Private Guided Sarnath Tour from Varanasi

Varanasi, India
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Duration4h - 5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Sarnath’s most important Buddhist sites on a private guided tour from Varanasi. Visit Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa, Mulagandha Kuti Vihara and the Sarnath Archaeological Museum while learning about the place where the Buddha delivered his first sermon. Travel comfortably by private vehicle with hotel pickup and enjoy a flexible experience at your own pace.

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Private Guided Sarnath Tour from Varanasi

Pickup included

What's included

  • English speaking local guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Any activities or sites not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Chaukhandi Stupa
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Chaukhandi Stupa, traditionally marking the place where the Buddha met his five former companions after arriving at Sarnath following his enlightenment.
  2. Dhamek Stupa
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Dhamek Stupa at Sarnath, marking the place where the Buddha delivered his first teaching after enlightenment and set the Wheel of Dharma in motion.
  3. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Mulagandha Kuti Vihara at Sarnath, known for its beautiful murals depicting scenes from the Buddha’s life and for housing sacred Buddhist relics.
  4. Sarnath Museum
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Sarnath Archaeological Museum, home to important Buddhist sculptures and antiquities discovered around Sarnath. Highlights include the famous Lion Capital of Ashoka, which became the national emblem of India, along with statues, inscriptions and archaeological finds connected with the early history of Buddhism.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from all hotels within Varanasi. Please provide your hotel name at the time of booking or at least 2 days before your travel date. The pickup details will be shared within 12 hours before the tour start time.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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