Pre Conference Tour
Tour Code: NTW 05
Departing on: Tuesday, 31 October 2006
Arrival on: Saturday, 04 November 2006
Duration: 4 night/ 5 days |
Post Conference Tour
Tour Code: NTW 06
Departing on: Friday, 10 November 2006
Arrival on: Tuesday, 14 November 2006
Duration: 4 night/ 5 days |
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| Day 01 Delhi Gaya |
Pre Tour: Tuesday, 31 October 2006 |
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| Post Tour: Friday, 10 November 2006 |
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Assemble in the lobby for transfer to New Delhi railway Station to board train for Gaya at 17:00 hrs.
Train Name: Bhubaneshwar Rajdhani
Train Number: 2422
Departure Delhi: 17:00 hrs
Arrival Gaya
Overnight on board the train |
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| Day 02 In Bodhgaya |
Pre Tour: Wednesday, 01 November 2006 |
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Post Tour: Saturday, 11 November 2006 |
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Meeting on arrival in Gaya and transfer to Bodhgaya.
Full Day for visits in Bodhgaya & Excursion to Rajgir and Nalanda
After tour return to Bodhgaya.
Overnight in Bodhgaya |
Bodhgaya - It was here, in Bodhgaya, that the Buddha attained enlightenment. Bodhgaya is much more of a working Buddhist centre than an archaeological site. It's one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage site in the world.
The focal point is the Mahabodhi Temple . The bo tree growing here is said to be a direct descendent of the original tree under which the Buddha sat, meditated and attained enlightenment.
Rajgir was the capital of the Magadha Empire until Ajathasatru moved to Pataliputra ( Patna ) in the 5 th century BC. Rajgir is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. The Buddha spent 12 years here, and the first Buddhist council after the Buddha attained nirvana was held here. It's also an important place for Jains, as Mahavira spent some time in Rajgir and the hills are topped with Digambara shrines. Rajgir also has mention in the Hindu epic The Mahabharata'.
Nalanda - Founded in the 5 th century BC, Nalanda was one of the world's great universities and an important Buddhist centre until it was sacked by the Afghans in the 12 th century. The brick-built remains are extensive and include the Great Stupa, with steps, terraces and a few intact votive stupas around it, and the monks' cells. There is an interesting archaeological museum.
The newest building here is the Hiuen Tsang Memorial Hall, built as a Peace Pagoda by the Chinese. Xuan Zhang lived here for five years as both student and teacher. |
| Day 03
Gaya / Varanasi |
Pre Tour: Thursday, 02 November 2006 |
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| Post Tour: Sunday, 12 November 2006 |
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Transfer to Gaya to board train to
Varanasi
Train Name: Doon Express
Train Number: 3009
Departure Gaya : 0513 hrs
Arrival Varanasi : 1025 hrs
Arrive Varanasi and transfer to hotel
Afternoon excursion to Sarnath
Overnight in Varanasi |
Varanasi is one of India 's most important pilgrimage sites and the holiest of holy cities for Hindus. Known also as Kashi and Benaras, Varanasi is one of the world's oldest living cities, and has been a centre of learning and culture for well over 2000 years.
Sarnath: The place where the Buddha turned the Wheel of Law and delivered His First Sermon. See the Chowkandi and Dhamek Stupas, the ruins of 9th and 10th century monasteries and temples, the temple built by the Mahabodhi Society in 1931, and the Tibetan Temple . Visit the famous Sarnath Museum . |
| Day 04 In Varanasi |
Pre Tour: Friday, 03 November 2006
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| Post Tour: Monday, 13 November 2006 |
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Early morning boat ride at the Ganges
Breakfast at the hotel
Afternoon: City tour of Varanasi .
