Sarnath Half-day tour from Varanasi

Pick-up from your hotel in Varanasi. The pick-up is only from city hotels (within 10km) and if guests wish to be picked up in the outskirts there will be a supplement to be paid on site., Varanasi, India

Overview

Duration

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

In this tour, you will travel to Sarnath, where the Buddha preached his first sermon and set the Dhammachakka, the wheel of law in motion. Several Buddhist structures were raised at Sarnath between the 3rd century BC and the 11th century AD, and today it presents the most expansive ruins amongst all the places on the Indian Buddhist trail. Visit the Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa complex, Mulgandha Kunti Vihara, and end your visit with The Archaeological Museum where findings from the site are displayed.

What to remember

Important info

This tour is unsuitable for children under 6 years old
Please bring a water bottle, wear a cap and sunglasses
For cultural (and religious) reasons it is strongly recommended to wear full-length trousers and half/full sleeve tops
Check with your tour guide for specific instructions
Please re-confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local partner at least 48 hours prior. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking

Includes

Entrance fees to sites. Guided tour. Hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle

Excludes

Additional food and drinks. Tips (optional)

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Travel to Sarnath, where the Buddha preached his first sermon and set the Dhammachakka. Visit the Chaukhandi Stupa, Dhamek Stupa complex, Mulgandha Kunti Vihara. Learn more at The Archaeological Museum

Operating days

Daily except Friday

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until 2 days in advance

Provider

Le Passage to India Tours and Travels Private Limited

Meeting Point

During booking, you will be asked to provide your pick-up address. Please confirm the pick-up place and time directly with the local operator whose contact information can be found in the voucher after booking.