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Circuits

Buddhist Circuit

The places of the Buddha’s life, from first sermon to Mahaparinirvana.

Coming soon7 days4 sacred stopsGentle paceSeason: October to March

The route

SarnathThe Dhamek Stupa and the deer park where the Buddha gave his first sermon.
Bodh GayaThe Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi tree.
RajgirVulture Peak and the Bamboo Grove, associated with the Buddha’s teaching.
KushinagarThe Mahaparinirvana Temple, where the Buddha passed away.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive and settle in at Sarnath

    • Meet your Journey Manager and the group.
    • The Dhamek Stupa and the deer park where the Buddha gave his first sermon.
  2. Day 2

    Bodh Gaya

    • The Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi tree.
    • Travel from Sarnath with breaks, and an easy evening.
  3. Day 3

    A rest and darshan day at Bodh Gaya

    • A slower day for darshan, rest and buffer against weather or delays.
  4. Day 4

    Rajgir

    • Vulture Peak and the Bamboo Grove, associated with the Buddha’s teaching.
    • Travel from Bodh Gaya with breaks, and an easy evening.
  5. Day 5

    Kushinagar

    • The Mahaparinirvana Temple, where the Buddha passed away.
    • Travel from Rajgir with breaks, and an easy evening.
  6. Day 6

    Departure

    • Breakfast and transfer for your onward journey.

Indicative itinerary. Timings depend on darshan slots, weather and traffic, and your Journey Manager adjusts the plan on the day.

Price sheet

From Pricing confirmed on enquiry. Here is exactly what that covers.

Included

  • Ground transport from the meeting point, with verified drivers
  • A StayNaut Journey Manager throughout
  • Local hosts at each place and, where needed, a licensed guide
  • 6 nights in stays we have visited and checked, with breakfast
  • A daily WhatsApp update to a family contact, if you wish

Paid at official counters

  • Only where a temple or monument itself charges for entry, an aarti seat or a special-entry ticket
  • Shown to you in advance, charged at cost, with a receipt

Optional extras

  • Photography session with a vetted photographer
  • Wheelchair or other assistance
  • Puja through a vetted pujari at published rates
  • Single-room supplement

Not included

  • Flights or train tickets to the meeting point (we can help you book)
  • Meals not shown in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses, donations and shopping

We do not sell “VIP darshan”. If anyone offers it to you on this journey, tell your Journey Manager.

Good to know

  • A quiet, contemplative circuit with long but comfortable drives.
  • Dress modestly, and carry a light shawl or stole.
  • Wear comfortable footwear that is easy to remove. Shoes are left outside temples.
  • Carry a photo ID and any regular medicines.
  • Some temples do not allow phones, cameras or bags inside. We tell you which ones before you go and arrange safe storage.
  • Rules, timings and queues change around festivals and during VIP visits. Your Journey Manager checks on the day and adjusts the plan.
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