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Day Trip: Nalanda & Rajgir

The ruins of the ancient Nalanda university and the hills of Rajgir — ropeway, hot springs and Buddhist heritage in one day.

Duration
Full day (10–12 hrs)
Best season
Oct–Mar
Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Distance
90 km
Travel time
~2.5 hours each way
Availability
Year-round

Nalanda was one of the world's first great universities, its red-brick ruins still humbling 1,500 years on. Nearby Rajgir offers the Vishwa Shanti Stupa (reached by ropeway), warm springs, and trails once walked by the Buddha and Mahavira.

Together they make a rich full-day heritage circuit. We'll arrange your transport and a suggested itinerary.

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Local food to try

🍽️ Silao Khaja

Nearby

  • Rajgir12 km from Nalanda

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Good to know

Can Nalanda and Rajgir be done in one day?
Yes, with an early start. We'll give you an itinerary and arrange the cab.

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