Day by Day
The 12 Day Journey
A story-style path through the sacred circuit
The Full Itinerary
A 12 Day Journey
Delhi
Arrival in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and settle into a heritage luxury property. An evening welcome ceremony with a gentle introduction to the path ahead.
- Private airport transfer
- Welcome ceremony
- Orientation dinner
Accommodation
Heritage Luxury Hotel, Delhi
Bodh Gaya
Journey to Bodh Gaya
Fly into Bodh Gaya, the heart of the pilgrimage. First sight of the Mahabodhi Temple at golden hour.
- Private flight transfer
- Evening temple visit
- Candlelight meditation
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Bodh Gaya
Bodh Gaya
Beneath the Bodhi Tree
A full day devoted to the site of enlightenment — sunrise meditation, monastery visits and quiet reflection.
- Sunrise meditation
- Monastic circuit walk
- Guided dharma talk
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Bodh Gaya
Rajgir
Rajgir & Vulture's Peak
Ascend to Vulture's Peak by cable car, walking the path where the Buddha once taught above the valley.
- Vulture's Peak ascent
- Venuvana Monastery
- Hot spring visit
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Rajgir
Nalanda
Nalanda's Ancient Halls
Wander the red-brick ruins of the world's first university, and reflect on knowledge as a spiritual path.
- Nalanda ruins tour
- Archaeological museum
- Afternoon yoga session
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Rajgir
Vaishali
Vaishali's Quiet Groves
Visit the Ashoka Pillar and the Kolhua Grove, tracing the Buddha's final journey and teachings.
- Ashoka Pillar visit
- Relic stupa
- Village artisan encounter
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Vaishali
Kushinagar
Kushinagar's Sacred Silence
Sit before the reclining Buddha at the Mahaparinirvana Temple, in the sal grove where his earthly journey ended.
- Mahaparinirvana Temple
- Ramabhar Stupa
- Evening chanting with monks
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Kushinagar
Lumbini
Crossing to Lumbini
Cross into Nepal to the birthplace of the Buddha, visiting the Maya Devi Temple and sacred pond.
- Maya Devi Temple
- Sacred pond ceremony
- World Peace Pagoda
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Lumbini
Sarnath
Sarnath's First Sermon
Walk the Deer Park where the Wheel of Dharma first turned, and visit the towering Dhamek Stupa.
- Dhamek Stupa
- Deer Park walk
- Museum visit
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Varanasi
Varanasi
Varanasi at Dawn
A sunrise boat ride along the Ganges, followed by an immersion into the city's silk-weaving heritage.
- Sunrise boat ride
- Handloom & silk weaving visit
- Ghat walk
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Varanasi
Varanasi
Evening Aarti & Reflection
Witness the Ganga Aarti fire ceremony, and gather for a closing circle reflecting on the journey walked.
- Ganga Aarti ceremony
- Closing reflection circle
- Farewell dinner
Accommodation
Luxury Retreat, Varanasi
Varanasi / Delhi
Departure
A final morning of quiet meditation before private transfer to the airport for onward travel.
- Morning meditation
- Private airport transfer
Accommodation
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A Rhythm for the Soul
Daily Wellness Schedule
Morning Yoga
Gentle hatha flow overlooking the sacred sites
Guided Meditation
Silent sitting practice with a resident teacher
Breakfast
Vegetarian cuisine, freshly prepared
Sightseeing & Pilgrimage
Guided visits to temples and heritage sites
Lunch & Rest
Light vegetarian fare, quiet time
Mindfulness Session
Walking meditation or breathwork
Dinner
Communal evening meal
Cultural Program
Monk chanting, music or storytelling
Every Detail, Considered