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Heritage and Spiritual Odyssey: Patna to Bodhgaya

Duration - 8 Nights 9 Days
Tour Type - FIT | Land Package
Meal Plan- MAP

Journey Starts From

Pickup from Patna Railway Station (PNBE) or Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT)

Journey Ends At

Drop-off at Patna Railway Station (PNBE) or Patna Airport (PAT)

Itinerary
Day 1

Arrival in Patna (PNBE)

  • Pickup Point: Patna Railway Station (PNBE) or Jay Prakash Narayan Airport (PAT).
  • On arrival, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
  • After check-in and freshening up, proceed for local sightseeing:
    • Golghar: A granary built in 1786 for the British army.
    • Kumhrar Park: Archaeological ruins from the Mauryan Empire.
    • Patna Museum: Featuring a vast collection of ancient artifacts.
    • Gandhi Maidan: Historical ground associated with India’s Independence Movement.
  • Evening: Free for leisure activities.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Patna.

Day 2

Patna – Banka

  • After breakfast, check out and begin your journey to Banka (around 6 hours).
  • Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel.
  • Explore Banka:
    • Mandar Hill: A sacred hill important in both Hinduism and Jainism, known for the Vishnu and Jain Temples.
    • Satsang Ashram: A spiritual site founded by Anukulchandra Thakur.
  • Return to the hotel after sightseeing.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Banka.

Day 3

Banka – Mandar Hill Excursion

  • After breakfast, proceed to Mandar Hill for an excursion (approx. 30 minutes).
  • Explore:
    • Papharni Pond: At the base of Mandar Hill, it’s a sacred water body for pilgrims.
    • Visit Mandar Parvat Temple and Mandar Jain Temple at the top of the hill.
  • Return to Banka and relax in the afternoon.
  • Evening: Free for leisure.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Banka.

Day 4

Banka – Bhagalpur

  • After breakfast, drive to Bhagalpur (approx. 1 hour).
  • On arrival, explore:
    • Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary: A protected area for the endangered Gangetic dolphins.
    • Kuppa Ghat Ashram: A famous religious site along the Ganges.
    • Ajgaivinath Temple: A famous Shiva temple located at Sultanganj, nearby Bhagalpur.
  • Lunch at the hotel, followed by more sightseeing.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Bhagalpur.

Day 5

Bhagalpur – Vikramshila Excursion

  • After breakfast, proceed to Vikramshila (approx. 1 hour).
  • Sightseeing:
    • Vikramshila University Ruins: One of the two most important Buddhist learning centers in ancient India.
    • Explore the Vikramshila Monastery and surrounding ruins.
  • Return to Bhagalpur for lunch and leisure time in the evening.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Bhagalpur.

Day 6

Bhagalpur – Munger

  • After breakfast, check out and proceed to Munger (approx. 1.5–2 hours).
  • On arrival, check-in at your hotel.
  • Visit:
    • Bihar School of Yoga: Known globally for its teachings and practices of traditional yoga.
    • Munger Fort: A historical fort with ties to various dynasties, offering panoramic views of the Ganges.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Munger.

Day 7

Munger (Free Day for Leisure)

  • After breakfast, enjoy a free day to relax or explore Munger at your own pace.
  • Optional: Visit Kastaharni Ghat and other local attractions.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Munger.

Day 8

Munger – Bodhgaya

  • After breakfast, check out and depart for Bodhgaya (approx. 4–5 hours).
  • On arrival, check-in at your hotel.
  • After freshening up, explore:
    • Mahabodhi Temple: A UNESCO World Heritage Site marking the place where Buddha attained enlightenment.
    • Bodhi Tree: The sacred fig tree under which Buddha meditated.
    • Great Buddha Statue and Vishnupad Temple.

Overnight stay: At the hotel in Bodhgaya.

Day 9

Bodhgaya – Patna Departure After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Patna Railway Station (PNBE) or Patna Airport (PAT) for your onward journey.

Finish your journey with amazing memories.

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Inclusions

Airport/Railway Station Pickup and Drop-off, Accommodation in comfortable hotels, Daily breakfast & dinner, Transfers and sightseeing in a private/sic air-conditioned vehicle, Toll Taxes, Driver Allowances.

Exclusions

Airfare/Train Fare, Meals Not Mentioned, Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, and phone calls, Early Check-in, Late Check-out, Extra sightseeing, Optional Tours, Guide, Porter, Entrance Fees, Permits, Travel Insurance, Visa (If required), ILP (If required), Extra Services, Any Increase in Government Taxes or Fuel Surcharge, Anything Not Mentioned in inclusions.
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