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“Nirvana, Kolkata - Patna – Bodhgaya – Varanasi - Gorakhpur – Lucknow - Kolkata"
Place of Buddha

First Class Hotels (3 *)

Rs 42720

USD 890

Luxury Hotels (4*/5*)

Rs 52320

USD 1090

* Cost per person

Day 1 Arrival kolkata

Arrive Kolkata by flight,TBA.After clearing customs and immigration you will be met by a representative of “India Guru – Gainwell” in the arrivals area.A traditional Indian welcome includes tilak and fresh flower garland.You will be transferred to your hotel in an air conditioned vehicle. Check into your hotel on arrival for overnight stay.

Day 2 Kolkata

After breakfast we enjoy a walking tour of Kolkata – India’s most fascinating city.Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 Kolkata – Patna

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Patna . On arrival check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 Patna – Vaishali – Rajgir – Nalanda – Bodhgaya

Breakfast at the hotel. Following breakfast start your holy sojourn to Vaishali where Lord Buddha preached his last sermon under the mango grove of Amrapali. We arrive Bodhgaya late this evening to check into our hotel. Dinner and overnight at Bodhgaya.

Day 5 Bodhgaya – Varanasi

After breakfast we leave Bodhgaya and drive to the ancient city of Varanasi.This evening visit VishwanathTemple University (located in the premises of the Benaras Hindu University (BHU) the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.The huge campus of New Vishwanath Temple is a delight to the eyes of any visitor.The interior has a Shiva lingam and verses from Hindu scriptures are inscribed on the walls).Dinner and Overnight in Varanasi.

Day 6 Varanasi – Gorakhpur

Morning visit the Varanasi Ghats (journey along the most revered waterway, pilgrims flock to the place to take a dip in the holy Ganges, which is believed to absolve one from all sins).After breakfast at the hotel we take an excursion to Sarnath - one of the major Buddhist centres.We also visit the monastery and archaeological museum. Afternoon transfer to Gorakhpur .Dinner and overnight in Gorakhpur.

Day 7 Gorakhpur – Kushinagar – Lumbini – Sravasti- Lucknow

In the morning following breakfast we drive to Kushinagar to visit the site of Buddha’s death and cremation and the Burmese Temple. Drive to Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha. Then proceed to Sravasti where Buddha spent 24 years and rendered his teachings. Visit the holy water well and the Anand Bodhi Tree.Then drive to Lucknow. Dinner and overnight in Lucknow.

Day 8 Lucknow – Kolkata – Onward Journey

An early transfer to the airport to board your flight to Kolkata.On arrival at Kolkata airport please transfer to the International airport to check in for your flight for onward journey.

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“EASTERN DELIGHTS” Kolkata - Puri - Konark - Bhubaneshwar - Kolkata

First Class Hotels (3 *)

Rs 33120

USD 690

Luxury Hotels (4*/5*)

Rs 47520

USD 990

* Cost per person

Day 1 Arrival kolkata

Arrive Kolkata by flight TBA. After clearing customs and immigration you will be met by a representative of “India Guru – Gainwell” in the arrivals area. A traditional Indian welcome includes tilak and fresh flower garland. You will be transferred to your hotel in an air conditioned vehicle. Check into your hotel on arrival for overnight stay.

Day 2 Kolkata

After breakfast we enjoy a walking tour of Kolkata – India’s most fascinating city. Visit the cities noteworthy landmarks including Dalhousie Square, Governors House, Writers Building, Fort William (built in 1706 part of the fort is still used as headquarters of the Eastern Command of the Indian army), Maidan (the lungs of Calcutta), Victorial Memorial Hall, Old and New Howrah bridge. Overnight Hotel

Day 3 Kolkata – Bhubaneshwar – Puri

A morning flight from Kolkata takes you to Bhubaneshwar – the gateway to Orissa. On arrival at Bhubaneshwar you will be met in the arrivals area by a representative of India Guru – Gainwell and transferred to Puri.Transfer to your hotel in Puri on arrival. Overnight Hotel .

Day 4 Puri

Breakfast at the hotel. Spend the morning relaxing on the beach. The renowned JagannathTemple built in the 15th century AD and crowned with Vishnu's wheel and flag dominate the landscape at Puri. Guru will provide recommendations and booking assistance for a traditional dinner tonight.

Day 5 Puri – Konark – Bhubaneshwar

Today we travel back to Bhubaneshwar visiting the famous temple of Konark enroute. Konark is one of the most famous attractions of Orissa. Dedicated to the Sun God, the temple even in its ruined state is a magnificient reminder of the genius of the architects that envisioned and built it. Continue onto Bhubaneshwar and check into your hotel on arrival.

Day 6 Bhubaneshwar

Afternoon enjoy a city tour of Bhuwaneshwar, which includes visit to Parasurameswaram Temple, Lingaraj Temple and Dhauli.Overnight at Bhubaneshwar.Dinner recommendations / booking assistance will be provided by “India Guru – Gainwell”.

Day 7 Bhubaneshwar – Kolkata – Onward Journey

An early transfer to the airport to board your flight to Kolkata. On arrival at Kolkata airport please transfer to the International airport to check in for your flight for onward journey.

