Bihar Heritage & Spiritual Trail – Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir & Bodh Gaya in 6 Days

Bihar Heritage & Spiritual Trail – Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir & Bodh Gaya in 6 Days

Duration

6D 5N

People Availability

50

Minimum Age

10+

Location

Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir & Bodh Gaya

Bihar Heritage & Spiritual Trail – Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir & Bodh Gaya in 6 Days

Discover the rich heritage and spirituality of Bihar, the land of ancient history and sacred journeys.
Begin in Patna, exploring Golghar, Patna Sahib Gurudwara, and museums that reflect Bihar’s royal past.
Travel to Nalanda, home to the world’s oldest university ruins and the Nalanda Archaeological Museum.
Continue to Rajgir, where you can visit Vishwa Shanti Stupa, hot springs, and sites linked with Lord Buddha and Mahavira.
Head to Bodh Gaya, one of the holiest Buddhist sites, where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.
Seek blessings at Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore monasteries from across the world.
Visit Vaishali, a significant place in Buddhist and Jain traditions, known for its ancient stupas and Ashokan Pillar.
Enjoy scenic drives through rural landscapes, experiencing Bihar’s simplicity and cultural warmth.
This 6-day journey blends history, spirituality, and culture, making it ideal for pilgrims, families, and heritage lovers.

Best Time to Visit
October to March – pleasant for sightseeing.
Bodh Gaya peak season: D`ecember – February (Dalai Lama’s teachings sometimes held).

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation with breakfast.
  • Private vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing.
  • Driver allowance, tolls, parking.
  • Flight / Train tickets.
  • Entry fees, ropeway, puja expenses.
  • Lunch & Dinner.

Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival in Patna

Arrive at Patna Airport / Railway Station.
Visit:
Golghar (British-era granary, panoramic views).
Kumhrar (ancient Pataliputra ruins).
Patna Museum (Mauryan & Gupta period artefacts).
Takht Sri Patna Sahib (famous Sikh pilgrimage site).
Evening at Ganga Ghats for aarti.
Overnight stay in Patna.

Day 2: Patna → Nalanda → Rajgir

Drive to Nalanda University (90 km / 2 hrs).
Visit Nalanda Archaeological Site & Museum.
Proceed to Rajgir (12 km).
Vishwa Shanti Stupa (ropeway ride).
Griddhakuta Hill (Buddha’s preaching site).
Hot Springs.
Overnight stay in Rajgir.

Day 3: Rajgir → Bodh Gaya

After breakfast, drive to Bodh Gaya (80 km / 2 hrs).
Full day sightseeing:
Mahabodhi Temple (UNESCO World Heritage).
Bodhi Tree (where Buddha attained enlightenment).
Thai, Japanese, Bhutanese Monasteries.
Great Buddha Statue (80 ft).
Overnight in Bodh Gaya.

Day 4: Bodh Gaya → Gaya → Deoghar (Optional) / or Stay in Bodh Gaya

Visit Vishnupad Temple in Gaya (for Pitru Tarpan rituals).
Optional: Long drive to Deoghar (Baidyanath Jyotirlinga) if pilgrims want to cover. Otherwise, spend relaxed evening in Bodh Gaya.
Overnight stay.

Day 5: Bodh Gaya → Vaishali → Patna

Drive to Vaishali (165 km / 4–5 hrs).
Visit:
Ashokan Pillar.
Relic Stupa.
Vishwa Shanti Stupa.
Continue to Patna.
Overnight stay in Patna.

Day 6: Departure

Morning free for shopping in Patna (Madhubani paintings, Mithila art).
Transfer to Airport / Railway Station.

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