Lumbini is located in the Rupandehi district of western Nepal, which is the birthplace of Lord Buddha. The Lumbini Tour is the most popular pilgrimage site for Buddhists in the world. Buddhism is known as a peaceful and calm religion around the world. Nowadays, many people are wishing to follow Buddhist teachings and beliefs. However, the lord Buddha was born in 563 BCE as a royal family prince. Some scholars wrote that Buddha was born in 624 BCE. Buddha was born in the Lumbini kingdom in Nepal. There is a belief that Lord Buddha took seven steps immediately after his birth. Queen Maya Devi and King Suddhodana, his mother and father, tried to raise him in a good environment, but since childhood, Lord Buddha was different from ordinary children. First, Lord Buddha was named Siddhartha Gautama, who later became Lord Buddha after several years of sagehood and enlightenment.
Moreover, Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, is known as the Light of Asia. It is located in Terai, about 275 km southwest of Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. Lumbini falls in the list of World Heritage Sites recognized by UNESCO in 1997 AD. In the Lumbini Tour, you will get a chance to visit various Buddhist monasteries like Nepalese, Chinese, Thai, etc. Lumbini is a beautiful place to see if you want to learn and be one with Buddha and his teachings. The major attraction of Lumbini is the Sacred Garden, the Maya Devi Temple to the west. Emperor Ashoka put up the Ashoka pillar in 249 BC to honor his visit to the holy site.
The words on it in Brahmi script confirm Lumbini as the birthplace of Buddha in 623 B.C.; we can also see the sanctified pond Puskarni to the south of the Pillar where Queen Mayadevi took a bath just before giving birth to the Buddha. However, the Lumbini tour offers you a visit to the spiritual and archaeological sites of Tilaurakot, Gotihawa, Kudan,Siddhartha Nagar, Niglihawa, and Sagarhawam Aurorakot. Hence, the Tilaurakot is the ancient Kapilvastu, the capital of the Shakya kingdom. So, it is believed that Buddha spent his first 29 years there. Then one night he left his palace without concern for his family. Kudan was built by King Sudhodhan as the space for the Buddha and his followers after the Buddha’s enlightenment.
Highlights of the Lumbini Tour
- Visit the Maya Devi temple, where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama Buddha.
- Explore the Ashoka Pillar, the pillar written about the great lord Buddha, which is historical and significant and was erected by Emperor Ashoka in 1949 BCE.
- Serene surroundings of Maya Devi Garden, beautiful meditation, and amazing peace with spiritual vibes.
- Explore the World Peace Pagoda built by Japanese Buddhists, which offers breathtaking views of Lumbini and represents harmony and peace.
- Travelers explore several beautiful monasteries built by different countries, representing them in the monastic zone of Lumbini.
- Visit the sacred birthplace of Gautam Buddha and experience spiritual enlightenment.
- Travelers will explore the beautiful and ancient Buddhist Museum, where they can learn more about the history of Lord Buddha.
- Monasteries in Lumbini will offer amazing spiritual yoga sessions. So, travelers can have spiritual yoga and meditation that gives them peace of mind.
- Discover the unique local culture and enjoy delicious local cuisine on the Lumbini Tour.
Overviews of the Lumbini Tour
Indeed, the Nepal Lumbini tour is amazing, a sacred pilgrimage site that is incredibly popular among the world’s Buddhist followers. Around 2,600 years ago, there existed the Lumbini Kingdom, ruled by the Shakya emperor. At that time, Siddhartha Gautama Buddha was born to King Suddhodana and Queen Maya Devi. Later, at the age of 35, Siddhartha Gautama became Gautama Buddha. After spending six years in a sage life across various lush forests, the Buddha was enlightened about the sorrows of human life and how to remedy them. He then reached out to the poor, the uneducated, and the ill people, teaching them about the causes of suffering and ways to overcome it. During this time, people began to follow the Buddha and learn his teachings.
However, as time passed, belief in the Buddha grew, and many peace lovers became his followers. Eventually, Siddhartha Gautama Buddha gave rise to a beautiful religion of peace, and people began to regard the Buddha as a god. Hence, by exploring the historical site of Lumbini, travelers gain profound knowledge about the Buddha, finding a sense of peace in their minds. You will experience a remarkable inner calm that will resonate deeply with you. Although Buddhists do not believe in divine power, visiting Buddhist monasteries and centers like Lumbini will grant you willpower and extraordinary spiritual peace. Thus, the historical UNESCO World Heritage site and birthplace of Lord Buddha is a fantastic vacation destination. For those who cherish spirituality and are enthusiastic about history, discovery, peace, and Buddhism, the Lumbini tour is truly worth visiting. Travelers will experience remarkable discoveries and spiritual peace during their journey on the Lumbini Tour.
Things to do in the Lumbini Tour
During the Lumbini Tours, travelers will have amazing ancient experiences and immerse themselves in culture. Lumbini is the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha, which is also known as the Lights of Asia and the Buddhist Teaching Pearl of the World. However, while in Lumbini, the tour guide, here are the things to do:
- Meditation and Spiritual Yoga in Maya Devi Garden
- Cycling in the Lumbini complex, explore your own style.
- Unlimited photography in the sacred pilgrimage site and capture the beautiful moments.
- Cultural exploration in different and diverse monasteries; also learn about Buddhism.
- Visit the Ashoka pillar and discover the Brahmi script; learn more about the lord Buddha.
- Explore the lavish World Peace Pagoda and ancient Lumbini Museum.
