2 Nights/3Days
The itinerary begins with travel from Kathmandu to Lumbini on Day 1, followed by a full day of sightseeing on Day 2 covering Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, the Sacred Garden, and international monasteries, with an optional visit to Kapilvastu, and concludes with the return journey to Kathmandu on Day 3.
Option A: Flight (Recommended)
Morning flight: Kathmandu → Bhairahawa (Gautam Buddha Airport)
30 min drive to Lumbini
Hotel check-in & rest
Evening walk around Lumbini Garden
Visit the heart of Buddhist history: Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, Sacred Garden & Puskarini Pond, Meditation time (optional)
Afternoon:Explore International Monastic Zone, Thai Monastery, Japanese Peace Pagoda, German & Chinese Monasteries
🛏️ Overnight: Lumbini
Cultural Depth & Kapilvastu Excursion
Morning options:Lumbini Museum, Meditation at World Peace Pagoda
Optional Side Trip (Half Day): Kapilvastu (Tilaurakot)
(Ancient palace of Prince Siddhartha – ~1.5 hrs drive)
🛏️ Overnight: Lumbini
Fly or drive back to Kathmandu
Tour ends ✨
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Located about 260 km south of Kathmandu in southern Nepal
Major highlight is Maya Devi Temple, marking the exact birth spot
The Ashoka Pillar dates back to the 3rd century BCE
Features an International Monastic Zone with monasteries from many countries
Best visited October to March for pleasant weather
Travel from Kathmandu is possible by flight or road
Known for its peaceful, spiritual, and meditative environment