Excursion tour of Rajgir & Nalanda from Bodhgaya

Excursion tour of Rajgir & Nalanda from Bodhgaya

By TOP TRAVEL AND TOURS PVT LTD.

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8h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Rajgir has got the name from Raj Griha meaning the abode of the king. Rajgir is one of the most important tourist places in India. Rajgir has its own very scenic beauty surrounded by five holy hills, the picturesque little town of Rajgir is important for Buddhists as well as Jains. Here the two rock-cut caves were the favorite retreats of the Buddha and it was on this hill that he preached two of his most famous sermons.

Nalanda is located 14 kms. from Rajgir.

Built on a hallowed site where the Buddha had often stayed, Nalanda is one of the world's oldest living cities. The Buddhist University of Nalanda, once the most prestigious center of learning in Asia, was built here. The evocative ruins of its monasteries and temples still convey a vivid impression of the serene and ordered life of contemplation and learning that prevailed here.

Activity location

Vishwa Shanti Stupa
- Shanti Stupa Road,
- 803116, Rajgir, Bihar, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

Vishwa Shanti Stupa
- Shanti Stupa Road,
- 803116, Rajgir, Bihar, India

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Car + Guide

8h
English

Guide
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 586.84 x 1 AdultRM 586.84

Total

Until Thu, 16 May

Car + Guide + Lunch

8h
English

Lunch
Guide
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 656.71 x 1 AdultRM 656.71

Total

Until Thu, 16 May

What's included, what's not

2 Mineral Water (500 ml) per person
Professional Local English Speaking Guide services during sightseeing tour, as per itinerary.
Government Service Tax.
All transport services including pick-up & drop from Hotel, sightseeing tours using Private AC Car.
Any expenses of personal nature.
Entrance Fees at Monuments, this can be settled directly at the time of visiting Monument.
Cable car ride fee is not included.

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Top Travel & Tours Pvt. Ltd.
7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If cancelled between 3 and 6 days in advance of the scheduled departure, 50% cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, 100% cancellation fee.
The tour is open for all the days and booking can be processed at cut-off of 48 Hrs.
Hotel should be located in Bodhgaya.
Around 0900 Hrs. However, this can be modified as per the convenience of guest.
You will be notified departure time after booking.
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, twelve seater Tempo Traveller.

Activity itinerary

Rajgir (Pass by)

Rajgir Pickup from Bodhgaya hotel to Rajgir Visit Shanti Stupa, Girddhkuta Peak, Venu Van, and Bimbisara Prison. Rajgir is famous for rock-cut caves, forts, Buddhist ruins, shell inscriptions, and Hindu and Jain temples. Now a small town, Rajgir was once the capital of the kingdom of the mighty Magadha Empire and was known by various names such as Vasumati, Barhdrathpura, Girivraja, Kusagrapura, and Rajgriha.

Vishwa Shanti Stupa

40m

Shanti Stupa Situated atop Ratnagiri Hill at an altitude of 400 m, Vishwa Shanti Stupa is the symbol of peace and harmony. It was conceptualized by renowned Buddhist monk Nipponzan Myohoji and built by Japanese monk Fujii Guruji in 1969. Built completely with marble, the stupa comprises four golden statues of Lord Buddha, each representing his life periods of birth, enlightenment, preaching, and death. You can also use the cable car to reach Shanti stupa.

Griddhakuta Peak

30m

Vulture's Peak, or Griddhakuta Griddhakuta, or Vulture’s Peak, is one of the most important religious sites in Rajgir. They say the peak resembles a vulture, hence the name. Griddhakuta is one of the places where Gautama Buddha resided and preached for several years. Also, Griddhakuta is a popular hiking destination. It is one of the top 3 places where Shakyamuni Buddha or Gautama Buddha preached for many years. This peak is known as the Vulture's Peak as it is shaped like a vulture and also provides frequent sightings of the bird. It is said to be the place where Lord Buddha resided for many years.

Venu Vana Kalandakanivapa

30m

Venu Van Venu Vana, literally 'Bamboo Forest', is a historical park associated with Buddha. The park was gifted by the Magadha King Bimbisara to Lord Buddha about 2500 years ago. There is a small pond known as Karandak Tank inside the park. The forest was a favorite of Lord Buddha, who used to take a bath in the Karandak tank before going to teach his disciples on Griddhakuta Hill. It was one of Buddha’s favorite places of meditation. After visiting the Venu Van, our tour guide will take you to a very good Indian restaurant where you can have lunch. After Lunch we will drive pass to Bimbisar.

Bimbisar Jail

30m

Bimbisar (Drive pass) Bimbisar Jail is an ancient monument located in Rajgir, Bihar. Situated on the way to Griddhakuta Hill, Bimbisara Jai is believed to be the place where Bimbisara was confined by his son, King Ajatshatru. Legend says that King Bimbisara was detained and held captive by his son Ajatshatru during his last days of life. It is said that King Bimbisara decided to stay in this small room of the prison during his last days as he could see Lord Buddha, who was residing in the fort at that time, going to Girddhkuta Parvat to deliver his sermons every morning. After a drive to Bimbisara, we will head to Nalanda University Ruins.

NALANDA UNIVERSITY khandar

1h
Admission ticket not included

Nalanda University Nalanda is famous all over the world for the ancient International Monastic University established in the 5th century BC, which taught Vedas, Logic, Grammar, Medicine, Meta-Physics, Prose Composition, and Rhetoric. The site of Nalanda was one of the greatest monastic universities of the ancient world, established in the 5th century BC. It is believed that Lord Buddha and also the founder of Jainism, Lord Mahavir, taught at this university for years. There is even a monument to facilitate Chinese traveler monk and writer Hiuen Tsang, who studied at this university in the 7th century A.D.

Location

Activity location

Vishwa Shanti Stupa
- Shanti Stupa Road,
- 803116, Rajgir, Bihar, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

Vishwa Shanti Stupa
- Shanti Stupa Road,
- 803116, Rajgir, Bihar, India

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