Highlight
- Walk on the path of enlightenment and spirituality shaped by the Buddhist pioneers.
- Explore the monkey Temple-Swaymbhunath and Boudhanath, the two UNESCO-listed Buddhist Heritage Sites in Kathmandu.
- Take a scenic drive to Pharping and explore the monasteries and gompas of the town.
- Pay visits to Kopan Monastery and Namo Buddha and connect to yourself via meditation and praying.
- Reach out and explore the birthplace of Buddha, Lumbini.
- Visit Tilaurakot to find out the remains of Buddha’s pre-enlightenment castle.
Nepal is the soil where Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, was born and lived until following the path of enlightenment. It is also the realm of several holy and important Buddhist sites. If we connect each of the places in a tour, it becomes a Nepalese Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour.
Of all the Buddhist pilgrimage tours globally, the one you get to do in Nepal is the ultimate one. From the exact birthplace of Buddha,
Lumbini, to the monkey temple,
Swyambhunath Temple, this pilgrimage tour goes to all of the
must-visit Buddhist sites in Nepal.
Firstly, this tour will go around the pilgrimage sites in and around Kathmandu, a city full of religious heritages. So the trip will start with visits to Swayambhunath and Boudhanath, the two famous Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Kathmandu. Then, the tour will head a little away from the valley through the beautiful countryside to Pharping, a village with several Buddhist monasteries to explore.
Next, Kapan Monastery and
Namo Buddha, the two big monastery sites on the outskirts of
Kathmandu, will be covered on the tour. Both of the places are unparalleled for meditation and spiritual exposure.
The tour does not finish yet; it will take us to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha and the premier pilgrimage site for any Buddhist follower. After thorough exploration, this trip will reach
Tilaurakot, where Buddha spent his first 29 years. So this is how the seven days long Buddhist Pilgrimage Trip will be carried out by us.
Undoubtedly, a pilgrim will find the desired enlightenment, holiness, peace, and divinity through this Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour by the end of the tour. In the long run, Peace is the ultimate requirement of every human; this tour takes us one step towards calmness and tranquility.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Visit Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and Pharping
Day 3: Excursion around Kapan Monastery and Namo Buddha
Day 4: Fly to Lumbini and Explore
Day 5: Visit Maya Devi Temple and Tilaurakot
Day 6: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 7: Departure
FAQ's
Where is Nepal situated?
Nepal is a landlocked nation located in South Asia between India and China. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the place where the lone International airport of the country lies.
Do I need a visa to visit Nepal?
Yes, a visa is necessary to visit Nepal for all tourists except Indian nationals. You can get a visa from the Nepalese Embassy in your country or an on-arrival visa from Kathmandu(TIA) Airport. For that, you will need a valid passport, some passport-sized photos, and a visa fee.
How much is a Nepalese Visa fee?
The up-to-date visa fees(as of 6/4/2021) for a Nepalese visa is:US$30 for 15 daysUS$50 for 30 daysUS$125 for 90 days.
Which time is best for a Nepal tour?
The best times to visit Nepal are September to November and March to May. If you are not doing any high-altitude tours, you can visit Nepal all year round, including Monsoon and Winter.
Is Nepal a safe country to travel to?
Yes, Nepal is one of the peaceful countries in entire Asia. The people who believe tourists as their god are so welcoming and friendly.
What is Nepal best known for?
Nepal is known for multiple reasons. The country is geographically, culturally, architecturally, and religiously a gifted one. It is the birthplace of Buddha, home of Mt Everest and eight other world’s highest peaks, the world’s best trekking trails, the land of brave Gurkhas, and more. Therefore, multiple reasons make Nepal popular across the globe.
