Delhi – Varanasi – Sarnath – Bodh Gaya – Rajgir – Nalanda – Kushinagar – Lumbini – Sravasti
Trace the life and teachings of the Buddha across the sacred landscapes of India and Nepal. Beginning in Delhi, the journey travels through Varanasi to Sarnath, where the Buddha gave his first sermon. Continue to Bodh Gaya, the site of his enlightenment, and explore Rajgir and Nalanda, places associated with Buddhist teaching and scholarship.
At Kushinagar, reflect at the site associated with the Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana before crossing into Nepal to visit Lumbini, his birthplace. The journey then returns to India for Sravasti, where he spent many rainy seasons teaching. Designed for pilgrims and culturally curious travellers alike, this tour offers time to explore monasteries, historic sites and the enduring traditions of Buddhism
Highlights
- Visit Sarnath, where the Buddha delivered his first sermon.
- Spend time at the Mahabodhi Temple Complex in Bodh Gaya, associated with his enlightenment.
- Explore Rajgir and the remains of the ancient centre of learning at Nalanda.
- Pay respects at Kushinagar, associated with the Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana.
- Discover Sravasti, where the Buddha gave many teachings.
- Experience Buddhist heritage through monasteries, archaeological sites and opportunities for quiet reflection.
