Buddhism Tour: 08 Days
Duration
8 Days
Tour Distance
~ 130 KM
Best Season
All Year Round
MEALS
Breakfast
Difficulty
1/5
Accomodation
Hotel & Monastery
Max. Altitude
1,50m
Walking per day
~ 30-60 Min
Buddhism Tour: 10 Days
AU $1,685
Family of 4 or more get 10% discount. You can claim the discount at Nepal Office.
30% discount for children aged 4–10
Free for children under 4 years old
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Overview of Nepal Highlights Tour
This Buddhist Pilgrimage tour gives you the spiritual, cultural, and natural experience while showing off the prints of medieval society and memories of the Himalayas. On this tour you will be able to gain knowledge of Nepal’s rich and diverse culture. When traveling to a country as unique as Nepal, it is important to learn about its social, ethnic, and religious makeup.
On the cultural tour, you will be able to get a little taste of everything. This includes visiting ancient temples and attending religious ceremonies. Also, seeing attending valley tours to visiting Lumbini “Birth Place of Buddha.” You will be able to see many aspects of Nepal’s capital city of Kathmandu.
Major Highlights of the Trip
Discover ancient Buddhist monasteries: Experience authentic Buddhist culture by observing morning prayers, learning meditation practices, and witnessing the serene daily life of monks in their traditional saffron robes.
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple to understand Hindu cremation rituals, marvel at the magnificent stupas of Swayambhunath and Boudhanath with their iconic Buddha eyes, and immerse yourself in spiritual enlightenment.
Discover Pharping – A sacred site where Guru Rinpoche is said to have meditated; explore ancient caves, monasteries, and traditional rituals
Connect with diverse cultures: Journey through Nepal's rich cultural tapestry, from Hindu temples filled with emotion and devotion to Buddhist sites that bring inner peace and harmony, creating unforgettable memories of spiritual discovery.
Inclusions
All airport Transfers
Deluxe Room Accommodation with Breakfast in Kathmandu & Lumbini
Deluxe Room Accommodation with Breakfast in Namobuddha Monastery
English Speaking Buddhist Cultural Private Guide
Entrance fees to all cultural heritage sites and temples as per itinerary
Kathmandu – Bhairawa domestic flight
Explore Lumbini in an Electric Rickshaw
Lumbini to Kathmandu Tourist Bus
All city tour by Private Vehicle
Government Tax
Exclusions
Personal Insurance and Expenses
Natural Calamities beyond our control and expenses incurred during rescue services.
Lunch and Dinner
Experience Nepal's Buddhist treasures in 8 days—holy temples, ancient stupas, and the transformative land of enlightenment.
DAY 01
Arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal
Drive Distance
~ 7 km
Drive Time
~30 Min
Hike Distance
N/A
Hike time
N/A
Accomodation
Tibet Boutique Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Welcome to the medieval city. Flying through the Himalayan ranges and landing at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu with a bird’s eye view of the city. Kathmandu is a city of three districts Kathmandu the city of Chiming bells itself, Patan or Lalitpur the city of fine arts and Bhaktapur the city of devotees.
The three cities comprise of 7 UNESCO world heritage sites. The wonder of Kathmandu fascinates you on every trip that you follow. You will be met by our representative and we will drive you to the centrally located Hotel. You will have ample time to rest and overcome the jet lag.
DAY 02
City Tour in Kathmandu and Drive to Namobuddha
Drive Distance
~ 41 Km
Drive Time
~ 1 hrs
Hike Distance
N/A
Hike time
N/A
Accomodation
Moanstery
Meals
Breakfast
Boudhanath is the largest stupa in the valley and the largest stupa in the world. It lies about 6 km east of downtown Kathmandu. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the most fascinating specimens of stupa design with hundreds of prayer wheels and 108 small images of Buddha all around.
Pashupatinath temple is one of the famous Hindu temples in the world and is also listed as a world heritage site. It is a pagoda style Hindu temple with gilt roofing and richly carved silver doors dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River.
The cremation process of the Hindus body is the sight full of emotions but also an interesting way of looking at the life cycle. After the cultural tour later evening you will drive to Namo Buddha.
DAY 03
Namobuddha Visit and Meditation
Drive Distance
N/A
Drive Time
N/A
Hike Distance
N/A
Hike time
N/A
Accomodation
Monastery
Meals
Breakfast
The pilgrimage site of Namo Buddha is about forty kilometers from the Boudhanath Stupa. Located on slightly elevated land, it is a pleasant and out-of-the-way place.
The landscape below resembles an eight-petaled lotus, and the sky above has the form of a wheel with nine spokes. In this wide panorama, some mountains glisten white like a conch shell or a crystal. On other mountains, the groves of trees seem to gleam with emerald and turquoise jewels. In the summertime, southern winds bring coolness; in wintertime, the warm, gentle sun is like the clear and radiant face of youth.
DAY 04
Namobuddha - Fly to Lumbini
Flight Time
~35 Min
Total Drive Time
~2 -3 hrs
Total Drive Distance
~70 Km
Hike time
N/A
Accomodation
Hotel Ananda Inn
Meals
Breakfast
Today you will leave early morning from Namobuddha and fly to Birthplace of Lord Buddha “Lumbini”. Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, in the Terai plains of Nepal is one of the greatest pilgrimage sites for Buddhists.
More than 400,000 Buddhists and non-Buddhists visit Lumbini every year. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Culture) and holds immense archeological and religious importance. Sacred Garden: It was here in the gardens of Lumbini that Prince Siddhartha Gautam, who later became the Buddha, was born in 623 BC.
DAY 05
Lumbini City Tour Continue
Drive Distance
N/A
Drive Time
N/A
Hike Distance
N/A
Hike time
N/A
Accomodation
Hotel Ananda Inn
Meals
Breakfast
A commemorative pillar erected by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka of India during his pilgrimage to the holy site in 249 BC marks the nativity site.
Lumbini is one of four magnets for pilgrimage that sprang up in places pivotal to the life of the Buddha, the others being at Kushinagar, Bodh Gaya, and Sarnath. Lumbini was where the Buddha lived until the age of 29. Lumbini has a number of temples, including the Mayadevi temple, and others under construction.
DAY 06
Drive Back to Kathmandu
Drive Distance
~ 289 Km
Drive Time
~ 9 -10 hr
Hike Distance
N/A
Hike time
N/A
Accomodation
Tibet Boutique Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
After breakfast in Lumbini, begin your scenic drive back to Kathmandu. The journey covers approximately 289 kilometers and takes about 9-10 hours, following the Mahendra Highway through Nepal's diverse landscapes.
The route passes through the fertile Terai plains, traditional villages, and gradually ascends into the hills as you approach the Kathmandu valley.
You'll witness the changing scenery from subtropical lowlands to terraced hillsides, offering final glimpses of rural Nepalese life before returning to the bustling capital. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel, concluding your spiritual journey through Nepal's Buddhist heritage.
DAY 07
Pharping and Swayambhunath Stupa City Tour
Drive Distance
~42 Km
Drive Time
~1.5 hrs
Hike Distance
N/A
Hike time
n
Accomodation
Tibet Boutique Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Today, you will head towards Pharping, which is a highly spiritual place in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Here, you will visit the sacred Asura cave, where Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche) attained enlightenment. This powerful pilgrimage site offers an opportunity for deep reflection, where you can meditate or offer butter lamps in reverence. Afterward, explore the nearby Tibetan monasteries, including Rigon Tashi Choeling, where you’ll immerse yourself in the peaceful monastic surroundings and Tibetan Buddhist traditions.
After the exploration of Pharping, you will visit Swayambhunath stupa(literally meaning self-incarnated) which is known as the Monkey temple, as herds of monkeys are residential there. Swayambhunath is a UNESCO world heritage site and itself consists of various shrines dating back to the ancient period..
DAY 08
Departure
Flight
N/A
Vehicle
~30 min
Accomodation
N/A
Meals
Breakfast
Trek Distance
N/A
Difficulty
N/A
Trek time
N/A
Max. Altitude
N/A
As your Buddhism tour comes to an end, you've experienced sacred monasteries, enlightening spiritual teachings, and the warmth of Buddhist hospitality.
From the ancient stupas of Kathmandu to the meditation retreats of Pharping and the holy birthplace of Buddha in Lumbini, your journey offered unforgettable glimpses of Nepal's profound spiritual heritage.
We hope this pilgrimage leaves you with lasting memories of Nepal's sacred beauty and Buddhist wisdom. Today, we'll transfer you to the airport for your departure with heartfelt thanks and the hope of seeing you again. After all, once in Nepal is never enough.
Know your accomodation in Nepal?
In Cities (Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan)
While in the cities (Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan), you’ll stay in twin-share or double rooms at comfortable 3-star hotels with cozy beds and crisp linen.
If you prefer a private room or are not comfortable sharing, you can customize your trip here, or contact us to request a single room for the entire trip at an additional cost.
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