Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini)

Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini) will give you the superb blend of culture and historical sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley and exploration of one of the most significant Buddhist pilgrimages in Nepal, Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Bhudda. Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini) will begin with the first half plan of Kathmandu Valley Tour and then drive to Lumbini the next day; after one day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site, drive back to Kathmandu to complete the second half of Kathmandu Valley Tour. Lumbini is the place where Queen Mayadevi gave birth to Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who founded the Buddhist tradition. The Buddha is also known as Gautama Buddha, who lived between roughly 563 and 483 BC. Lumbini is considered as one of four magnets for Buddhism pilgrimage that sprang up in places pivotal to the life of the Buddha, the others being at Sarnath(India)- the deer park where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma; Bodh Gaya(India)- a place where Gautama Bhudda obtained Enlightenment and Kushinagar (India)where Gautama Buddha have attained Parinirvana after his death. Vegetarian meals and Meditation course can also be arranged on your request during your stay in Lumbini. Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini) is one of the most popular short holiday tours in Nepal. We operate Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini) in both groups and private tours. Customized itinerary with customized travel and accommodation plan is also available on request. If you are interested to join us on Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini) , please Click Book the Trip button at the bottom. If you need more information, please Click Inquiry Us button at the bottom.

Trip Facts Nepal Culture Tour (Kathmandu / Lumbini) Duration 7 days Travel Route Kathmandu Valley Lumbini Kathmandu Valley Main Attraction 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley : 1. Pashupatinath 2. Swayambhunath 3. Bouddhanath, Kathmandu 4. Changu Narayan 5. Kathmandu Durbar Square 6. Bhaktapur Durbar Square 7. Patan Durbar Square Lumbini: Manakamana Temple, Sacred Lumbini Garden, the Ashoka pillar, Maya Devi Temple, Tilaurkot, Kapilvastu Museum Note: some places are subject to time constraints

Itinerary Day 01 Section Arrival in Katmandu(1,310m/4,298ft). Welcome Dinner(Nepali Dishes) by Core Adventure Nepal. Morning time: Visit Kathmandu city and Swayambhunath Day time: Visit Patan City. 6-7 hr Drive to Lumbini On the way ,if the time permits, visit Manakamana Temple by cable car, a place worshipping wish fulfilling goddess. Upon arrival, visit Sacred Lumbini Garden, the Ashoka pillar, Maya Devi Temple Explore Lumbini AM: visit Tilaurakot, 27km west of Lumbini, as the ancient palace of King Suddodha (Siddhartha Gautam's father), where the Gautam Buddha spent his formative years as a Shakya Prince. PM: visit Kapilvastu Museum Early Morning Return Kathmandu PM: Visit Bhaktapur City AM: Visit Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath PM: Free day in Kathmandu Departure Accommodation O/N at 3 star hotel(A,D)

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Included/Excluded

Package includes: 1) Hotel accommodation (Comfortable hotel with three star level) 2) All transfers using private car. 3) All sightseeing tours accompanied by local guide. Guides with good communication skills on different languages will accompany the visitors during the tour. 4) Necessary entrance fees to Monuments. Package excludes: 1) Airfare to/from Nepal.

2) All airport taxes. 3) Excess baggage charges. 4) Nepal visa fee available upon arrival at Kathmandu airport USD 25.00 per person for multiple entry up to 15 days. 5) Beverage and expenses of personal nature. 6) Any Optional Sightseeing Tours and extension of tours, hotel accommodation etc. 7) Tips to guide, porters, drivers etc. 5) Personal Insurance.

Bring What ? 1) Personal things of your choice which you want to take during travelling. Price: