Sarnath Tour: Explore Buddhist History and Serenity

Discover Sarnath’s spiritual essence on a 3-hour walking tour. Explore ancient ruins, meditate, and connect with Buddha’s teachings in this tranquil town.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath - Sarnath is situated at a distance of 10 km from Varanasi easily accessible by any conveyance. This is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world, Sarnath famous as the place where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon. Sarnath was a renowned school of learning from the 6th century BC to the 12th century AD. Visit the ruins, the stupa, the Buddhist temple & the museum. At the museum is the Ashok Pillar with its four guardian lions, used as independent India’s national emblem. The Mulagandhakuti Vihara Buddhist temple at Sarnath is one of the temples built by the Sri Lankan Mahabodhi Society in 1931. It is the place where Lord Buddha had spent his first rainy season. The walls of this temple have beautiful frescoes depicting the life of the Buddha. It is the most holy place for the people of Buddhist religion as Lord Buddha had attained his enlightenment here beneath the tree. Dhamekh Stupa is the place where Lord Buddha had given his first conversation of Dharma.
What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Guide
  • Transport-Tuktuk
Additional Information

Sarnath is a small town located near Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India. It holds immense significance for Buddhists as it is the place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment. Visiting Sarnath allows you to step back in time and experience the profound impact of Lord Buddha’s teachings. The atmosphere is filled with a sense of tranquility and spirituality, making it an ideal place for meditation and introspection. The ancient ruins and monuments in Sarnath are a testament to its rich history and the influence of Buddhism in the region. Overall, a visit to Sarnath is a transformative experience that allows you to connect with the teachings of Lord Buddha and gain a deeper understanding of Buddhism. The positive vibes and serene atmosphere make it a perfect destination for spiritual seekers and those interested in exploring the rich history of this ancient religion.

Location
JHV Mall
The Mall Road
Be at front gate of mall.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Experience599108
Aug 7, 2024
Good experience - Very good and educational tour. Enjoyed learning about budha and budhism. Good pleasant guide. Thank you. If you like learning about history and the like you will likr it.
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791caitlina
Jul 24, 2024
10/10 experience - our guide was amazing. full of knowledge, funny also, knew the answers to all our questions. 10/10 - would highly recommend
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Abbeyc678
Jul 24, 2024
Highly recommend - Such a peaceful place to visit. Learnt so much. The guide was very informative and well spoken. Definitely worth your time.
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Timct2336gc
Jul 19, 2024
A vital Varanasi visit - Really informative tour with an expert guide whose knowledge of history and religion was incredible. Plenty to see and really atmospheric, amazing to walk around the original monastery and learn about how India’s faiths coexist.
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37jamest
Jul 9, 2024
Very informative and relaxing tour - Learned a lot about Buhdism, enjoyed the peaceful garden and saw thousand 8f year old ruins on this calm but interesting tour
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_ysteinfrusethc2022
Jul 9, 2024
A calm Buddhist relief in a hectic city - Amazing place and calm gardens on the outer side of hectic Varanasi. Really interesting Buddhist historical place, with a great guide to lead us through it.
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Climber62435146328
Jul 6, 2024
Wonderful Tour - Awesome tour! Shyam was our guide and incredibly knowledgeable, gracious, friendly, patient, and kind. Highly recommended!
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Eleanorpuc
Jul 4, 2024
Amazing trip - Sarnath was such a beautiful site !! Shyam was an amazing guide, he was so knowledgeable and made the experience so amazing. I would definitely recommend if you enjoy learning about Buddhism.
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Gracehw687fi
Jul 4, 2024
Amazing Samantha walking tour - Really lovely guided walking tour in Sarnath. The guide was really engaging and informative. I would definitely recommend!
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Juliasq6491wr
Jul 9, 2024
interesting Tour - Very interesting Tour with lots of information about different religions, especially buddhism and hinduism. You visit the buddhist statue, the stupa where Buddha gave his first ceremony and a temple.
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