Spiritual Pilgrimage in the Land of Buddha – 3 days
Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival – Boudhanath & Swayambhunath
- Private transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport to your 5-star heritage hotel (e.g., Dwarika’s Hotel).
- Afternoon visit to Boudhanath Stupa, the holiest Tibetan Buddhist site outside of Tibet. Walk the kora (circumambulation) alongside monks and devotees, visit monasteries around the stupa, and enjoy a rooftop tea with panoramic views.
- Sunset prayers at Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), overlooking the Kathmandu Valley.
- Welcome dinner with a Buddhist scholar sharing insights into Nepal’s living Buddhist heritage.
- Overnight: Luxury heritage hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Lumbini – Birthplace of Buddha
- Morning scenic flight to Bhairahawa. Private transfer to luxury resort (e.g., Tiger Palace Resort).
- Guided exploration of Maya Devi Temple, Ashokan Pillar, and sacred garden marking the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
- Visit international monasteries (Thai, German, Japanese, Chinese) representing global Buddhist traditions.
- Evening meditation session with a monk inside Lumbini monastic zone.
- Overnight: Luxury resort in Lumbini.
Day 3: Patan & Departure
- Morning flight back to Kathmandu.
- Guided tour of Patan Durbar Square and the Hiranya Varna Mahavihar (Golden Temple) — one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries in the valley.
- Leisure lunch at a fine-dining heritage restaurant in Patan.
- Private airport transfer for departure, or option to extend stay in Nepal.
Package Includes
- 2 nights luxury accommodation (heritage hotel in Kathmandu + resort in Lumbini).
- Domestic flights (Kathmandu ↔ Bhairahawa).
- Private expert Buddhist guide.
- All entrance fees and permits.
- One meditation session with monk.
- All meals (fine dining, cultural dinner).
- Luxury chauffeured transfers throughout.
Package Excludes
- International airfare.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses & gratuities.
