Indo Nepal Buddhist Tour is a unique itinerary traversing the scattered Buddhist heritage from Lumbini, Boudhanath and Swayambhunath in Nepal to Kushinagar, Bodhgaya, Sarnath, Sanchi, Ajanta Caves and Ellora Caves in India. Another remarkable addition to this tour is the adventure to Pokhara Valley, known for many natural attractions and a visit to Taj Mahal, the wonder of architectural world in India. | |
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Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu (D)
Arrive Kathmandu via a scheduled International Flight and in evening continue the sightseeing of the capital of Nepal. Visit the world heritage site, Boudhanath known for the world's largest stupa and the oldest Buddhist shrine of Swayambhunath temple during the beginning of Indo Nepal Tour. Transfer to hotel for overnight.
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Day 02 : Kathmandu - Pokhra (B/L/D)
After breakfast, continue the drive to Pokhra, the second largest valley in Shivalik Mountains. Later continue the sightseeing of Pokhra Phewa Lake, the second-largest lake in Nepal and the most important landmark of this valley. Later visit Bindyabasini Temple, the oldest structure in Pokhara built by Newari traders way back in the 16th century. On arrival, check into Hotel for overnight. |
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Day 03 : Pokhra - Lumbini - Sravasti (B/L/D)
After breakfast, continue the pleasurable sightseeing of witnessing the sunrise in the tucks of Shivaliks. After breakfast, continue schedule transfer to Pokhra airport to board connecting flight for Bhairahawa. Transfer from Bhairahawa airport and proceed for Lumbini, the world heritage site renowned for its intrinsic connection with the birth of Buddha. On arrival, begin the sightseeing of Lumbini through a visit to Maya Devi Temple, dedicated to the mother of Buddha. Pay respects to Pushakarini Pond and other unique ruins of Lumbini. Later drive to Sravasti. Overnight in Sravasti. |
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Day 04 : Sravasti - Kushinagar (B/L/D)
After breakfast, continue sightseeing of Sravasti, known for its Jetavana rain shelters that served as a monastic complex of Buddha for 24 years. Presently, this sacred site is characterized with the presence of Sahet Mahet ruins, Anand Bodhi tree, age-old stupas, majestic monasteries and several temples. Later proceed for Kushinagar. Overnight in Kushinagar. |
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Day 05 : Kushinagar - Vaishali -Patna (B/L/D)
Kushinagar is the place chosen by Lord Buddha for his Mahaparinirvana, or final exit from this earth. Visit the Rambhar Stupa enshrining the cremation ground of Lord Buddha. Drive to Patna. Enroute visit Vaishali, where he announced his Mahaparinirvana. Overnight in Patna. |
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Day 06 : Patna - Rajgir - Nalanda -Bodhgaya (B/L/D)
After breakfast, continue the drive to Rajgir and enroute visit Nalanda, a 5th century ancient Buddhist university. Reach Rajgir, the ancient Magadha kingdom capital denoted with many Buddhist attractions including Griddhakuta where Lord preached his followers, Venuvana Vihara, the monastery built by King Bimbisara for Lord Buddha to reside. Continue your drive and arrive Bodhgaya. Bodhgaya is one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage centres in the Buddhist world. Visit Mahabodhi Temple where one can easily come across the Sacred Bodhi tree where the chosen one attained enlightenment. Also visit Sujata House, Niranjana River during the Bodhgaya city tour. Overnight in Bodhgaya.
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Day 07 : Bodhgaya - Varanasi - Agra (B/L/D)
After early breakfast, proceed for Varanasi. On arrival, continue Sarnath sightseeing, the principle centre of Buddhism. Here around 530 B.C., Buddha preached his first sermon after gaining enlightenment. Proceed for Varanasi city tour including a visit to Bharat Mata Temple, Durga Temple. Also visit the Banaras Hindu University. Proceed through Indo Nepal Buddhist Tour and board a train connecting to Agra. Overnight on board.
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Day 08 : Agra (B/L/D)
Early morning reach Agra and transfer from railway station. Check in hotel and after breakfast, continue the sightseeing of Agra via a visit to Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is a fine example of architecture and is an iconic sight in India. Agra Fort from where one can get the most moving view of the Taj from the little octagonal tower in the Agra Fort, which lies, across the river Yamuna. Overnight in Agra. |
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Day 09 : Agra - Bhopal (B/L/D)
After breakfast, transfer to Agra Cantt. Railway Station to board connecting train for Bhopal. Transfer from Bhopal railway station to hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel. |
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Day 10 : Bhopal - Sanchi - Bhusaval (B/L/D)
After breakfast, continue the sightseeing of Sanchi via a visit to the group of world heritage Buddhist monuments commissioned by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka and monitored by Queen Vidisha, the wife of the Emperor. In time transfer to Railway Station to board the connecting train for Bhusaval. Overnight on board. |
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Day 11 : Bhusaval - Aurangabad (B/L/D)
Transfer from Bhusaval railway station to Hotel. Begin excursion to Ajanta caves, one of the few historical and architectural marvels of India. Later continue sight seeing tour of Ellora, one of the highly visited World heritage sites of India. The temples of Ellora are dedicated to Brahmanism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Overnight in Aurangabad. |
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Day 12 : Aurangabad - Mumbai Depart (B/L/D)
After breakfast, transfer to railway station to board connecting train for Mumbai. Continue Mumbai city tour via visiting Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India, Dhobhi Ghat and Marine Drive. Later, in schedule transfer to International Airport to connect flight for onward journey. |
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