Buddhism, a faith founded by Siddhartha Gautama (known as the Buddha), emerged over 2,500 years ago in India. Today, with approximately 470 million followers, Buddhism is considered one of the major world religions. The birthplace of the Buddha was Lumbini, located in what is now Nepal, and he passed away around the age of 80 in Kushinagara, India.
After the Buddha’s death, Buddhism spread throughout South Asia within the following five centuries. Over the course of the next two millennia, it expanded into Central, Southeast, and East Asia, as well as Eastern Europe. Pakistan, in particular, has been a significant center for Buddhism, attracting a large population of pilgrims, learners, and devotees to destinations such as Taxila and Swat.
Our meticulously planned seven-day trip aims to uncover the remarkable remnants of Buddhism in Pakistan. This land, once a flourishing hub of the faith and a prominent center of learning for monks, holds awe-inspiring Buddhist remains. Throughout the journey, you will have the opportunity to explore these historically significant sites, delve into the rich history and teachings of Buddhism, and witness the cultural impact of this ancient religion in the region.
- Visit Taxila Museum, Julian and Sirkap.
- Visit Mohra Moradu, Dharmarajika Stupa And Monastery, Bhir Mound, Piplan
- Visit Takht Bhai, Swat Museum, Mingora Bazaar
- Visit Qissa Khwani bazaar, Peshawar Museum and Mahabat Khan Mosque
- Visit Famous Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, Lok Versa, Pakistan Monument , Margalla Hills
Welcome at Islamabad airport, and transfer to hotel.
Afternoon proceed for city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, which includes famous Faisal Mosque, Shakar Parian, Pakistan monument, Damen Koh, Lok Versa, Museum, Rawalpindi old bazaar, Raja Bazaar.
Altitude: 540 M
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Full day explore the Buddhist and agroecological sites of Taxila, visit Taxila Museum, Julian (Jaulian Monastery), Sirkap and Dharmarajika Stupa
• Accommodation: Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Peshawar 170 km, transfer to hotel. After lunch city tour of Peshawar, which includes Peshawar city, Kissa Khani bazaar, Peshawar Museum and Mahabat Khan Mosque.
• Accommodation: Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive from Peshawar Mingora Swat, en-route visit Takht-e-Bhai Buddhist Monastery, Seri Bahlol and Shahbaz Garhi
• Accommodation: Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Full day explore Swat valley, visit Shingar Dar Stupa, Abasaheb Cheena, Amlukdara Stupa and Bazira Ruins,
• Accommodation: Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, visit the Swat Museum, Saidu Sharif Stupa and bustling Mingora Bazaar, after lunch drive to Islamabad.
• Accommodation: Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to Islamabad airport for international flight
- Airport transfer on first and last day in Islamabad
- All domestic road transfers
- All hotel accommodation (twin sharing room)
- All hotel meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Licensed professional guide
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Visa fee for Pakistan and personal insurance of the clients.
- Tips for drivers, porters and staff
- Single Supplement
- Transfers to and from airports for participants making individual air arrangements
- Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc)
- Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely
- Any other service that is not mentioned in the list above.