Follow the true path of Buddha in this dazzling destination, with a private tour of Bodhgaya.  

Bodhgaya has something for everyone, whether you're a historian, a culture enthusiast or a spiritual adventurer. Walk the hallowed ground where Buddha first gained enlightenment in the Mahabodhi Temple. See the sacred Bodhi Tree. Feel the energy below the 80ft hight Great Buddha Statue. Each day is a new adventure in Bodhgaya.  

You can choose from the private Bodhgaya tour itineraries offered by ToursByLocals, but feel free to contact a guide and suggest alternative places and activities that strike your interest. Your guide wants you to have the ultimate Bodhgaya experience, and will be happy to customize the perfect itinerary just for you.

Bodhgaya

Bodh Gaya : Follow the Paths of the young Buddha

Get ready for an exciting day in Bodhgaya and its surrounding villages. During this seven-hour tour, we will explore the paths of the historical Buddha together. What drove the young prince Siddhartha Gautama to leave his home and find enlightenment under a Bodhi Tree?

Many of you have already read about his inspiring life. I'll take you a bit deeper and follow his footsteps through the land of the former kingdom. Visiting the stations of his life will give you a better understanding of what drove this young man before he became the Buddha.

I was born and raised in Bodhgaya, so I'll show you the ancient path of the historic Buddha as no-one else can.

Mahakala Caves, is the place where Lord Buddha spent several years before enlightenment.

Sujata kuti.. let's explore the story of Sujata who offered the Milk Rice to Gautama.

Let explore the bodhi tree where Buddha attained enlightened, practice 10mins meditation and get positive energy

It is the largest and the first Buddha statue ever built in India.

Butter lamp house inside Mahabodhi Temple

Let's step into Siddhartha Gautama's Footsteps on this full-day tour

Full-day tour of Bodhgaya, The Land of Enlightnement

Join me on this tour of Bodh Gaya, the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destination in the world.

Located in the state of Bihar, India, it's here that Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment beneath a bodhi tree (Ficus tree) 2600 years ago and became Buddha (the 'Awakened One'). The exact spot is now marked by the sprawling Mahabodhi temple complex (UNESCO World Heritage).

In this very serene place, we'll see monks from all over the world sitting at the foot of an enormous carved Buddha statue, reading holy scriptures, and in deep contemplation.

The town is also home to dozens of Buddhist monasteries, maintained by various Buddhist countries that I'll show you.

I truly believe that travel is all about self-discovery and self-evolution and a tour with me will give you the most worthwhile and enriching experience with in-depth knowledge, so let me take you on a tour of Buddhists India and make your trip memorable and enlightened.

Discover path to peace

Follow me to the most interesting places Bihar has to offer.

Let's meditate together on the peaceful pilgrimage site of Griddhakuta overlooking the entire surroundings. This is said to be the place where Buddha preached and lived for many years of his life.

After leaving Rajgir and its refreshing calmness, we are ready for some history at the ruins of beautiful Nalanda.

Dip into a bath of history in Nalanda and visit the oldest Buddhist University that has ever existed. More than ten thousand students studied here between impressive buildings and beautiful stupas here during the 5th and 12th centuries. We will also visit the great stupa and the famous Archaeological Museum where ancient relics of Nalanda University are kept.

I was born and raised in Bodhgaya, Bihar India, and through me, you can get to know my birthplace the most authentic and local way, so come and join me on this tour and leave with memories you will treasure all your life.

Explore ruins monasteries and classrooms of ancient Nalanda university.

A Beautiful Statue of a Black Buddha in Nalanda

Inside the ruins of ancient Nalanda University

Gridh koot is a hill located at Rajgir, where Lord Buddha carried out many dialogues with his disciples after he achieved enlightenment.

Join me for a day between ruins, history and meditation on this guided tour

Nalanda & Rajgir Day Trip

Discover enchanting Bodhgaya on this three-days guided tour

It was here in Bodhgaya more than 2600 years ago came Siddhartha, a young ascetic, having renounced royal heritage.

He was looking for a quiet retreat where he could meditate upon the causes of human suffering. He had faced many trials and tribulations in his search for truth.

I truly believe that travel is all about self-discovery and self-evolution so on this tour with me you will have a unique opportunity to learn the journey of Enlightenment of Buddha at the land of enlightenment i. e, Bodhgaya, and it is ideal for anyone interested in the path trodden by Buddha. . .

Follow the steps of Buddha on his journey of Enlightenment

Full-day tour to discover Bodhgaya village and its local culture

I was born and raised in Bodhgaya, Bihar India and through me, you can get to know my birthplace the most authentic and local way.

