(Not To Miss) IRCTC Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train Tour Package: Check Dates, Cost, And Other Details

For Buddhists from all around the world, the Buddhist Circuit in India is an important route for pilgrimage. It includes Bodh Gaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar, and Lumbini (in Nepal), as well as other significant Buddhist locations.The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) offers a specifically created Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train package in order to facilitate and encourage tourism to these holy locations. This complete package aims to give tourists who are interested in learning about the Buddhist legacy of India and its neighbours a hassle-free and educational experience.IRCTC offers a special package called the Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train that enables visitors to take a spiritual tour of the Buddhist sites in India and Nepal. For the travelers convenience, the package includes a carefully thought-out itinerary, accommodation, meals, transportation, and knowledgeable guides.Buddhist Circuit tourist train duration:7 nights and 8 daysBuddhist Circuit tourist train dates:21st October 20234th November 202316th November 202327th January 202424th February 202423rd March 2024Please note that it is highly advisable to check with the official website to confirm duration and dates before travel or bookings as it is subject to change.Buddhist Circuit tourist train boarding and deboarding stations:DelhiBodhgayaNalanda / RajgirVaranasi / SarnathLumbiniKushinagarSravastiAgra / DelhiPlease note that it is highly advisable to check with the official website to confirm boarding and deboarding stations as it is subject to change as per the itinerary.Buddhist circuit tourist train Itinerary:Day 1:At 13:00 reach Delhi Safdarjung Railway StationAt 14:30 Buddhist Circuit Tourist Train departure for GayaDinner on boardDay 2:Breakfast on boardArrival at GayaDepart for Bodhgaya by coachCheck-in at the hotel and have lunch Sightseeing of Mahabodhi Temple Niranjana River, Thai Temple, Buddha Statue Japanese TempleDinner at the hotel with an overnight stayDay 3:Breakfast at the hotel, check outDeparture for Rajgir by coachArrive at Rajgir and sightseeing at Bimbimsara Jail, Gridhakut Hill and VenuvanReturn to hotel for lunchNalanda visit to see Nalanda University and Nalanda MuseumDepart for Gaya Railway Station and board the train for VaranasiDiner on boardDay 4:Breakfast on boardReach Varanasi and proceed to Sarnath and witness Dhamekh Stupa, Ashokan Pillar, Sarnath Museum, and Mulgandha Kuti ViharCheck-in at the hotel, have lunch, fresh and upWitness Ganga aarti in the evening at River Ganges GhatProceed to the railway station to board the train for Nautanwa Dinner on boardDay 5:Breakfast on boardArrive at Nautanwa Railway stationProceed to Lumbini, Nepal by coachCheck-in and lunch at the hotelLumbini sightseeing including Maya Devi Temple Ashokan PillarDinner at the hotel with an overnight stayDay 6:Breakfast at the hotel and checkoutDepart for Kushinagar by coachArrive, check in, and have lunch at the hotelVisit Mahaparinirvan Temple, Mata Kutir Temple, Rambhar Stupa, etcProceed to Gorakhpur Railway Station by coachesDepart to reach BalrampurDinner on boardDay 7:Arrival at Balrampur to reach Sravasti by coach which is around 15 kmCheck in at the hotel and have breakfastVisit Jetvana Vihara, Sehat Mahet and Pakki KutiHave lunch at the hotel and relaxArrive at Balrampur Railway station and board the train to reach AgraDinner on boardDay 8:Breakfast on boardArrive at Agra City railway stationWitness the Taj Mahal and proceed to Agra Cantt. Railway StationDepart for New DelhiLunch and evening tea on boardReach Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station with great memoriesBuddhist Circuit tourist train Inclusions:Travel aboard an air-conditioned train following the itineraryAccording to the itinerary, road transportation will be by AC coachesAll the Sightseeing as mentioned in the itineraryAccommodations in line with the itineraryMeals that follow the ItineraryA tour guide who speaks Hindi and EnglishAs stated in the itinerary, entrance fees to monuments and sightseeingTravel InsuranceBuddhist Circuit tourist train Exclusions:Visa costs for Nepal and IndiaPersonal items such as alcohol, laundry, and other personal itemsTransfers by road to and from the Safdarjung Railway Station in DelhiHotel stays in Delhi both before and after the trip, as well as airfare and visa fees, etcAnything else not included in the package priceCharges for using still or flash photography at monuments and other locationsPlease note that it is highly advisable to check with the official website to confirm the inclusions and exclusions before booking and there are certain terms, conditions, and important notes to follow from the official IRCTC website.Buddhist Circuit tourist train Price for AC- First Class:INR 13,991 ($171) per day or INR 1,11,931 ($1368) full tourBuddhist Circuit tourist train Price for AC-2 Tier Class:INR 11,700 ($143) per day or INR 93,603 ($1144) full tourBuddhist Circuit tourist train Price for AC- First Coupe Class:INR 13,991 ($171) per day or INR 1,24,204 ($1518) full tourPlease note that it is highly advisable to check with the official website to confirm the price per person, dates, duration, itinerary, inclusions, exclusions, etc as it is subject to change.