5 Days Bihar Tour with Varanasi Package Itinerary

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Delhi – Varanasi – Bodh Gaya – Patna

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Overview

This 5-day tour offers a blend of spiritual and cultural exploration in the sacred cities of Varanasi and Bodh Gaya, along with a visit to Patna. Start in the bustling capital city of Delhi, then fly to Varanasi, the city of temples, known for its ghats and the sacred Ganges. Continue to Bodh Gaya, one of the most revered Buddhist pilgrimage sites where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. End the journey in Patna, the capital of Bihar, before heading back to Delhi. This tour provides an immersive experience of India's spiritual heartlands, combining history, culture, and devotion.

Perfect for those seeking a religious and cultural journey through India, this itinerary offers insights into the traditions and sacred sites of both Hinduism and Buddhism.

Itinerary Details

Day 01 Arrive Delhi

Arrive at Delhi, the bustling capital of India. After checking in to your hotel, explore some of the city’s iconic landmarks, including the India Gate, Qutub Minar, and the grand Rashtrapati Bhavan. Enjoy the evening at leisure or take a stroll through the vibrant streets of Delhi.

Overnight stay at your hotel in Delhi.
Day 02 Delhi – Varanasi (Flight)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Varanasi. On arrival, check in to your hotel and explore the sacred city. Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple and take an evening boat ride along the Ganges River to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at the ghats. Experience the spiritual aura of Varanasi as the city comes alive in the evening.

Overnight stay at your hotel in Varanasi.
Day 03 Varanasi – Bodh Gaya (250 Kms / 5 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast, drive to Bodh Gaya (approx. 5 hours), the spiritual heart of Buddhism. Visit the iconic Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi Tree, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Explore the various international monasteries and the Great Buddha Statue. Spend the evening absorbing the peaceful and spiritual atmosphere of this sacred town.

Overnight stay at your hotel in Bodh Gaya.
Day 04 Bodh Gaya Sightseeing

After breakfast, continue your exploration of Bodh Gaya. Visit the Mahabodhi Society Museum, which houses artifacts from the Buddhist era, and the Sujata Kuti, where Buddha received his first meal after enlightenment. In the afternoon, visit the Thai Monastery and the Japanese Temple to explore the global reach of Buddhism.

Overnight stay at your hotel in Bodh Gaya.
Day 05 Gaya – Patna – Delhi Departure (Drive 115 Kms / 3 ½ Hrs + Flight)

After breakfast, drive to Patna (approx. 3.5 hours). Visit Nalanda University en route, one of the oldest learning centers in the world. Upon arrival in Patna, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Delhi, concluding your 5-day tour of Varanasi and Bihar’s spiritual heartlands.