LUMBINI DARSHAN [BHLDTO]

It's a 4 Night 5 Days Tour in Kathmandu and Lumbini that discovers the birthplace of Buddha. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, also home to some of the Buddhists pilgrimage sites, and Lumbini itself is the birthplace of Lord Buddha.

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Overview

Lumbini the birthplace of Gautama Buddha is a highly revered Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal.  It is located in the Rupandehi District of Lumbini Province in Nepal. Lumbini Maya Devi temple was made a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997. Located 22 km west of Siddharthanagar (Bhairahawa). Bhairahawa is the nearest airport to Lumbini. 

 

As per the prevalent customs of those days Maya Devi mother of Buddha went to Devdaha from Tilaurakot to deliver the first child. She started having labor pain on the way only. On reaching there she drank water and took a dip in the holy pond and after taking five steps she gave birth to Siddhartha Gautam. It is said that after his birth Siddhartha walked seven steps on the white lotus and uttered three mantras while all Gods and Goddesses showered flowers on him. 

 

Steeped in history this place is pivotal for Buddhist heritage. It is the place where Siddhartha Gautama was born in 563 BC in Lumbini near the historic city of Kapilavastu. He was born in an aristocratic family of the Shakya clan, but eventually renounced all the comforts of his kingly life. He searched for the real meaning of life which lead him to contemplate and meditate on it. After years of meditation, he become enlightened and came to be called ‘’Buddha” meaning the ’’enlightened one”. 

 

After attaining enlightenment he started teaching people that enlightenment can be achieved by all. His disciples came to be called Buddhists. So the places surrounding his life is a pilgrimage site for the Buddhists. Lumbini being the birthplace of lord Buddha is considered a sacred place for the pilgrims. 

 

Other sites linked to the life of the Buddha nearby are Tilaurakot, where Prince Siddhartha lived a life of luxury before embarking on the path to enlightenment. Maya Devi Temple is located on the exact spot where Buddha was born. It is a white-colored square structure with a golden spire. It has got a large holy pond called pushkarini (an ancient Hindu stepped bathing well normally adorned with lotus). In front of the temple stands a pillar erected by King Ashoka who was pivotal in spreading out Buddha”s teachings far and wide. 

 

Lumbini has several older temples, including the Mayadevi Temple. This site had a monastic complex and was a major place of pilgrimage during Lord buddhas time but with time had gone to ruins and lost its relevance. Only later it was revived after the discovery of the Ashoka pillar amidst the ruins.

Maya Devi temple is surrounded by beautiful stupas, monasteries and temples built by Buddhists from around the world for monks and pilgrims. Lumbini International Research Institute, many monuments, monasteries and a museum is also within this holy site.The holy pond Puskarini, where Buddha’s mother took a dip before his birth and where Buddha was bathed after his birth is also near the temple.

 

The Bodhi Tree in Lumbini is located in the premises of the Maya Devi Temple complex right next to the shrine on the banks of the serene Maya Devi Pond. Buddhist monks often sit under the tree meditating and chanting spiritual scripts. The tree is an age-old Peepal tree or Ficus Religiosa clad in colorful prayer flags, Locals believe that wishes made while tying a colorful prayer flag are often granted.

 

Lumbini sees more pilgrims than tourists, and a contemplative and reflective mood prevails. The things to visit in Lumbini are Maya Devi temple, Tilaurakot, world peace Pagoda, Lumbini Monastic site, Eternal Peace Flame, points of interest and landmarks are the Royal Thai Monastery, Dharma Swami Maharaja Buddha Vihar, Myanmar Golden Monastery, Sae Sung Shakya( Korean temple) Kundan Stupa ancient stupas, Manang Samaj Stupa, Vietnam Phat Quoc tu Temple, Great Drigung Lotus Stupa, Thrangu Vajra Vidya Monastery, Chin Temple Zhong Hua Chinese Buddhist Monastery, Sri Lankan Monastery and Cambodian Monastery.

