Varanasi Gaya Tour Package

A delightful spiritual journey exploring the ethereal vibes, ancient heritage, and sacred rituals of Gaya and Kashi

Buddhist Circuit

Duration

3 Days / 2 Nights

Overview

Experience a profound 3-day Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage. Discover the sacred monuments of Gaya and Bodhgaya, witness the timeless evening Ganga Aarti, and explore the revered temples and historic landmarks of ancient Varanasi.

Highlights

Explore iconic Buddhist and Hindu sites in Gaya, including the Mahabodhi Temple and Vishnupad Mandir
Visit the legendary Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Bharat Mata Temple in Varanasi
Witness the breathtaking evening Ganga Aarti along the ancient ghats
Excursion to historic spiritual and cultural landmarks like Chunar Fort and Dhamek Stupa

Day-by-day Itinerary

Day 1

Gaya Sightseeing City Tour

Starting location: Hotel Check-in & Arrival

Pickup from airport/railway station and transfer to hotel to settle luggage

Mahabodhi Temple & Sacred Bodhi Tree Complex

Visit the UNESCO Heritage Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, and Mucalinda Lake

Great Buddha Statue & Monasteries

Explore the 80-foot Great Buddha Statue, Wat Thai, and Tergar Monastery

Vishnupad Mandir & Dungeshwari Caves

Visit the revered Hindu Vishnupad Temple and the historic Dungeshwari Cave Temples

Overnight stay in Gaya / Bodhgaya

Return to the hotel for rest and overnight stay

Day 2

Varanasi Sightseeing City Tour - Part 1

Starting location: Transfer to Varanasi

Drive from Gaya to the holy city of Varanasi

Shri Kashi Vishwanath & Bharat Mata Temple

Seek blessings at the legendary Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga and Bharat Mata Mandir

Historic Chunar Fort Excursion

Explore the ancient fort overlooking the Ganges

BHU Campus & Ghat Exploration

Tour Banaras Hindu University and the scenic Shivala, Rana Mahal, and Alamgir Ghats

Evening Aarti at Assi Ghat

Witness the mesmerising evening Ganga Aarti at Assi Ghat

Overnight stay in Varanasi

Check in to your hotel for an overnight stay

Day 3

Varanasi Sightseeing City Tour - Part 2 & Departure

Starting location: Southern Temples Circuit

Visit Tulsi Manas Mandir, Durga Mandir, and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir

Sarnath Excursion (Dhamek Stupa)

Tour the ancient Buddhist heritage site and Dhamek Stupa

Khidkiya Ghat & Trade Center Museum

Visit modern cultural developments and the Trade Facilitation Center

Dashashwamedh Ghat & Rituals

Explore the prominent Dashashwamedh Ghat and its ancient ritual spaces

Departure Transfer

Transfer to Varanasi Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey

What’s included

✓ 2 nights accommodation at a 3-star hotel
✓ Daily breakfast and meals as provided by the hotel
✓ Dedicated cab, fuel/oil costs, and professional driver service
✓ Pickup and drop-off assistance at airport, railway station, or hotel locations

Not included

✕ Camera fees at monuments and temples
✕ Optional language converter guide service (available for an extra fee of Rs. 1500)
✕ Personal expenses, tipping, and anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions