Shraddha and Pind Daan in Gaya from Chennai

• After a light meal, proceed to the Vishnupad Temple and the sacred Falgu River.
• The main Pind Daan rituals are performed on the banks of the Falgu River. A pandit (priest) will guide you through the process, which involves offering pindas (rice balls) to the ancestors.
• Perform Tarpan (offering water) and other essential rites. The entire process can take a few hours.

Evening : Return to your hotel for some rest. The evening is free for leisure. You can have an early dinner and prepare for the next day’s ceremonies.

Dinner & Overnight Stay : Enjoy a simple, Sattvic meal (as is customary during the Shraddha period) and a peaceful overnight stay in Gaya.

• After completing the rituals, travel to Bodh Gaya, which is a short drive (approx. 30 minutes) from Gaya city.
• Bodh Gaya is the place where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. Visit the Mahabodhi Temple Complex (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and the sacred Bodhi Tree.
• Take some time for quiet contemplation and to soak in the peaceful, serene atmosphere. You can also visit the Great Buddha Statue and the various monasteries built by different countries (e.g., Japanese, Thai, Burmese).

Evening : Drive back to your hotel in Gaya. The evening can be spent relaxing or visiting a local market if you wish.

Dinner & Overnight Stay : Enjoy your final night in Gaya, reflecting on the day’s spiritual significance.

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel. 
• If time permits before your flight, you can visit a few more local attractions in Gaya. A popular choice is the Dungeshwari Cave Temples, also known as Mahakala Caves, where Lord Buddha meditated for many years before attaining enlightenment.

• Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Gaya International Airport (GAY) for your return flight to Chennai.
• Depart with a sense of peace and fulfillment, having successfully completed the sacred pilgrimage.