Overview
‘Buddhist tour of Bihar with Jharkhand Wildlife’ is well designed itinerary which gives you the chance to explore the some of the popular destinations of Bihar and Jharkhand. During this tour you will explore the major attractions of Ranch including Ranchi Lake, Ranchi Hill, Pahari Mandir, Gonda Hill, Rock Garden, Kanke Dam etc. You will also explore to Betla National Park which is located at 175 kilometres from Ranchi. It is situated at Latehar district in Jharkhand. The park is a home of plenty of wild animals such as Elephants, sloth bear, panther, and wolf etc. Apart from this you will also get an opportunity to explore Netarhat. It is located at the highest point of which is 3,800 feet above the sea level. It is the highest point on the plateau of Chhotanagpur. Which is also known as the “Queen of Chotanagpur”.You will explore Vaishali. It is a small village in Bihar.It is one of the renowned historical city and it believed that one of the first democratic republics of the world. Apart from this you will also get the chance to visit Nalanda and Rajgir. During 5th century, Nalanda was the renowned Buddhist learning centre, now housing the ruins of one of the most ancient universities of the world. You will also visit Mahabodhi Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The duration of the tour is 10 nights and 11 days.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Ranchi (By flight)
A Traditional Welcome by our Tour Representative on your arrival at Ranchi Airport/Railway Station followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel. Ranchi was originally a tribal country with majority of forest lands but now serves as a capital to the Jharkhand state. It is the second most populous cities of Jharkhand and surrounded by lush hills and beautiful waterfalls. In the recent years, Ranchi has grown as a popular industrial town and an education center in the state. After freshen-up, proceed for Ranchi sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Ranchi Lake, Ranchi Hill, Pahari Mandir, Gonda Hill, Rock Garden and Kanke Dam. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Ranchi
Day 02: Ranchi Sightseeing
After Breakfast, proceed for Ranchi sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see other popular attractions such as Sun Temple, Jagannathpur Temple, Dhurwa Dam and Dassam Falls. Start your day by visiting the Sun Temple which is built as a chariot with 18 wheels and being pulled by 7 white horses. Temple is surrounded with a beautiful Pond which is used by devotees to worship Sun. Visit the Jagannathpur Temple which is replica of the famous Jagannath Puri temple of Orissa. The famous Car Festival (Rath Yatra) is celebrated with great passion. Ranchi is famous for its waterfalls; visit the beautiful 145 feet Dassam Waterfalls during the tour. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Check in to the hotel.
Day 03: Ranchi – Betla National Park (By Road-175 Kilometres)
After having an early breakfast, proceed to Betla National Park which is located at 175 kilometres from Ranchi. It is situated at Latehar district in Jharkhand. The park is a home of plenty of wild animals such as Elephants, sloth bear, panther, and wolf etc. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Check in to the hotel.
Day 04: Betla National Park
Today after breakfast proceed for sightseeing tour of Betal including Chero Fort, National Park, Museum, Kechki Sangam, Koel View, Seven Rivers, Mirchaia Fall, Suga Bandh, and Lodha Fall etc. After sightseeing return back to the hotel. Evening is free at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Betla National Park – Netarhat (By Road-98 Kilometres)
After breakfast, proceed to Netarhat. It is located at the highest point of which is 3,800 feet above the sea level. It is the highest point on the plateau of Chhotanagpur. Which is also known as the “Queen of Chotanagpur”. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. In the evening enjoy the amazing view of SunSet.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06: Netarhat - Ranchi (By Road-154 Kilometres)
Today is the last day of the tour.Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Ranchi. Upon arrival at Ranchi, check in to your pre booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Ranchi – Patna (By Road- 336 Kilometres)
Today after breakfast, proceed to Patna by road. Upon arrival, proceed to the hotel. Check-in at your pre booked. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 08: Patna - Vaishali – Patna (By Road-32 Kilometres)Excursion Tour
Today after breakfast, proceed to explore Vaishali.It is a small village in Bihar.It is one of the renowned historical city and it believed that one of the first democratic republics of the world, with an elected assembly of representatives, flourished here.
Later, drive back to Patna for an overnight stay.
Day 09: Patna - Bodhgaya via Nalanda & Rajgir (By Road-180 Kilometres)
After breakfast, drive for Bodhgaya , one of the well-known Buddhist pilgrimage centres in India. En route, visit the famous towns of Nalanda and Rajgir. Later, drive further to Bodhgaya and on reaching here, check-in your pre-booked hotel. Rest day is free at leisure.
Overnight stay in Bodhgaya.
Day 10: Bodhgaya Sightseeing
Today after having breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tour of Bodhgaya. Visit the renowned Mahabodhi Temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is the place where, Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment. It is one of the holiest place for Buddhist.It comprises the sacred Bodhi tree, Vajrasana and six holy sites of enlightenment of Buddha.After a visit to this temple, you can explore some more attractions of the place, if time permits.
Later, return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 11: Bodhgaya - Patna (By Road-120 kilometres) - Departure
Today is the last day of the tour. After having your breakfast, and check-out from the hotel, then proceed for Patna airport/railway station for your onward journey.