• Chaukhandi Stupa - Begin the day with a morning pick-up from the Varanasi hotel and head to Sarnath for a day tour.

The stupa holds religious significance due to its history and the relic of Buddha reuniting with his five companions in Sarnath. The Chaukhandi Stupa is considered one of the most sacred and significant monuments of Buddhist culture. It is built on the very site where Lord Buddha first encountered his five ascetics, to whom he later imparted his initial teachings. The Chaukhandi Stupa represents an evolution of burial mounds and serves as a shrine to Lord Buddha.

• Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath - Dhamek Stupa marks the location where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his initial five disciples in Sarnath. This park holds great importance as it is where Buddha shared his first teachings after enlightenment, unveiling his “Eightfold Path.”
• Dharmarajika Stupa - Visit the Dharmarajika Stupa to explore the remnants of an archaeological marvel and the site where Lord Buddha’s remains were enshrined. Engage with Buddhist devotees who come to honor the life and teachings of Buddha. Today, only the foundations of this grand stupa are visible, yet it retains historical significance. Envision the towering structure that once stood proudly amidst scenic gardens, housing the relics of Lord Buddha. Observe the stone pillars and walls encircling the stupa. Witness monks and pilgrims meditating quietly on the surrounding lawns, gazing in awe at the ruins. (Note: Closed on Sunday)
• Mulagandha Kuti Vihar - The ruins of the ancient Mulagandhakuti Vihara signify the place where Buddha spent his first rainy season. This was the main temple, marked by the presence of the Ashokan pillar at the front.
  We will have lunch (optional) at a reputable restaurant in Sarnath. After lunch, we will visit the Ashoka pillar.
• Ashoka Pillar - The national emblem of India and a testament to Emperor Ashoka’s visit to Sarnath, the Ashoka Pillar, carved from stone, is a remarkable structure featuring four lions at the top. This 50-meter-long pillar, along with the Dhamek Stupa, is Ashoka’s contribution to Buddhism, and the entire complex exudes a serene atmosphere. Numerous monks can be seen meditating around the compound. The complex is adorned with lush green lawns, and together with the Stupa, they form a colony, with the Ashoka Pillar as the main attraction. India’s oldest archaeological museum is located at the edge of the complex.
• Sarnath Museum - The Sarnath Archaeological Museum is renowned for the four-headed lion that once adorned the Ashoka Pillar, dating back to the 3rd century BC. This is where Gautama Buddha delivered his first major sermon to his initial five disciples after achieving enlightenment. (Note: Closed on Friday.)
• Wat Thai Sarnath Temple - Commonly known as the Thai Temple, Wat Thai Sarnath Temple was established by Thai dignitaries in 1933. Featuring manicured gardens, the Thai Temple is constructed in the Thai architectural style and is managed by Thai Buddhist monks. Just before the entrance of the main temple, there are images of a laughing Buddha along with a depiction of Lord Buddha delivering a sermon to his disciples. Another statue of Lord Buddha in Bhumisparsha mudra is present in the temple.
  A notable feature of the Thai Temple in Sarnath is the 80-foot-tall statue of Buddha in a standing position. The construction of the statue reportedly took over a decade. There are flowing fountains with blooming lotus flowers leading up to the statue.

After visiting Wat Thai Temple, the tour concludes with a drop-off at the Varanasi Hotel.

• Pick up & drop: Varanasi City Hotel only.
• Accompanying English Speaking Guide.
• Private Ac vehicle throughout the tour.
• All Applicable Taxes.
• 01 Mineral Water Bottle per person.

• Tips and gratuities are optional, based on guest discretion and service satisfaction.
• Entrance fee for the monuments is charged directly at the site

• Tour can be customized as per customer’s requirement.
• If pickup from outside city hotels / airport / railway station then it will be an additional charge, payable directly.
• Car Type: for one to two people, four Seater Sedan.
• Car Type: for three to four people, five Seater Innova.
• Car Type: for five to eight people, nine Seater Traveller.
• The entrance fees mentioned are approximate, as per government norms, and are subject to change in the future.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.