Lumbini Pilgrimage Journey

Visit the birthplace of the Buddha: the Maya Devi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar and the international monasteries.

Duration2 Days / 1 Night
Tour typeSpiritual tour
Group size1 - 15 people
LanguagesEnglish, Hindi
DifficultyEasy
DestinationLumbini

About this trip

A peaceful journey to Lumbini, honoured as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. Meditate in the sacred garden, see the Ashoka Pillar and the marker stone inside the Maya Devi Temple, and cycle between the monasteries built by Buddhist communities from around the world.

This is a sample itinerary.

Highlights

  • Maya Devi Temple and sacred garden
  • Ashoka Pillar (3rd century BC)
  • International monastic zone by bicycle
  • World Peace Pagoda at sunset

Itinerary

1
Day 1 Arrive in Lumbini

Transfer to Lumbini, afternoon in the sacred garden and the Maya Devi Temple.

2
Day 2 Monastic zone and departure

Morning bicycle tour of the monasteries, then onward travel.

What’s included

Included

  • Airport / bus station pick-up and drop-off
  • Private vehicle for the itinerary
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Entrance fees to the sites listed

Not included

  • International flights and Nepal visa fee
  • Lunch and dinner unless stated
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses

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