Caravan Buses to Connect Tourists with Destinations Like Bodhgaya, Nalanda, and Valmiki Nagar

In a bid to transform travel experiences, Bihar Tourism has introduced luxury caravan buses, designed to provide a 5-star hotel experience on wheels. The initiative, flagged off in Patna, aims to attract both domestic and international tourists by offering comfort, convenience, and flexibility for road trips across the state.

Built on BharatBenz platforms, these caravans are equipped with private bedrooms, kitchen facilities, bathrooms, entertainment systems, fire detectors, and CCTV surveillance. The service is priced at ₹75 per kilometre, with a minimum daily usage of 250 km, making it ideal for trips to cultural hotspots like Bodhgaya, Nalanda, and Valmiki Nagar.

Tourism Minister Arun Shankar Prasad emphasized that the caravans will redefine road travel in Bihar, offering tourists a unique way to explore heritage sites while enjoying modern luxuries.

Key Highlights

• Launch Date: January 2026, flagged off in Patna.
• Fleet: Two luxury caravan buses introduced initially.
• Pricing: ₹75/km with minimum 250 km daily usage.
• Amenities: Beds, kitchen, bathroom, AC, entertainment, fire safety, CCTV.
• Destinations: Bodhgaya, Nalanda, Valmiki Nagar, and other tourist circuits.
• Bookings: Now open via Bihar Tourism channels.

Sources: Jagran, Bihar Tourism (official), The Hindu, Travel News India