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04 Days
Daily Tour
30 people
English
This 4-day spiritual journey combines the sacred traditions of Varanasi and Bodhgaya, two of India’s most revered pilgrimage destinations. Experience the divine Ganga Aarti, ancient ghats, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Pind Daan rituals in Gaya, and the spiritual atmosphere of the Mahabodhi Temple.
Upon arrival at Varanasi Airport or railway station, guests will be transferred to their hotel. In the evening, they will witness the Aarti ceremony at river Ganges, a significant and deeply meaningful experience. The Ganga Aarti is a spectacular event. Thousands of people gather at the ghats to take part in this ritual.
After the ceremony, offerings of lamps and flowers are placed into the river, creating a beautiful and emotional scene as hundreds of small lamps drift along the water.
Overnight stay at hotel.
In the early hours of the morning, you will be taken to explore Dashaswamedh Ghat, Man Mandir Ghat, and Manikarnika Ghat by the Ganges. This experience is both mystical and spiritual, allowing you to observe individuals offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganges. You will also visit the Kashi Vishvanath Temple and the Mata Annapurna Temple. After your visits, you will return to the hotel for breakfast. Following breakfast, you will drive to Bodhgaya.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Begin your day early with a visit to Gaya Teertah, where you will explore the Vishnupad Temple and engage in various rituals. In Hindu tradition, individuals perform PINDA DAN for their ancestors, which can be done by the Falgu River near the Vishnupad Temple. After this, proceed to visit Akshy Vat, Sita Kund, and the Mangla Gauri Temple. Following lunch, you may continue your journey to the Mahabodhi Temple, Monastery, Thai Temple, and the 80-foot Buddha statue, before concluding your day with a drive to Varanasi.
Overnight stay at hotel.
In the early morning, visit to Assi Ghat to witness 'Subah-e-Banaras.' The occasion begins with a 01-hour yoga session around 5 AM, followed by a 02 hours music presentation from 6 to 8 AM. This program is named to highlight the sunrise from the ghats. Alongside yoga and music, ancient rituals such as Yajna will also be included. The schedule features the Morning Ganga Aarti with Shehnai and 'Mangalacharan' as morning ragas.
Return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, take some rest at hotel. Intime, check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport or railway station for your departure transfer.
The tour covers Varanasi, Gaya and Bodhgaya, combining Hindu pilgrimage sites, sacred ghats and important Buddhist attractions.
The package includes 3 nights and 4 days, with 2 nights in Varanasi and 1 night in Bodhgaya.
Yes. The itinerary includes an evening visit to witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti on the banks of the Ganges.
The tour includes a visit to the important Pinda Dan location in Gaya. Ritual arrangements and associated religious expenses are generally not included and can be arranged according to your requirements.
The itinerary includes visits to Kashi Vishvanath Temple and Mata Annapurna Temple, along with the major ghats of Varanasi.