17-Day Buddhist Temple with North East India Samll Group Tour from New Delhi: Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Patna, Kolkata, Darjeeling and Gangtok

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Product Code: 691203

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Explore Old and New Delhi with a guided city tour
    • Visiting most significant sites such as Humayun's Tomb Red Fort and Raj Ghat - the site of Ghandi's crematorium
    • Enjoy a Rickshaw ride through Delhi's backstreets
    • Uncover the holiest city with a sunrise boat ride along the Ganges River and enjoy to explore its many temples in Varanasi
    • Experience the most visited Holy city of Buddhist pilgrimage Bodhgaya, Nalanda, Rajgir
    • Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the key highlights of India's culture capital city Kolkata
    • Darjeeling home of the top cuppa, tea plantations, Tiger Hill, Buddhist monasteries & colourful markets
    • Visit to the Buddhist monasteries, Tibetan sites & flower orchards in Gangtok
Tour Code
691203
Duration
17 day
Departure City
New Delhi
End City
New Delhi
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Small group tour

Take an intimate and semi-private trip with a small group

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
New Delhi

Arrival at New Delhi

Hotel: Ivory 32 or similar

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On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 02
New Delhi

New Delhi

Hotel: Ivory 32 or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market. Overnight at Hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Qutub Minar Qutub Minar
  • Lotus Temple Lotus Temple
  • Humayun’s Tomb Humayun’s Tomb
  • India Gate India Gate
  • Jama Masjid Jama Masjid
  • Old Delhi Old Delhi
  • Rashtrapati Bhavan Rashtrapati Bhavan
  • Chandni Chowk Market Chandni Chowk Market

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Day 03
New Delhi

New Delhi - Varanasi (By Flight) - Sarnath (12 Kms / 30 Mins - One Way)

Hotel: Cresent Villa or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for Varanasi. Upon arrival at Varanasi airport, Our representative will meet you and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhist pilgrims, visit the Dhamek Stupa, the Archaeological museum and the Chaukhandi Stupa and Tibetan Buddhist Monastery- The peaceful and traditional Monastery. After finish your guided tour to Sarnath, later drive back to Varanasi for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 04
Varanasi

Varanasi

Hotel: Cresent Villa or similar

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Early morning boat ride at River Ganges, later drive back to your hotel and enjoy the breakfast. Later proceed for guided tour to Varanasi, visit Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple, Shri Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan Temple are the four famous temples in Varanasi. Also visit Bharat Mata Temple, Banaras Hindu University and Birla Mandir. Experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in the evening which is performed at the banks of the Ghat. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 05
Varanasi

Varanasi - Bodhgaya (255 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Hotel: Taj Darbar or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bodhgaya. Upon arrival at Bodhgaya check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 06

Bodhgaya

Hotel: Taj Darbar or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Bodhgaya, visit Mahabodhi Temple, Bodhi Tree, Metta Buddharam Temple, Bodhgaya archaeological museum, Sujata Temple, The Great Buddha, Metta Buddharam Temple, Ajapala Nigrodha Tree - Totoro Tree. Also visit Royal Bhutanese Monastery and various international monasteries. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 07

Bodhgaya - Rajgir - Nalanda - Patna (170 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Patliputra Nirvana or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Patna, via en-route visit to Rajgir & Nalanda, visit Gridhakuta Hill (Vulture 's peak), World Peace Stupa, Venuvanaram & Bimbisar Prison at Rajgir. Also visit Ajatshatru Fort, Maniyar Math, Saptaparni Cave. After lunch at Rajgir, later drive to Nalanda and visit the ruins of world ancient University. It was one of the oldest Universities of the World & International Centre for Buddhist Studies. After finish your guided tour to Rajgir and Nalanda, later continue drive to Patna. Upon arrival at Patna check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 08
Kolkata

Patna - Kolkata (By Flight)

Hotel: The Lindsay or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Patna airport to board the flight for Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 09
Kolkata

Kolkata

Hotel: The Lindsay or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Kolkata, visit Victoria Memorial Palace, Science CityMetro Rail, Belur MathMother Teresa Home, China Town and the Vidyasagar Setu. After finish your guided tour to Kolkata, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 10
Kolkata

Kolkata - Bagdogra (By Flight) - Darjeeling (65 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Hotel: Sonar Bangla or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Kolkata airport to board the flight for Bagdogra. Upon arrival at Bagdogra airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival at Darjeeling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 11

Darjeeling

Hotel: Sonar Bangla or similar

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Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Later drive back to your hotel for breakfast, via en-route visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop and spend some time with leisure activties. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu RockTibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. After finish your guided tour to Darjeeling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 12

Darjeeling - Pelling (75 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Hotel: Valley View or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Pelling. Upon arrival at Pelling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Pelling, visit Pemayangtse, Rimbi Falls, Sacred Khecheopalri Lake, Kanchendzonga Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Pemayangtse Monastery - designed and founded by Lama Lhatsun Chempo in 1705, it is one of the oldest and premier monasteries of Sikkim. Also walk around to Darap Village. After finish your guided tour to Pelling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 13

Pelling - Namchi - Gangtok (140 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Hotel: Central Hill Resort or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gangtok, via en-route visit to Namchi, Samdruptse Hill and Char Dham in Namchi. After finish your visit to Namchi, later continue drive to Gangtok. Upon arrival at Gangtok check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 14

Gangtok

Hotel: Central Hill Resort or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Banjhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 15

Gangtok - Kalimpong (74 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Hotel: Summit Barsana Resort & Spa or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Kalimpong, visit Kalimpong Durpin Dara (view point), Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery, Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 16
New Delhi

Kalimpong - Bagdogra (77 Kms / 2:30 Hrs) - New Delhi (By Flight)

Hotel: Ivory 32 or similar

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bagdogra airport to board the flight for New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 17
New Delhi

Departure from New Delhi

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Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 16 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
    • Assistance during arrival and departure
    • Daily breakfast at hotel
    • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
    • Local English speaking guide at New Delhi, Sarnath, Varanasi, Bodhgaya, Kolkata, Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok and Kalimpong
    • Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi
    • Visit to the most famous Buddhist sites at Sarnath
    • Boat Cruise and Evening / Morning aarti in Varanasi
    • Enjoy a Toy train ride at Darjeeling
    • One mineral water bottle per person per day
    • All currently applicable taxes including GST

Package Excludes

    • International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
    • Optional tours (Items and prices may vary due to different seasons and are subject to the final confirmation made by tour guide when on tour.)
    • Monument entry fees
    • Visas Fee (if applicable)
    • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
    • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you'll receive after booking)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 30 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 31 or More Days - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded

Special Notes

    • Frequently Asked Questions
      Are airport transfers included in this tour?
      - Yes.
      Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
      - Yes.
      Are the local guides are available other language?
      - Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.
      Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
      - Yes.
      Can I join the tour once it has departed?
      - Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
      Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
      - Yes.
      Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
      - Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
      Do you require a visa for this holiday?
      - Only for foreign national traveler.
      Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
      - Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.
      Is the transportation is air conditioned?
      - Yes.
      Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
      - Yes.
      Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
      - Yes.
      What currencies are required for this tour?
      - Currency always depend on the country.
      What documents will I receive before I travel?
      - You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
      What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
      - 100% departure if there is single traveler.
      What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
      - Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.​​​​​​​
      What is the maximum group size?
      - 10​​​​​​​.
      What is the standard of the hotels on the tour?
      - 3 Star​​​​​​​.
      What is the tipping policy?
      - Tips always optional.​​​​​​​
      Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
      - Yes.
      Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
      - Yes.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people.
* Child with a bed enjoys the same price as an adult.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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