In this program we give a highlight to Buddhist. The Buddhist Circuits are the Places of all High Significance Holy Sites of Buddhism, where Lord Buddha was born, attained Enlightenment, preached first Sermon and reached Nirvana. Lumbini, Bodhgaya, Sarnath and Kushinagar are the primary pilgrimage places of Buddhist Circuits associated with the life and teachings of the Lord Buddha. There are numerous other sites where the Buddha and the saints that followed traveled during his life after his transformation, which are held in deep veneration. Visitors can travel through this Buddhist Circuit today, to savor the splendid beauty and great appeal of Buddhism.
The greatest impetus to Buddha’s teachings came from the Indian King Ashoka who went on a great pilgrimage visiting the important sites that are directly associated with his life, in the Footsteps of Lord Buddha. Primary amongst these holy places are Lumbini in Nepal, and Bodhgaya, Sarnath and Kushinagar in India. There are other places of lesser significance on the Footsteps of Lord Buddha visitor circuit associated closely with Buddha’s life. Amongst these are Buddha’s monsoon retreats of Vaishali, Rajgir and Sravastii in India, and his early home at Tilaurakot in Kapilavastu Nepal.
* Name of Program : Jaipur with Kathmandu and Buddhist Circuit !!
* Places Visit : Kathmandu-Bhairahawa-Lumbini-Balramapur-Kushinagar-Patna-Bodhgaya- Varanasi-Agra-Jaipur-Delhi departure.
* Duration : 16 Night (01 night at Train)
* Best Time : Oct-March.
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu:
Meet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Our representative will give pre-tour briefing. Rest of the day is leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu:
Sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple- the most sacred of the Hindu temples in Nepal dedicated to lord Shiva, built in 1696. Boudha Nath Temple- the worlds largest stupa; a sight of great reneration to the Buddhist., Swayambhunath temple - the oldest Buddhist shrine. Looking east from here, one can see the entire Kathmandu valley spread out below. and lunch break in Kathmandu durbar square. – the temple of the Living Goddess and the old Royal Palace . Finally, visit Kasthamandup – a temple built from a single tree from which the Kathmandu derives its name.And then transfer to Hotel.
Day 3: Kathmandu-Bhairahawa: (By surface 6-7 hrs drive):
Early morning, after breakfast drive to Bhairahawa west of Kathmandu and 21km ahead of Lumbini, , transfer to booked hotel at Bhairahawa. Rest of the day is free
Day 4: Bhairahawa-Lumbini (By surface 1 hrs drive):
In the early morning, drive to Lumbini,the birth place of Lord Buddha, image of Maya Devi, Lord Buddha,old monastery,ponds and pillars are interesting to see. Very recently, several Buddhist countries have built several beautiful shrines in Lumbini. An international committee has also been set up for the development of this sacred historical place. The visit to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, the realm of the Shakya is not only for spiritual enlightenment but also for solace and satisfaction that one normally gets in a calm and peaceful place like it. Rest of the time visit Monasteries, Overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Lumbini :
Full day local visit, East and West zone monasteries or optional meditation. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Lumbini-Balrampur {India (By surface 4-5 hrs drive)}:
A short drive to Sunauli border, Arrival Sunauli, Pick up from Sanauli Border and transfer to Balrampur enroute sightseeing of Saravasti - The city believed to be founded by the mythological king Sravast, has age-old stupas, majestic monasteries and several temples. Buddha is said to have performed some miracles here. This holy place also has the famous Anand Bodhi tree, an offspring of the one, said to have been planted by Buddha's main disciple Anand. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Balrampur-Kushinagar (By road 5-6 hrs drive):
Morning drive to Kushinagar. Arrive Kushinagar and check – in at hotel. Later visit the Rambhar Stupa, which marks Buddha's cremation ground. Also visit the Mahaparinirvana temple, which houses the recumbent figure of Lord Buddha. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Kushinagar -Patna (By road 6 hrs.):
Morning drive to Patna , Arrive Patna and check – in at hotel. Afternoon city tour visiting Har Mandir Sahib, also known as Patna Sahib, consecrates the place where the 10th Guru of the Sikhs Guru Gobind Singh was born in 1776; Golghar – is a large dome-like structure from where one can have a fine view of the Ganga and the surroundings of the city; Patna Museum – has a rich collection of Mauryan and Buddhist sculptures, terracotta and other interesting items
Day 9: Patna- Bodhgaya (By road 4-5 hrs drive):
Morning drive to Bodhgaya. Arrive Bodhgaya and check – in at hotel. Bodhgaya – most sacred place for Buddhists as it has a Peepul tree (Bodhi tree) under which Gautama the Buddha attained enlightenment some 2500 years back to hotel for overnight.
Day 10 In Bodhgaya:
Morning sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya visiting Mahabodhi Temple – depicting the various phases of Buddha's journey towards enlightenment, showing different aspects of his life; Bodhgaya Archaeological Museum – houses a small collection of Buddhist sculpture from the 1st century B.C, to the 11th century A.D; Jagannath Temple close by has a four armed statue of Shiva in black stone, Overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Bodhgaya- Varanasi (By road 06 hrs.drive):
Morning transfer to Varanasi , Arrive Varanasi and transfer to hotel visiting Sarnath en route, an important Buddhist pilgrimage point
Day 12: Varanasi- Agra (Overnight Train):
Enjoy a boat ride on river Ganges . There are about hundred ghats in the city Also visit The Vishwanath Temple, built by the Birlas, was planned by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. The Bharat Mata Temple houses, instead of gods and goddesses, a huge relief map in marble of the whole of Indian subcontinent. The Tulsi Manas Temple , built in 1964, is dedicated to Lord Rama. Evening transfer to Railway station to connect your train to the city of Taj – Agra . Overnight Train
Day 13: Agra :
Arrive Agra in the morning , met on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon proceed for the city sightseeing tour visiting The Taj Mahal, which is entirely made of white marble and its walls are decorated with exquisite pietra dura (stone inlay) work and later visit the Red Fort- a hilltop citadel with fabulous courtyards, fountains and gates. Rest of the time free, overnight at hotel.
Day 14: Agra - Jaipur (By road 5-6 hrs drive):
Morning drive to Jaipur en route visiting the deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri . Arrive Jaipur and check – in at hotel. Jaipur has been like that since 1727 when Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II had it built. Rest of the time visit Pink City. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15: Jaipur:
Morning excursion to Amber Fort, situated just outside the city, is perhaps the most beautiful example of Rajasthani forts. You can have the unique experience of traveling on elephant back to and from the top of the hill on which the fort is situated. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Jaipur including, City Palace in the heart of Jaipur is known for its blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. Not far away is the Central Museum with its large collection of woodwork, Another monument near the City Palace , Jantar Mantar, is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen. Rest of the time leisure for individual activites. overnight at hotel.
Day 16: Jaipur- Delhi (By road 4-5 hrs drive):
Morning drive to Delhi , Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel for overngiht.
Day 17: Delhi :
Full day combined Old & New Delhi sightseeing, visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Rajghat, Chadani Chowk, Swaminarayan Akshardham Temlethe, Government Buildings, Humayun's Tomb, Qutab Minar, & Lotus Temple. After dinner departuer to Internatin destination.
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