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By iFly Nepal

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Free cancellation available
Price is £594 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Visit Maya Devi Temple and Lumbini's Sacred Garden
    • Explore the historic Ashoka Pillar and archaeological sites
    • Discover international monasteries representing Buddhist traditions
    • Experience Lumbini's rich Buddhist cultural heritage
    • Explore one of Nepal's most important pilgrimage sites

Activity location

    • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Thamel, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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1-Day Lumbini Tour from Kathmandu by Air

  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English
Price details
£593.94 x 2 Adults£1,187.88
Total
Price is £1,187.88

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Return domestic flights Kathmandu ↔ Bhairahawa
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    Airport transfers in Kathmandu and Bhairahawa
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    Applicable heritage/site entrance fees
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    Drinking water and basic refreshments
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    All local taxes and service charges
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    Trip coordination and assistance
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    Private vehicle transport throughout the tour
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    Guided Lumbini sightseeing
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    Visit to Maya Devi Temple and Sacred Garden
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    Visit to Ashoka Pillar and archaeological sites
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    Exploration of selected international monasteries
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    Traditional local lunch
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    Lumbini cultural and Buddhist heritage experience
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    English-speaking local/heritage guide
  • Exclusions
    International flights
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    Nepal visa fees
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    Travel insurance
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    Personal expenses
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    Personal shopping
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    Additional food or drinks outside the included lunch and refreshments
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    Tips and service charge
  • Exclusions
    Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Intoxication, Littering, Making noise, Nudity, Party groups, See-through clothing, Smoking, Touching the exhibits, Vaping
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Discover Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha and one of the world's most significant Buddhist pilgrimage destinations, on a convenient one-day journey from Kathmandu by domestic flight.

    Itinerary
    6:30 AM — Kathmandu to Bhairahawa
    Take an early morning domestic flight from Kathmandu to Bhairahawa. Upon arrival, meet your local team and transfer by private vehicle towards Lumbini.

    8:30 AM — Breakfast
    Enjoy breakfast before beginning your guided sightseeing programme. Take a short opportunity to prepare for the day's exploration.

    9:00 AM — Maya Devi Temple & Sacred Garden
    Visit Maya Devi Temple and the surrounding Sacred Garden, the central pilgrimage area of Lumbini. Learn about the site's connection with the birth of Gautama Buddha and its religious significance.

    10:30 AM — International Monasteries
    Explore selected international monasteries within Lumbini's monastery zone. Discover the distinctive architecture, artistic traditions and Buddhist influences represented by different countries and communities.

    12:30 PM — Traditional Lunch
    Enjoy a traditional local lunch and take a break from sightseeing. Experience local flavours before continuing your exploration of Lumbini.

    1:30 PM — Ashoka Pillar & Archaeological Sites
    Visit the historic Ashoka Pillar and nearby archaeological areas. Your guide will explain the historical discoveries and significance of these important landmarks.

    3:00 PM — Cultural Centre & Monastery Zone
    Continue exploring the Lumbini Cultural Centre or selected areas of the monastery zone. Learn more about Lumbini's contemporary role as an international centre of Buddhist heritage and pilgrimage.

    4:30 PM — Transfer to Bhairahawa Airport
    Conclude your sightseeing and travel by private vehicle to Bhairahawa Airport.

    6:00 PM — Bhairahawa to Kathmandu
    Take your evening domestic flight back to Kathmandu, concluding your Lumbini Buddhist heritage experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Thamel, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
    • Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal