Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Lumbini
You'll fly from Kathmandu to Bhairahawa this morning, then drive to Lumbini, the UNESCO World Heritage site where Buddha was born. Once you arrive, you'll start with the World Peace Pagoda for views of the sacred garden area. After that, head to the museum to get context on the site's history and significance. The Mayadevi Temple comes next, where you can see the exact birthplace marker. Before settling in for the night, you'll check out the Asoka Pillar, which dates back centuries. You're staying overnight in Lumbini, so you'll have time to walk around the grounds in the evening if you'd like.
- Start point
- Jyatha, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (alpine-club-of-himalaya)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit World Peace Pagoda
- Visit museum in New Tourist Village
- Visit Mayadevi Temple and view Marker Stone
- View nativity scene statue
- Explore ruins of old temple walls
- View Asoka Pillar with inscriptions
Optional Activities
- Explore monasteries representing Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism throughout the area
Landmarks World Peace Pagoda Mayadevi Temple Asoka Pillar Lumbini UNESCO World Heritage Site - Day 2
Lumbini
Today you're driving out to see several Buddhist archaeological sites that connect to Buddha's early life. Tilaurakot (ancient Kapilavastu) is first on your route, followed by stops at Gotihawa, Kudan, Niglihawa, and Sagarhawa. Each site tells a different part of Buddha's story before his enlightenment. Your guide will explain what each location meant historically and how they fit into the larger narrative. The drive between sites takes time, so plan for a lunch break during the day. Later in the afternoon, you'll head back to Lumbini for another overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Tilaurakot (ancient city of Kapilavastu)
- Visit Gotihawa (birthplace of Krakuchanda Buddha)
- Visit Kudan (Nigrodharma Park where Buddha was received by his father)
- Visit Niglihawa (birthplace of Kanakmuni Buddha)
- Visit Sagarhawa (archaeological findings site)
Landmarks Tilaurakot Gotihawa Kudan Niglihawa Sagarhawa - Day 3
Lumbini to Kathmandu
You're leaving Lumbini this morning and driving to Devdaha, the maternal hometown of Queen Mayadevi. From there, continue to Ramagram to see the seven-meter-high brick stupa sitting on the Jharahi River bank. This structure contains a relic of Buddha, making it an important pilgrimage site. After spending some time at Ramagram, you'll head back toward the airport. Late in the afternoon, you'll fly back to Kathmandu. It's a shorter day travel-wise, but you'll see some significant historical ground before saying goodbye.
- End point
- Jyatha, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (alpine-club-of-himalaya)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner in Kathmandu)
Included Activities
- Visit Devdaha (ancient capital of Koliya kingdom)
- Visit Ramagram stupa on Jharahi River bank
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Landmarks Devdaha Ramagram Stupa Jharahi River
