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Private Guided Sarnath Tour from Varanasi

Varanasi, Indiaby Buddha Trails Tours

  • 4 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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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.

What's included

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

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Chaukhandi Stupa

    30 min

    Visit Chaukhandi Stupa, traditionally marking the place where the Buddha met his five former companions after arriving at Sarnath following his enlightenment.

  2. 2

    Dhamek Stupa

    1 hour

    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. 3

    Stop 3

    30 min

    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. 4

    Sarnath Museum

    30 min

    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 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.

Good to know

  • 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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