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Day Trip: Bodh Gaya & the Mahabodhi Temple

The place where the Buddha attained enlightenment — the UNESCO Mahabodhi Temple and the sacred Bodhi Tree, an easy day trip from the hotel.

Duration
Full day (10–12 hrs)
Best season
Oct–Mar
Difficulty
Easy
Distance
115 km
Travel time
~3 hours each way
Availability
Year-round

Bodh Gaya is where, under the Bodhi Tree, Prince Siddhartha became the Buddha. The Mahabodhi Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — draws pilgrims and travellers from across the world, alongside serene monasteries built by Buddhist nations.

It makes a moving full-day trip from Patna. We'll arrange a comfortable cab with a driver so you can leave early and return by evening.

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Local food to try

🍽️ Tibetan momos🍽️ Thukpa

Nearby

  • Dungeshwari Caves12 km

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Make Bodh Gaya & the Mahabodhi Temple part of your Bihar story.

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Good to know

How far is Bodh Gaya from the hotel?
About 115 km, roughly 3 hours by road. We recommend an early start; we can book your cab.
Can you arrange a car for the day?
Yes — a full-day cab with driver. Tell us your date on WhatsApp and we'll confirm a fare.

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