Private Half-Day Trip to Sarnath

Travel to the place where Buddhism began. This guided tour of Sarnath is the best way to discover the origins of the ancient religion and explore one of its most sacred cities.

Private Half-Day Trip to Sarnath

After being picked up from your hotel, you'll be taken via private vehicle to Sarnath, located less than 10 miles (15 km) from Varanasi.

After around a 30-minute drive, you'll arrive at one of the four holy cities of Buddhism, where Buddha first taught the concepts of Dharma over 2500 years ago. It remains a pilgrimage center for Buddhists.

During your half-day guided tour, you'll visit important temples in Sarnath, including Sarang Nath, a shrine dedicated to the god Shiva. Your guide will explain the significance of this site. You'll also see the Japanese and Chinese temples, as well as the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar monastery.

The tour concludes with a visit to the Sarnath Museum, which features a collection of Buddhist art and sculpture. Finally, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Varanasi.