Yoga & Buddhist Heritage Journey

A soulful journey that weaves together classical yoga practices, disciplined ashram living, and immersive exploration of India’s most sacred Buddhist heritage sites. This retreat offers a harmonious balance of inner transformation and cultural discovery through daily yoga and meditation, mindful routines, and guided visits to Bodh Gaya, Nalanda, Rajgir, and Munger.

Yoga & Buddhist Heritage Journey (6D/ 5N)

Experience Inner Stillness in Munger & Sacred Peace in Bodh Gaya

Destinations

Munger

Rajgir

Nalanda

Bodh Gaya

Our Core Focus

Yoga, disciplined ashram living and sacred Buddhist pilgrimages designed for deep inner transformation.

Yoga

Traditional yoga practices focusing on balance, breath and awareness.

Ashram Life

Simple, disciplined living that nurtures mindfulness and inner peace.

Spiritual Discipline

Meditation, silence and self-reflection as daily spiritual practice.

Buddhist Pilgrimage

Sacred journeys to Bodh Gaya, Nalanda and Rajgir.

Day 1 – Arrival & Welcome to Munger Ashram

  • Arrive at Bihar School of Yoga, Munger (by train or car).
  • Check-in and settle into the serene ashram environment.
  • Light sattvic lunch followed by orientation on ashram lifestyle, rules, and daily schedule.
  • Evening satsang (group chanting and short spiritual talk).
  • Early dinner and silence before bedtime.

Lights off by 9:30 PM – live simply, rest deeply.

Day 2 – Living the Yogic Way

  • Early Morning (4:30 AM – 8:00 AM): Wake-up bell, cleansing rituals, and morning Asana & Pranayama practice.
  • Breakfast & Karma Yoga: Participate in selfless service (garden, kitchen, or cleaning work).
  • Afternoon: Rest, self-study or visit the ashram library for reading yogic texts.
  • Evening: Lecture on Yoga Philosophy or Swami Satyananda’s teachings.
  • Night: Group meditation or Yoga Nidra before sleep.

Day 3 – Self-Reflection & Exploration of Munger

  • Morning yoga and meditation practice.
  • After breakfast, short excursion to explore nearby spiritual sites:
  • Munger Fort – ancient fort overlooking the Ganga River.
  • Chandika Sthan Temple – one of the Shakti Peethas.
  • Ganga Ghat – for peaceful evening aarti.
  • Return to the ashram for dinner and satsang.

Day 4 – Journey from Munger to Rajgir

  • Early breakfast and departure by private vehicle/train towards Rajgir (approx. 5 hours).
  • En route, enjoy countryside views of Bihar’s spiritual landscape.
  • Visit:
  • Griddhakuta Hill (Vulture’s Peak): where Buddha delivered many sermons.
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda: a symbol of global harmony
  • Venuvan: King Bimbisara’s bamboo grove offered to Buddha.
  • Overnight stay in Rajgir.

Day 5 – Nalanda & Bodh Gaya

  • After breakfast, proceed to Nalanda (approx. 20 km).
  • Explore Nalanda University ruins, Hieun Tsang Memorial, and Nalanda Museum.
  • Continue onward to Bodh Gaya (approx. 70 km / 2 hours).
  • Evening visit to:
  • Mahabodhi Temple & Bodhi Tree – meditate at the site of Buddha’s enlightenment.
  • Great Buddha Statue and international monasteries.
  • Overnight stay in Bodh Gaya.

Day 6 – Morning Meditation & Departure

  • Early morning meditation under the Bodhi Tree (optional).
  • Breakfast and closing reflection session.
  • Depart from Bodh Gaya for onward journey or airport transfer (Gaya or Patna).

What is included

5 nights accommodation (3 nights at Munger Ashram + 2 nights in Rajgir/Bodh Gaya)

All vegetarian sattvic meals during the stay

Daily yoga, pranayama, and meditation sessions at the ashram

Satsangs, lectures, and Karma Yoga participation

Local sightseeing and guided visits in Munger, Rajgir, Nalanda, and Bodh Gaya

Transfers between cities (by private vehicle or arranged group transport)

What is not included

Personal expenses, tips, or shopping

Travel to Munger and from Bodh Gaya at the end

Any private taxi or optional excursion not mentioned above

Highlights

Experience authentic ashram living at the Bihar School of Yoga, Munger
Visit four of India’s most sacred Buddhist heritage sites.
Practice Yoga & Meditation where peace and wisdom meet.
A balanced blend of self-discipline, learning, and spiritual travel.

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