India Buddhist Tour with Taj Mahal
15 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi
Visiting: New Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi, Bodh Gaya, Patna, Kushinagar, Lumbini, Shravasti, Lucknow
Tour operator:
Tour code:
15IBTWT
Recommended For:
18-30 somethings, 50 plus, Couples, Family-Kids, LGBT plus, Singles
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
1-90
Special diets catered:
Meat, Halal, Jain, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Budget, River Cruise, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Art, Cultural, Eco Conscious, Foodie and Wine Tours, History, Music, Photography, Rail Tours, Religion and Spiritual, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Experience the journey of India's Golden Triangle, your trip starting from New Delhi. Next you'll visit the pink city Jaipur. Continue to Agra and experience the glory of Taj Mahal and holy & ancient city Varanasi. Later we will take you to the visit of most famous Buddhist pligrimage sites in Bodh Gaya, Nalanda, Rajgir, Kushinagar and Shravasti. Ending your tour in the capital of India, Delhi.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival At New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, Our representative will assist you for transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 : At New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market and huge market for clothes.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 : New Delhi - Jaipur (275 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast and check out from hotel later drive to Jaipur, via en-route visit Rail Museum at Rewari and enjoy your Tea / Coffee Snacks. Upon arrival at Jaipur check-in to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 : At Jaipur
Location: Jaipur
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour of Jaipur, visit Amber Fort with Elephant ride / Jeep ride (Optional tour to Nahargarh Fort and Jaigarh Fort if time permits), visit City Palace, Jantar Mantar and drive pass to Jal Mahal and Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) and Birla Temple. After finishing your sightseeing tour, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5 : Jaipur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra (238 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Location: Agra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Agra, via en-route visit to Fatehpur Sikri, the oldest deserted town built by Mughal Kingdom in 1571 and built by red stone, the Tomb of Salim Chisti, Buland Darwaza, Diwane e Khas and Panch Mahal. Later continue drive to Agra. Upon arrival at Agra check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6 : Agra - Varanasi (By Night Train)
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Overnight at Train
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning before breakfast Sunrise visit the world’s most popular and beautiful monument Taj Mahal and Mehtab Bagh. After finishing your guided tour to Taj Mahal, later get back to your hotel for breakfast and refresh, later proceed for guided tour to Agra, visit Agra Fort (Moti Masjid, Octagonal Tower, Jahangir Palace, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas), Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb and Jama Masjid. Later evening transfer to Agra railway station to board the train for Varanasi.
Overnight at Train.
Day 7 : Arrival At Varanasi (By Train)
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Upon arrival at Varanasi railway station, our representative will assist you for transfer to your hotel for night stay. After lunch proceed for guided tour to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhist pilgrims, visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8 : At Varanasi
Location: Varanasi
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early morning boat ride at River Ganges and later drive back to your hotel and enjoy the breakfast. Later proceed for guided tour to Varanasi visit, Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple are the four famous temples in Varanasi. Experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in the evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9 : Varanasi - Bodhgaya (255 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)
Location: Bodh Gaya
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bodhgaya. Upon arrival at Bodhgaya check-in and refresh yourself at the hotel, later proceed for half day guided tour to Bodhgaya, visit Mahabodhi Temple, Sujata Village, Niranjana river, 80 ft high lord Buddha Statue & Various international monasteries.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 : Bodhgaya - Nalanda - Rajgir - Patna (110 Kms / 3:30 Hrs)
Location: Patna
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Patna, via en-route visit to Rajgir & Nalanda, visit Gridhkutta (Vulture 's peak), World Peace Stupa, Venuvanaram & Bimbisar Prison at Rajgir. After lunch at Rajgir, later drive to Nalanda to visit the ruins of world ancient University. It was one of the oldest Universities of the World & International Centre for Buddhist Studies. Upon arrival at Patna check in your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 : Patna - Vaishali - Kushinagar (245 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)
Location: Kushinagar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Kushinagar, via en-route visit to Vaishali, Vaishali is a very special place to Buddhists as The Lord delivered his last sermon and announced his impending Nirvana. See the majesty of Ashok Pillar, Lotus Tank and Chaumukhi. Later drive to Kushinagar, Upon arrival at Kushinagar check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 : Kushinagar - Lumbini (185 Kms / 4 Hrs)
Location: Lumbini
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for half day guided tour to Kushinagar, visit Mahaparinirvana Temple (where Buddha took his last breathe) and Rambhar Stupa (cremation site of Lord Buddha) and Japan Temple. Later afternoon check out from hotel and drive to Lumbini. Upon arrival at Lumbini check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13 : Lumbini - Kapilvastu - Shravasti (187 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Location: Shravasti
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later visit the holy birth place of Lord Buddha. Later check out from hotel and drive to Shravasti, via en-route visit to Kapilvastu. Upon arrival at Shravasti check-in to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 14 : Shravasti - Lucknow (177 Kms / 3:30 Hrs) - New Delhi (By Train)
Location: Lucknow
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast proceed for visit to Saheth and Maheth. Later check out from hotel and drive to Lucknow. Upon arrival at Lucknow transfer to railway station to board the train for New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi railway station, our representative will assist you for transfer to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 15 : Departure From New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight to your home.
What's Included
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Meals
14 Breakfast at Hotel
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13 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
3 Star Accommodation.
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1 Night accommodation at Train
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Assistance during arrival and departure
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All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
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English speaking guide at New Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Patna, Kushinagar and Sarvasti
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Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi
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Elephant / Jeep ride in Jaipur at Amber Fort
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Battery car ride at Fatehpur Sikri
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Sunrise visit of Taj Mahal and Tonga ride in Agra
What's Not Included
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Visas fee (if applicable)
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Monument entry fees
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Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
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Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
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International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 Star
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Healthy
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
Tips always optional.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Only for foreign national traveler.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
100% Departure if there is single traveler.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR is local currency.
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Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
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How many people will be on my trip?
GTIndia Tours provide private and group tour it's completely depend on you which category you are choose. if you are choosing a group tour there is maximum 40 guests.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
We select our hotels for their quality, impeccable service and comfort, with the majority of them having air-conditioning. Few hotels don't have air conditioning due to the colder climate.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We strongly recommend that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and while travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
GTIndia Tours is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011. So far, GTIndia Tours work hard to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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What if I have special dietary requirements?
We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking. Unfortunately, we’re unable to supply meals in accordance with strict religious requirements. We can’t provide salt-free, Kosher, Halal, requests for specific dietary supplements such as soya milk, and high protein or low-carb meals.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
GT India Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
GT India Tours requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of gt india tours charges.
Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 79 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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