On this tour, I'll show you the real Bihari village culture. I will introduce you to local villagers and you will be invited into a real mud house and have a chat with locals over a chai.
I will translate all your questions so that you can have a real conversation.

This tour will offer you an authentic experience that not many travelers get to see. We also visit the local food market and see where local families get their daily food from. And most interesting of all: What they are cooking back home?!

Come as a guest, leave as a friend!

Beautiful statue of Buddha inside Mahabodhi Temple

Let explore the bodhi tree where Buddha attained enlightened, practice 5mins meditation and get positive energy

Meet the local people and off the beaten tracks

Learn what the Buddha learned. Come and pay homage to the blessed one by visiting some of the important places associated with his life. Come and follow the footsteps of lord Buddha that will take you one steps closer to finding the incredible you.

This tour is for those visiting the major Sites of Buddhism which lie on the great plains of Ganges in India and Nepal. The main emphasis is the life of the Buddha; how each location was significant during his time; and how that history came to be known in the modern world. This tour is useful for those who seek to know where and how the Buddha taught, 2500 years ago.

In this tour you will visit the four holiest sites of Buddhism and four more sacred sites. Gautama Buddha himself had identified the following four sites most worthy of pilgrimage for his followers, observing that these would produce a feeling of spiritual urgency.

A guided tour to Buddhist holy places of India and Nepal, from Bihar

Homeland of the Buddha

Discover the essence of Buddhism & Hinduism

I believe that traveling is not just about seeing places. It is an overwhelming spiritual experience where one can learn to connect with the unknown, other than connecting to oneself.

It is a journey beyond the comfort zone, to seek the greater knowledge of patience and perseverance, discover a profound sense of peace, joy, and appreciation. In one way or another, you will grow and learn, and that's really what travel is all about.

A spiritual journey is a process of reconciliation and education through enlightenment. It is as unique and individual as each individual is unique; and each of us eventually comes to attain the reconciliation and education in our own way, in our own time.

On this tour with me, you will discover yourself rather than the place you will visit. This tour will enlighten you on the real essence of the world's ancient and very profound religions, Hinduism and Buddhism, by visiting the holiest place of Hindus-Varanasi and important Buddhist sites where Buddha in his lifetime visited.

Let me take you on a Spiritual Journey during this eight-days tour.

Join me on this magical adventure as I escort you through north India's vibrant cities, exquisite temples, culture and heritage sighting is also sure to add to your memorable experiences in this most rewarding of travel destinations.

From the purest symbol of love, Taj Mahal to the holiest of all rivers, the Ganges. Varanasi the holiest for Hindus and oldest living city of the world and many more. North India is a treasure trove of vast heritage, authentic culture and an array of experiences filled with serenity.
A tour with me provides opportunities for spiritual growth and personal transform as I truly believe that travel is all about self discovery and self evolution. It give you the joy, freedom, excitement, curiosity, adventure, fun, learning and most importantly it enlighten your soul. A tour with me will give you the most worthwhile and enriching experience with in-depth knowledge.

Discover North India

Treasures of North India

Magadha, ancient kingdom of India, situated in what is now west-central Bihar state, in northeastern India. It was the nucleus of several larger kingdoms or empires between the 6th century BCE and the 8th century CE.

 Lively accounts of Pataliputra and Magadha are available in the Indica of the Greek historian Megasthenes (c. 300 BCE) and in travel diaries of the Chinese Buddhist pilgrims Faxian and Xuanzang (4th-5th and 7th centuries CE). Many sites in Magadha were sacred to Buddhism and Jainism. Toward the close of the 12th century, Magadha was conquered by the Muslims.

In this tour you will discover Ancient Magadh or today's Bihar and you will know how that rich history came to be known in the modern world. The name Bihar comes from Sanskrit word Vihara means monastery. Now Bihar is the land of ancient heritage.

Explore Bihar the land of heritage, multi day trip from Bodhgaya

Magadh - The India's ancient glory

Follow the footsteps of lord Buddha in India and Nepal, the crucible of buddhism. Pay homage to the blessed one at the four holy palaces associated with his life. See life in new light and take one steps closer to finding the Buddha.

In this tour you will visit the four holiest sites of Buddhism. Gautama Buddha himself had identified the following four sites most worthy of pilgrimage for his followers, observing that these would produce a feeling of spiritual urgency.

1. Lumbini: birthplace of Prince Siddhartha (in Nepal)

2. Bodh Gaya: is the most important religious site and place of pilgrimage, the Mahabodhi Temple houses what is believed to be the Bodhi Tree where Prince Siddhārtha attained enlightenment and became known as Buddha.

