Pilgrimage tours

Lumbini Pilgrimage

The Maya Devi Temple where the Buddha was born, the Ashoka pillar and the international monasteries of Lumbini, with Boudhanath in Kathmandu.

Trip at a glance

Duration4 days / 3 nights
Starts inKathmandu
RouteKathmandu · Lumbini
Places2 destinations
CountryNepal
Ideal forPilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-C98PFW

Best time to visit: October to November and March to April

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Boudhanath Stupa – Kathmandu

Trip overview

The Maya Devi Temple where the Buddha was born, the Ashoka pillar and the international monasteries of Lumbini, with Boudhanath in Kathmandu.

The route spends 1 night in Kathmandu and 2 nights in Lumbini, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours and cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pashupatinath TempleBoudhanath StupaSwayambhunathMaya Devi TempleAshoka PillarSacred Garden and pond

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive via Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest stupas in the world

Day 2Kathmandu to Lumbini

Travel from Kathmandu to Lumbini by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Lumbini hotel
Maya Devi Temple: Marker stone of the birthplace

Day 3Lumbini: Sacred Garden and pond and Monastic zone

Sacred Garden and pond: Pushkarini pool
Monastic zone: Temples from many countries

Day 4Depart from Lumbini

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Gautam Buddha International Airport for your journey home

How this version is planned

Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kathmandu: Book the Everest flight for your first morning so there is a back-up day if weather cancels it.
Lumbini: Combine with Bodh Gaya and Sarnath on a Buddhist circuit.

At a glance

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Route: Kathmandu, Lumbini
Ideal for: Pilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Best time: October to November and March to April; October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-C98PFW

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 3 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kathmandu: October to November and March to April. Lumbini: October to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.