- Visit Maya Devi Temple, birthplace of Lord Buddha
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lumbini
- See the Ashokan Pillar, Lumbini Museum, and Maya Devi Pond
- Walk through international monasteries — Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese pagodas
- Visit Tilaurakot, believed to be Buddha's childhood home
- Peaceful, spiritually rich setting away from Nepal's busier tourist routes
Lumbini Pilgrimage Tour– 3 Days 3D/2N Low
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Lumbini Province, Nepal
Trip Highlights
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Destination
Nepal
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Grade
Low
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Departure City
Kathmandu
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Accommodation
3-star hotel
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Best Season
All season
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Meals
Breakfast
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Max Altitude
1,800 meter
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Group Size
2 - 15
Highlights
Overview
Lumbini is the birthplace of Gautama Buddha and one of Buddhism's four most sacred pilgrimage sites, drawing travelers seeking spiritual reflection alongside history and culture. This 3-day, 2-night tour takes you from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Lumbini, with a full day exploring Maya Devi Temple, the surrounding monastic zone, and the region's UNESCO-listed heritage.
Beyond the temple itself, you'll walk through a landscape of monasteries built by Buddhist communities from around the world, learn the history behind Ashoka's pillar, and get a quieter, more reflective side of Nepal than its mountain trekking routes are known for. The tour is well suited to travelers of all fitness levels and pairs easily with a longer Nepal cultural or trekking itinerary.
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1: Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Lumbini
Depart by private vehicle or tourist bus for the roughly 8–9 hour drive to Lumbini (around 300 km from Kathmandu, or 200 km from Pokhara). Domestic flight options are also available for travelers short on time. Check in to your hotel and rest for the evening.
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Day 2: Full-Day Lumbini Sightseeing
After breakfast, spend the day exploring Lumbini's sacred sites — Maya Devi Temple, the exact birthplace of Buddha, followed by the Ashokan Pillar, Lumbini Museum, and the peaceful Maya Devi Pond. Continue on to the international monastic zone, home to Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese pagodas built by Buddhist communities worldwide. Optionally visit Tilaurakot, the ancient palace site linked to Buddha's early life. Local rickshaw hire is available for getting around the site at your own pace.
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Day 3: Return to Kathmandu or Pokhara
After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu or Pokhara, arriving in the evening. Tour concludes on arrival.
Places You’ll See
Includes & Excludes
What's Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (as per itinerary)
- Accommodation in standard / deluxe / luxury hotels (as selected package)
- Private or shared transportation during the tour
- Daily breakfast (and meals as mentioned in itinerary)
- Professional English-speaking guide (where applicable)
- All applicable government taxes and service charges
- Assistance during the entire trip from our travel team
What's Excluded
- International airfare and visa fees
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Lunch and dinner (unless specified in itinerary)
- Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, phone calls, etc.
- Optional activities (paragliding, rafting, helicopter tours, etc.)
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
- Emergency evacuation or rescue costs (if required)
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions section
- Sightseeing and entrance fees to major attractions
Route Map
No map available.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ideal months are September to November and March to May, when the weather is clear and comfortable for sightseeing.
By road, it's roughly 8–9 hours by private vehicle or tourist bus. Domestic flights to Bhairahawa are also available for a faster journey.
Yes, the tour can begin and end in either Kathmandu or Pokhara, or from the Terai border area, depending on your travel plans.
Yes, this is an easy-grade cultural and pilgrimage tour with minimal walking, suitable for travelers of all ages and fitness levels.
Yes, the Lumbini tour pairs well with Kathmandu Valley cultural tours, Chitwan wildlife safaris, or a longer pilgrimage circuit across Nepal.
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