Embark on a divine journey across the sacred land where Lord Buddha lived, meditated, attained enlightenment, and preached his message of peace — the North India Buddhist Circuit. This spiritual trail takes you through the most revered Buddhist sites spread across the northern plains and the foothills of the Himalayas, offering a perfect blend of history, spirituality, and tranquility.
The North India Buddhist Circuit is not just a travel experience; it’s a journey of self-discovery that connects the heart, mind, and soul with the eternal wisdom of the Buddha. Each destination holds immense spiritual and historical value, reminding pilgrims of the timeless message of compassion and enlightenment.
Package Inclusions (Suggested):
• Accommodation in 3★ hotels/guest houses
• Daily breakfast & dinner
• All transfers & sightseeing in AC vehicle (non-AC in hills)
• Monastery entry fees
• Experienced driver familiar with high-altitude terrain
Terms & Conditions
- 50% advance required for booking confirmation; balance due 7 days before travel
- Check-in time: 2 PM | Check-out time: 11 AM
- Room heaters/extra services may incur additional charges
- Vehicle is as per itinerary only; extra use will be chargeable
- No refunds for unused services
- Prices may vary during peak season, long weekends, or festive dates
Cancellation Policy
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Days Before Travel
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30+ Days
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15–29 Days
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7–14 Days
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Less than 7 Days
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Cancellation Fee
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10%
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25%
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50%
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100%
Travel Guidelines
• Acclimatize well for high-altitude areas (Tabo, Kaza)
• Dress modestly for monastery visits
• Carry warm clothes year-round
• Keep permits ready for restricted Spiti areas
Highlights:
• Tabo Monastery – 1,000-year-old Himalayan Buddhist treasure
• Key Monastery – largest in Spiti Valley
• Dhankar Monastery – cliffside spiritual site
• Dharamshala – home to the Dalai Lama & Tibetan Government-in-exile
• High-altitude villages & scenic Himalayan drives
Tour Plan
• Flight/train to Gaya
• Evening visit Mahabodhi Temple (UNESCO site) where Buddha attained enlightenment
• Overnight stay in Bodh Gaya
• Visit Bodhi Tree, Animesh Lochan Chaitya, Great Buddha Statue
• Explore monasteries from different countries (Thai, Japanese, Bhutanese, Tibetan)
• Overnight stay in Bodh Gaya
• Drive to Rajgir – visit Vulture’s Peak, Griddhakuta Hill, Bimbisara Jail
• Continue to Nalanda University ruins & museum (ancient Buddhist learning center)
• Proceed to Patna for overnight stay
• Visit Vaishali – site of Buddha’s last sermon
• Continue to Kushinagar – visit Mahaparinirvana Temple, Rambhar Stupa (Buddha’s cremation site)
• Overnight stay in Kushinagar
• Cross into Nepal (immigration formalities)
• Visit Lumbini Garden, Maya Devi Temple (Buddha’s birthplace)
• Explore Ashokan Pillar, monasteries built by various nations
• Overnight stay in Lumbini
• Drive to Sravasti – visit Jetavana Monastery, Ananda Bodhi Tree
• Overnight stay in Sravasti
• Drive to Varanasi
• Evening Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat
• Overnight stay in Varanasi
• Morning boat ride on Ganga
• Visit Sarnath – where Buddha gave his first sermon
o Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Sarnath Museum
• Overnight stay in Varanasi
• Flight/train back to Delhi
• Evening leisure/shopping
• Overnight stay in Delhi
• Transfer to airport for onward journey