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“The Goddess of the East” Kolkata - Guwahati – Kaziranga - Shillong – Kolkata

First Class Hotels (3 *)

Rs 37920

USD 790

Luxury Hotels (4*/5*)

Rs 47520

USD 990

* Cost per person

Day 1 Arrival kolkata

Day 2 Kolkata

After breakfast we enjoy a walking tour of Kolkata – India’s most fascinating city.The afternoon is free to explore Esplanade square where you will find hawker markets, local eateries and handicraft emporiums. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3 Kolkata – Guwahati

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight to Guwahati. On arrival transfer to your hotel. This afternoon we visit the Kamakhya temple to observe the prayer rituals. The Kamakhya Temple is a shakti (power) temple situated on the Nilachal Hill in western part of Guwahati city in Assam. It is an important pilgrimage destination for Hindu and Tantric worshipers.Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 Guwahati – Kaziranga (approx 4 hours)

After breakfast check out and drive to Kaziranga. On arrival check into your hotel near the Kaziranga Park for an overnight stay.Kaziranga National Park lies partly in Golaghat District and partly in Nagaon District of Assam. It is the oldest park in Assam and covers an area of 430 Sq kms along the river Brahmaputra. One can even see the rhinos and wild elephants straying near the highway. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5 Kaziranga

A very early start this morning to enjoy an elephant ride at the park.Return to Hotel for breakfast.After breakfast we take a Jeep Safari to the central range for an opportunity to view the wildlife in the park.Lunch is back at the hotel followed by an afternoon Jeep Safari to the Western ranges.Overnight back at the hotel.

Day 6 Kaziranga – Shillong(approx 6 hours)

After breakfast check out and drive to Shillong,the abode of clouds.On arrival check into your hotel.Overnight at Hotel .

Day 7 Shillong

A half day sightseeing tour this afternoon covers Ward’s Lake, Don Bosco Church, Shillong Peak, Elephanta Falls and the local market (closed on Sundays).Overnight at your Shillong hotel.

Day 8 Shillong

Cherrapunji ,is a town in East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya. It is credited as being the wettest place on Earth. However, nearby Mawsynram has more rainfall nowadays. The cliffs of Cherrapunji receive heavy rainfall due to monsoon winds blowing from the Bay of Bengal. After breakfast we visit Cherrapunjee. Return to Shillong for your overnight stay.

Day 9 Shillong – Guwahati – Onward Journey

After breakfast we check out and drive back to Guwahati airport to board flight to Kolkata. On arrival at Kolkata airport please transfer to the International airport to check in for your flight for onward journey.

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Spiritual breaks from Kolkata

“Hare Krishna”
Kolkata – Mayapur - Kolkata
Distance from Kolkata to Mayapur (130 kms)

Day 1 Arrival Kolkata

Arrival Kolkata flight TBA .After clearing customs and immigration you will be met by a representative of “India Guru – Gainwell” in the arrivals area. A traditional Indian welcome includes tilak and fresh flower garland. You will be transferred to your hotel in an air conditioned vehicle. Check into your hotel on arrival for overnight stay.

Day 2 Kolkata

After breakfast we enjoy a tour of Kolkata – India’s most fascinating city.

Kolkata – the goddess and the saint
The morning starts with a visit to the Kali Temple. Situated on the Eastern bank of the Hoogly river, the temple was built in 1857 and is believed to be the origin of the name “Kolkata”. The main deity is the Goddess Kali who is associated with eternal energy. The medieval architecture of the temple and the hindu rituals of prayer provide an interesting insight into Hindu culture. A break for lunch – traiditional Bengali fare at an authentic restaurant (Lunch cost not included). Then we proceed to visit Mother Teresa House. Calcutta’s resident saint noted for her charity and the joy she spread. She won the Nobel peace prize for her work in Calcutta. The house reflects the simplicity with which she led her life and offers an insight into the saint who dedicated her life to serving the poorest of the poor.
The afternoon is free to explore Esplanade square where you will find hawker markets, local eateries and handicraft emporiums.

Day 3 Kolkata – Mayapur

After breakfast this morning we depart for Mayapur to visit the ISKON temple there. Mayapur is located 130kms from the city.

Mayapur is situated on the banks of the Hoogly near the confluence of the Hoogly and the Jalangi. It is one of the nine islands of Navadwip. Founded by Bakti Vinod Thakur, Mayapur was earlier known as Miyapur. It holds a special significance for followers of Gaudiya Vaishnavism since it is the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and hence is an important religious center. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was the one who started the Hare Krishna movement and taught the widespread mass chanting and singing of Hare Krishna. Another place of interest is Sri Chaitanya Math located one kilometer past Sri Chaitanya's birthplace. Murari Gupta's House located behind the Sri Chaitanya Math near the bank of the Ballal Dighi is the place where deities of Rama, Sita and Hanuman were worshipped by Murari Gupta and his family. The Chand Kazi's Samadhi is another main landmark in Mayapur. Chand Kazi was the Muslim magistrate of Navadwip, who with his men broke the mridanga of Srivash Pandit. He had opposed the sankirtana movement where people collectively chanted Hare Rama, Hare Krishna on the road, but he later became the disciple of Sri Chaitanya. The Jagannath Mandir is another place worth checking out in Mayapur.

Navadwip across the river is an interesting place where you can visit Praudha Maya, Siva Temple and Gaudiya Math Temple. Regular bus service is available from Mayapur to Navadwip. One can also take boat ride to reach Navadwip from Mayapur.
Santipur is just an hour drive from Mayapur by bus or a taxi. Here the house of Advita Acharya, avatar of Lord Vishnu, is located.

Overnight Guest House in Mayapur.

Day 4 Mayapur

Your day is free in Mayapur. You can participate in the aarti at the temple and enjoy a laid back afternoon.

Day 5 Mayapur - Kolkata –Onward Journey

Wake up early this morning to participate in the morning prayer service.
After breakfast we depart for Kolkata airport to connect with your departure flight .

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