Footsteps of Buddha
Itinerary: Delhi • Shravasti • Lumbini • Kushinagar • Patna • Bodhgaya • Varanasi • Delhi
Duration: 11 Days
Operational Period: October to April
Style: Sacred Buddhist Trail – A Soulful Journey Through Enlightenment
This sacred journey traces the footsteps of the Buddha across India and Nepal — from the land of his birth to enlightenment, first teachings, and Mahaparinirvana — interwoven with ancient republics, monastic ruins, and living spiritual traditions along the Ganges plains.
Day 1 – Arrive Delhi
• Private transfer to hotel.
• Leisure and relax after international journey.
Stay: Pride Plaza Aerocity / Similar (4*)
Day 2 – Delhi to Lucknow ➜ Shravasti
• Transfer to airport for flight to Lucknow.
• Arrival in Lucknow & drive to Shravasti (approx. 4 hrs drive)
• Visit Jetavana Monastery.
• Explore Ananda Bodhi Tree.
• Meditation amidst monastic ruins where Buddha spent 24 monsoon retreats.
Stay: Hotel Platinum / Hotel Pawan Residency / similar
Day 3 – Shravasti to Lumbini (Birthplace of the Buddha)
• Morning drive to Lumbini (crossing Indo–Nepal border) (approx. 4.5 hrs drive).
• Visit Maya Devi Temple.
• Explore Sacred Garden & Ashokan Pillar.
• Walk through international monastic zones.
• Quiet reflection at the birthplace marker stone.
Stay: Hotel Nirwana / Hotel Dreamland / similar
Day 4 – Lumbini to Kushinagar (Mahaparinirvana Site)
• Morning drive to Kushinagar (approx. 3.5 hrs drive).
• Visit Mahaparinirvana Temple.
• Explore Ramabhar Stupa.
• Evening meditation at the reclining Buddha shrine.
Stay: Hotel Royal Residency / Hotel Imperial / similar
Day 5 – Kushinagar to Patna enroute Vaishali
• Morning drive toward Patna via Vaishali (approx. 4.5 hrs drive).
• Visit Ashoka Pillar Vaishali.
• Explore ancient stupa ruins associated with Buddha’s final teachings.
• Continue onward to Patna.
Stay: Hotel Patliputra continental / similar
Day 6 – Patna to Bodhgaya enroute Rajgir
• Morning departure for Bodhgaya via Rajgir (approx. 3 hrs drive).
• Visit Griddhakuta Hill (Vulture’s Peak)
• Explore ancient monastery ruins.
• Continue to Bodhgaya.
Stay: Hotel Oaks Bodhgaya / Hotel Imperial / similar
Day 7 – Bodhgaya (Enlightenment & Reflection)
• Visit Mahabodhi Temple.
• Meditation under the Bodhi Tree.
• Visit Great Buddha Statue.
• Explore international monasteries.
Stay: Hotel Oaks Bodhgaya / Hotel Imperial / similar
Day 8 – Bodhgaya to Varanasi
• Morning drive to Varanasi (approx. 5 hrs drive).
• Witness the sacred Ganga Aarti on the ghats.
• Optional private boat experience.
Stay: Hotel Rivatas by Ideal / Hotel Amaya / similar
Day 9 – Varanasi – Sarnath Excursion
• Morning excursion to Sarnath.
• Visit Dhamek Stupa.
• Visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihara.
• Archaeological site museum.
Stay: Hotel Rivatas by Ideal / Hotel Amaya / similar
Day 10 – Varanasi to Delhi
• Transfer to airport for flight to Delhi.
• Arrival & transfer to hotel.
• Evening at leisure.
Stay: Pride Plaza Aerocity / Similar (4*)
Day 11 – Depart Delhi
• Private transfer to international airport.
This concludes a journey along the sacred footsteps of the Buddha, leaving you with lasting peace, insight, and spiritual fulfillment.
Seamless Travel Privileges :
• Private air-conditioned vehicle with dedicated chauffeur throughout
• Delhi–Lucknow & Varanasi–Delhi domestic flights
• Border assistance at Indo–Nepal crossing
• Private Local guides at major sites
• Monument & monastery entrance fees as mentioned
• Concierge coordination throughout the journey
• All applicable taxes & handling charges
Signature Experiences Along the Journey :
This contemplative pilgrimage connects : Birth (Lumbini), Enlightenment (Bodhgaya), First Sermon (Sarnath), Monsoon Retreats (Shravasti), and Mahaparinirvana (Kushinagar) — offering a complete spiritual arc of the Buddha’s life.
Optional curated enhancements may include meditation sessions, monk interactions, and Buddhist philosophy discussions.
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