Grand Buddhist Circuit Tour
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Grand Buddhist Circuit Tour

A comprehensive 12-day Buddhist pilgrimage covering spiritual, cultural, and natural highlights of Nepal.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, and transfer to the Hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

2

Boudhanath, Kapan Gumba, Patan

Full-day sightseeing of Boudhanath Stupa, Kapan Gumba (Gelukpa), and Patan including 1000 Buddha Golden and Rudra Varna Mahabihar. Dinner and overnight.

3

Pharping and Bungmati

Early breakfast and visit to Pharping (Nyingmapa lineage) and Bungmati. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

4

Namobuddha and Bhaktapur

Drive to Namobuddha. On the return, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Dinner and overnight stay in Kathmandu.

5

Nagarjun, Swayambhunath, Machhindranath

Visit Nagarjun Zamazu, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Machhindranath temple. Dinner and overnight stay.

6

Drive to Pokhara

Early breakfast and drive to Pokhara. Visit World Peace Pagoda and enjoy boating or a walk around Fewa Lake. Dinner and overnight stay.

7

Pokhara to Palpa to Lumbini

Drive to Lumbini via Palpa. Lunch at Palpa, then continue to Lumbini. Check into the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

8

Lumbini Full-Day Tour

Visit Maya Devi Temple, Holy Pond, and multiple monasteries in Lumbini. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

9

Tilaurakot and Drive to Chitwan

Morning visit to Tilaurakot, then continue drive to Chitwan National Park. Walk around Tharu village. Dinner and overnight stay.

10

Chitwan Jungle Activities

Canoe ride in Rapti River, bird watching, elephant safari, and visit to Elephant Breeding Centre. Dinner and overnight stay.

11

Return to Kathmandu

Drive back to Kathmandu. Free time for shopping or relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay.

12

Final Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure.