--- title: Holy Buddhist Tour in India url: https://creativeadventurenepal.com/tour/buddhist-tour-in-india updated: 2026-10-16T06:10:22.773Z --- # Holy Buddhist Tour in India - Type: Tour - Region: India, India - Duration: 11 days / 10 nights - Price: From USD 1,060 per person · 1 people: USD 1,270 per person · 2–3 people: USD 1,190 per person · 4–9 people: USD 1,110 per person · 10–50 people: USD 1,060 per person - Difficulty: Moderate - Best months: October, November, December, January, February, March - Starts: Delhi · Ends: Delhi - Accommodation: Hotel - Meals: Breakfast included - Dates: private trip on your own dates — ask for group departures - Book online: https://creativeadventurenepal.com/book/buddhist-tour-in-india Holy Buddhist Tour in India The Buddhist tour in India takes visitors on a thorough journey to locations with significant Buddhist importance, commencing in Delhi, the nation's capital. Also, we will visit Delhi's spectacular Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, Humanyun Tomb, Qutab Minar, India Gate, Birla Mandir, and Bahai Temple. Following the time spent sightseeing, you will depart for Patna, where they will take a trip to Vaishali. The location of Lord Buddha's final discourse and announcement of his enlightenment is Vaishali. Then, we'll go to Nalanda, the site of many of Lord Buddha's alleged discourses. Numerous monasteries and temples with stunning Buddhist and Hindu statues may be seen here. We'll also go to Bodhgaya, the location of Lord Buddha's purported Nirvana. The Satabodhi Temple, Japanese and Tibetan monasteries, and the Magadha University Museum will all be visited after that. There will be a trip to Sarnath, the main Buddhist center, where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after being enlightened. Next, we will visit Kushinagar, the site of the Buddha's enlightenment. Later on, we stop to the Ramabha stupa, the place where they burned Lord Buddha's body. Also, we will go to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, at the end of the journey. A historic shrine still contains a picture of the Buddha's birth. Buddha's father was Suddhodana, king of the Sakhyas. Buddha's mother was named Maya. Buddha was born in B.C. 560 and died at the age of eighty in B.C. 480. The place of his birth was a grove known as Lumbini, near the city of Kapilavastu, at the foot of Mount Palpa in the Himalayan ranges within Nepal. This small city Kapilavastu stood on the bank of the little river Rohini, some hundred miles northeast of the city of Varanasi. As the time drew nigh for Buddha to enter the world, the gods themselves prepared the way before him with celestial portents and signs. Flowers bloomed, gentle rains fell, although out of season; heavenly music was heard, and delicious scents filled the air. The body of the child bore at birth the thirty-two auspicious marks (Mahavyanjana), which indicated his future greatness, besides secondary marks (Anuvyanjana) in large numbers. Maya died seven days after her son's birth. The child was brought up by Maya's sister Mahaprajapati, who became his foster mother. ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Arrival on Delhi Our representative will pick you up from Delhi airport and transfer you to the hotel. You can rest the day and eat some delicious street foods in Delhi or go for some street shopping. ### Day 2: Delhi Tour After breakfast, we will see the beautiful Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Asia's biggest mosque, both built by Shahjahan, and Rajghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, the "Father of the Nation." Afternoon trip to New Delhi, including the Humanyun Tomb, the Qutab Minar, India Gate, the Birla Mandir, and the Bahai Temple. Overnight in Delhi. ### Day 3: Depart for Patna We'll head to the airport for an early morning trip to Patna, a 2500-year-old historic city. Transfer to the hotel upon arrival in Patna. Afternoon tour to Vaishali, where Lord Buddha gave his final discourse, proclaiming his impending enlightenment. Visit stupas with urns containing Buddha's ashes and the Ashok pillar built by Emperor Ashoka to commemorate areas blessed by Buddha. The area is popular for its famous Madhubani paintings. Overnight at Patna hotel. ### Day 4: Drive down to Rajgir (102 kms / 2 hrs & 30 mins) Rajgir was the capital of the Magadha kingdom in the sixth century. It was a respected location for Buddha's lectures. Buddha spent a long time here. Gridhrakula, Sapataparni cave, Ajatsatru fort, and Venuvana are all worth seeing. In the afternoon, go to Nalanda, the world's oldest university, founded in the fifth century. Visit monasteries and temples with beautiful Buddhist and Hindu images. For those interested in Buddhism and Pali literature, the Institute for Research into Buddhism and Pali Literature, which holds rare manuscripts, is well worth a visit. The Archaeological Museum is also worth seeing for its rare collections. Overnight at hotel. ### Day 5: Depart for Bodhgaya (193 kms / 4 hrs & 30 mins) Early in the morning, after breakfast, we will drive to Bodhgaya. Visit the Baraliar caves on the way, which are the earliest examples of rock-cut caverns. The carving and rock inscription are of the highest quality. These caverns inspired the location of E.M Forester's "A Passage to India." Arrive at Bodhgaya and spend the night in a hotel. ### Day 6: Bodhgaya Sightseeing Bodhgaya is regarded as one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage sites. Under the "Bodhi" tree, Gautama attained enlightenment and became Buddha. Visit the Satabodhi temple, Japanese and Tibetan monasteries, and the Magadha University Museum. Overnight stay at a hotel. ### Day 7: Depart for Varanasi After breakfast, leave by road towards Varanasi (243 km / 6 hours) (if one so desires, one can go by train to Varanasi for Gaya). Arrive in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon tour to ghats and temples, as well as Benaras Hindu University. Overnight at hotel. ### Day 8: Varanasi Tour Early morning boat ride on the river Ganges to see the beautiful sunrise at the Ganges. After breakfast excursion to Sarnath, the principal center of Buddhism. It was here around 530 B.C that Buddha preached his 1st sermon after gaining enlightenment. Also visit Dhamekh and Dharmarajika stupas. ### Day 9: Drive to Kushinagar Kushinagar is the place where Buddha passed into Parinirvana. Visit Ramabha stupa, which stands on the spot where the body of the Lord was cremated. Also, visit Natha Kumarka Kot enshrining the large recumbent figure of Buddha in the state of Nirvana. Overnight at hotel. ### Day 10: Visit Lumbini Morning excursion to Lumbini, the place where Buddha was born. An ancient shrine with an image representing the nativity of Buddha is still preserved. Afternoon drives to Balrampur and visits Sravasti and other Buddhist shrines en route. Overnight at hotel. ### Day 11: Drive to Lucknow to catch a flight to Delhi Drive to Lucknow to catch flight to Delhi. On arrival, transfer to international airport for flight to onward destination. ## Cost includes - Airport transfers by private vehicle - Hotel accommodation as listed, with breakfast - English-speaking guide - Sightseeing and entrance fees as listed in the itinerary - All transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle ## Cost excludes - International flights and visa fees - Travel and rescue insurance - Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry and phone calls - Tips for guides, drivers and staff - Meals not mentioned in the program - Any costs caused by weather, strikes or other events beyond our control ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need previous trekking experience? Not for most treks. Good general fitness is enough for routes like Ghorepani Poon Hill or Annapurna Base Camp. Each trip page shows its difficulty and maximum altitude; our team will tell you honestly which trips suit you. ### Which permits do I need, and do you arrange them? Most treks need a national park or conservation area permit, and some regions need a restricted area permit. We arrange the permits listed in each trip’s “Cost includes”. ### What is the best time to trek in Nepal? Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) have the clearest mountain views. Each trip page lists its best months. ### Is travel insurance required? Yes. Your insurance must cover trekking at the trip’s maximum altitude, including helicopter evacuation. ### Can I change the itinerary or book a private trip? Yes. Every trip can be run privately or adjusted to your dates, pace and budget — ask for a quote.