LUMBINI “Birthplace of Lord Buddha” Tour - Xtreme Climbers Treks and Expedition

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Lumbini is the Buddha's birthplace, one of the world's most important spiritual sites and attracts Buddhist pilgrims from around the world. Today you can visit over twenty-five Buddhist monasteries built by diverse countries from Vietnam to France, study Buddhism, meditate and visit the birthplace within the sacred Mayadevi Gardens.

Mayadevi Temple is the most sacred site in the Lumbini Garden where archaeologists have identified the exact spot where Lord Buddha was born. In...

Mayadevi Temple is the most sacred site in the Lumbini Garden where archaeologists have identified the exact spot where Lord Buddha was born. Inscriptions on the Ashoka Pillar nearby also refer to the spot as his birthplace. It is said that the newly born Prince Siddhartha (later became the Buddha) took his first seven steps and delivered his peace message to humanity here.

The birth took place in the beautiful Sal grove, which is now the focal point of the Lumbini Garden. Mayadevi, the Queen of Shakya King Suddhodana of Kapilvastu, while passing through the Lumbini Garden, on the day of Baishakha Purnima (full moon day of May in 623 BC) took a bath in the Sacred Pond Pushkarini and soon after gave birth to Prince Siddhartha.

Visit the remarkably beautiful monasteries built by countries such as China, Japan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Germany, France and many more; admire the spectacular and diverse architecture they showcase. Soak up the peaceful atmosphere and above all, visit the Maya Devi Temple which dates back 2,200 years.

Walk around the garden or find a quiet spot to contemplate. The focal point for pilgrims is a sandstone carving depicting the birth of the Buddha, believed to have been left here by the Malla King Ripu Malla, in the 14th century, when Mayadevi was worshiped as an incarnation of a Hindu mother goddess. The Ashoka Pillar was built by the great Indian Emperor Ashoka who became a devout Buddhist while visiting the birthplace of the Buddha back in 249 BC.

Visit the Panditarama Vipassana Center for some yoga and meditation and interact with the monks who live in the vicinity of the monasteries, devoting their time to bringing peace and harmony to all sentient beings through devotion and religious worship.

The Lumbini Garden covers an area of 2.56 sq km and encompasses three zones each covering one square mile connected with walkways and a canal. The area has a sub-tropical climate with hot summers, very wet monsoon and pleasant winters. Winter is the best time to visit.

The Lumbini Garden covers an area of 2.56 sq km or 1 x 3 sq miles and encompasses three zones, each covering one square mile connected with walkways and a canal. The area has a subtropical climate with hot summers, very wet monsoon and pleasant winters. Winter is the best time to visit.

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Day 1: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft]

Day 2: Kathmandu to Lumbini (flight or drive), overnight at Hotel

Day 3: Explore the Lumbini, overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Lumbini to Kathmandu or Pokhara or Chitwan, overnight in a hotel.

Day 5: Final Departure from international airport

Itinerary

Day by Day Itinerary By Air “Option A”:

Day 01 - Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) Kathmandu: Arrival in Kathmandu [1300 m/4264 ft] Arrive at any time, Xtreme Climbers vehicle and represent we'll pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport and take you to the hotel. Your included activities consist of refreshments, introduction to your guide, as well as an introduction on The Trek. Meal includes:Breakfast/Dinner

Day 02: Kathmandu to Lumbini (flight or drive), overnight at Hotel.

Destination: Lumbini (Birth Place of Buddha)
Distance: 282.km from Kathmandu, 264 from Pokhara.
Elevation: 150 meter
Time: 6-7 Am drive by tourist bus, 7-10 hours drive or 35 minutes flight and half an hour drive.
Accommodation: Hotel /Guest house.
Religion: Buddhism
Meal includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Attraction: If driven by tourist bus – the hidden valley, river views, local market can be seen, if by flight – can see the high mountain view and flat land of Terai area.
Including Activities: Land or air ticket, Pick up and drop, accommodation with breakfast.

Day 02: Explore the Lumbini, overnight at the Hotel.

Destination: Explore the Lumbini
Distance: 2.56 Sq. KM
Elevation: 150 meter
Time: Start sightseeing after breakfast until evening, break for lunch.
Accommodation: Hotel /Guest house.
Meal includes: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Religion: Buddhism / History of Buddha and life circle.
Attraction: Birth place of Lord Buddha, Ashoka Pillar, Maya Devi temple, Monastery and culture, custom, Village tour, Tilaurakot tour, Gotihawa tour etc
Including Activities: Sightseeing with guide, accommodation with breakfast.

Day 03: Lumbini to Kathmandu or Pokhara or Chitwan, overnight in a hotel.

Destination: Kathmandu or Pokhara or Chitwan
Distance: 282.km from Kathmandu-Pokhara, 203.km, Lumbini to Pokhara via Chitwan 193.km, Lumbini to Chitwan 109.km
Elevation: 1360m (Kathmandu), 900m (Pokhara), 300m (Chitwan)
Time: 6-7 am drive by tourist bus, 7-10 hours drive or 35 minutes flight to Kathmandu, 4-5 hours to Chitwan and 5-7 hours to Pokhara.
Accommodation: Hotel, transfer to Hotel
Religion: Buddhism
Attraction: If driven by tourist bus – the hidden valley, river views, local market can be seen, if by flight – can see the high mountain view and flat land of Terai area.
Including Activities: Land transport by bus or Air ticket, breakfast in Lumbini.

Day 04: Final Departure from international airport. Our adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! An Xtreme Climbers representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal. Included meals:Breakfast

Day by Day Itinerary by Land “Option B”:

Day 02: Kathmandu to Lumbini Drive overnight at Hotel.