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Sarnath Tour: Explore the Birthplace of Buddhism from Varanasi
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16 Ratings
Sarnath
Located roughly 6 miles northeast of the city of Varanasi lies the globally recognized Buddhist location, Sarnath. It is notable as the location where Buddha gave his initial teaching in the Deer Park in 528 B.C, an event also referred to as Dhamma Chakra Pravartan, or ‘The Wheel of Law turns’.
Located roughly 6 miles northeast of the city of Varanasi lies the globally recognized Buddhist location, Sarnath. It is notable as the location where Buddha gave his initial teaching in the Deer Park in 528 B.C, an event also referred to as Dhamma Chakra Pravartan, or ‘The Wheel of Law turns’.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sarnath - The Birth Place of Buddhism
- Ashoka Pillar - The pillars of Ashoka are a series of columns dispersed throughout the Indian subcontinent, erected or at least inscribed with edicts by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka during his reign in the 3rd century BCE
- Chaukhandi Stupa - The Chaukhandi Stupa is regarded as one of the most divine…
- Sarnath - The Birth Place of Buddhism
- Ashoka Pillar - The pillars of Ashoka are a series of columns dispersed throughout the Indian subcontinent, erected or at least inscribed with edicts by the Mauryan Emperor Ashoka during his reign in the 3rd century BCE
- Chaukhandi Stupa - The Chaukhandi Stupa is regarded as one of the most divine and important monuments of the Buddhist culture
- Dhamek Stupa - Dhamek Stupa Sarnath marks the spot where the Buddha preached his first message. Built by the great Mauryan king Ashoka in he 3rd century BCE
- Dharmarajika Stupa - Dharmarajika Stupa. It was built over the relics of the Buddha by Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE
What's Included
- Private AC Car for Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off
- Sarnath Entrance Tickets
- Professional Private Guide Licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
- Private AC Car for Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off
- Sarnath Entrance Tickets
- Professional Private Guide Licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Tips
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Tips
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
Location
Sarnath
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(16 Ratings)
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Sarahje64
Oct 30, 2024
Calming experience - Would recommend this trip as it was very interesting and gave you a chance to escape the chaos of Varanasi for a while. Our guide was very knowledgeable, and we gained a real insight into the history of Budda. Very relaxing and informative.
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Emilymoon_sa
Oct 10, 2024
Day trip to Sarnath - Really such a beautiful experience and mr Kumar was just the best guide ever. He had so much wisdom and knowledge to share. Thank you
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Barb_b
Feb 8, 2024
Great tour - Vinik was very knowledgeable about Buddhism, which was quite helpful. Beautiful park like setting with interesting museum.
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515maartenh
Oct 14, 2023
Nice morning tour to Sarnath - Nice morning tour to Sarnath. Visited temple, excavation site and museum. Our guide mr. Vinod was very knowledgable. Pick-up and dropoff at the hotel.
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Visheshmaverick
Sep 28, 2023
Steep price..But worth every penny - The guide Sunny had very good knowledge about the history of Buddhism and Varanasi. he also helped to get wheel chair for my mother and to ensure we covered all the monuments. The price is steep. but worth every penny.
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670charmainep
Sep 2, 2022
A great tour 👍🏻😊 - Love ❤️ the Sarnath tour led by guide Indrajeet. Guide was very knowledgeable about the sights. They were on time at our hotel. All entrances inclusive. Driver was very trustworthy too. We placed our belongings with him when we went to museum.
Guide brought us to a respectable money exchange too.
Lunch was non inclusive but guide brought us to a great restaurant that serves delicious Thali sets. Very authentic foods. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
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Norbu_tsering08
Sep 2, 2022
Beautiful tour 👍🏻 - It was a really beautiful tour. Indrajeet our guide was very knowledgeable about the places. And he’s very helpful and nice.
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Jon_c
Mar 23, 2022
Birthplace of Buddhism! - I was looking forward to the trip to Sarnath and I wasn’t disappointed - it was more than I had anticipated. A wonderful half-day trip from Varanasi!
The communication and transport were easy - we left from the hotel in Varanasi and made a short drive to Sarnath. The guide, Indrajeet Kumar, was amazing. Very knowledgeable, kind, calm… perfect for this kind of tour.
The grounds at the ancient site are beautiful and peaceful. I spent time meditating and taking it all in. The museum was surprisingly good - I was mesmerized by the famous statue of Buddha - so beautiful!
I highly recommend this tour! Great addition to any trip to Varanasi!
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30asha
Nov 13, 2022
Sarnath - About 8 to 10 kilometers is the Sarnath site. The stupa and lion with ashok Chakra are almost 2500 years. I think if you are in varanasi this is a must visit place. It is well maintained. You need one day to really see this place. Avoid holidays as lot of rush. Lot of school study tours are there on the weekends. Place is a bit dusty. Perhaps you can carry a face mask.
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Miguel
Oct 15, 2022
Not worth the price - Not worth the price, get an Uber or a taxi to sarnath and you can check it out by yourself.
What the guide explained you could read on the explanations at the monuments by yourself.
It’s way too expensive and you can easily do it by yourself.
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