| Duration: | 8 Day(s) - 7 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Pilgrimage Tours |
Nepal is the most important place of pilgrimage in Buddhism. One of these places is Lumbini where Gautam Buddha was born. Other pilgrimage sites of religious significance to the Buddhists are the Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, Kapan Monastery, and Namo Buddha. Lumbini is the holy site of Buddhism where Buddha was born. In the ruins of ancient Lumbini, we find a sacred tree, the Ashoka pillar, a bathing pond, and the Mayadevi temple, where the exact spot of Buddha's birth is located. As of 1997, Lumbini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Boudhanath stupa is one of the holiest and largest Stupas in the world. In 1979 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over 50 Gompas surround this Stupa located in the Eastern part of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is probably the most sacred site for pilgrimage in Buddhism. It is also known as the Monkey Temple because a number of holy monkeys live in and around the temple premises.
The Stupa sits atop a small hill in Kathmandu and is surrounded by small shrines and temples. Namo Buddha is believed to be the place where Lord Buddha had once offered his life to a starving Tigress and her cubs. Namo Buddha which is located 40 kilometers from Kathmandu is also one of the most famous Buddhist pilgrimages in Kathmandu.
TRIP FACTS:
Country: Nepal
Activities: Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour
Max Altitude: 1300 M
Trip Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Best Season: Jan - Dec ( Any Season )
Trip Grade: Easy
Start - End: Kathmandu to Kathmandu
OUTLINE ITINERARY:
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel (Kathmandu) O/N at Hotel With BB Basis.
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu: Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath (Kathmandu) O/N at Hotel with BB Basis.
Day 03: Sightseeing Tour to Pharping Monastery O/N at Hotel With BB Basis.
Day 04: Sightseeing Tour to Namobhuddha (Kathmandu) O/N at Hotel With BB Basis.
Day 05: Kathmandu fly to Bhairawa and drive to Lumbini, & Half day sightseeing tour O/N at Hotel with BB Basis.
Day 06: Sightseeing in Lumbini (Lumbini) O/N at Hotel with BB Basis.
Day 07: Drive Back to Kathmandu (Kathmandu) O/N in Hotel with BB Basis
Day 08: Departure to your own destination.
DETAIL ITINERARY:
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel (Kathmandu) O/N at Hotel With BB Basis:
Welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our airport representative welcomes you and assists with to transfer your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening you'll meet and transfer for a welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu and briefing about your trip.
Day 02: Full day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley:
After breakfast in your hotel, you have a full-day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley. First, we visit the Baudhanath Stupa in Baudha. Over 50 Gompas surround this Stupa located in the Eastern part of Kathmandu. Next, we visit the Kapan monastery where we meet a senior Lama and learn about Buddhism and its practices. Then we visit the famous Swayambhunath Stupa, probably the most sacred site for pilgrimage in Buddhism.
Day 03: Sightseeing Tour to Pharping Monastery(Kathmandu) O/N at Hotel With BB Basis:
Today we visit the Pharping Monastery. Pharping is believed to be the place where Guru Padmasambhava attained the state of enlightenment. Evening you will drive to Dhulikhel overnight for the next day's visit purpose of Namobuddha.
Day 04: Sightseeing Tour to Namobhuddha (Kathmandu) O/N at Hotel With BB Basis:
After breakfast in the hotel, our guide will pick you up from the hotel. Today we will drive 2 hrs from Kathmandu to see the Buddhist pilgrimage site Namobuddha. Namobuddha is believed to be the place where Lord Buddha had once offered his life to a starving Tigress and her cubs.
Namo Buddha which is located 40 kilometers from Kathmandu is also one of the most famous Buddhist pilgrimages Near Kathmandu. Visit around Namobuddha & evening you will drive back to Kathmandu in a private car. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05: Kathmandu flies to Bhairawa & Drive to Lumbini:
Today the early morning you will fly to Bhairawa and will drive to Lumbini the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Buddha, the son of Maya Devi was born in 623 BC in a sacred garden, whose remains we visit today. After refreshing at Hotel you will visit Mayadevi Temple.
Day 06: Sightseeing in Lumbini(Lumbini) O/N at Hotel with BB Basis:
After breakfast, today you have a full-day guided sightseeing tour in Lumbini you will visit all the major attractions of Lumbini; the Maya Devi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar, the Sacred Garden, and the Puskani Pond. During day time you will visit the whole Lumbini Area around 6 KM. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 07: Drive Back to Kathmandu (Kathmandu) O/N in Hotel with BB Basis:
After Breakfast, you will drive back to Kathmandu. It can take more than 8/9 Hours to reach Kathmandu. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 08: Departure to your own Destination:
Our airport representative will transfer you to Airport for your final departure.
[NOTE: The above information is from a tour guide and standard template of what we provide. The tour can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.]
COST: For the group price please contact us.
PRICE INCLUSIONS:
Based on Budget Hotel:
Per person based on double sharing room
Per person based on a single room
A single supplementary charge will be applicable
Based on Three Star Hotel:
Per person based on double sharing room
Per person based on a single room
The single supplementary charge is applicable
ACCOMMODATION:
5 nights hotel in Kathmandu on BB plan (BB- bed & breakfast)
2 Night hotel in Lumbini on (BB- bed & breakfast)
TRANSPORTATION:
2 times Airports pick up in Kathmandu
1 full day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
1 full day sightseeing tour in Pharping
1 Full day sightseeing tour in Namobuddha
Kathmandu flew to Bhairawa
Pick up from Bhairawa to Lumbini
1 full day sightseeing tour in Lumbini
Bhairawa flies back to Kathmandu
Drop from Bhairawa to Lumbini
2 times Airport drop in Kathmandu
SIGHTSEEING TOUR:
1 full-day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
1 full-day guided sightseeing tour in Pharping
1 Full day sightseeing tour in Namobuddha
1 full day sightseeing tour in Lumbini
All entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu, Pharping, Namobuddha, Lumbini
MEAL:
7 BREAKFAST,
2 DINNER ( including welcome and farewell dinner)
COST EXCLUSIONS:
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu, Pharping, Namobuddha, Lumbini
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, sweets, snacks, tips, etc.
Beverages like mineral water, juice, Coke, Fanta, Sprite as well as alcoholic drinks.
Travel Insurance (Essential).
Personal trekking equipment except stated above.
Tips for field staff and drivers.
