Explore the world with tourHQ
India · UNESCO Heritage Sites
The journey
Get a glimpse of Bihar's ancient history through visits to four of its most popular destinations - Bodhgaya, Barabar, Rājagṛbha, and Nālandā. Learn about the region's royal and cultural heritage on this short but efficient tour of sacred sites that retell ageless stories. Witness the 80 ft giant Buddha statue, visit the holy Mahabodhi Temple, explore the mysterious Barabar Caves, and discover the ancient university ruins of Nālandā.
Witness the 80 ft giant Buddha statue, visit the holy Mahabodhi Temple, explore the mysterious Barabar Caves, and discover the ancient university ruins of Nālandā.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Meet and greet with your tour guide.
Have a full and hearty breakfast.
Visit Mahabodhi Temple, the Bodhi Tree, Vajrasana or Diamond Throne, and other places in the temple complex.
See the 80 ft giant Buddha statue, along with the Archaeological Museum, monasteries, and Sujata Garh.
Visit the Mahabodhi Temple again in the evening to experience the incredible ambience of the temple complex.
Return to the hotel.
Have an early morning breakfast.
Drive to Barabar Caves, a 2-hour drive from Bodhgaya, where the renowned author E.M. Forster visited and mentioned the place in his book 'A Passage to India'.
Visit all seven caves carved out of granite, dating back to the 3rd century BC, with their highly polished internal surfaces and exciting echo effect.
Drive back to Bodhgaya and stay overnight at the hotel.
Have a full and hearty morning breakfast.
Drive to Nālandā and Rājagṛbha for a day excursion, taking about two and a half hours to reach.
Explore the ruins of one of the most ancient universities, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the beautiful Nālandā Archaeological Museum.
Drive to Rājagṛbha for lunch, followed by heritage exploration.
Visit Venu Vana Vihar, the hot springs, World Peace Pagoda, Gridhakutta Hill, and Sonbandar Cave.
Drive back to the hotel in Bodhgaya.
End of the tour.
Where this trip takes you
Mahabodhi Temple, Barabar Caves, Nālandā ruins
The route
The fine print
Chauffeur-driven air-conditioned deluxe car for all sightseeing and drives
Gaya airport arrival and departure transfers
All parking and fuel
Professional government-approved English-speaking Indian guide at all destinations
Mineral water bottles (one bottle per day) and chips
Accommodation
Monument and camera fees
Meals and drinks
Tips
Any services not mentioned above
Any increase in cost beyond our control, such as fuel increases, government levies, and taxes
Mobile phones or any electronic items are not allowed in the Mahabodhi Temple complex.
The Archaeological Museum is closed every Friday.
A rented car will be used with a professional driver.
Logistics
Your 3 days finish where they began, in Bodh Gaya.
Watch the film
Create your own adventure
Say goodbye to travel stress.
Starting from
When
Travellers
Total
—
