Bihar Buddhist Heritage – Bodhgaya, Rajgir & Nalanda Itinerary
This curated 4-day itinerary leads you through the historic and spiritual belt of Bihar — from the ancient ruins of Nalanda University and serene hills of Rajgir, to the enlightenment grounds of Bodhgaya. Explore where the Buddha meditated, where emperors built monasteries, and where sages once debated under mango trees. Ideal for pilgrims, heritage seekers, and knowledge lovers.
🏨 HOTEL OPTIONS
| Destination |
3★ Hotels |
4★ Hotels |
5★ Hotels |
| Patna |
Hotel Chanakya Inn, Samrat |
Hotel Patliputra Continental |
Lemon Tree Premier, Maurya Patna |
| Rajgir |
Indo Hokke, Rajgir Residency |
Gargee Gautam Vihar, Nalanda Guest |
(Luxury limited in the Rajgir area) |
| Bodhgaya |
Hotel Taj Darbar, Bodhgaya Regency |
Oaks Bodhgaya, Hotel Siddhartha International |
The Royal Residency, Mahabodhi Resort |
💰 COST PER PERSON (Twin Sharing Basis)
| Hotel Category |
Price (INR) |
| 3★ Hotels |
₹19,800 |
| 4★ Hotels |
₹26,500 |
| 5★ Hotels |
₹39,000 |
Based on a minimum of 2 pax. GST extra. Subject to seasonal availability.
✅ INCLUSIONS:
- 3 nights’ accommodation with breakfast & dinner
- Private AC vehicle with driver for the entire trip
- All sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Ropeway tickets (Rajgir)
- Bottled water during travel
- Divine India welcome kit
❌ EXCLUSIONS:
- Monument/museum entry fees
- Ritual/Puja fees in temples
- Personal expenses, shopping, lunch
- Train/flight tickets
- Anything not mentioned under “Inclusions”4
Details
This curated 4-day itinerary leads you through the historic and spiritual belt of Bihar — from the ancient ruins of Nalanda University and serene hills of Rajgir, to the enlightenment grounds of Bodhgaya. Explore where the Buddha meditated, where emperors built monasteries, and where sages once debated under mango trees. Ideal for pilgrims, heritage seekers, and knowledge lovers.
- Morning: Arrive in Patna, once the grand seat of power as Pataliputra. Transfer to the hotel and freshen up.
- Midday: Visit the Patna Museum to see Buddhist artefacts, the sacred casket with Buddha’s ashes, and Mauryan relics.
- Afternoon: Walk through Golghar and the Gandhi Maidan area, experiencing colonial-era vibes.
- Evening: Visit Takht Sri Patna Sahib, a revered Sikh shrine marking Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s birthplace.
- Overnight: Patna.
- Morning: Depart for Nalanda, once the world’s oldest university and hub of Buddhist learning. Explore monastic ruins, temples, and the Nalanda Archaeological Museum.
- Midday: Visit the Nalanda Multimedia Museum for an immersive historical showcase.
- Afternoon: Proceed to Rajgir, the ancient capital of the Magadh kingdom. Ride the ropeway to Vishwa Shanti Stupa atop Ratnagiri Hill.
- Evening: Visit Venuvana (Bamboo Grove), and walk near the Bimbisara Jail ruins and Ajatshatru Fort walls.
- Overnight: Rajgir.
- Morning: Drive to Gaya, the ancient city known for Pind Daan rituals and spiritual merit. Visit Vishnupad Temple and walk along the banks of the Phalgu River.
- Midday: Continue to Bodhgaya, where Prince Siddhartha became the Buddha.
- Afternoon: Visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spend quiet moments under the Bodhi Tree, believed to be the direct descendant of the original tree of enlightenment.
- Evening: Explore Thai, Japanese, and Bhutanese monasteries, each reflecting a unique Buddhist tradition.
- Overnight: Bodhgaya.
- Morning: After breakfast, an optional visit to Dungeshwari Caves, where Buddha meditated before Bodhgaya.
- Midday: Drive back to Patna for onward flight or train.
- Tour Ends, but your inner journey has just begun.
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