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4 Nights / 5 Days

5-Day Spiritual Journey from Varanasi to Gaya

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Yattri

Quick Itinerary: Varanasi(3N) → Bodhgaya(1N)

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Offers

Budget Offer

$321

$193
per person

Varanasi

3 nights • Hotel SV Grand / Hotel Vikram Palace (3) with Breakfast Included

Bodhgaya

1 nights • Hotel Bodh Vilas (3) with Breakfast Included

Standard Offer

$438

$263
per person

Varanasi

3 nights • Hotel SV Grand / Hotel Vikram Palace (4) with Breakfast Included

Bodhgaya

1 nights • Anand International / Bodhgaya Regency (4) with Breakfast Included

Luxury Offer

$634

$380
per person

Varanasi

3 nights • Hotel Madin / Radisson (5) with Breakfast Included

Bodhgaya

1 nights • Hotel Oaks / Hotel Marasa Sarovar Premiere (5) with Breakfast Included

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Varanasi Arrival - Temples Tour and Ganga Aarti
  • Arrival in Varanasi: Welcome to one of India's oldest and most sacred cities. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, take some time to freshen up and relax.
  • Temples Tour: Start your exploration with visits to the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple, major pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishalakshi Temple & Annapurna Temple,  These temples are renowned for their spiritual significance and architectural beauty.
  • Ganga Aarti: In the evening, head to the ghats of the Ganges River to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat. This grand ritual, performed with a blend of chants, fire, and music, offers a captivating experience of Varanasi's spiritual vibrancy.
  • Varanasi Sightseeing: Visit any remaining sites in Varanasi or explore local attractions as time allows.
  • Travel to Allahabad: Proceed to Allahabad (now Prayagraj), known for its spiritual significance.
  • Allahabad Sightseeing: Visit the Triveni Sangam, Alopi Devi Shaktipeeth temple, Akshay Vat Temple, Allahabad Fort, and Anand Bhavan.
  • Travel to Varanasi: Head to Varanasi for an overnight stay.
  • Morning: Drive to Bodhgaya.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment and other significant sites like the Bodhi Tree and Great Buddha Statue.
  • Evening: Meditate and soak in the peaceful ambiance of Bodhgaya.
  • Overnight: Bodhgaya
  • Morning: Visit the Vishnupad Temple in Gaya, a sacred site for Hindus performing the Pind Daan ritual.
  • Afternoon: Drive back to Varanasi.
  • Evening: Departure from Varanasi with spiritual memories of a lifetime.
  • Boat Ride on the Ganges: After the Aarti, enjoy a tranquil boat ride on the Ganges River. This experience provides a unique perspective of the ghats and temples lining the riverbanks, and you can enjoy the peaceful ambiance as the city wakes up.
  • Visit the Rest of the Main Temples i.e. New Kashi Vishwanath Temple in BHU University, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, and the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple.
  • Street Food Exploration: Enjoy Lassi at the most famous Pahalwan Lassi shop, and taste Pan at Tambul Pan shop & Chaat from Deena Chaat/ Kashi Chaat Bhandar.
  • Visit Sarnath: Post breakfast, take a short drive to Sarnath, a significant Buddhist site where Gautama Buddha gave his first sermon. Explore the ancient ruins, the Dhamek Stupa, and the Sarnath Museum to delve into the historical and spiritual aspects of Buddhism.
  • Shopping: Return to Varanasi and spend your evening shopping for local handicrafts, silk sarees, and traditional souvenirs. The bustling markets of Varanasi offer a wide range of items that reflect the city's rich cultural heritage. 
  • Departure: After sightseeing, check out from your hotel. Depending on your flight or train schedule, you may have some time for last-minute shopping or a relaxing stroll. You will then be transferred to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.

Inclusions

  • 4 nights' accommodation in a 3*/4*/5* hotel on a 1 double Private Bedroom basis.
  • 4 day breakfast in a Hotel or at a Restaurant.
  • All arrival, departure, and sightseeing as per the above itinerary by air-conditioned Car with an English-speaking driver.
  • Mineral water.
  • Entrance fees in Sarnath.
  • Boat ride in Varanasi.
  • All types of Taxes.

Exclusions

  • Lunch and Dinner.
  • Personal Expenses.
  • International Flights.
  • Gratuity.
  • Boat ride in Allahabad.
  • English-speaking tour guides during sightseeing.

Other Details

  • The hotels and services mentioned in the itinerary are subject to confirmation.
  • The rates below may change in case of changes in hotels, transport rates, or Government taxes.

Cancellation Policy

  • If the cancellation is 30 days or more before arrival, 50% of the deposit will be refunded from "travel expenses".
  • If the cancellation is 20 days to 60 before arrival, 30% of the deposit will be refunded from "travel expenses"
  • If the cancellation is 60 days to 45 before arrival, 20% of the deposit will be refunded from "travel expenses"
  • If the cancellation is 45 days or more before arrival - No Refund

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