3-Hour Buddhist Tour of Sarnath with Temple and Museum Visit

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the world-famous ancient site of Sarnath and its Archaeological Museum
• 02 Pay your respects at the Main Buddha Temple
• 03 Learn more about Buddhism and the teachings of Lord Buddha
• 04 Explore one of the four holiest places in Buddhism

Just 10 kilometres from the city center, Sarnath is one of the four holiest places in Buddhism and one of the most important Buddhist sites near Varanasi. After attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya, Lord Buddha came here and delivered his first sermon. This short tour introduces you to the spiritual and historical significance of Sarnath through its main Buddhist temple, ancient site, and Archaeological Museum.

Just 10 kilometres from the city center, Sarnath is one of the four holiest places in Buddhism and one of the most important Buddhist sites near Varanasi.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Varanasi, Sarnath

Languages English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Explore the Sacred Buddhist Site of Sarnath

Sarnath is one of the famous Buddhist sites in Varanasi. It is 15 km away from the city center, where Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon.

You will visit the Main Buddhist Temple, the ancient site, and the Archaeological Museum.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Only guide fees

What's Not Included

• Any monument and museum entrance tickets
• Any transportation
• Any tips

Know before you go

• Bring money to buy entrance tickets.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

At the hotel or at the Sarnath site

Tour start

Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221007, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.