Rajgir Nalanda with Bodhgaya Tour

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• Day 01: Bodhgaya – Arrival – Local Visit to Bodhi Tree & Mahabodhi Temple

  On the first day of the tour, you will arrive at the Gaya Railway Station or Bodhgaya Airport and meet one of our friendly representatives who will escort you to your hotel. Complete your check-in formalities and relax for a while. After a short nap, you’ll get ready to visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an ancient marvel. This sacred temple marks the spot where Siddhartha attained enlightenment while meditating under the Bodhi Tree and later became Gautam Buddha. Appreciate the temple's beautiful architecture and design. The temple is adorned with historical inscriptions and intricate carvings narrating the tales of Buddha's enlightenment. Close to the Mahabodhi Temple lies the Bodhi Tree under which Buddha meditated for years. The Bodhi Tree symbolizes knowledge, spiritual awakening, and enlightenment. Buddhists from all around the world consider it sacred. After the day-long sightseeing tour, you will return to your pre-reserved hotel and have a luscious dinner. After the dinner, you will head to your room for a tranquil sleep.

• Day 02: Bodhgaya - Dungeshwari Cave Temples- Sujata Village - Buddhist Monasteries - Half Day Meditation Session

  On the second day, you will have a fulfilling breakfast and then you will get ready for a picturesque drive to Gaya, a city that holds immense religious and historical importance. After reaching Gaya you will visit the Dungeshwari Cave Temples that hold immense importance for the Buddhists. Also known as the Mahakala Caves this site is ideal for meditation and reflection. You’ll then head to the Sujata Village and explore the Sujata Temple that commemorates Lady Sujata’s kindness. This kind lady offered a bowl of kheer to Lord Buddha during his asceticism period. This gesture is considered very important in the journey of Buddha towards enlightenment. Next, you’ll explore the Buddhist monasteries that have been built by the contributions of people from different nations. Each of these monasteries exhibits a unique architectural style. You can visit the Burmese, Tibetan, Japanese, and Chinese Monastery, experiencing the Buddhist traditions diversity. After the spiritually enriching exploration, you’ll head back to your hotel and have a tasty dinner. Have an overnight stay at your hotel thinking about the unique experiences awaiting the next day.

• Day 03: Bodhgaya -Rajgir Local Sightseeing - Nalanda - Nalanda University Complex - Bodhgaya

  Savor a yummy breakfast and then head for a picturesque drive to Rajgir which is a sacred site for Buddhists. Rajgir is dotted with many spiritual and historical attractions and was the Magadh Empire’s ancient capital. You will first visit the Vishwa Shanti Stupa which is situated on Ratnagiri Hill. Japanese Buddhists built this stupa and it symbolizes global peace. This massive stupa houses various statues of Buddha representing his different life stages like his teaching, birth, enlightenment, and death. You will then visit the Griddhakuta, which is also called Vulture’s Peak. Lord Buddha visited this site after attaining enlightenment and delivered his sermon. Explore this picturesque site that holds immense spiritual and historical prominence. You will then visit Venuvan Kalakandanivapa, Pippala Caves and Bimbisar Prison. Each of these sites holds lots of importance for the Buddhists. After the sightseeing tour of Rajgir, you’ll savor a mouth-watering lunch and then head to Nalanda which houses the ancient Nalanda University. After reaching Nalanda you will first visit the Nalanda University Archaeological Complex and see the ruins that recite the tales of the education system in ancient India. Wander through the ruins that will give you a glimpse into Nalanda’s cultural legacy.

  You will then visit the Chinese Pagoda, the Xuan Zang Memorial Hall. This memorial hall commemorates the contributions of Xuan Zang in spreading knowledge about Buddhism. As the day ends you will return to Bodhgaya and you will be transferred to your hotel where you will enjoy a lip-smacking dinner. After dinner, you will get back to your room and have a relaxing sleep.

• Day 04 – Bodhgaya- Drop at Bodhgaya Railway Station/Airport

  Savor a tasty breakfast in the morning and then you will be dropped off at Bodhgaya Railway Station/Airport from where you will continue your onward journey.