Pilgrimage tours

Nepal Buddhist Circuit

Boudhanath and Swayambhunath, the Buddha's birthplace at Lumbini and a Chitwan safari.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inKathmandu
RouteKathmandu · Lumbini · Chitwan National Park
Places3 destinations
CountryNepal
Ideal forPilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-J5AI88

Best time to visit: October to November and March to April

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Swayambhunath – Kathmandu

Trip overview

Boudhanath and Swayambhunath, the Buddha's birthplace at Lumbini and a Chitwan safari.

The route spends 2 nights in Kathmandu, 1 night in Lumbini and 2 nights in Chitwan National Park, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours and cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pashupatinath TempleBoudhanath StupaSwayambhunathMaya Devi TempleAshoka PillarSacred Garden and pondJeep safariRapti River canoe rideElephant breeding centre

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive via Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest stupas in the world

Day 2Kathmandu: Swayambhunath and Evening aarti at Pashupatinath

Swayambhunath: Monkey temple overlooking the city
Evening aarti at Pashupatinath

Day 3Kathmandu to Lumbini

Travel from Kathmandu to Lumbini by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Lumbini hotel
Maya Devi Temple: Marker stone of the birthplace

Day 4Lumbini to Chitwan National Park

Travel from Lumbini to Chitwan National Park by private vehicle
Check in at your Chitwan National Park hotel
Rapti River canoe ride: Crocodiles and birds

Day 5Chitwan National Park: Elephant breeding centre and Tharu village

Elephant breeding centre: Conservation centre
Tharu village: Local culture

Day 6Depart from Chitwan National Park

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Bharatpur Airport (BHR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kathmandu: Book the Everest flight for your first morning so there is a back-up day if weather cancels it.
Lumbini: Combine with Bodh Gaya and Sarnath on a Buddhist circuit.
Chitwan National Park: Choose lodges inside the buffer zone for early-morning access.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Kathmandu, Lumbini, Chitwan National Park
Ideal for: Pilgrimage tours, Cultural holidays
Best time: October to November and March to April; October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-J5AI88

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kathmandu: October to November and March to April. Lumbini: October to March. Chitwan National Park: October to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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