Evening: See the famous Vishwanath temple with its spires covered with gold, dedicated to Shiva, the presiding deity of the city and
witness the Aarti at the Ghats of the Ganges
Overnight in Varanasi |
Boat ride at the dawn down India 's most sacred river, The Ganges. Sun rise at the holy river is a truly tranquil and breath taking sight with pilgrims standing waist-deep in water, praying to the rising Sun. Past these bathing ghats, see the "burning ghats" where the Hindus cremate their dead. This is done with great religious fervor, which makes for a moving experience.
City Tour: Visit the Benaras Hindu University founded in 1916 and its famous Museum - Bharat Kala Bhavan which houses one of the finest collection of Mughal miniature paintings and brocade textiles. Also visit the Bharat Mata and Durga Temple
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| Day 05 Varanasi - Delhi |
Pre Tour: Saturday, 04 November 2006
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| Post Tour: Tuesday, 14 November 2006 |
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Breakfast at hotel
Morning at leisure
Transfer to the airport to board flight back to Delhi
Flight No. IC 805
Departure Varanasi : 1540 hrs
Arrival Delhi : 1655 hrs
Arrive Delhi and transfer to hotel.
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| Pre Conference Tour Cost |
Post Conference Tour Cost |
| Based on ONE person in a Single Room |
US$ 770 |
| Based on TWO persons in a Double/ Twin Room |
US$ 1220 |
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| Based on ONE person in a Single Room |
US$ 770 |
| Based on TWO persons in a Double/ Twin Room |
US$ 1220 |
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| Supplement Cost / Per Person |
Trainfare: Delhi Gaya - Varanasi |
US$ 225 |
| Airfare: Varanasi - Delhi |
US$ 225 |
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Trainfare: Delhi Gaya - Varanasi |
US$ 225 |
| Airfare: Varanasi - Delhi |
US$ 225 |
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The rates include the following specific services
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Hotel accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar based on sharing a double or a twin-bedded room with attached bath for a total of 04 nights based on Room & Breakfast, as per the itinerary. This includes presently applicable Government taxes, which are subject to change. Check in and check out time at all hotels is 12 noon unless otherwise specified |
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Sightseeing and excursions by air-conditioned vehicle, w ith English-speaking guide as per the itinerary |
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Inter-city transportation by air-conditioned vehicle , as per the itinerary |
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Applicable entrance fees to the places as specified in the itinerary |
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Professional and service charges for preparation and operation of the tour program |
The rates include only the services listed above and those mentioned in the enclosed itinerary.
The rates do not include:
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Items of a personal nature such as cost of telephone calls and telegrams, table drinks, laundry, tips etc |
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Domestic airfare for the sector Varanasi - Delhi in Economy Class |
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Train Fare for the sector Delhi Gaya - Varanasi |
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Camera fees at monuments |
General Information
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Visitors are advised to wear conservative clothing at religious places. Sleeved vests/shirts, skirts/trousers that go below the knees. Bare shoulders and mid-riffs are not permitted and should be covered with shawls |
General Terms
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The above rates are valid subject to availability at the time of making a reservation. Under the circumstance where the suggested hotel is not available at the time of making a reservation, a suitable alternative will be suggested. The cost difference, if any, would be borne by the guest |
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The rates do not include any air fares, visa charges, airport taxes on departure and items of a personal nature such as cost of telephone calls and telegrams, table drinks, laundry, tips etc. Air tickets for travel over domestic sectors can be provided if desired and charged for at cost on the date of issue |
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The cost is based on currently applicable Government taxes and levies. Any change in these would automatically affect the cost accordingly |
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The cost is based on rates valid for the intended period of travel, errors and omissions excepted. However, if variations outside our control such as an increase in fuel cost, or other circumstances arise, we would necessarily have to review our cost accordingly |
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The above rates are valid for a minimum of 02 persons traveling together. |
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No claim for refund shall be entertained for unutilised services |
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All shopping undertaken by the guests during a tour are his personal responsibility and INDEBO is neither responsible nor liable for this activity |
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We suggest that clients should be covered by Travel, Medical, Health and other types of insurance. These cannot be obtained in India |
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