Overview
Embark on an 13-day spiritual journey through the heart of India’s most revered Buddhist sites, beginning in the vibrant capital of Delhi. Travel to Bodhgaya to meditate under the sacred Bodhi Tree and explore its numerous monasteries. Discover the ancient ruins of Nalanda University and the serene landscapes of Rajgir. Continue to Varanasi for a boat ride on the Ganges and visits to significant temples. Journey to Kushinagar, the site of Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana, and then to Lumbini, his birthplace. Explore the historical remnants of Sravasti and experience the cultural richness of Lucknow. Visit the ancient site of Sankassa en route to Agra, home of the iconic Taj Mahal. Conclude your pilgrimage with a visit to Fatehpur Sikri and the Pink City of Jaipur, enriched with profound spiritual insights and cultural experiences.
Trip Highlights
- Welcome experience in Delhi, India’s bustling capital city
- Flight to Bodhgaya – sacred meditation at Mahabodhi Temple & Bodhi Tree
- Visit international monasteries (Sri Lankan, Thai, Burmese, Tibetan, Chinese, Japanese Nippon)
- Excursion to Nalanda University ruins and Rajgir’s Venu Vana & Japanese Peace Pagoda
- Spiritual exploration at Sujata Village – site of Buddha’s enlightenment path
- Scenic drive to Varanasi – evening at Sarnath, Dhammek Stupa & Sri Lankan Temple
- Sunrise boat ride on the Ganges with temple visits in Varanasi
- Pilgrimage to Kushinagar – Mahaparinirvana Temple & Ramabhar Stupa
- Cross into Nepal – birthplace of Lord Buddha at Lumbini with Lumbini Gardens
- Kapilvastu en route to Sravasti – visit Jetavana Monastery, Angulimala Stupa, and Anand Bodhi Tree
- Sacred stop at Sankassa – Buddha’s descent site – en route to Agra
- Admire the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri on the way to Jaipur
- Jaipur sightseeing – Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal
- Final Delhi sightseeing – India Gate, Qutub Minar, Rashtrapati Bhawan drive past & markets
