Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour in Nepal-10 Days

Accomodation
Hotel
Group Size
2-20
Activity Per Day
Tour, Sightseeing, Hiking
Transporation
Flight, Private Drive
Grade
Easy

Overview

Embark on a peaceful 10-day journey to Nepal’s most sacred Buddhist landmarks — from the legendary stupas of Kathmandu Valley to the birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini.
This pilgrimage combines cultural immersion, meditation, scenic landscapes, and deep spiritual reflection.
Designed for both devotees and travelers seeking peace, this tour offers comfort, authenticity, and the chance to walk in the footsteps of the Enlightened One.

Itinerary

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Welcome Dinner

    • Warm welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport by the Safe Himalayan team.
      Transfer to your hotel and evening orientation about the Buddhist pilgrimage.
      Optional evening visit to Boudhanath Stupa for the butter-lamp ceremony.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Morning visit to Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) — one of the oldest and most sacred sites in Nepal.
      Afternoon visit to Boudhanath Stupa, the spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal.
      Walk the kora with local devotees and enjoy tea in a rooftop café overlooking the stupa.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Visit Kopan Monastery, a serene hilltop sanctuary for meditation and Buddhist teachings.
      Later, explore Hiranya Varna Mahavihar (Golden Temple) and other ancient Buddhist courtyards in Patan.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Drive 2.5 hours southeast to Namo Buddha, one of Nepal’s most revered Buddhist pilgrimage sites.
      Visit Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery and the sacred stupa where the Buddha offered his body to a starving tigress and her cubs.
      After exploration and meditation, continue to Dhulikhel (30 minutes) for an overnight stay with Himalayan sunset views.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Enjoy the morning panorama from Dhulikhel before returning to Kathmandu.
      Take a short flight to Bhairahawa (or drive) and transfer to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
      Evening free for rest or a gentle walk around the Lumbini Garden area.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Explore the sacred Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillar, Sacred Garden, and Puskarini Pond.
      Visit international monasteries built by different Buddhist nations and experience meditation near the Eternal Peace Flame.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

      • After breakfast, drive to Tilaurakot, the historical site of the ancient Shakya Kingdom, where Prince Siddhartha Gautama spent his early life before becoming the Buddha.

      • Explore the archaeological ruins, museum, and peaceful surroundings that reflect the Buddha’s princely past.

      • On the way back, visit Ramagrama Stupa, believed to be the only untouched stupa containing Buddha’s relics.

      • Return to Lumbini by evening for rest and reflection.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • After breakfast, return to Kathmandu by flight or road.
      Free evening to explore Thamel or Boudha for shopping and local dining.

    • Accommodation:

      Hotel

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Optional half-day retreat or yoga session at Kopan Monastery or visit to Pharping Monastery (Guru Rinpoche meditation cave).
      Evening farewell dinner with the Safe Himalayan team and cultural performance.

    • Meals:

      Breakfast

    • Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
      Your spiritual journey in Nepal ends with blessings of peace and mindfulness.

Inclusion

What's Included

    Private transportation throughout the tour
    ✅ Domestic flight Kathmandu–Bhairahawa (Lumbini) -Kathmandu
    ✅ Comfortable hotel / monastery accommodations
    ✅ English-speaking Buddhist cultural guide
    ✅ Daily breakfast
    ✅ All sightseeing entrance fees and permits
    ✅ Airport transfers

What's Not Included

    ❌ International airfare
    ❌ Lunch and dinner (except where mentioned)
    ❌ Personal expenses, beverages, tips
    ❌ Travel insurance
    ❌ Nepal entry visa

Other info

Tour Highlights

  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Swayambhunath, Boudhanath & Lumbini

  • Experience meditation and teachings at Kopan and Namo Buddha monasteries

  • Discover the sacred birthplace of Buddha and international monastic zones in Lumbini

  • Witness Himalayan sunrise from Dhulikhel

  • Peaceful exploration of Ramagrama Stupa, an untouched relic site

Join the Path of Peace

Walk in the footsteps of the Buddha through Nepal’s most sacred landscapes.
Safe Himalayan Travel & Adventure invites you to connect with history, culture, and inner calm on this unforgettable Buddhist pilgrimage.

📞 Book Now: [safehimalayan@gmail.com]
🌐 Website: [www.safehimalayan.com]
📍 Office: Kathmandu, Nepal

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