at Manikarnika Ghat (cremation ground).

Evening Aarti: In the evening, enjoy a reserved balcony view at Dashashwamedh Ghat for the grand Ganga Aarti—a magical spectacle of fire, chants, and devotion. Return to your hotel around 08:30 PM for dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Varanasi.

Activities : Sightseeing

Sunrise Boat Ride: Begin early (05:00 AM) with a private sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, floating from Dashashwamedh to Manikarnika Ghat as the city awakens with prayers and rituals.

Temple Visits: Post-ride, visit sacred landmarks including the Birla Temple at BHU, Tulsi Manas Temple, and Mother India Temple. Return to the hotel for breakfast and some rest.

Sarnath Excursion: In the afternoon, proceed to Sarnath, the site where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon. Explore the Dhamek Stupa, monastery ruins, Buddha Temple, Archaeological Museum, and the tranquil Deer Park. Return to Varanasi for an overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Varanasi.

Activities : Boating , Sightseeing

Morning Leisure: Spend your morning at leisure. Guests may opt for an optional Death & Rebirth Walk or visit the historic Ramnagar Fort.

Drive to Bodhgaya: By afternoon, depart for Bodhgaya (approx. 250 km / 5 hrs). Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax overnight.

Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya.

Activities : Sightseeing

Mahabodhi Temple: Begin at the Mahabodhi Temple & Bodhi Tree, where Buddha attained enlightenment. Visit the Vajrasana (Diamond Throne) and Animesh Lochana Chaitya.

Great Buddha Statue & Monasteries: See the towering Great Buddha Statue and explore international monasteries such as the Thai Monastery, Japanese Temple, and Tibetan Monastery.

Afternoon Visits: Visit Sujata Village and the Dungeshwari Cave Temples (Mahakala Caves), where Buddha meditated before enlightenment.

Overnight Stay: Bodhgaya.

Activities : Sightseeing

Rajgir: After breakfast, drive towards Patna with sightseeing en route. At Rajgir, explore the ancient Cyclopean Wall, serene Venu Vana Park, and sites associated with Buddha’s teachings.

Nalanda: Continue to Nalanda, once home to the world’s first great residential university. The sprawling ruins reflect the grandeur of India’s scholarly and spiritual past.

Evening Arrival: Later, proceed to Patna and check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Patna.

Activities : Sightseeing

Morning Tour: Begin with a visit to Golghar, an 18th-century granary offering panoramic views. Continue to the Patna Museum, Bihar Museum, and historic Gandhi Maidan.

Spiritual Visit: Later, experience calm at Takht Sri Patna Sahib Gurudwara, the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

Evening: Conclude with a peaceful walk and evening aarti at Gandhi Ghat on the Ganges.

Departure: Afterward, transfer to the airport or railway station for departure with unforgettable memories of India’s spiritual and cultural heritage.

Activities : Sightseeing