What to do and see in Nalanda District, Bihar: The Best Private Tours

Bodhgaya is the place of the Buddha's Enlightenment and spiritual home of Buddhists. 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. 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 countrie. Rajgir is a site of great sanctity and significance for Buddhists. Rajgir is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site since the Buddha spent 12 years here and the first Buddhist council after the Buddha was hosted here at the Saptaparni caves. Nalanda which is 14 kms drive and it was one of the oldest Universities of the World and International Centre for Buddhist Studies.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel and Breakfast

Exclusions: Entrance Ticket

This private tour will begin with pickup from Patna airport and will end with drop off at Varanasi airport. Explore the Buddhist sites of Nalanda, Rajgir and Bodhgaya where Buddha achieved enlightenment while sitting under a bodhi tree. After attaining enlightenment at Bodh Gaya the Buddha went to Sarnath; and it was here he delivered his first sermon and set in motion the 'Wheel of the Dharma'. Varanasi the spiritual capital of India, and one of the oldest cities on earth, where you can see bathing and cremations by the sacred River Ganges.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Deluxe Air-conditioned private vehicle from arrival till departure as per tour program, Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Sunrise and sunset Boat ride on holy River Ganges in Varanasi., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Bottled water in car., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Any flight ticket., Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Camera charges at any monument to be paid by guest directly, Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

From Patna visit the twin sites of nalanda and rajgir. Nalanda said to be the oldest international university of world. The mysterious hills of ratnagiri houses buddhiat caves of rajgir where lord buddha gave a lot of sermons. Finally visit the Place where lord buddha got his enlightenment "Bodhgaya"

Inclusions: Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Stay in a budget professional hotel with all basic western amenities

Exclusions: meals, local guide,entrance fees

Full day trip to Rajgir and Nalanda starts between 07 AM - 08 AM by private AC Car/Coach from Bodhgaya. Buffet lunch will be provided in Rajgir and Local English Speaking guide charges are included in the price. We will visit Vulture peak, Bamboo Garden, Bhimbisara Jail in Rajgir and Nalanda University in Nalanda. Further, in the evening drive back to Bodhgaya.

Inclusions: AC Transport, Lunch, Monument Entrance Fees, English Speaking Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Camera Fee, Travel Insurance, Any extras which is not mentioned in the inclusions.

About 45 miles from Gaya is the historical town of Nalanda in the North Eastern state of Bihar. Visit the famous Buddhist monastery that was home to an international university from the 5th to the 12th century A.D. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the well preserved ruins of this ancient seat of learning make it an important destination on the Buddhist tourism circuit. Next drive to the ancient town of Rajgir that is 10 miles from Nalanda. Lord Buddha spent several years of his life in Rajgir. Highlights: • Nalanda University, oldest residential University of the world • Ajatshatru Fort • Vulture Peak

Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, Lunch (beverage excluded), 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities ( Optional

About 45 miles from Gaya is the historical town of Nalanda in the North Eastern state of Bihar. Visit the famous Buddhist monastery that was home to an international university from the 5th to the 12th century A.D. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the well preserved ruins of this ancient seat of learning make it an important destination on the Buddhist tourism circuit. Next drive to the ancient town of Rajgir that is 10 miles from Nalanda. Lord Buddha spent several years of his life in Rajgir. Highlights: • Nalanda University, oldest residential University of the world • Ajatshatru Fort • Vulture Peak

Inclusions: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, 02 bottles of mineral water per person

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities ( Optional

Four sacred sites associated with Lord Buddha Life, that a pious person should visit and look upon with feelings of reverence. LUMBINI ‘Here the Tathagata [the one who has gone beyond all transitory phenomena] was born.’ BODHGAYA ‘Here the Tathagata became fully enlightened.’ SARNATH ‘Here the Tathagata set in motion the wheel of the dhamma.’ KUSHINAGAR ‘Here the Tathagata passed away into the state of nirvana in which no element of clinging remains!’ And the monk, the nun, the layman or laywoman who has faith should visit these places. And whoever, should die on such a pilgrimage with his heart established in faith, at the breaking up of the body after death will be reborn in a realm of heavenly happiness.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Deluxe Air-conditioned chauffeur driven private vehicle as per tour program., Cycle rickshaw ride in Varanasi, Sunrise and sunset Boat ride on holy River Ganges in Varanasi, English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Government taxes., Bottled drinking water in car.

Exclusions: Any flight ticket, Meals other than mentioned, Camera charges at monuments, Or anything not mentioned in inclusions.

The specialty of this trip is which makes this tour unique is "Buddha" this trip specially for Boddhism,The most important places of pilgrimage in Buddhism are located in the Gangetic plains of Northern India and Southern Nepal, in the area between New Delhi and Rajgir.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide, Hotel 3*4*5*

Exclusions: Gratuities (Recommended)

The specialty of this trip is which makes this tour unique is "Buddha" this trip specially for Boddhism,The most important places of pilgrimage in Buddhism are located in the Gangetic plains of Northern India and Southern Nepal, in the area between New Delhi and Rajgir.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour Guide, Hotel 3*4*5*

Exclusions: Gratuities (Recommended)

The private Magnificent Wonders Of India tour will begin with airport pick up in Delhi. Tour include the visit to 4 sect prominent spiritual sites - Golden Temple in Amritsar the sacred place for Sikh, Dharamshala & Bodhgaya the sacred place for Budhist, Fatehpur Sikri the sacred place for Muslims and Varanasi the sacred place and once in life must visit place for Hindus. In addition you will explore the Mughal monuments in Delhi & Agra along with a Jaipur which will provide a glimpse of India’s royal and cultural heritage. Visit the graceful Chhatris of Orchha and the sensuous moods of the temples of Khajuraho. Make your way through the sacred city of Varanasi and cruise on the River Ganges to observe ancient spiritual rites.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance of our office representative at airport, 14 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program., Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., Bottled drinking water in car , Government taxes.

Exclusions: Dharamsala - Delhi, Khajuraho – Varanasi & Patna - Delhi flight fare approx INR 15500 per person., Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.