Meeting at Varanasi Airport: Upon your arrival at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport Varanasi (VNS), located in Babatpur, Pindra, Uttar Pradesh 221006, India, a representative from Alkof Holidays will warmly welcome you and escort you to your hotel in Varanasi. After settling in and relaxing, you'll have the opportunity to explore the vibrant city, including its numerous ghats, revered temples, and bustling local marketplaces. As evening approaches, you'll witness the captivating Aarti ceremony performed on the banks of the sacred River Ganges. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at your Varanasi hotel.

Varanasi Exploration & Journey to Bodh Gaya: Following breakfast at your hotel in Varanasi, we will depart for Bodh Gaya, a significant Buddhist pilgrimage destination renowned as the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment under the sacred Bodhi Tree. Upon reaching Bodh Gaya, you will check into your hotel. Later, we will visit the Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site named in honor of the Buddha and a profoundly sacred place for Buddhists worldwide. You will also have the opportunity to explore the revered Maha-bodhi tree, considered holy as it sheltered Lord Buddha during his enlightenment. Our exploration will also include a visit to Sujata Village, the Niranajana River, and various monasteries, each offering insights into Buddhist culture and history. Enjoy an overnight stay at your hotel in Bodh Gaya.

Bodh Gaya to Varanasi via Gaya: After breakfast in Bodh Gaya, we will proceed to Gaya (approximately 12 kilometers) to visit the Vishnupad Temple, a highly sacred site for Hindus dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Religious texts state that the footprints enshrined within the temple belong to Vishnu himself. Following our visit to the Vishnupad Temple, we will begin our drive back to Varanasi (approximately 260 kilometers, a 6-hour journey). Upon arrival in Varanasi, you will check back into your hotel for a restful overnight stay, reflecting on the spiritual experiences of the day.