Buddhist Temple with North East India Tour
Duration
17 days
Max Group Size
10
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Age Requirement
1 - 85 Ages
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 17-day journey through India’s most iconic cultural, spiritual, and Himalayan destinations, beginning in the vibrant capital city of New Delhi with its majestic blend of Old and New Delhi landmarks. Travel onward to Varanasi to witness the sacred Ganges Aarti and explore ancient temples, followed by the serene Buddhist heritage of Sarnath and Bodhgaya, where enlightenment and history come alive. Continue through Rajgir, Nalanda, and Patna before flying to Kolkata, a city rich in colonial charm and cultural heritage. Venture into the misty hills of Darjeeling, Pelling, and Kalimpong, experiencing breathtaking Himalayan views, monasteries, tea gardens, and tranquil landscapes. Your journey in New Delhi, carrying memories of spiritual discovery, cultural richness, and scenic beauty across India’s diverse heartland, making this tour a truly enriching and lifelong travel experience.
Route
Starts from
New Delhi
Ends in
New Delhi
Highlights
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, Our representative will meet you and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhist pilgrims, visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa and Tibetan Buddhist Monastery- The peaceful and traditional Monastery. After finish your guided tour to Sarnath, later drive back to Varanasi for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Early morning boat ride at River Ganges, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy the breakfast. Later proceed for guided tour to Varanasi, visit Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple are the four famous temples in Varanasi. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University and Birla Mandir. Experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in the evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bodhgaya. Upon arrival at Bodhgaya check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Bodhgaya, visit Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Metta Buddharam Temple, Bodhgaya archaeological museum, Sujata Temple, The Great Buddha, Metta Buddharam Temple, Ajapala Nigrodha Tree - Totoro Tree. Also visit Royal Bhutanese Monastery and various international monasteries. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Patna, via en-route visit to Rajgir & Nalanda, visit Gridhakuta Hill (Vulture 's peak), World Peace Stupa, Venuvanaram & Bimbisar Prison at Rajgir. Also visit Ajatshatru Fort, Maniyar Math, Saptaparni Cave. After lunch at Rajgir, later drive to Nalanda and visit the ruins of world ancient University. It was one of the oldest Universities of the World & International Centre for Buddhist Studies. After finish your guided tour to Rajgir and Nalanda, later continue drive to Patna. Upon arrival at Patna check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Patna airport to board the flight for Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Kolkata, visit Victoria Memorial Palace, Science City, Metro Rail, Belur Math, Mother Teresa Home, China Town and the Vidyasagar Setu. After finish your guided tour to Kolkata, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Kolkata airport to board the flight for Bagdogra. Upon arrival at Bagdogra airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival at Darjeeling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Later drive back to your hotel for breakfast, via en-route visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop and spend some time with leisure activties. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. After finish your guided tour to Darjeeling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pelling. Upon arrival at Pelling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Pelling, visit Pemayangtse, Rimbi Falls, Sacred Khecheopalri Lake, Kanchendzonga Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Pemayangtse Monastery - designed and founded by Lama Lhatsun Chempo in 1705, it is one of the oldest and premier monasteries of Sikkim. Also walk around to Darap Village. After finish your guided tour to Pelling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gangtok, via en-route visit to Namchi, Samdruptse Hill and Char Dham in Namchi. After finish your visit to Namchi, later continue drive to Gangtok. Upon arrival at Gangtok check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Banjhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Kalimpong, visit Kalimpong Durpin Dara (view point), Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery, Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bagdogra airport to board the flight for New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Trip includes
Included
Accommodation at good 3 star hotels based on Twin / Double Sharing basis
• 3 Nights in New Delhi
• 2 Nights in Varanasi
• 2 Nights in Bodhgaya
• 1 Night in Patna
• 2 Nights in Kolkata
• 2 Nights in Darjeeling
• 1 Night in Pelling
• 2 Nights in Gangtok
• 1 Night in Kalimpong
Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs
Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.
• Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Sarnath, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok and Kalimpong.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian• 16 Breakfast at Hotel
Vegan
Jain
Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
MeatTransportation Details
All sightseeing and airport transfers for this tour will be arranged in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles to ensure a pleasant travel experience.
Vehicle Categories:
• 1–2 guests: Air-conditioned medium cars such as Toyota Etios, Swift Dzire, or similar.
• 3–4 guests: Air-conditioned large cars such as Toyota Innova or similar.
• 5–10 guests: Air-conditioned mini-vans such as Tempo Traveller or similar.
Additional Information:
• All vehicles will be driven by experienced, Local English-speaking drivers.
• Our drivers are well-trained, familiar with local routes, and committed to providing a safe and comfortable journey.
• Vehicle allocation will be based on the group size to ensure maximum comfort and convenience for all travelers.
• 16 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
• Assistance during arrival and departure.
• Daily breakfast at Hotel.
• All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
• Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Sarnath, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok and Kalimpong.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
• Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
• Day trip to Sarnath.
• Boat Cruise and Evening / Morning aarti in Varanasi.
• Toy train ride at Darjeeling.
• One mineral water bottle per person per day.
• All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Excluded
• Flight from New Delhi to Varanasi
• Flight from Patna to Kolkata
• Flight from Kolkata to Bagdogra
• Flight from Bagdogra to New Delhi
• Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability, and cost of healthcare around the world, travel insurance is an essential and necessary part of every journey. We strongly recommend that all travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to ensure protection and compensation for any cancellations or trip interruptions with any cause, as well as for other unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and travel disruptions.
• Visas Fee (if applicable).
• Monument entry fees.
• The package does not include the cost of visas and SDF charges, if applicable.
• Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
• Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
• International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
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