Lumbini Tour

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Nepal

Lumbini tour concentrates on the life of The Buddha (Prince Siddhartha) found in his birthplace. While it is a leisurely visit in one hand, in the other hand it shows the colossal archaeological triumph of humanity. There are 62 archaeological sites in Lumbini alone that they give evidence to occasions as major parts of Buddha’s life.

Kathmandu to Lumbini tour is a visual guide to Buddha’s life and observation of the roots of Buddhism. It incorporates visit to seven different locales outside Lumbini. In addition, you get to know about lifestyle, culture and tradition of people living in the Terai region.

Lumbini is the most important section of Buddha Circuit tour in Nepal. It is so because Lumbini is the place from where Buddhism was begun from! To customize this tour, Kathmandu Chitwan Lumbini tour can also be booked via Orbit Alpine Adventure.

You can do Lumbini tour after or before visiting Chitwan National Park. After visiting the birthplace of Lord Buddha, you can plan for Palpa and Pokhara City Tour as well. You need around 2 more days to explore all the touristic sites of the Lake City.

Then, you can also extend this day tour to Bandipur, the Queen of the Hills and Historical Gorkha Tour. Whether to cut short or extend Buddhist pilgrimage tour depends upon the vacation and budget you have to spend while in Nepal.

A Short Introduction of Gautam Buddha

Gautama Buddha was born Siddhartha Gautam in Lumbini in 563 B.C. in present-day Rupandehi district of Nepal. Siddhartha’s mother Mayadevi was heading to visit her parents in Devdaha. As she decided to take a short pause in Lumbini, she gave birth to her child. To her utter surprise, the baby strolled three steps promptly after birth.

According to the legend, she was delighted to see his brilliant face. In the mean while, lotuses and water were poured from the sky upon the extraordinary activity of the baby. That day, it is believed, was the day Mayadevi knew her son would become great for ages to come.

Siddhartha Gautama earned the title of “The Buddha” (which means the ‘enlightened one’). He lived a princely life in his dad Suddodhana’s kingdom for a long time. In order to make his son a great ruler, King Suddhodhana attempted his best to draw his child into worldly pleasure.

Therefore, he wed his son at an early age and built an enormous divider around the royal residence. One day, eventually, Siddhartha Gautama saw the sufferings and tragedies of human life: death, poverty and old age. Then, he surrendered the rich life and became a monk. Following quite a while of meandering, contemplation and meditation, he accomplished enlightenment and ultimately became the founder of Buddhism.

Major Sites to Visit in Lumbini Tour

Lumbini is extended in an area of 4.8 km 1.6 km in Rupendehi district of Nepal. It is one of the 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Nepal. It was enlisted in the list in 1997 AD for its cultural and archaeological importance. There are many sites which are archaeologically important and worthy of visiting while in Lumbini Tour.

The major sites of Lumbini are:

  • Maya Devi Temple
  • Ashoka Pillar
  • International Peace Park
  • Tilaurakot
  • Kudan (Nyigrpdharma Park)
  • Gotidaha
  • Ramagram
  • Lumbini MuseumI

If you want to visit all the sites leisurely, this Lumbini tour itinerary should be extended. For this, you can consult with us before or while booking the trip or even in the middle of the trip.

Highlights

  • Birthplace of Lord Buddha
  • Lifestyle, culture and tradition of the Terai region
  • Cultural and archaeological sites related to the life of Gautam Buddha
  • Customizable tour package
  • Accessible in all times of the year
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Upon the arrival day, the crew member of Orbit Alpine Adventure receives you at the Tribbhuvan International Airport. Then, he or she guides you to the hotel.

Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: Welcome dinnerAccommodation: Three Star Hotel

Today, the tour guide of the agency takes you outing for the guided tour around Kathmandu Valley. You will go through the Monkey Temple, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupathinath Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa. The art and architecture of these cultural sites are really worthy of visiting.

In the evening, the team leader tells you all about Lumbini Tour itinerary and the must-visit sites.

Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: Three star Hotel

To go from Kathmandu to Lumbini, you can choose either driving or flight. Direct drive from Kathmandu to Lumbini takes nearly 8 hours (321 kilometers). Alternatively, flight from Kathmandu to Bhairahawa takes 35 minutes and then, drive to Lumbini is 30 minutes.

After reaching in Lumbini, stroll around the touristic places on your own. Or, maybe the team leader accompanies you out there, too.

Max Altitude: 150m/490ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDuration: 8 Hours Drive/30 Minutes Drive + 35 Minutes Flight

Today, you will begin to explore the main landmarks inside the holy birthplace of Lord Buddha. There are so many sites which are worthy of visiting for peace of mind! Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, International Peace Park, Tilaurakot, Kudan (Nyigrodharma Park), Gotidaha, Ramagram and New Village are the must-visit sites while in Lumbini tour.

Max Altitude: 150m/490ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Three Star Hotel

After having breakfast, you begin the return journey to Kathmandu. You can either fly or drive. When you arrive in Kathmandu, you will be shifted to the hotel. In the evening, our company invites you to farewell dinner program. Enjoy the typical Nepali food and cultural performance during the dinning time.

Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: Breakfast, DinnerAccommodation: Three Star HotelDuration: 8 Hours Drive/30 Minutes Drive + 35 Minutes Flight

The staff member of the agency takes you up to the Kathmandu Airport to catch up with your flight. Have a wonderful journey ahead!

Meals: Breakfast
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Lumbini Tour FAQs

In fact, to visit all the major attractions of Lumbini, you should at least spend 3 days. For example, the Ashoka Pillar is located around 22 km northwest of Lumbini while Tilaurakot is 24 km away from Lumbini. There are tens of monasteries built by different countries in reverence to Lord Buddha and Buddhism.

You will find all types of food items from the typical Nepali food to continental dishes. As Buddha advocates non-violence, only non-veg items are found here.

You can make Lumbini tour throughout the year as it lies the Terai region. However, the heavy rainfall in summer and poor visibility, it may not be favourable to visit this shrine. The best time for Lumbini tour is spring and autumn as the weather and temperature remain favourable. Moreover, if you make this tour on the full moon day of Baishak, you can observe the Buddha Jayanti (birth, enlightenment and death).

You can reach from Kathmandu to Lumbini by driving or flying. It is nearly 321 kilometers between these two historical cities. It takes about 8 hours to drive via a tourist bus or private jeep. If you want to fly, it takes 35 minutes to reach Bhairahawa Airport from the Kathmanu Airport. From there, you can reach in 30 minutes by driving along the blacktopped road.

First of all, Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha. There are many cultural and archaeological landmarks worthy of visiting. Besides, the lifestyle, culture and tradition of the Terai region can also seen during this tour.

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