Kathmandu - Lumbini Tour (4
nights / 5 days)
Asides from a discovery of harmony
of Buddhism and Hinduism in and around the Kathmandu Valley,
you are granted a chance to trace back to the life of the
"Enlightened One" or the Buddha, the founder of
Buddhism in Lumbini, which is believed to be a birthplace
of Buddha. The remains of stupa, monasteries as well as the
important archeological sites make Limbini this scared pilgrimage
site among Buddhists from around the world. Visiting here
you will absorb a relaxing atmosphere of tranquility of around
the world.
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you
are welcomed by the hospitable meeting and then you will be
transferred to your hotel. Our guide will explain briefly
the program upon arrival at hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu
It's an experience not to be missed - wake up in the early
morning to witness the beautiful sunrise outlook from the
resort before breakfast serving. The next, we head for Kathmandu
and keep half day valley sightseeings with Kathmandu Durbar
Square, the place of the Malla and then the Shah Kings of
Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess,
visiting Swoyambhunath, a stupa on the top of hill - from
here you can overlook the scenery of Kathmandu Valley. We
then visit Patan, a famous city features of arts and crafts
- the highlight of trip is the Shikara (Krishna Temple), Patan
Durbar with Royal bath, Hiranya Varna Mahavir (Buddhist Monastery)
Day 3: Kathmandu - Lumbini
After breakfast, we travel overland from Kathmandu to the
Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, where has been revered
as the place of holy pilgrimage. Lumbini has been included
as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO - if the time permits,
we take you to visit Manakamana Temple, believed as the wish
fulfilling goddess by cable car.
Upon arrival Lumbini, we transfer you
to the hotel, check-in and then we go walking through the
Sacred Lumbini Garden where the Buddha was born converges
on the Ashoka pillar, visit the Maya Devi Temple with its
bas-relief sculpture depicting Maya Devi holding on with her
right hand to a branch of pipal tree and giving birth to the
infant Buddha who stand up on a lotus pedestal.
Day 4: Lumbini
After breakfast, we begin the trip by driving away, 27km west
of Lumbini; visit the important archaeological site, Tilaurkot,
the ancient palace of King Suddodha (Siddhartha Gautam's father),
where the Buddha spent his formative years as a Shakya Prince.
Allow yourself for a moment to wander around and soak the
atmosphere. There's a museum nearby, The Kapilvastu Museum;
the pottery, jewelry and ornaments are gathered in-house.
End up the remarkable tour in Tilaurkot by visiting the shrines,
monasteries and stupa near the sacred garden.
Day 5: Lumbini - Kathmandu
After breakfast, we leave Lumbini by road and back to Kathmandu.
Check-in at hotel, rest of the day is at your own leisure.
Day 6: Depart Kathmandu
After breakfast, rest of day is at leisure until we pick you
up at the hotel and then transfer to airport for your next
stop.