 

Lumbini Monastic Site houses various temples and monasteries maintained to help understand the importance of Buddhism, give insights into the life of Gautama Buddha and for teaching the Buddhist principles and Philosophy of belief, the essence of which is maintaining harmonious associations between several countries. Thrangu Vajra Vidya Monastery is one of them. The monastery is dedicated to Thrangu Rinpoche has several students who are aspiring monks where the teachings of Lord Buddha, are taught.

 

A chorten (monument to Buddha) created by Buddhists from Manang in Northern Nepal, the Manang Samaj Stupa is known to be one of the oldest Stupas in Nepal, dating back to the birth of Gautam Buddha in 600 BC. There is a golden Buddha Statue in the middle of this building and is surrounded by colorful murals.

 

The Buddhist Site has now become a sanctuary for cranes and spreads over an area of 6 square kilometers and consists of the ruins of the palace of Tilaurakot where Siddhartha Gautam spent 29 years of his life. The relevance of the birthplace of Lord Buddha makes Lumbini a pilgrimage site and it is one of the most unique attractions in Nepal and is worth a visit. 


     
 

Hotel Details
Rama Inn 
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Durbar Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

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Buddha Maya Garden 
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Lumbini sanskritik, Lumbini 32900, Nepal

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Flight Details

  • KATHMANDU

    08:50 am

  • LUMBINI

    09:25 am

  • LUMBINI

    09:55 am

  • KATHMANDU

    10:30 am

Itinerary
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival at Kathmandu,Nepal and Half day Sightseeing
  • Airport to Hotel

    Assistance at the airport upon arrival and transfer to hotel and receive briefing about your tour.
    After that, you’ll make your way towards the temples of Pashupatinath and Guheshwori Temples.

  • Pashupatinath and Guheshwori Darshan

    Pashupatinath is one of Nepal’s important Hindu Temple. The present pagoda-style temple was constructed in 1696 A.D. The Pashupatinath Temple complex resembles a life-size collage of life: faith, generosity, poverty, life, death mingle here in an unceasing flow.

    Regarded as a "Shakti Peetha", Guheshwori Temple was built by King Pratap Malla in the 17th century. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Parvati (wife of Lord Shiva). It is considered an important Hindu pilgrimage destination.

  • Rama Inn

    Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 - Fly from Kathmandu to Bhairahawa. Drive to Lumbini and full day sightseeing.
  • kathmandu to Bhairahawa

    After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you’ll make your way to the domestic airport in Kathmandu for you departure from Kathmandu to Bhairahawa (Lumbini).

  • Drive to Lumbini from Airport

    Assistance upon arrival and drive to Lumbini from Airport and reach hotel.

  • Mayadevi Temple,Lumbini

    Maya Devi Temple is an ancient Buddhist temple situated at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lumbini, Nepal. It is the main temple at Lumbini, a site traditionally considered the birthplace of Gautama Buddha.

  • Pushkarini Pond, Eternal Flame and Most Popular Monastery

    Sightseeing around most famous and popular places inside Lumbini Premises.

  • Buddha Maya Garden

    Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3 - Drive to Tilaurakot and full Day Sightseeing
  • Breakfast at the hotel

    After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll drive to Tilaurakot.

  • Gotihawa, Niglihawa and Kundan

    Situated 29km west of Lumbini, 3km north-west of Taulihawa, Tilaurakot was rediscovered in 1899 by P. C. Mukherji and is recognized by many scholars as to the ancient capital city of the Kapilavastu, the Sakya kingdom where Prince Siddhartha spent his early life.

    Tilaurakot exhibits perfect features of ancient palace architecture as it is at a higher elevation secured by a wide and tall fortification wall and a moat encircling it from outside. Archaeological excavations at Tilaurakot have revealed Grey ware (8/9th century BC), NBP (5/6th century BC); coin minting factory, palace structures, temples, ponds, roads, earth ramparts, brick fortification, ancient habitation and various antiquities within thirteen layers of human depositions dated from 9/8th century BC to 2-3 century AD. These findings support the fact that Tilaurakot had been a capital city.

  • Buddha Maya Garden

    Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 4 - Fly back to Kathmandu and Full day Sightseeing
  • Hotel to Airport

    After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll drive you to Bhairahawa Airport for your departure to Kathmandu.

