Lumbini Buddhist Circuit

Nepal
Sightseeing
Easy
5 Days
150 m

Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal, is the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) and a cornerstone of Buddhist pilgrimage. The circuit combines spiritual exploration, historical archaeology, and cultural immersion, featuring:

Sacred Sites: Maya Devi Temple (exact birthplace), Ashoka Pillar (3rd-century BCE inscription), and the Sacred Garden.

Monastic Zones: Over 30 monasteries built by countries like Thailand, Japan, and China, showcasing diverse Buddhist architectural styles.

Extended Circuit: Includes Kapilavastu (Buddha’s childhood home), Tilaurakot (Shakya kingdom ruins), and Ramagrama Stupa (undisturbed relic site)

Trip Facts

Activities
Sightseeing
Starting Price
Price start : ~$485–$700 per person
Accommodation
Hotel
Max. Altitude
150 m
Best Season
Autumn
Trip Hours/Day
5 to 6 Hours day
Trip Grade
Easy
Group Size
2-15

Highlights & Attractions

Maya Devi Temple: The sanctum marking Buddha’s birth, with ancient ruins and the sacred Puskarini Pond
World Peace Pagoda: A white stupa symbolizing harmony, offering panoramic views
Monastic Zones: Explore temples like the golden Thai Monastery and minimalist German Temple
Lumbini Museum & Research Institute: Artifacts and manuscripts tracing Buddhism’s evolution
Lumbini Museum & Research Institute: Artifacts and manuscripts tracing Buddhism’s evolution

Trip Itinerary
Include & Excludes
Trip Notes
Reviews

Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Airport transfer and hotel check-in.
Evening walk in Thamel (optional).
Day 02: Fly to Lumbini & Sacred Garden Exploration

Morning: 1-hour flight to Gautam Buddha Airport; drive to Lumbini (22 km). Afternoon: Visit Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, and meditate in the Sacred Garden.
Day 3: Monastic Zones & Peace Pagoda

Morning: World Peace Pagoda and East Monastic Zone (Thai, Myanmar monasteries). Afternoon: West Monastic Zone (Chinese,
Japanese temples) and Lumbini Museum.
Day 4:: Kapilavastu Excursion

Drive to Tilaurakot (30 km), explore Shakya kingdom ruins and Kudan (first monastery).
Return to Lumbini for reflection at the Crane Sanctuary
Day 5: : Return to Kathmandu

Fly back; optional sightseeing at Boudhanath Stupa (largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal).

Package Includes

Lunch/dinner (except Day 1 dinner).
3-star accommodations (Kathmandu/Nagarkot).
English-speaking guide for sightseeing.
Breakfast daily + welcome dinner.
Government taxes and permits.

Package Excludes

Travel Insurance: Mandatory for emergency evacuation and medical coverage
International Flights & Visa: Nepal entry visa fees
Kathmandu Accommodation: Hotels before/after trek (can be arranged separately)
Meals in Kathmandu: Lunch/dinner in the city

Lumbini Buddhist Circuit