09 Days- Ganges Tour in India
The spiritual Ganges river tour package gives you a great opportunity to explore the various the attractions of various major cities of India like Delhi, Varanasi, Gaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Patna, Vaishali, Kushinagar, Lumbini, Gorakhpur.
| PLACES COVERED |
Delhi – Varanasi – Gaya – Rajgir – Nalanda –Patna -Vaishali – Kushianagar Lumbini –Gorakhpur – Delhi |
| DURATION OF TRIP |
9 NIGHTS/10 DAYS |
| MINIMUM REQUIRED |
2 PAX |
| ACCOMMODATION |
BUDGET ACCOMMODATION/Premium On Demand |
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
PICKUP Delhi/DROP Delhi |
| RETURN TIME |
Approximately 6:30 PM/Depends on onward Journey |
| WEAR |
Comfortable athletic clothing, sunscreen. |
| BASIC INCLUSION |
| 9Night with Bread & Breakfast |
| Transportation By Aircon Car and English Speaking Driver. |
| Accommodation on Double Sharing rooms with Bed and breakfast |
| Private Transport |
| Delhi /Varanasi and Gorakhpur/Delhi By Flight |
| Transfers and land transportation according to itinerary |
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| BASIC EXCLUSION |
| Entrance Tickets To monuments |
| Meals unless specified |
| Personal Expenses. |
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Details
The spiritual Ganges river tour package gives you a great opportunity to explore the various the attractions of various major cities of India like Delhi, Varanasi, Gaya, Rajgir, Nalanda, Patna, Vaishali, Kushinagar, Lumbini, Gorakhpur.
On arrival at Delhi airport/railway station, our tour representative will meet you to pick you up and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day is free without transport if arrive in the morning or afternoon. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi.
After breakfast start s sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi visit:
- Red Fort:-Delhi’s most famous monument, the Red Fort, stands as a powerful reminder of the Mughal emperors who ruled India. Its walls, which stretch for over two kilometers (1.2 miles), were built in 1638 to keep out invaders.
(Note: Fort is closed on Every Monday)
- Jamia Masjid:-Jama Masjid is another marvelous treasure of the Old City, and is the largest mosque in India. Its courtyard can hold an incredible 25,000 devotees. The mosque took 13 years to build, and was completed in 1650.
- QutubMinar:-QutabMinar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, is an incredible example of early Indo–Islamic architecture. It was built in 1206, but the reason remains a mystery. Some believe that it was made to signify victory and the beginning of Muslim rule in India, while others say it was used to call the faithful to prayer.
- Lotus Temple:-The Bahai Temple is commonly referred to as the Lotus Temple, as it’s shaped like a lotus flower. It’s particularly pretty at night, when it’s attractively lit up. Made out of white marble, the temple belongs to the Bahai Faith, which proclaims the unity of all people and religions.
(Note: Temple is closed on Every Monday)
- Humayun’s Tomb:-If you think Humayun’s Tomb looks a bit like the TajMahal in Agra, that’s because it was the inspiration for the TajMahal’s creation. The tomb was built in 1570, and houses the body of the second Mughal emperor, Humayun.
- India Gate:-The towering archway of India Gate at the center of New Delhi is a war memorial, built in memory of the Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army in World War I. At night it glows warmly under floodlights, and the gardens that line its boulevard are a popular place to enjoy a warm summer’s evening.
- Laxmi Narayan Temple:-Built in 1938 by the Industrialist G.D. Birla, it is one of the major temples in Delhi and is located near Connought Place. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Laxmi and her consort Narayana. The temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi on the stipulation that people of all castes shall be allowed to enter the temple.
Later drive back to hotel, Stay overnight at Hotel in Delhi.
Morning, after breakfast we drive you to the airport where you board flight to Varanasi. On arrival to Varanasi, a cab brings you to the hotel. Check in at the hotel and rest for a while. We then take you for a visit to Sarnath located 10 km from Varanasi. It is here that Lord Buddha preached his first sermon in the Deer Park of Sarnath. Sarnath has very interesting remains that consists of old stupas, temples and monastries. Dharmarajika, Chaukhandi and Dharnek stupas are outstanding. The beautifully polished Lion Capital of Ashoka also is very fascinating to view at. There is a rich library in Sarnath along with a Mula Gandha Kutir Vihara where you get to see excellent frescoes by Kosetsu Nosu. In Sarnath, you also get to visit the Sarnath museum that contains some of the fine specimens of Buddhist Sculpture.
return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Early in the morning we take you for a boat ride in Ganges where you get to see the Sun rise. Also consider taking a bath during the boat ride as it made possible on an extended platform of the boat by the sailor of the boat. Thereafter, we take you for a city tour visiting the famous Benaras Hindu University and Bharat Mata Temple. In Benaras Hindu University, interact with the students of the Unversity in an interactive seminar conducted by the University. In Bharat Mata temple, offer puja to the deity of the temple. Also, walk through the narrow streets of Varanasi.
Later, after lunch in the evening, drive to B” Gaya. Upon arrival, check in at hotel. Overnight is at hotel.
Bodhgaya – here Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. Walk inside the Mahabodhi temple. This temple stands east of Bodi tree. The archaeological effect of the temple is superb. The height and top of the temple can draw anyone’s attention as they signify sovereignty of religion. The Bodhi tree is situated inside the temple premises under which Bhuddha is known to have attained illumination. We also take you to the Buddha Archeological Museum, and the Nirjana River. Overnight is at the hotel.
In the morning, after breakfast, we drive to Patna while en-routing Visiti, Rajgir and Nalanda. Rajgir, the ancient capital of the Magadha kings is the center of the oldest known university in the world. The ruins of the university reveal that it was the first international university of the world where over 2,000 teachers and 1,000 students lived together and studied. So, here you get a glimpse of the system of education and the efforts made for it in ancient days. We then continue our drive to Patna.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Morning, we drive you to Kushinagar. On the way en-route Vaishali. It is a very special place for the Buddhist as it is here that Buddha delivered his last sermon and announced his implanting ‘nirvana’. So, spend some time, meditating in the silence of this place. We then continue drive to Khusinagar. Upon arrival to Kushinagar, check-in at the hotel. In the evening, we take you for sightseeing tour of Mahaparinirvana temple and Rambhar stupa. Take pictures of these structures using your cameras so that you can carry the memories of this place along with you even on leaving Kushinagar.
Overnight is at the hotel.
In the morning, we drive you to Lumbini. Upon arrival, just check in at hotel. Here we will be visiting the monuments in Lumbini and spend some time there for performing sacred ceremonies. The pilgrimage tour to Lumbini is breathtaking and so is an en-lightening destination for a devotee of Buddha. From here, visit the sacred garden of Mayadevi temple that depicts birth of Lord Buddha and also demonstrates the Ashok Pillar and Sakyan tank. Mayadevi, the mother of Buddha took bath in the Sakyan tank before giving birth to Lord Buddha. If interested our tour operators can arrange for a sacred bath here in Sakya tank that will surely show the divine path.
Stay overnight in Lumbini
The morning is free for independent activity. So, take this opportunity to either play games, interact with the locals of the place, or to further explore upon the Buddhist destinations. We then check out of the hotel and then drive you to the Gorakpur airport for a connective fight to Delhi. Upon arrival to Delhi, our cab brings you to the hotel in Delhi. Just check in at the hotel. Enjoy yourself in the comforts of the hotel. A cultural evening is arranged in the hotel and so you get a chance to rejuvenate and relax after a tour of 08 days.
Overnight stay is at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport to board flight back home on onward destination.
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