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Enlightenment Trail: Delhi, Prayagraj, Varanasi & Bodhgaya

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Duration

7 Nights / 8 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

Embark on the ‘Enlightenment Trail: Delhi, Prayagraj, Varanasi & Bodhgaya,’ a transformative pilgrimage through the heart of India’s spiritual heritage. Explore the historic sites of Delhi, experience the divine confluence at Prayagraj, immerse in the sacred rituals of Varanasi, and find solace in Bodhgaya where Buddha attained enlightenment. This journey unveils the profound wisdom and enlightenment that have shaped the spiritual tapestry of Eastern India.

Highlights

  • Explore the historical treasures of Delhi, including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and Qutub Minar.
  • Visit the sacred Sangam in Prayagraj and explore the ancestral home of Jawaharlal Nehru at Anand Bhawan Museum.
  • Witness the enchanting Holy Ganga Aarti on the banks of the Ganges in Varanasi.
  • Experience the spiritual energy of Varanasi with an early morning boat ride and visit to significant landmarks.
  • Discover the UNESCO-listed Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya and the revered Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar.

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
#Discount groupFrom adultTo adultValue
1Discount on 2-person group22 41.8%
2Discount on 3-person group33 44.5%
3Discount on 4-person group44 53.3%
4Discount on 5-person groupQ55 52.6%
5Discount on 6-person group66 57.6%
6Discount on 7-person group77 56.5%
7Discount on 8-person group88 61.0%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Upon your arrival at Delhi airport, our team will provide assistance and transfer you to your hotel (hotel check-in/out time is 12 pm). After settling in, embark on a captivating tour of both Old and New Delhi. Explore the grandeur of the Red Fort, visit the historic Jama Masjid, and wander through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk. Pay homage at Raj Ghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, and marvel at the architectural beauty of Humayun's Tomb. Continue your journey to the towering Qutub Minar and find serenity at the Lotus Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi - Prayagraj (Allahabad) (flight)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and then proceed to the airport to catch your flight to Prayagraj. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Later, visit the Anand Bhawan Museum, the ancestral home of Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister and a prominent freedom fighter. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Prayagraj - Varanasi (120kms)

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the sacred Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers. Explore the historic Allahabad Fort near the confluence. Later, drive to Varanasi and check in at your hotel. In the evening, witness the enchanting Holy Ganga Aarti, a magical ritual held on the banks of the sacred Ganges at sunset. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Varanasi

Begin your day with an early morning boat ride on the Ganges, where you can experience the spiritual energy of Varanasi and explore the Ghats. Later, visit Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, and the Sarnath Temple complex, home to the Great Dhamekh Stupa. If time permits, explore the Ram Nagar Fort and Museum. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Varanasi - Bodhgaya (250kms)

After breakfast, drive to Bodhgaya and check in at your hotel. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with the Bodhi Tree, Vajrasana, and the Tibetan Monastery. Explore the Burmese Temple, Chinese Temple and Monastery, Buddhist Monastery of Bhutan, Thai Temple and Monastery, and more. Enjoy an excursion to Gaya to visit the 18th-century Vishnupad Temple and Mangla Gauri Temple. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Bodhgaya - Deoghar (235kms)

After breakfast, drive to Deoghar and check in at your hotel. Visit Baba Baidyanath Dham, a revered jyotirlinga temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, and also a shaktipeeth (devotional shrine). Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7: Deoghar - Patna (265kms)/ flight to Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Patna, making stops along the way to explore the Vishwa Shanti Stupa, an exquisite marble monument atop a 400m high hill in Rajgir. Visit Nalanda, a center of knowledge and learning established in the 5th century. Arrive in Patna and check in at your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8: Delhi - Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, as per your flight schedule, we will provide a departure transfer to the airport, marking the end of your spiritual and historical journey through Eastern India.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 7 Night's accommodation in 5-star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plane.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Delhi - Prayagraj & Patna - Delhi flight fare approx INR 11,500 per person in economy class.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Hotels used or similar for 7 nights accommodation

5 Star Hotels
Delhi x 2 nights: Le Meridien/ The Grand New Delhi
Prayagraj x 1 night: WelcomHeritage Badi Kothi/ Hotel Kanha Shyam
Varanasi x 2 nights: Ramada JHV/ Radisson Hotel
Bodhgaya x 1 night: Marasa Sarovar Premiere/ The Royal Residency
Deoghar x 1 night: Hotel Imperial Heights/ GenX Rameshwaram By 1589/ Amrapali Clarks Inn

 

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