8 days Buddhist Pilgrimage Lumbini & Jungle Safari Chitwan National Park Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrived in Kathmandu
1 stop
1
Tribhuvan International Airport
Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle. After checking into your hotel and a brief rest prepare for a half-day guided sightseeing tour of the city. You will get to visit two of the city’s World Heritage Sites: Kathmandu Durbar Square This complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between the 12th and 18th centuries, used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. An intriguing piece here is the 17th- century stone inscription set into the wall of the palace with writings in 15 languages. The Durbar Square is the social, religious and urban focal point of the city. There are also three museums inside the palace building. Swayambhunath Stupa – The Monkey Temple The stupa watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The huge white-domed stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swoyambhu is also known as ‘Samhengu’ and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living in the premises.
Day 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara - approx 7 hours
1 stop
2
Take off from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Upon arrival, check in at hotel. After an early breakfast we head to Pokhara on a tourist bus, van or a car, depending on the size of the group. it is a scenic drive filled with inspiring views of the mountains, Himalayan rivers and picturesque hilltop villages.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Sarangkot for Sunrise and Sightseeing in Pokhara
1 stop
3
Sarangkot
A drive of 45 minutes with 25 minutes hike brings us to the viewpoint of Sarangkot. It is the best spot in Pokhara to view the Himalayas. Get mesmerized with the magical sight of the golden sun rising over white spires of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Peak), including views of the beautiful the Pokhara Valley and Phewa lake. It takes about 15-minute walk down and 45 minutes drive to the hotel in Pokhara. Return to hotel for breakfast.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Drive from Pokhara to Lumbini - approx 6 hours
1 stop
4
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a World Heritage Site 285 kms south-west of Kathmandu. This pilgrimage site in southwest Nepal attracts devout Buddhists from around the world, who arrive to pay homage at the Sacred Garden where the ‘Enlightened One’ was born. A famous landmark is the Ashoka Pillar raised by the great emperor Ashoka who converted to Buddhism. Today Lumbini has been enlivened by the multitude of architecturally beautiful temples, stupas and monasteries built by various international Buddhist communities.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Spiritual Tour in Lumbini then Drive to Chitwan - approx 4 hours
1 stop
5
Chitwan National Park
Lumbini is hallowed ground as Shakyamuni Buddha was born here in southern Nepal more than twenty-five hundred years ago. As a sacred birthplace, it is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists from around the globe. Many excavations have taken place here around this small town in the southern Terai plains of Nepal. Ruins of the old city are clearly visible and many artifacts were unearthed during the excavation. Shakyamuni Buddha was born a prince to the ruler of the little principality. Important landmarks are the Maya Devi temple and the Ashoka pillar. The remains of many ancient stupas and monasteries can be found in the surroundings of Lumbini. The Ashoka pillar is said to have been erected by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in 250 BC and bears an inscription confirming this as the birth place of the Buddha. A stone image of Maya Devi giving birth to Lord Buddha as she holds onto a branch is seen in the Maya Devi temple. Later transfer from Lumbini to Chitwan; approximately 155 Kms / 4 hrs drive. Upon arrival at Chitwan, transfer to Hotel by Jeep. On reaching resort, you would be briefed by our Guest Relations Officer. After the lunch you would be going for Village tour. Meanwhile the dinner would be ready by the time you return to the resort. Overnight at Resort.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Wildlife activities in Chitwan National Park
1 stop
6
A traditional dug-out canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti River to view aquatic birds and the animals of the river banks. Jeep safari by land rover starts from canoeing put out point covering the distance of approximately 10km with chances of seeing rare wildlife. Later we head to the elephant breeding centre and spend some time with the tuskers. Remaining hours before the afternoon program: take a dip in the pool or relax on your verandah.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Drive Back to Kathmandu - approx 6 hours
1 stop
7
Thamel
After returning to Kathmandu, you have the afternoon and the evening free. Explore the city on your own. Stroll along the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping. There is a farewell dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances. You have the option to extend your trip to continue onto rafting adventure, Kathmandu valley shopping tour, mountain biking and other activities.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Final departure
1 stop
8
Tribhuvan International Airport
The trip concludes. Our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Duffel or Rucksack bag or suitcase.
• Daypack
• Warm wool or synthetic hat that covers your ears (only if you are traveling in the cold season i.e January, February and December)

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