Day 1: Arrival in Varanasi

• Arrive in Varanasi, one of the oldest cities in the world and a major pilgrimage site for Hindus.
• Spend the evening exploring the ghats along the Ganges River and witnessing the Ganga Aarti ceremony.

Day 2: Varanasi

• Start your day with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, witnessing the rituals and activities along the river.
• Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
• Explore other significant sites in Varanasi such as Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon, and the Dhamek Stupa.

Day 3: Bodhgaya

• Travel to Bodhgaya, where Siddhartha Gautama attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree.
• Visit the Mahabodhi Temple Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and meditate under the Bodhi Tree.
• Explore other attractions in Bodhgaya, such as the Great Buddha Statue and various monasteries.

Day 4: Rajgir and Nalanda

• Drive to Rajgir, an ancient city associated with Buddha’s teachings.
• Visit the Vulture’s Peak, where Buddha preached many important sermons, and the Griddhakuta Hill.
• Proceed to Nalanda, an ancient center of learning and one of the oldest universities in the world.
• Explore the ruins of Nalanda University, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Nalanda Archaeological Museum.

Day 5: Patna and Vaishali

• Travel to Patna, the capital city of Bihar.
• Visit the Patna Museum to explore its collection of historical artifacts.
• Proceed to Vaishali, an important pilgrimage site associated with Buddha’s life.
• Explore attractions in Vaishali such as the Ashoka Pillar and the Buddha Stupa.

Day 6: Kushinagar

• Drive to Kushinagar, where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana (enlightened passing).
• Visit the Mahaparinirvana Temple and the Ramabhar Stupa, which marks the cremation site of Buddha.
• Explore other sites in Kushinagar such as the Mathakaut Temple and the Japanese Temple.

Day 7: Lumbini and Kapilavastu

• Cross the border into Nepal and travel to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha.
• Visit the sacred Maya Devi Temple and explore the Lumbini Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Proceed to Kapilavastu, the ancient Shakya kingdom where Buddha spent his early years.
• Explore archaeological sites in Kapilavastu such as Tilaurakot and the Kapilavastu Museum.

Day 8: Shravasti

• Drive to Shravasti, an important pilgrimage site associated with Buddha’s monastic life.
• Visit Jetavana Monastery, where Buddha spent many rainy seasons and delivered important teachings.
• Explore other attractions in Shravasti such as the Anathapindika Stupa and the Gandhakuti (Buddha’s hut).
• Return to Varanasi or proceed to your next destination for departure.