Travelpack

Highlights: Delhi - Varanasi - Sarnath - BodhGaya - Rajgir - Vaishali - Kushinagar - Lumbini - Sravasti

Hotels Featured:
➤The Grand Orion 3*
➤Hotel Costa River 3*
➤Hotel Sujata 3*
➤Gargee Gautam Vihar Resort 3*
➤The Vaishali Residency
➤The Royal Residency
➤NANSC Hotel 4*
➤Lotus Nikko Hotel 4*

Itinerary:
Tue 14 Jan 25: Delhi
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Delhi Indira Gandhi Airport, India

Wed 15 Jan 25: Arrive in Delhi
➤Stay at The Grand Orion for 1 Night
➤Arrive at Delhi Airport. Welcome to India!!!
Meet and Greet at the Airport and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Hotel check in timeis at 1400 Hrs. Delhi is the capital city of India and is regarded as the heart of the nation. The city is popular for its enriched culture and heritage. The city hosts some famous historical monuments and is developing with the passing of time. The influence of religious diversity can be seen in the city along with the cultural impact of the Mughals, the ancient Indians, and the British. There are many beautiful gardens in the city that provide opportunities to walk leisurely in the midst of greenery. The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Overnight at the Hotel.

Thu 16 Jan 25: Delhi Varanasi (Train: Vande Bharat 0600/1400 Hrs.)
➤Stay at Hotel Costa River for 2 Nights
➤After an early Tea/Coffee at your Hotel, transfer to Delhi Railway station to board the train for Varanasi. Arrive at Varanasi Railway station and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Varanasi is called as Kashi or Banaras. It is situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges river and holds immense religious and cultural significance. An ancient sacred place for Hindus and is also known as the spiritual capital of India. Evening enjoy the Sunset Boat Ride and attend the mesmerizing Ganga Aarticeremony at the Ghat of river. Witness the elaborate rituals performed by priests as they offer prayers to the sacred river. You can float your
own oil lamps while you witness the Aarti ceremony at sunset. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance and enjoy the great view of hundreds of lamps as it is floating on the holy river. Overnight at the Hotel.

Fri 17 Jan 25: Varanasi
➤After breakfast at the Hotel, proceed for the city tour of Varanasi. Explore the narrow lanes and ancient ghats of Varanasi on foot. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, sounds, and smells of the bustling city. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Experience the spiritual energy of the temple and offer your prayers. Later visit the Sarnath a UNESCO World Heritage site, which holds a significant place in Buddhism. Later visited Deer Park near this park Buddha preached his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. visit, return back to your Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Sat 18 Jan 25: Varanasi Bodh Gaya (Train: Vande Bharat 1605/1845 Hrs.)
➤Stay at Hotel Sujata for 2 Nights
Breakfast at the Hotel. Check out from your hotel at leisure by 12 Noon and transfer to Varanasi railway station to board the train for BodhGaya. Arrive at BodhGaya railway station and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight at the Hotel.

Sun 19 Jan 25: Bodh Gaya
➤After breakfast at your Hotel, proceed to visit the Mahabodhi Temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the holiest Buddhist site in Bodhgaya. Immerse yourself in meditation under the Bodhi Tree, symbolizing the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment. Later visit the Great Buddha Statue, an impressive structure representing the seated Buddha in a state of deep meditation. Contemplate the serenity and wisdom embodied by the statue. Engage in meditation and teachings offered by the various Buddhist monasteries inBodhGaya and deepen your understanding of Buddhist philosophy and practice. Walk around BodhGaya town and immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance. Overnight at the Hotel.

Mon 20 Jan 25: Bodh Gaya Rajgir (Drive: 90 Kms 2 Hrs. Approx.)
➤Stay at Gargee Gautam Vihar Resort for 1 Night
After breakfast at your Hotel, check out and proceed to visit Rajgir, a nearby town with historical and spiritual significance. Gridhakuta Hill (Vulture's Peak) to witness breathtaking views and explore the ancient monuments of Rajgir. Spend time absorbing the sacred atmosphere and reflecting on the teachings of Lord Buddha. Saptaparni Cave, where the first Buddhist Council was held. Explore the caves and learn about their significance in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Post-visit check-in to your Hotel. Later proceed to visit the impressive ruins of Nalanda Worlds First University. The vast compounds,
dormitories, temples, and meditation halls catch your eyes surprisingly and tell the glorious history of Nalanda. Imagine the thriving centre of learning and visit the Nalanda Archaeological site, where salvaged items from the ruins are preserved. Relics and artifacts excavated from this ancient centre of Buddhist education. Overnight in the Hotel.

