Varanasi and Bodh Gaya Pilgramge Tour
Package Overview
Experience the spiritual depth of Varanasi (Kashi) — the oldest living city in the world — and the sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site of Bodh Gaya, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. This journey offers temple visits, spiritual ceremonies, meditation places, and the timeless culture of India's spiritual heartland.
- Group Size: 4 — 6 People
- Room Type: Twin Sharing
- Meals: Pure Vegetarian Meals Included
- Travel: Train from Delhi to Varanasi or Air Travel (Personal)
- Private cab for all sightseeing and travel
- Guided Tour: Fully Guided Spiritual Journey
Day Wise Itinerary
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DAY01
Arrival in Varanasi - Ganga boat ride Evening Aarti
Arrive in Varanasi (Kashi), check into your hand-picked stay. After settling in, board a private boat on the sacred Ganges for a sunrise or evening glide past the ancient ghats. Culminate the day at Dashashwamedh Ghat for the mesmerising Ganga Aarti — a ceremony of fire, devotion, and sound that has continued unbroken for centuries.
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DAY02
Temple Immersion - Kashi Vishwanath, Kaal Bhairav & the Sacred Ghats
Begin with darshan at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Continue to Kaal Bhairav Temple — the guardian deity of Kashi — followed by a guided walk through Manikarnika Ghat, the eternal cremation ground, and reflective time at Swami Tulsidas Ghat.
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DAY03
Hidden Temples & Spiritual Ashrams of Varanasi.
Explore the quieter sacred spaces that most tourists miss — Telang Swami Ashram, Gauri Kedareswar Temple, Lahiri Mahasaya's Ashram, and local Hanuman and Ganesh mandirs woven into the lanes of the old city. This day is designed for depth over distance.
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DAY04
Sarnath Day Trip: Where Buddha First Taught"
Drive 13 km to Sarnath, where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Visit Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandhakuti Vihara, and the archaeological museum. Return to Varanasi for a guided walk through spiritual markets — pick up handwoven Banarasi silk, rudraksha malas, and sacred souvenirs.
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DAY05
Varanasi to Bodh Gaya — Journey to the Place of Enlightenment"
Depart by private cab (approx. 3.5 hours) to Bodh Gaya — the holiest site in Buddhism, where Siddhartha Gautama became the Buddha. Check in and spend the evening in quiet reflection at the Mahabodhi Temple complex as the evening prayers begin.
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DAY06
Bodh Gaya — Mahabodhi Temple & the Bodhi Tree
Full day in Bodh Gaya. Begin with morning meditation under the Bodhi Tree — the direct descendant of the tree under which the Buddha sat. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site), explore the prayer halls of various Buddhist nations, and attend the evening aarti.
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DAY07
Departure — Carrying the Stillness Home
Morning at leisure — one final meditation or stroll before check-out. Transfer to Bodh Gaya / Gaya station or airport for your onward journey. Our companion sees you off with a blessing for the road ahead
Tour Highlights
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Varanasi
- Darshan at the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple (conditions apply)
- Visit Kaal Bhairav Temple, the guardian deity of Kashi
- Telang Swami Ashram, Hanuman Mandir and Ganesh Temple
- Gauri Kedareswar Temple
- Swami Tulsidas Ghat
- Lahiri Mahasaya's Ashram
- Ghats of ultimate truth : Manikarnika (Burning Ghat) Sarnath
- Day trip to Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon Bodh Gaya
- Visit Bodh Gaya — Mahabodhi Temple, the enlightenment place of Buddha
- Early morning Boat ride on the Ganges River
- Explore local markets and spiritual shopping
Tour Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation at a handpicked stay in Varanasi on a twin sharing basis
- 2 nights accommodation at a handpicked stay in Bodh Gaya on a twin sharing basis
- All meals included — pure vegetarian, locally sourced, hygienic
- Private cab for all intercity travel and daily sightseeing
- Early morning Ganga boat ride experience
- All temple and monument entry fees as per itinerary
- Fully guided spiritual journey with dedicated companion throughout
- Pre-arrival checklist and destination guidance
- Group Size: 4 — 6 People
Tour Exclusions
- Train / flight from your city to Varanasi (personal)
- Return travel from Bodh Gaya / Gaya to your destination (personal)
- Personal expenses including laundry, telephone, tips, and souvenirs
- Camera / entry fees at monuments not listed in the itinerary
- Any activity not mentioned in inclusions
Pricing is shared upon enquiry and varies by travel dates, group size, and customisation.