Visit Lumbini Birth Place of Lord Buddha - Highlights

Lumbini, the holy birth place of Lord Buddha and a famous pilgrimage for millions of Buddhists all over the world, is situated about 295 km west of Kathmandu.

Visiting here you will absorb a relaxing atmosphere of tranquility of around the world. Destinations and the life of the Buddha, His birth place, place of His enlightenment and His teachings. Pick any of the Pilgrimage packages and start your spiritual journey. The great Ashoka pillar, sacred pond, Temple of lords, Maya Devi temple and remains of Old monastery in Lumbini can fascinate you completely. In the Buddha's time, Lumbini was a park situated in Kapilavastu Nepal. It was in Lumbini that the Buddha was born. A pillar now marks the spot of Asoka's visit to Lumbiní. According to an inscription on the pillar, it was placed there by the people then in charge of the park to commemorate Asoka's visit and gifts. The park was previously known as Rummindei, two miles north of Bhagavanpura. In the Sutta Nipáta (vs. 683) it is stated that the Buddha was born in a village of the Sákyans,
in the Lumbineyya Janapada. The Buddha stayed in Lumbinívana during his visit to Devadaha and there preached the Devadaha Sutta.
Suggested Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu
Upon arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport and our office representative assists you and transfer to hotel and rest of time leisure and overnight at hotel on BB basis.

Day 2: Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley
After breakfast our tour guide will assist you an take for a half day valley sightseeing which includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess, visiting Swayambhu nath, a stupa on the top of the hill - from where you can overlook the scenery of Kathmandu Valley. Boudha nath which was known as the trade route between Nepal and Tibet in the past.

Day 3: Kathmandu - Lumbini (45 mins)
After breakfast, transfer to domestic airport to fly to Bhairahawa. On arrival at airport transfer to hotel, 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.

Day 4: Sightseeing of Lumbini
After breakfast, 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.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 (45 mins)
After breakfast, fly back to Kathmandu. Check-in at hotel, Rest of the day leisure activities and at evening farewell dinner at Typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural show and overnight at hotel on BB basis

Day 6: Final Departure
After breakfast, our representative will assist you at the Hotel and Transfer you to the Airport for final departure.

Description	Distance
Tilaurakot	25 KM