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Varanasi Gaya Tour Package

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

Varanasi Gaya Tour Package mainBuddhist Circuit

Duration

3 Days / 2 Nights

Category

Buddhist Circuit

Destinations

2 places

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

Upon arrival at the airport, railway station, or other pickup locations, your guide and cab driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. After a brief half-hour rest to settle your luggage, head out for a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Gaya and Bodhgaya. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, Archaeological Museum, Bodhi Tree, Wat Thai Buddhagaya, Great Buddha Statue, Thai Temple, Vishnupad Mandir, Dungeshwari Cave, Buddha Temple Bodhgaya, Prachin Bharat Multimedia Museum, Tergar Monastery, and Mucalinda Lake. Overnight stay at your hotel.

  1. Stop 1 of 5StartStay

    Hotel Check-in & Arrival

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

  2. Stop 2 of 5

    Mahabodhi Temple & Sacred Bodhi Tree Complex

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

  3. Stop 3 of 5

    Great Buddha Statue & Monasteries

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

  4. Stop 4 of 5

    Vishnupad Mandir & Dungeshwari Caves

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

  5. Stop 5 of 5Stay

    Overnight stay in Gaya / Bodhgaya

    Return to the hotel for rest and overnight stay

Day 2

Varanasi Sightseeing City Tour - Part 1

Travel to Varanasi to experience its deep spiritual heritage. Your city tour includes visits to the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, and the historic Chunar Fort. Continue your exploration with visits to the Assi Ghat Aarti, Shivala Ghat, Banaras Hindu University, Rana Mahal Ghat, and the Alamgir Mosque. Overnight stay in Varanasi.

  1. Stop 1 of 6

    Transfer to Varanasi

    Drive from Gaya to the holy city of Varanasi

  2. Stop 2 of 6

    Shri Kashi Vishwanath & Bharat Mata Temple

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

  3. Stop 3 of 6

    Historic Chunar Fort Excursion

    Explore the ancient fort overlooking the Ganges

  4. Stop 4 of 6

    BHU Campus & Ghat Exploration

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

  5. Stop 5 of 6

    Evening Aarti at Assi Ghat

    Witness the mesmerising evening Ganga Aarti at Assi Ghat

  6. Stop 6 of 6Stay

    Overnight stay in Varanasi

    Check in to your hotel for an overnight stay

Day 3

Varanasi Sightseeing City Tour - Part 2 & Departure

Dedicate your final day to exploring more of Varanasi's prominent landmarks. Visit the Tulsi Manasa Temple, Durga Mandir, Dashashwamedh Ghat, Dhamek Stupa, Sankat Mochan Mandir, Khidkiya Ghat, and the Trade Center Museum, alongside experiencing the regular Ganga Aarti rituals. Conclude your tour with a drop-off at your designated departure location, such as the airport or railway station.

  1. Stop 1 of 5

    Southern Temples Circuit

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

  2. Stop 2 of 5

    Sarnath Excursion (Dhamek Stupa)

    Tour the ancient Buddhist heritage site and Dhamek Stupa

  3. Stop 3 of 5

    Khidkiya Ghat & Trade Center Museum

    Visit modern cultural developments and the Trade Facilitation Center

  4. Stop 4 of 5

    Dashashwamedh Ghat & Rituals

    Explore the prominent Dashashwamedh Ghat and its ancient ritual spaces

  5. Stop 5 of 5

    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