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BIHAR HERITAGE TOUR (WITH PATNA, BODHGAYA, VARANASI, PRAYAGRAJ)

5 Nights / 6 Days

48,500.00 per person

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TOUR ITINERARY

5nights/6days Package

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE PATNA
Guests will be received at patna Station/Airport, check in at hotel, after refreshment proceed on Full Day City Tour of Patna. Visiting Golghar, Khuda Baksh Oriental Library, Buddha Smriti Park , Kumharar, Patna Sahib Gurdudwara (Birth Place of Guru Gobind Singh) & Patna Museum. Established in the year 1917 and Cited as one of the prime attractions of the city, Patna Museum presents Mughal-Sarsenic style of architecture and was built in 1917 by the British Government. Explore the terra cotta figures and images made by Hindu and Buddha artists. There are metal and stone sculptures dating back to the time of Maurya Empire and Gupta reign. The main attraction of the museum is the longest fossilised tree of the world, which is 200 million years old and 16 mts in height. The museum also houses Chinese paintings and thangkas. The world-famous Didarganj Yakshi statue, discovered on a Ganges riverbank in 1917, is the museum's most prized collection. Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library has some rare Persian and Arabic manuscripts, Rajput and Mughal paintings. This library also contains some books that survived the Moorish plunder of the University of Cordoba in Spain. Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib is the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh the 10th Guru (teacher) of the Sikhs. The devotees also call as Patna Sahib. The 'gurudwara’ (the Sikh temple) is made of white marble and was built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. It contains the personal belongings of the Guru as well as holy texts.Adjacent to Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib is the Pathar ki Masjid, a mosque built by Parwez Shah, the son of Emperor Jahangir, during his tenure as governor of Bihar. Golghar is the circular or beehive shaped building in the centre of the city constructed by Capt. John Garstin in 1786 after the famine of 1770 as a granary. Climb up to the top for a view of the Ganga and the city from its height of 29 meters. To the south of Patna are the Kumrahar excavations. These are the ruins of the three ancient cities of the kings Ajatashatru, Chandragupta, and Ashoka. Overnight stay at Patna.
Day 2: PATNA - NALANDA – PAWAPURI - RAJGIR - BODHGAYA
Breakfast at the Hotel, Later proceed to Nalanda (85 Km / 2 Hour) - Pawapuri (15 Km / 20 Min) Rajgiri (20 Km / 20 Min ) Bodhgaya (70 Km / 1 Hour) Nalanda was one of the oldest Universities of the World and International Centre for Buddhist Studies. Nalanda, founded in the 5th century AD, is famous as the ancient seat of learning. The ruins of the world's most ancient university lies here. Though the Buddha visited Nalanda several times during his lifetime, this famous center of Buddhist learning shot to fame much later, during 5th-12th centuries. Hieun Tsang stayed here in the 7th century AD and left detailed description of the excellence of education system and purity of monastic life practiced here. Pawapuri, or Apapuri, is the place where all sins end for a devout Jain. Lord Mahavira, the final Tirthankar and founder of Jainism, breathed his last at this place, and was cremated here around 500 B.C. It is said that the demand for his ashes was so great that a large amount of soil was removed from around the funeral pyre, creating the water tank. A marble temple, the “Jalmandir”, was later built in the middle of the tank, and is now a major pilgrimage spot for Jains. Another Jain temple called Samosharan is located here. Rajgir, was once the ancient capital of the powerful Kingdom of Maghada. From the out-skirts of Rajgir, a historic road leads to Gridhakuta or vultures peak where the Buddha preached. Here the first Buddhist Council was held after the Lord's Mahaparinirvana. Overnight stay at Bodhgaya.
Day 3: ARRIVAL GAYA
