Max Height

1380 m / 4527.56 .ft

Trip Days

8 Days

Difficulty

Easy

Price

$869

* Group Discount Available



We heartily welcome you to the birth place of Lord Buddha. Buddhism is widely practiced in Nepal and is the second major religion after Hinduism. Buddhism is Nepal is greatly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. Majority of people in Himalayan region practice Tibetan Buddhism. There are a number of famous sites, across the country that reflect Buddhist religion and cultural practices. In this Buddhist Cultural Tour you will be visiting some of the prominent ones.

The tour will begin by visiting the important sites around Kathmandu, Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath stupa. Bouddhanath stupa lies in an eastern part of Kathmandu at Bouddha, named after the stupa. It is considered as the largest stupa in Nepal. The design is in Buddhist style and regular maintenance has kept the stupa in good shape. It is a great place to spend some hours in a serene state with the soothing Buddhist mantra being played continuously. Swoyambhunath stupa is also called the Monkey temple as there is a huge monkey population. The stupa is situated at the top of a hill and you will have to climb through 365 steps before reaching the stupa. The stupa is surrounded by a number of temples and small stupas. The main stupa is coloured white and a pair of eyes is painted on all four sides. You can spend some time visiting the surrounding area as well. We will then drive to Pokhara and visit the major sites and famous world peace pagoda. Then we will visit Lumbini. There are various monasteries around the area. We can see the ancient Ashoka Pillar and Maya Devi temple. Lumbini is famous due to its religious as well as historical significance. We will be visiting the museum and a peace pagoda there. We will then drive back to Kathmandu and the tour concludes thus.

Trip Highlights:

  • Explore the Buddhist sites inside the Kathmandu Valley.
  • Experience the Buddhist Religion and cultural practices.
  • Explore Lumbini (the birth place of Lord Buddha).
  • Visit the major Buddhist sites of Pokhara and famous world peace pagoda.
  • Explore Fewa Lake and gaze at Himalayan peaks in Pokhara.

 

 

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Day 2 : Visit Boudhanath and some monasteries around Kathmandu
  • Day 3 : Visit Swoyambhunath and drive to Pokhara (6-7hours)
  • Day 4 : Exploration around Pokhara
  • Day 5 : Drive to Lumbini (5-6hours)
  • Day 6 : Full Day Lumbini exploration
  • Day 7 : Drive back to Kathmandu (7-8hours)
  • Day 8 : Departure day

What's included ?

  • 3 star twin sharing accomodation in Kathmandu,Lumbini and Pokhara on BB basis
  • All monument entrance fees.
  • Full day guided city tour in Kathmandu (Day 2) by a private vehicle.
  • Licensed, experienced and English speaking tour guides
  • Transportation in private vehicle.
  • Welcome and farewell dinner at one of the finest Nepalese Restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance.
  • Local sim card

What's excluded ?

  • Cost for additional trips.
  • Lunch and dinner during the tour.
  • Meals in the city except for breakfast and other mentioned special dinner.
  • Nepal arrival visa.
  • Tipping to staffs (as an appreciation).

The given cost are per person and exclude international flights. Given below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable then please write us and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.

Please Check Available Dates for The Year of:
Start Date End Date Status Price
2nd Mar, 2024 9th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
5th Mar, 2024 12th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
8th Mar, 2024 15th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
11th Mar, 2024 18th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
14th Mar, 2024 21st Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
17th Mar, 2024 24th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
20th Mar, 2024 27th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
23rd Mar, 2024 30th Mar, 2024 Available USD 869
26th Mar, 2024 2nd Apr, 2024 Available USD 869
29th Mar, 2024 5th Apr, 2024 Available USD 869

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Trip Overview
  • Trip Code
    NASC-154
  • Trip profile
    8 Days Buddhist Cultural Tour
  • Type
    Local Culture
  • Span
    8 Days
  • Accommodation
    3 star accommodation during the tour
  • Meal
    Breakfast during the entire tour
  • Country
    Nepal
  • Starts from:
    Kathmandu,Nepal
  • Ends at:
    Kathmandu,Nepal
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