Tue 21 Jan 25: Rajgir Vaishali (Drive: 150 Kms 3 Hrs. Approx.)
➤Stay at The Vaishali Residency for 1 Night
➤Breakfast at Hotel. Later drive to Vaishali and upon arrival check in to your Hotel. Visit the Kutagarasala Vihara, where Buddha most frequently stays while visiting Vaishali. Later visit the Vishwa Shanti Stupa World Peace Pagoda. This stupa, built by the Nipponzan-Myohoji secretory of Japan, is a symbol of world peace. It offers a serene ambiance and panoramic views of the surroundings. Later visit the Ashoka Pillar and it attracts historians, archaeologists, and tourists interested in ancient Indian history and Buddhist heritage. Overnight in the Hotel.

Wed 22 Jan 25: Vaishali Kushinagar (Drive: 250 Kms 5/6 Hrs. Approx.)
➤Stay at The Royal Residency for 1 Night
➤Breakfast at Hotel. Later drive to Kushinagar and upon arrival check in to your Hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Overnight in the Hotel.

Thu 23 Jan 25: Kushinagar Lumbini (Drive: 150 Kms 3 Hrs. Approx.)
➤Stay at the NANSC Hotel for 2 Nights
➤Breakfast at Hotel. Visit Mahaparinirvana Temple the place where Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, is believed to have attained salvation in Parinirvana. Later visit the Ramabhar Stupa, where Buddha's cremation took place and MathakuarShrine is believed to be the site of Buddha's last sermon. Post-visit drive to Lumbini and upon arrival check in to your hotel Hotel. Overnight in the Hotel.

Fri 24 Jan 25: Lumbini
➤Breakfast at Hotel. Visit the Maya Devi Temple marks the exact spot where Queen Maya Devi is believed to have given birth to Siddhartha Gautama. The temple houses an ancient stone relief depicting the birth of Buddha. Later visit the Ashoka Pillar Maurya empire Ashoka visited Lumbini in the 3rd century and erected a commemorative pillar to mark the birthplace of Buddha. Also, visit the other interesting sites of Lumbini. The rest of the day is free. Overnight in the Hotel.

Sat 25 Jan 25: Lumbini Saravasti (Drive: 250 Kms 5/6 Hrs. Approx.)
➤Stay at Lotus Nikko Hotel for 1 Night
➤After breakfast at the Hotel drive to Saravasti and upon arrival check in to your Hotel. Visit Jetavana monastery which is the most remarkable site in Buddhism. It is believed that Buddha delivered many discourses converted many of his famous disciples, and performed his "Sravasti miracles" "great miracles" and "twin miracles" a subject of numerous historic reliefs, statues, and literature in Buddhism. Later visit other significant sites of Saravasti Anathapindika Stupa and Sahet Mahet. Overnight in the Hotel.

Sun 26 Jan 25: Saravasti Lucknow (Drive: 157 Kms 4 Hrs. Approx.)
Lucknow - Delhi (Train: Swarna Shatabadi 1530/2225 Hrs.)
➤Stay at The Grand Orion for 1 Night
➤Breakfast at Hotel. Later drive to Lucknow Railway station to board the train for Delhi. Arrive at Delhi Railway station and transfer to your Hotel for check-in. Overnight in the Hotel.

Mon 27 Jan 25: Depart Delhi
➤In the Morning, wake up and take some time for personal reflection on your spiritual journey. Journal your thoughts, insights, and feelings, capturing the essence of your experiences and the growth you've undergone. Take one final moment to absorb the spiritual energy of these sacred places before departing. Depending on your flight schedule, make your way to the airport and begin your journey back home, carrying the essence of your spiritual growth and renewed connection with your inner self.

Prices & Departures:
Deposit: £450pp
➤Y67589 London Heathrow from £2175pp
➤Z06414 Dublin from £2175pp
➤Z06423 Manchester from £2299pp
➤Z06428 Edinburgh from £2445pp
➤Z06442 Glasgow from £2499pp
➤Z06436 Birmingham from £2289pp

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