After breakfast proceed to Sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya & Gaya. Bodhgaya is where the Buddha attained enlightenment and which is one of the most sacred pilgrimage place for the Buddhist. It attracts many believers from all over the world. Bodhgaya situated near the river Niranjana, is one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage centres and in the second place of the four holy sites in Buddhism. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya visiting Mahabodhi Temple - The temple, named after the Buddha, is a sacred place for the Buddhists in Bodh Gaya, Maha- bodhi tree - The tree is considered holy since Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under it. Also visit monastries of different countries and Archaeological Museum. At Gaya Visit Vishnupad Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is one of the major highlights of the destination. Built in Shikhara style, the temple was reconstructed by Ahilya Bai Holkar of Indore in 1787. According to beliefs and religious texts, it is believed that the footprints present inside the temple are of Lord Vishnu.Located on the bank of River Falgu, the temple has footprint of Lord Vishnu, which is 40 centimetres long and enclosed by a basin made of silver plates. The temple complex is large in size and houses images of several Gods and Goddesses. In addition, there are several other shrines present in and around the temple. Evening return back to Bodhgaya and Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4: GAYA TO VARANASI
After breakfast proceed to Varanasi (250kms/7hrs). Varanasi, or Benaras, (also known as Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi`s Prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrevealed. Mark Twain, the English author once wrote: “Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together.” The land of Varanasi (Kashi) has been the ultimate pilgrimage spot for Hindus for ages. Hindus believe that one who is graced to die on the land of Varanasi would attain salvation and freedom from the cycle of birth and re-birth. Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown. Ganges in Varanasi is believed to have the power to wash away the sins of mortals. Upon arrival check in at Hotel and after refreshment leave for Darshan of Kashi Viswanath (Ancient Shiva Temple), witness divine alati at Ghats – bank of Ganges. Overnight stay at Varanasi.
Day 5: PRAYAGRAJ TOUR
After breakfast proceed to Prayagraj (Allahabad). 125kms/3hrs Prayagraj is one of the oldest cities in India. It is crowned in ancient scriptures as ‘Prayag’ or ‘Teertharaj’ and is considered the holiest of pilgrimage centres of India. It is situated at the confluence of three rivers- Ganga, Yamuna and the invisible Saraswati. The meeting point is known as Triveni and is very sacred to Hindus. The Kumbh held in every six years and Mahakumbh in every 12 years at Prayagraj (Sangam) are the largest gatherings of pilgrims on this earth. Back to Varanasi and spent evening at Bank of River Ganges and enjoy Alati.
Day 6: SARNATH TOUR
After breakfast proceed to visit Sarnath. Sarnath is a small village in Uttar Pradesh, India, about 13 km north-east of Varanasi. It's famous as the site of the deer park where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma and also where the original Sangha was formed. Consequently, it is one of the 4 main Buddhist pilgrimage destinations. Within the deer park complex is the large Dhamekha Stupa, constructed by the Emperor Ashoka in 249 BCE, and several other Buddhist structures that were added between the 3rd century BCE and the 11th century CE. Later guests will be dropped at Varanasi Airport.

Inclusions

01 Nights Accommodation at Patna (Hotel Replubic) in Single Room with Breakfast 02 Night Accommodation at Bodh Vilas Hotel BodhGaya in Single Room with Breakfast 02 Nights Accommodation at Varanasi (Jubui International Guest House ) 5nos veg Breakfast & Dinner All sightseeing and transportation by Dzire vehicle as per itinerary Tollgate, Parking, Driver Bata & State entry Tax

Exclusions

Any Entrance Ticket . Items of Personal Nature viz laundry , telephones , tips etc Boating and Entry tickets inside monuments GST

Cancellation Policy

In the event of cancellation of tour/travel servicesdue to any avoidable/ unavoidable reason/s we must be notifiedof the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effectivefrom the date we receiveadvice in writing,and cancellation charges would be as follows:

45 days prior to arrival: 10% of the Tour / service cost.

15 days prior to arrival: 25% of the Tour / service cost.

07 days prior to arrival: 50% of the Tour / service cost.

48 hoursprior to arrivalOR No Show: No Refund.

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