Overview
Buddhist Pilgrimage Trip (Kathmandu, Dhulikhel, Lumbini)
Buddhist pilgrimage tours are all about the Lord Gautama Buddha. He traveled the world spreading the gospel of peace. He is the awakened one who followed the Nobel enlightened route, and he believed in people and correctly comprehended their pains, and his manner and instruction would help mankind achieve nirvana via meditation. He despised all sorts of violence and desired that people go in peace. His lessons are still very relevant in people’s lives today.
We will take you on a spiritual tour around Nepal, seeing numerous monuments and Buddhist pilgrimage places.
Trip Facts
Duration
07 Days
Grade
Easy
Activity
Religious and Spiritual Tours
Best Season
All Season
Maximum altitude
1400m
Trip Style
Family Holiday
Highlights
- Visit Buddha’s birthplace, Lumbini.
- Explore Kathmandu’s Buddhist pilgrimage destinations.
- Drive from Kathmandu to Lumbini over lovely hills and riverbanks.
Itinerary
When you arrive at Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport, you will be welcomed by a guide or a representative from our office and transported to your accommodation.
Overnight at Hotel
Accommodation
Standard Hotel
Meal
Dinner
After breakfast, we will take you on a guided tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the Boudhanath stupa, the White Gompa, and Swayambhunath, all of which are places of prayer for Buddha’s students and admirers.
Overnight stay at a hotel.
Accommodation
Standard Hotel
Meal
BSD
After breakfast today, we will take you to Dhulikhel and then take you on a sightseeing trip to Namo Buddha, a revered Buddhist site. At the monastery of Namo Buddha, lunch will be given.
Overnight stay in the resort in Dhulikhel.
Accommodation
Standard Hotel
Meal
BSD
You will travel back to Kathmandu from Dhulikhel and take a flight within Nepal to Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha. Once you arrive, a driver will pick you up and take you to the hotel.
Overnight in Lumbini
Accommodation
Standard Hotel
Meal
BSD
You will explore Lumbini’s Buddhist sites today. You will view the Lumbini Garden, the World China Temple, the Thai Monastery, the Myanmar Temple, the Nepal Buddha Temple, and the World Peace Pagoda.
Overnight in Lumbini.
Accommodation
Standard Hotel
Meal
BSD
You will embark on a guided tour of Lumbini’s temples today, as well as view the Ashok pillar, Mayadevi Pond, and the revered religious site that is the birthplace of Buddha. After that, you’ll return to Kathmandu via car and get to the hotel.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Accommodation
Standard Hotel
Meal
BSD
Transfer to Kathmandu airport in time for your flight. There are no activities planned on the last day and after breakfast, you may depart the hotel at any time. Check-out from the hotel is at 12 noon. If you are departing later, you can arrange luggage storage at the hotel.
The trip typically starts in Kathmandu, continues to Dhulikhel in the eastern Kathmandu Valley, and ends in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha in southwestern Nepal.
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Kathmandu: Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), Boudhanath Stupa, Kopan Monastery, and ancient Buddhist shrines.
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Dhulikhel: Explore hilltop monasteries, panoramic Himalayan views, and local Buddhist culture.
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Lumbini: Visit the Maya Devi Temple, Ashokan Pillar, sacred ponds, monasteries built by different countries, and meditation centers.
No prior knowledge of Buddhism is necessary. Travelers can enjoy the pilgrimage for cultural, spiritual, or historical interests. Guides often explain the significance of each site.
The best seasons are:
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Spring (March–May): Pleasant weather and clear skies.
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Autumn (September–November): Cool temperatures and ideal travel conditions.
Winter is cooler, and monsoon season (June–August) brings heavy rain and occasional road disruptions.
Yes, some sites require entry tickets:
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Lumbini: Entry ticket to the Lumbini Garden and Maya Devi Temple.
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Kathmandu and Dhulikhel: Most monasteries and stupas are free, but some guided tours may charge nominal fees.
Accommodation ranges from budget guesthouses and hotels to mid-range and luxury hotels, especially in Kathmandu and Lumbini. Some monasteries also offer simple meditation lodges for overnight stays.
Nepalese cuisine, vegetarian meals, and international options are widely available. Lumbini and Kathmandu have restaurants serving dal bhat, momo, noodles, soups, and snacks suitable for travelers.
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