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Sarnath and Varanasi Private Day Tour from Bodhgaya with Return

5.0 (one review) 11–12 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Sarnath and Varanasi Private Day Tour from Bodhgaya with Return

About this activity

Explore the important Buddhist sites of Sarnath on a private day tour from Bodhgaya with return transportation. Visit Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa and Mulagandha Kuti Vihara while learning about the place where the Buddha delivered his first sermon. Travel comfortably by private vehicle with a local guide and enjoy a flexible itinerary. If time permits, an optional boat ride on the Ganges River in Varanasi can be arranged at an additional cost.

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At a glance

Duration
11–12 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Buddha Trails Tours

Ages: Adults (0–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: English speaking local guide
  • Included: AC Transport
  • Included: Entrance fees
  • Included: Lunch

Not included

  • Not included: Any extras which is not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Not included: Camera Fee
  • Not included: Travel Insurance

Itinerary

  1. Chaukhandi Stupa

    30 min Admission included

    Visit Chaukhandi Stupa, traditionally marking the place where the Buddha met his five former companions after arriving at Sarnath following his enlightenment.

  2. Dhamek Stupa

    one hour Admission included

    Visit Dhamek Stupa at Sarnath, marking the place where the Buddha delivered his first teaching after enlightenment and set the Wheel of Dharma in motion.

  3. Stop 3

    15 min

    Visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihara at Sarnath, known for its beautiful murals depicting scenes from the Buddha’s life and for housing sacred Buddhist relics.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • OYO 82206 Aditya Guest House
  • Rajhat Maranao House
  • Anand Homestay Bihar
  • Royal View Residency
  • Hotel Diamond Palace 14.4km from Mahabodhi Temple
  • Marasa Sarovar Premiere, Bodhgaya
  • Hotel O Aryan Guest House
  • SPOT ON 37836 Happy International Guest House
  • OYO 45146 Kumar Guest House
  • The Residency, Bodhgaya
  • SPOT ON 43287 Hotel Shankar
  • Hotel Manokamna

and 145 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Sarnath and Varanasi Private Day Tour from Bodhgaya with Return

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