Foot Steps of Buddha
India
Arrive Varanasi : For Hindus, Varanasi, India, is the holiest of the seven sacred cities. And Buddhism was founded at nearby Sarnath around 528 B.C., when Buddha gave his first sermon, "The Setting in Motion of the Wheel of Dharma” (also called “Turning the Wheel of the Dharma”).
Sarnath : It’s famous as the site where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma, or where Buddha preached his first sermon. It is also the place where the original Sangha was formed.
Museum in Sarnath : the oldest site museum of the Archaeological Survey of India.
Ashok Pillar : The pillars and edicts represent the first physical evidence of the Buddhist faith. The inscriptions assert Ashoka's Buddhism and support his desire to spread the dharma throughout his kingdom.
Ganges River : The Ganges River is most sacred in the Hindu tradition. It is understood as the personification of the Goddess Ganga.
Arrive Bodhgaya : One of the most important and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage center in the world. It was here under a banyan tree, the Bodhi Tree, Gautama attained supreme knowledge to become Buddha,the Enlightened One.
Sujata village : Sujata, was a farmer's wife, who is said to have fed Gautama Buddha a bowl of kheera, a milk-rice pudding, ending his six years of asceticism at this place.
Mahabodhi Temple : A sacred place of worship for Buddhists from around the world. It is a place of meditation and remembrance for the Buddha.
The Bodhi Tree : Buddha, is said to have attained enlightenment or buddhahood circa 500 BCE under this tree.
Rajgir : an ancient city in the northeast Indian state of Bihar. Surrounded by hills, it's known for its holy sites.
Vulture’s peak : The Vulture Peak also known as the Holy Eagle Peak or Griddhrakūta (or Gādhrakū- ta), was the Buddha's favorite retreat in Rajagaha.
Bimbisara prison : Bimbisara was later imprisoned by his son Ajatashatru in order to take over the throne of the kingdom of Magadha.
Venuvan vihara : built by King Bimbisara for Lord Buddha to reside. ‘Venuvana’ or the forest of Bamboos was the royal park gifted to Buddha in order to make it easier for his devotees to visit him.
Nalanda University : was a renowned mahavihara in ancient Magadha. Considered by historians to be the world's first residential university and among the greatest centers of learning in the ancient world. Buddha came here to see his disciper.
Vaishali : Vaishali is a great Buddhist pilgrimage and is now an archaeological site. It is a part of the Tirhut Division.
Kutagarasala Vihara : It is said that the Buddha visited this place thrice and spent quite a long time here. The Buddha also delivered his last sermon at Vaishali and announced his Nirvana here. After his death, Vaishali also held the second Buddhist Council.
Kushinagar : is an international tourist place closely associated with legend Lord Buddha, Founder of
Buddhism . It is one of the four sacred places of Lord Buddha.
Mahaparinirvana Temple : This was the place where Gautam Buddha attained Parinirvana which means he achieved Nirvana before his death.
Rambhar Stupa : cremation site of Lord Buddha.
Saravasti : Sravasti on the bank of Rapti was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Kosala. During the days of the Buddha, its prosperity reached its peak under the powerful ruler of Prasenaji. In the Mahaparinibnana-Sutta, Sravasti is mentioned as one of the six important cities where Buddha had a large following. Now the remains of the famous Jetavana lie within an irregular enclosure wall at Sahet.
Saheth Maheth : The place where the Buddha lived most after his enlightenment.
Jetavana - is the name a famous Buddhist monastery garden. It is in India, outside the ancient city of Savatthi. The Buddha spent 24 or 25 rainy-seasons in the garden.
Lumbini : Lumbini Province is a province in western Nepal. The third largest province by area and the third largest by population, Lumbini province is home to the World Heritage Site of Lumbini, where according to the Buddhist tradition, the founder of Buddhism, Gautama Buddha was born.
Tilaurakot : the location of the ancient Shakyan city of Kapilavastu, where Gautama Buddha spent the first 29 years of his life.
The Mayadevi Temple : a heart of Lumbini and GLBC. It houses the Marker Stone, the Nativity Sculpture and the structural ruins, all related to the birth of Buddha. The Marker Stone pinpoints the exact birth spot and the Nativity Sculpture depicts the birth scene of the Prince Siddhartha.
After breakfast, Free at own activities to explore Lumbini or do your last minute shopping . Until your transfer to the airport to catch flight for home destination.
Early Morning we will Land Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Airfare from Kuala Lampur - Varanasi - Lumbini - Kuala Lumpur included all the taxes
- 9 night’s accommodation in India and Nepal based on twin sharing at the hotels mentioned above or similar as per the itinerary
- Daily buffet breakfast served at all places in the hotels
- Other meals (lunch & dinner) will be served at the hotel / local restaurants
- Entrance fees at all monuments (one time only) as per the itinerary
- India and Nepal Tourist Visa & Tourism Development Fee
- Sunrise boat ride and Ganges river
- Tipping for Tour Guide & Driver
- Services of an accompanying English / Chinese speaking local guide shall be provided during sightseeing & excursion tours as per the itinerary all the way
- Special welcome at the airport on arrival with Garland
- Unlimited of Mineral water will be provided everyday during sightseeing tour
- All transfers, excursions and sightseeing tours will be Toyota Deluxe Coach
- Road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges, interstate taxes, and porter age at all hotels & airports
- All currently applicable taxes, including Bhutan Government service tax
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
- Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, any insurance etc
- Any meals other than the mentioned
- Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions
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- Alcohol beverages, Expenses of personal nature, Evacuation in case of Emergency, Medical and Personal Insurance
- Any airfare other then specified
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FLIGHT FROM MALAYSIA
Group Tour – Join tour with other; Private Tour – Required minimum of 4 pax travelling together.
Flight Time> KL – Varanasi| 1800/1205 || Lumbini -KL 0900/0350
| DATES TOUR | GROUP TOUR | PRIVATE TOUR |
|---|---|---|
| 28 MAR 2025 | RM 11,999 | RM 14,299 |
| 25 APR 2025 | RM 11,999 | RM 14,299 |
| 12 SEP 2025 | RM 11,999 | RM 14,299 |
| 17 OCT 2025 | RM 11,999 | RM 14,299 |
| 21 NOV 2025 | RM 11,999 | RM 14,299 |
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| Agent Name | Contact No | City |
|---|---|---|
| GO HOLIDAY 360 | 010-256 9979 | KUALA LUMPUR |
| MALAYSIAN HARMONY TOUR & TRAVEL | 03-2145 4226 | KUALA LUMPUR |
| ABC HOLIDAYS | 03-2148 0666 | KUALA LUMPUR |
| QEM WORLDWIDE TRAVEL ( CHERAS ) | 014-268 3233 | CHERAS / KAJANG |
| HOMES TRAVEL | 05-2539808 | PERAK |
- Flight KUL – Varanasi - Lumbini - KUL - No Back Track
- Free India & Nepal Tourist Visa (Single entry)
- Free Unlimited Drinking Water during sightseeing
- English or Chinese Speaking Guide
- Free Welcome Garland on Arrival
- Free sunrise boat ride at Ganges River
- Free Special Departure gift
- Special Prayers at Lumbini Temple
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