
Gaya International Airport, Nalanda, India
The Mahaparinirvana Sutra, an important Buddhist scripture, instructs its followers to achieve merit and aspire for a noble rebirth by undertaking pilgrimages to the locations associated with the Buddha's birth.
Namaste India Trip Overview:
Upon arrival at Gaya International Airport on Day 1, our dedicated Namaste India Trip representative will facilitate a safe transfer to the hotel designated for accommodation in Bodhgaya. As the spiritual heartland of Buddhism, Bodhgaya holds immense significance for followers worldwide, being the site of Buddha's enlightenment. Situated near River Niranjana, this sacred location ranks second among all four major Buddhist pilgrimage sites globally.
Day 2: Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna
Embark on an exploration of the ancient Buddhist landscape starting with Bodhgaya, followed by Rajgir, then Nalanda University, and finally reaching Patna, approximately 185 kilometers away within six hours.
Day 3: Patna - Vaishali - Kushinagar
Continuing northward, proceed to Patna before traveling to Vaishali, then Kushinagar. This journey spans over two hundred fifty kilometers, taking roughly seven hours.
Day 4: Kushinagar to Lumbini
After leaving Kushinagar, head towards Lumbini, covering a distance of one hundred eighty kilometers in five hours.
Day 5: Lumbini to Kapilavastu to Sravasti
Next, travel to Kapilavastu and subsequently Sravasti, both significant cities within the region. The trip between these destinations covers three hundred kilometers in six hours.
Day 6: Sravasti to Varanasi
Departing from Sravasti, venture into Varanasi, which is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical importance. The journey from Sravasti to Varanasi takes eight hours.
Day 7: Varanasi to Bodhgaya
On the final leg of the tour, arrive in Bodhgaya after traversing through Varanasi. On the concluding day, enjoy a hearty breakfast and thereafter, be transported to the Gaya International Airport for onward flights to your desired destination.
This itinerary meticulously guides travelers through the essence of Buddhism's birthplace, ensuring a profound understanding and appreciation of the religion's origins.
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Duration 8 days
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The languages mentioned include English, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tamil, Malay, Chinese (Mandarin), German, Thai, and Mongolian.
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The primary purpose of the Namaste India Trip is to guide travelers through the essential aspects of Buddhism’s birthplace, enabling them to gain a deep understanding and appreciation of the religion's roots.
The Namaste India Trip starts at Gaya International Airport.
The first stop during the Namaste India Trip is Bodhgaya.
Rajgir is the next city visited after Bodhgaya on the Namaste India Trip route.
It takes approximately 185 kilometers to reach Nalanda from Bodhgaya, which typically takes around six hours.
Yes, the Namaste India Trip offers transportation services to facilitate safe transfers to and from the hotel.
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