The journey
Darshan, landscape and time to move with care.
A seven-day pilgrimage through Vaishali, Lachhuar, Champapuri, Rajgir, Pawapuri, Guniyaji, Madhuban and Shikharji, planned around darshan, Jain meals and trek support.
At a glance
What shapes this circuit
- 01
Journey planning that begins with darshan priorities and dietary practice
- 02
A deliberate mobility conversation before the Shikharji segment
- 03
Private transport between the principal circuit stops
- 04
Budget, Comfort and Luxury plans with their differences stated clearly
Route thread
From place to place, with purpose
The atlas shows where the journey travels. Use the ordered stops to follow the sequence and read why each place belongs.
Arrival and route orientation.
City and pilgrimage-area coordinates show spatial context; the brass line shows sequence, not the road taken. Geography: Natural Earth 5.1.1.
Day by day
A considered rhythm
The final timings, guide services and transfers are confirmed in your personal proposal.
Day 01Patna arrival and VaishaliPatna · Vaishali
Arrive in Patna and begin the circuit at Vaishali.
- Ashokan Pillar
- Kundalpur
- Mahavira’s birthplace temple
Overnight: Patna
Walking conditions vary across the temple and heritage sites.
Day 02Lachhuar and ChampapuriLachhuar · Champapuri
Travel to Lachhuar and continue to Champapuri for the evening prayers.
- Ancient Jain temple and Dharamshala at Lachhuar
- Vasupujya Swami birthplace at Champapuri
- Evening prayers
Overnight: Champapuri
Temple access and walking conditions should be discussed during planning.
Day 03RajgirRajgir · Nalanda (optional)
Continue to Rajgir for its sacred hills, temples and meditation centres.
- Veerayatan
- Sonagiri Hills
- Jijaji Mandir
- Veerayatan Museum
- Meditation centres
- Optional Nalanda ruins
Overnight: Rajgir
Hill access requires a considered walking and rest plan.
Day 04PawapuriPawapuri
Travel to Pawapuri for darshan and an evening bhakti session.
- Jal Mandir
- Samosharan Mandir
- Gaon Mandir
- Evening bhakti
Overnight: Pawapuri
Walking conditions vary by temple.
Day 05Guniyaji and MadhubanGuniyaji · Madhuban
Visit Guniyaji before continuing to Madhuban at the base of Parasnath Hills.
- Gautam Swami meditation site
- Bhaktamar Mandir
- Shikharji trek preparation
Overnight: Madhuban
Use this day to confirm trek assistance and the next day’s physical plan.
Day 06Sammed Shikharji pilgrimageShikharji
Begin early for the approximately 27 km round trip on Parasnath Hills.
- Darshan at the 20 Tirthankar Nirvana sites
- Return to Madhuban by evening
Pilgrimage trek: Approximately 27 km round trip
Overnight: Madhuban
Discuss walking ability and doli or ropeway support before confirmation.
Day 07Return via Patna or VaranasiPatna or Varanasi
Travel to the confirmed onward connection in Patna or Varanasi.
- Departure transfer
- Optional Kashi Jain temple darshan when travelling through Varanasi
The final road transfer depends on the onward connection.
Included
What we plan into the journey
- Accommodation in Jain Dharamshalas or hotels according to the selected tier
- Air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
- Jain vegetarian meals without onion and garlic, with service according to the selected tier
- Guided darshan and pravachans
- Entry tickets, parking and Shikharji trek support
- Doli or ropeway assistance as an optional arrangement
Final proposal
Anything outside the package
The package workbook does not define exclusions. Your personal proposal will state every service outside the confirmed package before you proceed.
Practical care
Comfort is in the details
Accommodation
Choose Jain Dharamshalas, a three-star hotel and Dharamshala mix, or four-star hotels.
Transport
Family/private plans use an AC seven-seater Traveller or private SUV; group plans use three AC seven-seater Travellers.
Meals
Jain vegetarian meals without onion and garlic are included, with hotel, catered or customized service according to tier.
Pace & mobility
Shikharji can be physically demanding. Your walking ability, preferred mode of assistance and rest needs must be discussed before confirmation.
Guide
Guide, entry-ticket, parking and trek support are included; Luxury plans include a dedicated guide.
When to travel
Dates are checked against weather, pilgrimage conditions and local access before the proposal is finalised.
Photo journal
A visual sense of the journey
Stock photography is used for atmosphere. Named-place captions are shown only where the source metadata verifies the location.
Before you enquire
Common questions
How is Jain food handled?
Tell us the exact dietary practice you follow. It is recorded in the planning brief and confirmed in the final proposal.
Is Shikharji suitable for everyone?
The route can be demanding. We discuss mobility and assistance needs before recommending the right plan.
Can the route be shortened?
Yes. A substantially changed circuit is handled through the tailor-made planning path.