Bihar
Overview
Bihar...!!
It’s a land of Mahavira & Buddha ! It’s a land of Mauryas ! It’s a land of Nalanda !
It’s a land, where India witnessed the golden age of Indian History !
It’s a land of prosperity and rich heritage.
Today, Bihar may seem to be a somewhat backward state in terms of literacy, economy, and per capita income of the existing population. However, thousands of years ago, the entire politics of India was concentrated towards Bihar which was then known as the Empire of Magadha.
Magadha was considered as the centre of power, education, and culture. This is the place where the largest empire of India had arisen, the Maurya Empire. Chandragupta Maurya acquired Magadha and formed a Mauryan Empire. That was Chandragupta Maurya who expanded the territories of Magadha to acquire most of today’s India. His descendant Emperor Ashoka expanded them further to acquire large parts of South Asia and he became the monarch of first-ever unified India as we see it today. That’s not the only history Bihar would be proud of. Bihar is a land where Gautam Buddha was born somewhat 2500 years ago. At Gaya, Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment and he spread the word of Dharma (Buddhist religion) across the state. And he spent his last days at Kushinagar.
Since the 3rd century CE up to 6th century CE, the Gupta dynasty ruled over the mighty Magadha Kingdom. Gupta kings brought a wave in cultural transition in true sense. India was never prospered like before and after. And the most amazing part is, ‘centre of this prosperity was Magadha’.
So, here we are...offering a unique opportunity to acknowledge the splendid heritage of Bihar...Join us now...
DETAILED ITINERARY
Board the evening flight to Patna. On reaching Patna, we will check into the hotel and relax. Spend an evening at leisure.
Stay at Patna
Meals: Dinner
After having a delicious and heavy breakfast, begin the journey of the ancient Magadha.
Visit Bihar State Archaeological Museum, one of the state of art museum in our country.
Afterwards, visit other historical sites spread across the city of Patna and return to the hotel by evening
Evening at leisure.
Stay at Patna
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Bihar State Museum
- Kumrahar Archaeological Site
- Golghar
Get ready to explore some more. Check out of the hotel and proceed to Rajgir. En route, visit Nalanda, the famous ancient university. Learn about the history and significance of Nalanda from our expert. Upon arrival at Rajgir, explore the site which was also called as Rajagriha
Relax in the evening at hotel
Stay at Rajgir
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Nalanda Archaeological Site
- Rajgir Archaeological Site
- Maniyar Math
- Cyclopean Wall
Today we check out and head towards the most important Buddhist pilgrimage, Bodhgaya. Today, we explore the ancient site of Bodhgaya and the surroundings.
Unwind yourself at hotel in the evening.
Stay at Bodhgaya.
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit Bodhgaya Gaya or Bodhgaya is an important pilgrimage where Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment (Bodhi).
It's time to return to the capital. In the morning, proceed to Patna. En route, visit Barabar Caves. Upon arrival in Patna, check in to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure shopping for the famous Madhubani paintings or textiles.
Stay at Patna
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit Barabar Caves. These caves are considered to be the oldest rock-cut man made caves ever found in India.
After a good breakfast, head towards the ancient city of Vaishali. Understand the history of Vaishali through the eyes of our expert.
Return to the hotel by evening. Spend the evening at leisure.
Stay at Patna
Meals: B + L + D
Highlights
- Visit Vaishali, an important historical site where Gautam Buddha preached his last sermon before his Mahaparinirvana. Vaishali is a place where the last Thirthankar of Jainas, Bhagwan Mahavir was born.
It's time to end this memorable tour. After breakfast, leave for the airport and board the afternoon flight to home .
Arrive home with beautiful memories to cherish.
INCLUSIONS
- Local Transport by 2 x 2 AC coach(Depends on group size, seating capacity will be variable)
- Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing.
- All meals. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Evening Tea- set menu)
- Entrance fees of all sightseeing
- 1-liter water bottle per person per day
- Expert Fees
EXCLUSIONS
- To and Fro economy class airfare.
- Govt. taxes of 5% over and above the tour cost.
- Any implementation of new taxes by the government.
- Cost of insurance
- Cost of Pre/Post tour accommodation
- Any extra expenses such that porterage, laundry, telephone, shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature, and food or drink which is not part of a set menu.
- Any extra expenses incurred due to illness, accident, hospitalization of an individual.
- Anything specifically not mentioned in the inclusions.
FEW POINTERS
- If any sightseeing mentioned is not done due to any unforeseen circumstances then an alternate sightseeing will be done.
- A traveler may please note that for domestic and international flights, the baggage allowance will be as per respective airlines baggage policy and weight regulations. Travelers are requested to carry their luggage in accordance with the regulated baggage allowance. Excess baggage will be chargeable and the same is not included in the tour cost. It has to be borne by the traveler.
- Air tickets issued at special rates are normally NON-REFUNDABLE and traveler will need to bear the cancellation charges. If a traveler needs an air booking with the refundable option then he/she will need to bear extra fare specified by airline operator.
PAYMENT POLICY
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Tour Cost |
Payment |
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Below package cost ₹ 20, 000 per person |
Full payment at the time of booking |
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Above package cost ₹ 20,000 per person |
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At the time of booking |
40% of the package cost |
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30 days prior to departure |
Remaining 60 % amount |
- Payment can be done via cheque, Demand Draft, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, Credit Card/ Debit Card or UPI gateway. Cheque/Demand Draft should be drawn in favor of “ANCIENT TRAILS”.
- In case of payment made by cheque, a booking confirmation will be given subject to cheque clearance.
CANCELLATION POLICY
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Cancellation received no. of days prior to departure |
Cancellation charges applicable per person |
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0-10 |
100% |
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10-20 |
50 % |
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20-30 |
30 % |
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30 and above |
10% |
- For cancellation procedure, a traveler will need to give an application in writing along with an original receipt of booking.
- Please note that if air ticket booking is done with NON-REFUNDABLE airfare then cancellation charges to be borne by the customer and the remaining amount will be refunded as per above cancellation policy.
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