Buddhist Circuit Train Tour in India

Day 1 Arrive Delhi – Gaya (By flight)

Day 2 Gaya

This morning after arriving in Gaya, transfer to the hotel and check in. Once you have freshened up, visit the Mahabodhi Temple and spend time as you may like. After that, return to your hotel and settle down for a restful night's sleep.

Overnight stay in Gaya.

Day 3 Gaya – Rajgir – Nalanda – Varanasi

In the morning after breakfast, proceed to Rajgir first, where Lord Buddha lived for 12 years after achieving Nirvana. Visit the ancient Nalanda University and surroundings. After that, get driven to the railway station to board the train to Varanasi.

Overnight on the train.

Day 4 Varanasi – Gorakhpur

Day 5 Gorakhpur – Lumbini

Begin your onward journey to Lumbini as soon as you arrive at Gorakhpur Railway Station. Enjoy a hot breakfast enroute. Once you have arrived, check into the hotel and freshen up. Later, visit the Maya Devi Temple and monasteries nearby.

Overnight stay in Lumbini.

Day 6 Lumbini – Kushinagar (Approx. 4.5 hours drive)

After early breakfast, depart for Kushinagar via Gorakhpur. On arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in. After some relaxation, proceed for the sightseeing tour. You will visit Mahaparinirvan Temple, Rambhar Stupa, Mata Kutir Temple etc.

Return to the Gorakhpur railway station to board a train to Gonda.

Day 7 Kushinagar – Shravasti – Agra

This morning, you will arrive at Gonda railway station. After wash and change, drive to Shravasti and explore the revered site of Buddhism.

Later in the evening, board a train to Agra. 

Day 8 Agra – Delhi

As you arrive in Agra, all you can think of is Taj Mahal. After deboarding the train, freshen up and proceed to witness Taj Mahal. It is not only one of the seven wonders of the world but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thereafter, board a train to Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, tour ends. You can continue your onward journey as per your schedule.