4 Days Exploring Bodhgaya and Surroundings Itinerary

Begin your day with a trip to Vishnupad Temple in Gaya. This temple is believed to be built on Lord Vishnu's footprint and holds immense religious significance for Hindus. Have breakfast at Hotel Viraat Inn Restaurant before heading out.

After visiting Vishnupad Temple, travel to Dungeshwari Cave Temples where Buddha meditated before attaining enlightenment. These caves offer a serene environment perfect for reflection. For lunch, stop by Bihar Bhawan for some traditional Bihari cuisine.

Return to Bodhgaya in the evening and relax at your hotel or explore local markets for souvenirs. Enjoy dinner at Siddhartha Restaurant, known for its authentic Indian flavors.

Start your day early with a drive to Rajgir. Visit Griddhakuta Hill (Vulture's Peak), where Buddha delivered many important sermons. Have breakfast at Gautam Vihar before exploring further.

In the afternoon, visit Venu Vana (Bamboo Grove), an ancient monastery gifted by King Bimbisara to Buddha and his disciples. For lunch, dine at Rajgir Residency Restaurant, which offers a variety of Indian dishes.

End your day with a visit to Rajgir Hot Springs, believed to have medicinal properties that can heal various ailments. Return to Bodhgaya for dinner at Thai Food House, which serves excellent Thai cuisine.

Travel from Bodhgaya to Nalanda early in the morning. Begin your exploration with Nalanda University ruins – one of the oldest universities in the world that was once a center of learning attracting scholars from all over Asia. Have breakfast at Nalanda Cafe nearby.

Continue exploring Nalanda Archaeological Museum which houses artifacts excavated from Nalanda University ruins including statues of Buddha and other deities as well as ancient manuscripts preserved carefully over centuries . For lunch , try out some local delicacies at Buddha Stupa Cafe.

Conclude your trip by visiting Hiuen Tsang Memorial Hall dedicated Chinese traveler who spent years studying teaching here during his stay India . Return back Bodhgaya evening relax enjoy farewell dinner at{ R-Om Japanese Restaurant } offering delightful Japanese cuisine.