Asides from a discovery of
harmony of Buddhism and Hinduism in and around the
Kathmandu Valley, you are granted a chance to trace back
to the life of the "Enlightened One" or the
Buddha, the founder of Buddhism in Lumbini, which is
believed to be a birthplace of Buddha. The remains of
stupa, monasteries as well as the important archeological
sites make Limbini this scared pilgrimage site among
Buddhists from around the world. Visiting here you will
absorb a relaxing atmosphere of tranquility of around the
world.
Day 1: Arrive
Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu, you
are welcomed by the hospitable meeting and then you will
be transferred to your hotel. Our guide will explain
briefly the program upon arrival at hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu
It's an experience not to be missed - wake up in the early
morning to witness the beautiful sunrise outlook from the
resort before breakfast serving. The next, we head for
Kathmandu and keep half day valley sightseeings with
Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and then
the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of
the virgin goddess, visiting Swoyambhunath, a stupa on the
top of hill - from here you can overlook the scenery of
Kathmandu Valley. We then visit Patan, a famous city
features of arts and crafts - the highlight of trip is the
Shikara (Krishna Temple), Patan Durbar with Royal bath,
Hiranya Varna Mahavir (Buddhist Monastery)
Day 3: Kathmandu -
Lumbini
After breakfast, we travel overland from Kathmandu to the
Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, where has been
revered as the place of holy pilgrimage. Lumbini has been
included as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO - if the time
permits, we take you to visit Manakamana Temple, believed
as the wish fulfilling goddess by cable car.
Upon arrival Lumbini, we
transfer you to the hotel, check-in and then we go walking
through the Sacred Lumbini Garden where the Buddha was
born converges on the Ashoka pillar, visit the Maya Devi
Temple with its bas-relief sculpture depicting Maya Devi
holding on with her right hand to a branch of pipal tree
and giving birth to the infant Buddha who stand up on a
lotus pedestal.
Day 4: Lumbini
After breakfast, we begin the trip by driving away, 27km
west of Lumbini; visit the important archaeological site,
Tilaurkot, the ancient palace of King Suddodha (Siddhartha
Gautam's father), where the Buddha spent his formative
years as a Shakya Prince. Allow yourself for a moment to
wander around and soak the atmosphere. There's a museum
nearby, The Kapilvastu Museum; the pottery, jewelry and
ornaments are gathered in-house. End up the remarkable
tour in Tilaurkot by visiting the shrines, monasteries and
stupa near the sacred garden.
Day 5: Lumbini -
Kathmandu
After breakfast, we leave Lumbini by road and back to
Kathmandu. Check-in at hotel, rest of the day is at your
own leisure.
Day 6: Depart
Kathmandu
After breakfast, rest of day is at leisure until we pick
you up at the hotel and then transfer to airport for your
next stop.
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