3. Sarnath: where Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon.

4. Kushinagar: where Gautama Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana.

Find what the Buddha found

Finding the Buddha

This Guided spiritual tour will take you to explore and understand the Buddha and Buddhism.

An illustrated exploration of information ranging from ancient legends of the Buddha's life to practical information of the sacred sites. It will take you to the extreme places of Buddhist India where Buddhism originated more than 2500 years ago.

I truly believe that travel is all about self-discovery and self-evolution and that this tour with me will provide you a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and personal transformation by visiting some of the most important sacred sites.

I created this tour to help you open your minds to a whole new world, away from the concrete jungles of urban life, and to Blissfulness…

1st century CE Buddha with moustacheof Gandhara art kept in Bihar Museum.

My vietnamese group offering prayer at Vaishali

Ashoka's pillar at Vaishali 3rd century BC

a 4th -5th century CE pillar full of stucco images of Buddha.

The best preserved 3rd century BC highly polished Ashoka's Pillar with life size asiatic lion on the top.

Gurudwara Patna Sahib, Birth olace of 10th and last guru of Sikh religion. one of the most scared place of Sikh religion.

Pala period Buddha in Bihar museum, Patna

rock carving of jain teachers in swarnabhandar cave, Rajgir

Holy relics of Lord Budddha, Patna museum

Discover and experience the Buddha and Buddhism on this five-days private tour

Walking with the Buddha

Get a glimpse of Bihar through the ages, with a visit to the four most popular tourist destinations - Bodhgaya, Barabar, Rajgir, and Nalanda.

On this tour, I'll take you to visit two great UNESCO World Heritage sites of this region i. e, the Mahabodhi temple of Bodhgaya and the Ancient remains of the world's first residential university, Nalanda.

This trip will help you to understand the world's two ancient religions, Buddhism and Jainism.

The major highlight of this tour will be Barabar caves for those who have read the famous book of E. M. Forster "a passage to India". E. M. Forster visited the caves on one of his two visits to India. Struck by their curious echo, he used them as a central location in his book, renaming them as 'The Marabar cave' for the story.

A tour with me will give you the most worthwhile and enriching experience with in-depth knowledge so let me take on a tour that will also leave you mesmerized with pleasurable memories of the ancient past for a lifetime.

Discover the incredible history of Bihar on this three-day guided tour.

Bihar through the ages

Bihar occupied an important position in the early history of India. For centuries it was the principal seat of imperial powers and the main focus of Indian culture and civilization.

In this tour, I'll take you to discover the two great UNESCO World Heritage sites of Bihar. Bodh Gaya, the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destination in the world. It's here that Lord Buddha became enlightened during intense meditation under a Bodhi tree. And the most popular Mahavihara of ancient times, a significant Buddhist seat of academic excellence and a modest pilgrim center, all wrapped in a wisp of spirituality. This town houses one of the world's oldest and finest residential universities which itself was an architectural masterpiece and one can still feel it.

I am specialized in conducting Buddhist/Cultural tours so a tour with me will give you the most worthwhile and enriching experience with in-depth knowledge so come and join me to experience the hypnotic world of the ancient era.

And monk meditating at mahabodhi temple complex, Bodhgaya

Statue of 7th century Chinese traveler and scholar Xuang Zang

108 small Buddha in different posture at Nalanda

Inside view of Bhutan monastery, Bodhgaya

Xuang Zang Statue in his memorial building, Nalanda

1700years old statue of Lord Buddha in Bhumisparsh mudra or Earth touching pose in sanctum of Mahabodhi temple

Discover the two great Unesco World heritage sites of Bihar on this two-days tour

The ancient seat of Knowledge

Ancient Pataliputra modern Patna has a glorious past like no other city in Indian History and I will show it to you during this tour.

Once the capital city of Maghdha, was founded in 490 BC. Since then, the city has a recorded history of more than 2000 years. A city that saw the rise and fall of powerful dynasties like of Mauryan's and Gupta's, was once considered at par with the glorious Mesopotamian city of Susa and Ecbatana.

A city that welcomed and amazed great travelers like Megasthanese, Fa-Hein, and now you, and that proudly witnessed the brilliance of Chanakaya, Panini, and Kalidas, to name a few.

I am specialized in conducting Buddhist/Cultural tours so a tour with me will give you the most worthwhile and enriching experience with in-depth knowledge so come and join me to experience the glorious past of Patna.

My click of 3rd century BC Yakshi in Bihar museum

Khuda baksh public oriental library, Patna

3rd century highly polished pillar, Patna

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