    Rest at the hotel for a bit and get ready to tour Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa.

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square

    A living goddess, known as a Kumari resides at this durbar square. At Kathmandu Durbar Square, you’ll experience wonders, eccentricities and diversity of Nepali temples. Take a trip back in time when you enter Hanuman Dhoka Palace. Inside, there are residential quarters of kings of the Malla Dynasty (1200 - 1769 A.D). When Nepal was a kingdom, kings were crowned at Hanuman Dhoka.

  • Swayambhunath

    The white-domed Swayambhunath stupa with its all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha beckons you. From the top of Swayambhunath Stupa, you get to see panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley.

  • Nepali Thali with cultural dance

    In the evening, besides enjoying a scrumptious authentic Nepali Thali, you get to see a cultural show, and might even join in dancing to the rhythm.

  • Rama Inn

    Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 5 - Departure from Kathmandu,Nepal
  • Hotel to Airport

    After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure from Kathmandu, Nepal.

Inclusion/Exclusion
inlcusion
  • One Dinner with Cultural show per Package.
  • Driver's allowance, Road tax, and Fuel charges.
  • Meet & greet at arrival with the Welcome drink.
  • Airport Pick and Drop at time of arrival/departure.
  • Sightseeing by private vehicle.
  • Domestic airfare according to Packages.
  • Parking and Toll tax
  • Wi-Fi and Breakfast
  • Entry fees for Heritage Site and Conservation Area
  • Domestic Airport Pickup and Drop
  • Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis in 3 Star hotel or similar.
  • Tour guide as per package itinerary
exclusion
  • All personal expenses and Optional activities
  • Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
  • Alcoholic / Non- Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Camera fee
  • Tips, laundry & phone call
  • Additional Sightseeing or extra usage of Vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
 
Trip Notes
Policies
Payment Policy

The company accepts all major credit cards (MasterCard and Visa Cards). 

The client also has the option to wire transfer the payment of booking the package to the following bank account in Nepal: 


Name of Account Holder: Buddha Holidays Tours and Travel Pvt. Ltd., Jawalakhel, Lalitpur
Account Number (USD):        006 08082190011
Account Number (NPR/INR):  006 08082190019
Name of the Bank: Himalayan Bank Ltd, Patan Branch, Lalitpur
Swift Code: HIMANPKA

Cancellation Policy

The following cancellation policies are applicable under the following scenarios: 

1. If cancelled by the Company:

 

The company reserves the right to cancel a tour in any circumstances. The company will not cancel a tour less than 30 days before the start date of the tour except for force majeure or failure on the client’s part to make all due payments or if the client fails to comply with any requirements of the booking conditions. 

 

If the Company has to cancel, you will be informed as soon as possible. 

 

If there is time to do so before departure and the cancellation does not result from your failure, then the Company will offer you a choice to purchase an alternative tour as a result of consolidation or another available tour offered by the company. In either case, paying or receiving a refund in respect of difference in price or receiving a full refund of all monies paid to the Company. 

It is advisable to only book fully flexible transport and other arrangements which can be cancelled or changed without charges, as the Company is not liable to pay the Client any cancellation, amendment or other changes the Client may need to make as a result of the cancellation of the tour. 

As a minimum, the Company, where compensation is due will pay a compensation of USD 100 per confirmed passenger. The Company is not liable for compensation if the booking is cancelled as a result of force majeure. 

 

2. If Cancelled by the Clients 

 

Clients have the option to cancel their booking as per the following policies of the Company: 

  • 10% of the advanced payment will be retained by the Company if cancellation is done 30 days prior to the start date of the tour. 
  • 50% of the advanced payment will be retained by the Company if cancellation is done 2 to 3 days prior to the start date of the tour. 
  • 100% of the advanced payment is retained by the Company is the cancellation is done less than 2 days before the start of the tour date. 

 

In case of non-payment of the remaining balance before the due date, the Company reserves the right to treat your booking as cancelled and 100% of the advanced payment will be retained as a cancellation charge by the Company. 
 

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