Day 1
Arrival in Patna (PNBE) – Nalanda – Rajgir
- Pickup Point: Patna Railway Station (PNBE) or Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT).
- Upon arrival, meet our representative and begin your journey to Nalanda (approx. 2 hours).
- Explore the following in Nalanda:
- Nalanda University Ruins: One of the world’s first residential universities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Nalanda Archaeological Museum: Housing ancient artifacts from the university.
- Pawapuri Jal Mandir: A serene Jain temple located in the middle of a lotus pond, where Lord Mahavira attained Nirvana.
- After sightseeing in Nalanda, drive to Rajgir (approx. 30 minutes).
- Check-in at your hotel in Rajgir and relax.
- Overnight stay: At a hotel in Rajgir.
Day 2
Rajgir – Bodhgaya
- After breakfast, begin your day with sightseeing in Rajgir:
- Vishwa Shanti Stupa: A prominent peace pagoda located on Ratnagiri Hill, offering panoramic views.
- Bimbisara Jail: The remains of a prison where King Bimbisara was imprisoned by his son, Ajatashatru.
- Sone Bhandar Caves: Ancient caves believed to contain hidden treasures, with inscriptions from the Gupta period.
- Venu Vana: A beautiful bamboo grove gifted to Lord Buddha by King Bimbisara, where he meditated.
- Hot Springs (Brahmakund): Famous for their therapeutic properties.
- After sightseeing, proceed to Bodhgaya (approx. 2 hours).
- Check-in at your hotel and unwind.
- Overnight stay: At a hotel in Bodhgaya.
Day 3
Bodhgaya – Patna
- After breakfast, begin your tour of Bodhgaya, a major pilgrimage site for Buddhists:
- Mahabodhi Temple: A UNESCO World Heritage Site marking the spot where Buddha attained enlightenment.
- Bodhi Tree: The sacred fig tree under which Buddha meditated.
- Great Buddha Statue: A massive 80-foot statue of Lord Buddha.
- Vishnupad Temple: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, believed to enshrine the footprints of the deity.
- Bodhgaya Archaeological Museum: Housing various Buddhist sculptures and relics.
- After exploring Bodhgaya, drive back to Patna (approx. 4 hours).
- Overnight stay: At a hotel in Patna.
Day 4
Patna Departure
- After breakfast, check out and transfer to Patna Railway Station (PNBE) or Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT) for your onward journey.
- End the trip with sweet memories for your onward voyage.
(Do you want to customize this itinerary? Please contact us.)