Kathmandu Pokhara Chitwan Lumbini Tour
Travelers also can have the Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan-Lumbini tour circuit during the Lumbini Tours. However, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, Sauraha, and Lumbini are all cities that have their own unique charm, and travelers are going to love them. You can start your city tour from the ancient and beautiful city of Kathmandu and move to the amazing Himalayan city of Pokhara. Pokhara is a beautiful city surrounded by the snowcapped Himalayas, beautiful greenery, and freshwater lakes, like Phewa Lake and Begnas Lake, which make Pokhara amazing. Explore gorgeous Pokhara, and travelers will move to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. From Pokhara to Lumbini, you can go by flight or by drive. Once you reach Lumbini, explore the surroundings, likewise the Maya Devi temple, Ashoka pillar, World Peace Pagoda, Buddhist Museum, and many others.
Moreover, travelers will have a luxury stay during the Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan-Lumbini tour and comfortable transportation. Once you finish exploring the amazing Lumbini tour, you will be heading to the beautiful Chitwan National Park wildlife in Sauraha Chitwan. Travelers will have relaxing surroundings, likewise, including the Rapati River, Chitwan National Park, jungle walking, birdwatching, jungle safari, elephant birding center visits, and many more. After finishing the Chitwan wildlife jungle safari, travelers will drive to Kathmandu. Hence, here is how you finish your Kathmandu-Pokhara-Chitwan-Lumbini tour, which will be an amazing and wonderful vacation. If you are interested in the Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan, or Lumbini tour, please request it from us. We will be arranging for you to make your lifetime travel memories wonderful. Travelers can do a Nepal tour for their honeymoon trip, family tour, vacation tour, and pilgrimage tour.
Lumbini and Chitwan Tour
While going for the Lumbini tour, travelers can add to their package the Lumbini and Chitwan Tour. However, during the Lumbini tour, you will pass by Chitwan, so you can visit the Chitwan wildlife jungle safari. Travelers can directly go to the Lumbini tour, and after exploring the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini, you can go to the beautiful wildlife center, Chitwan Wildlife Jungle Safari. Chitwan jungle safari is one of the best places to explore the varieties of flora and fauna. You will be exploring the varieties of birds, which are more than 543 different species. Moreover, you will be exploring the one-horned rhinos, wild elephants, different kinds of deer, Nilgai, and many others. Travelers will have the chance to encounter tigers and black bears.
So, the Chitwan National Park safari is one of the amazing destinations to have a vacation. Thus, travelers, while traveling to Lumbini, can put in their buckets and enjoy their vacation with the Lumbini and Chitwan National Park safari tour. After exploring the birthplace of Lord Buddha, you can immerse yourself in the natural treasure of Chitwan National Park wildlife safari.
Best Time for the Lumbini Tour
Lumbini is located in the western part of Nepal in Rupandehi, which is in the Tarai region. Indeed, Tilaurakot, the ancient Shakya capital, is in the Kapilvasthu district, where the Shakya kingdom was functioning. Hence, the best season to visit Lumbini is during the Baisakh Purnima, which will be in the month of April or May. Baisakh Purnima is the birthday of Lord Buddha. The Purnima is the date of the lunar full moon day, so the day will be some year in April or some year in May depending on the Buddhist or Sanskrit Nepali calendar. The best time to visit Lumbini is during spring and autumn. Despite the best season, the Lumbini tour can be done all the season during the year. Hence, the Lumbini tour in Kapilvastu, Nepal, is the best place to visit and can be toured all the seasons of the year.
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Kathmandu to Lumbini Tour Package
Travelers also have the option of only having a short Kathmandu to Lumbini tour package. However, you will arrive in Kathmandu, and on the same day or the next day, you will drive to the Lumbini tour. After 7 to 8 hours of traveling, you will reach amazing Lumbini and then start exploring Lumbini. We will be offering a comfortable hotel stay in Lumbini, having a delicious local dinner, and an overnight stay in the hotel. The next day, early in the morning, you will start to discover the beautiful Lumbini. Such a beautiful and historical place makes you thrilled and spiritually peaceful. You will be exploring Maya Devi Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Ashoka Pillar, and the birth spot of Lord Buddha, and you will have an amazing meditation and yoga session in Maya Devi Garden.
The next day, early in the morning, we will drive back to Kathmandu. Finally, you will end the Lumbini day tour with a short itinerary. The Short Lumbini Tour will save you time and expenses costs. Travelers will have the chance to spend a full day touring Lumbini while saving money and time. However, this 3-day Lumbini tour itinerary we can offer you only costs USD 380 for each traveler.
Lumbini Tour Package Cost
Here the Lumbini Tour Package Cost would vary, depending on the premises of hotel accommodation and food during the Nepal Lumbini Tour. Generally, the package cost depends on the quality of service, number of travel days, hotel and accommodation, food during the trip, transportation, and group size. However, the cost of the Lumbini Tour for a six-day itinerary would be USD 570 per person. We Touch Planet Treks by providing luxury hotels in Kathmandu and Lumbini, premium quality meals, professional tour guides, and comfortable transportation. Hence, we are charging you USD 570 per person for the Lumbini Tour Package cost. If there are several travelers in the group, we will offer you a group discount.
For solo travelers, the cost of the Lumbini tour package is USD 570 per person.
For 2 to 7 travelers, the cost of the Lumbini Tour Package is USD 520 per person.
Group of 8 to 14 packs, the Lumbini Tour package cost is USD 475 per person.
The group of 15 to 20 travelers Lumbini Tour package cost is USD 425 per person.
