Bodh Gaya — view 1 of 4
Bihar, India
Bodh Gaya
Bodh Gaya is one of Buddhism's most significant pilgrimage sites, centred on the Mahabodhi Temple and the Bodhi Tree, said to be a direct descendant of the tree Buddha sat beneath. Often paired with the ancient university ruins at Nalanda and Rajgir.
Ideal duration
1–2 nights
Best time
October to March.
Starting from
₹9,400
Trip Highlights
- Mahabodhi Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The Bodhi Tree
- Nalanda's ancient university ruins, a short drive away
- Rajgir's hot springs and Vishwa Shanti Stupa
Yes — both are within about an hour's drive and are commonly combined into the same trip.