Sarnath excursion from Varanasi

Varanasi, India
Duration3h - 4h
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

A visit to Sarnath will let you know about a famous famous Buddhist religion.Learn who Budhism started and what is the importance of this place is in depth.

You will see Ruins of Sarnath, Budhha Temple, large Buddha statue, Archaeological museum and deer park.

What's included

  • Monument entrances
  • Sealed 01 Liter mineral water bottle per person
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personal Varanasi tour guide for Sarnath tour
  • Everything which is not mentioned in inclusions

What to expect

  1. Sarnath
    Pass by
    After attaining enlightenment at Bodh Gaya the Buddha went to Sarnath and it was here that he preached his first discourse in the deer park to set in motion the 'Wheel of the Dharma'. It is one of the most holy sites as in this place the stream of the Buddha's teaching first flowed.
  2. Sarnath
    Pass by
    Buddha owns favourite place, Sarnath is among the greatest tourist destinations in Varanasi & has utmost importance in Buddhism religion and culture. Situated 10 kms from Varanasi, Sarnath has religious, cultural and architectural significance. It was in the Deer park in Sarnath where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon post-enlightenment. It is a place where from this religion and culture started. The place rose to its significance during reigns of Ashoka who erected numerous stupas here.

    Sarnath tour has been customised and designed in such a way that it captures the most of the sights and monuments spread around in Sarnath. The important sites to visit in Sarnath are

    Dhamek Stupa :

    Situated in Deer Park this stupa marks the site of Buddha’s First Sermon which set forth the wheel of motion.

    Chaukhandi Stupa :

    Historically believed to be the place where Lord Buddha reunited with 5 disciples. It is a burial mound that serves as a shrine for the relic of Buddha.The stupa was built during Gupta period and later modified during Mughal Period.

    Tibetan Temple :

    Built in Thai architectural style and houses the statue of Shakyamuni. Famous for thangka paintings and frescoes.

    Ashoka Pillar :

    The national emblem inspired from Ashokan pillar was built to mark the visit of Emperor Ashoka to Sarnath. The pillar also depicts a bull, a lion, an elephant and a horse which symbolize four different phases of the life of Gautama Buddha.

    Archaeological Museum [Remains closed on Fridays] :

    A Rich collection of Buddhist relics, Boddhisatva images, and great architectural ruins. A must opt it if you have enough time to tour Varanasi. Gautama Budhha delivered his first sermon here, signifies Sarnath’s importance in Buddhism religion world.

    Later after it return back to Hotel and stay overnight.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all our clients from their Hotels. Everyday pick-up at 09:30 AM.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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