Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Nepal is designed for Buddhist religious people and shows the major highlights of Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal. Nepal is the place where Buddhism was born and the home of Siddhartha Gautam Buddha. Lumbini, Nepal is the place where Gautam Buddha was born in 563 BC and to date, Nepal is known as one of the holiest places among Buddhist religious people. A large number of Buddhist pilgrimage visit Nepal and Lumbini as a spiritual tour.
Trip Name | Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Nepal |
Trip Duration | 7 Days |
Accommodation | Hotel on BB Plan |
Best Seasons | Any |
Group Size | Any |
Trip Grade | Easy |
Transportation | Private Vehicle + Flight |
The starting point of the pilgrimage tour in Kathmandu which is itself a religious city built with numerous temples and Gumba. During your tour in Kathmandu, you will visit Swayambhunath temple which is also known as Monkey temple, and Bouddhanath which is one of the largest gumba in the world. Places are covered with Buddhist chants and praying flags around the valley which also displays good vibes and spirituality in this Buddhist pilgrimage tour.
You will explore the places like Namobuddha Monastery, and Kapan Monastery and besides these valley monasteries, we will go towards the birthplace of Lord Siddhartha Gautam mainly known as Lord Buddha, Lumbini. Maya Devi Temple, Ashok Pillar, and Ponds are some of them not to miss attractions in Lumbini.
Detailed itinerary of Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Nepal
Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, our office representative will receive you and transfer you to the hotel in Kathmandu by private transfer. Just get fresh up and we will meet in the evening for Nepali dinner and talk in detail regarding your Buddhist Pilgrimage trip arrangements. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meal: Dinner
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing
After having breakfast in the morning at the hotel, we will drive towards the popular Buddhist landmark Swayambhunath which is also known as Money Temple. Swayambhunath is popular among Hindu and Buddhist religions and is believed to be established in the 5th century. Explore the Swayambhuanth, we will drive towards the Pharping Monastery to dive in and explore the Buddhist culture and conversation with nuns. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 3: Kathmandu Sightseeing with Namobuddha
You will have breakfast in the hotel and drive for sightseeing. We will explore the Bouddha at first which is one of the largest Buddhist Stupa in the world and a UNESCO heritage site. Then after, we will go towards the Kapan Monastery to explore the daily lives of nuns and monks along with exploring the monastery. We will spend some time here and drive towards Namobuddha today to explore another Monastery.
Located at the sacred pilgrimage site of Namo Buddha, Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery is a popular landmark. It is a residence of 250 monks including a school and college which is a must-see place on Buddhist pilgrimage Tours in Nepal. Overnight stay in Dhulikhel.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 4: Namobuddha to Kathmandu and fly to Lumbini
We will have breakfast early and drive towards the Kathmandu airport directly for our flight towards Lumbini which is 30 minutes flight time. Our representative will receive you from Bhairahawa airport and transfer you to the hotel and check-in there. Once after the check-in, we will drive towards the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini for sightseeing where you will explore the major attractions of Lumbini. Overnight in Lumbini.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 5: Exploring a full day in Lumbini with meditation
You will have breakfast in the hotel and drive towards the temple for more exploration and meditation which gives you inner peace in the birthplace of Buddha. There are numerous monasteries and temples inside the Lumbini which are famous among Buddhist pilgrimage. Overnight in Lumbini.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 6: Fly back to Kathmandu from Bhairahawa
You will have breakfast in the hotel and drive towards the Bhairahawa airport to get a flight to Kathmandu. Our staff will receive you from the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Free time to explore the local areas on your own today, which can be utilized by shopping, exploring, or roaming around. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 7: Departure Day
Today is the last day of your Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Nepal so we will drop you at the airport as per your airport time.
Meal: Breakfast
Cost Includes Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Nepal:
- All surface transfer by private vehicle
- Kathmandu – Bhairahawa – Kathmandu by Flight
- Accommodation in 3-star standard hotel in Kathmandu and Lumbini on BB Plan
- A professional English-speaking guide for the entire trip
- All government and local taxes
- Complimentary welcome dinner
- Things mentioned in an itinerary
Cost Excludes Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour Nepal:
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Meals mentioned besides itinerary i.e.: Lunch and Dinner
- Entry fee for temples, monuments, and monastery
- Nature of personal expenses
- Trip and gratitude for guide and staff – Optional
- Things not mentioned in the “Cost Includes” section and “Itinerary”