Trip Overview
Lumbini, revered as a pivotal Buddhist site, marks the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Buddhism’s founder. Born Prince Siddhartha Gautama of the Shakya Dynasty in 623 BC, his journey began in Lumbini’s gardens. Renouncing royal life, he sought enlightenment through deep meditation, eventually founding Buddhism.
Emperor Ashoka of India commemorated his visit to Lumbini by erecting inscribed pillars not only there but also in Niglihawa and Gotihawa. These sites were further acknowledged in the writings of Seng-Tsai, Fa-Hsien in the 4th century, and Hsuan-Tsang in the 7th century, who mentioned temples and stupas in their records.
The heart of Lumbini is the Mayadevi Temple, adjacent to a hallowed pool known as Puskarni and a sacred garden. This site, where Buddha first bathed, marks his exact birthplace. The temple, amidst a serene landscape of trees and ancient foundations, stands as a testament to this pivotal moment in history.
Lumbini’s tour is a renowned spiritual and archaeological journey in Nepal. Its archaeological wonders chronicle various episodes of Buddha’s life. The site is also notable for its international array of temples, each reflecting the unique architectural style of its contributing country, drawing thousands of visitors annually.
Beyond the Mayadevi Temple, 27km west lies Tilaurakot, believed to be the Shakya Kingdom’s capital and worth exploring. This site showcases ancient stupas and monasteries built from kiln-burnt bricks and clay mortar, dating from the 4th century BC to the 2nd century AD.
Tour Highlight
- A comprehensive day tour of Kathmandu City.
- Visiting Lumbini, the revered birthplace of Lord Buddha.
- Exploring the Mayadevi Temple and the Eternal Light.
- Discovering the historical depths of Tilaurakot and its vicinity.
- A journey through the historical landmarks of Gotihawa.
Trip Facts
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Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport
Welcome to Nepal! We will receive you the airport and transport you to hotel.
Sightseeing in Buddhist sites around in the Kathmandu
Today is the first day of sightseeing. We visit Swoyambhu Stupa and Bouddhanath Stupa. Both are major heritage sites for Buddhism. Swayambhu is located on the western edge of Kathmandu, on a hill. Swayambhu is also known as the Monkey Temple. It is dated back centuries ago of Lichhivi Era. Bouddhanath Stupa is on the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu. It is one of the largest stupas in the world. Bouddhanath was founded by Lichhivi King Sivadeva 590-604 CE.
Fly to Bhairahawa and drive to Lumbini
Today we go to Bhairahawa Airport on a scenic 45min flight followed by the 1-hr drive to Lumbini.
Sightseeing in Lumbini.
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Queen Mayadevi give birth to Siddhartha Gautam in 563 BC. Lumbini has many temples including Maya Devi Temple. There is a pond called Pukalani, where Queen Maya Devi took a ritual dip prior to giving birth to Lord Buddha, where he had his first bath. We visit Mahayana, Theravada Monstery and Mayadevi Temple. There is another attraction that is Ashoka Pillar, which was built by an Indian emperor after he visited Lumbini.
Sightseeing around Kapilvastu.
Today we drive to the ancient town of Kapilvastu, Tilaurakot. We explore the religious and archaeological sites here, Gotihawa, Niglihar, Kudan, and Sagarhawa. Tilaurakot was the capital of Shakyas, where Gautam Buddha spent his early 29 years. Kudan is also known as the Nigrodharma Park, which was built by King Suddhodhana for Buddha and the followers. Gotihawa is the birthplace of Kakusudhna Buddha and Niglihawa where the Kanakkmuni Buddha was born. Sagrahawa is the massacre center where thousands of Shakyas were massacred by King Virudhaka.
Fly back to Kathmandu.
After finishing our Lumbini tour, we fly back to Kathmandu and have the rest of the day for leisure and shopping. In the evening, we join a dinner at a culture restaurant with folk songs and dance performance.
Transfer to the airport for your flight departure
The trip concludes today. Your guide will drop you off at the international airport for your departure back home.
What Includes & Excludes
Includes
Accomodation
- Two Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in a Standard Hotel in BB plan
Flight
Guides and Porters
- Trekking Porters – We Assign a porter for each two trekkers.
- An English speaking local guide
Guides and Porters
Transports
- All ground transportation as per itinerary
- From and to the airport transfer to the hotel on a private tourist vehicle on your International arrival and departure.
Additional Services
- All government taxes and official expenses.
- Farewell dinner one night before the client’s final departure in a typical Nepali Restaurant with culture dance. Your guide will accompany you.
- Trekking/tour permits, entrance fees.
- Accommodation, foods, insurance, salary, equipment, and medicine for field staffs.
Excludes
- Anything not mentioned in the price includes.
- Personal trekking gears/equipment.
- Tips for trekking staff (Tipping is expected).
- Lunch and dinner in the city.
- All drinks including bottled/boiled water along the trekking route
- Visa fees and travel insurance.
- International airfare to and from Nepal.
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Athens , GreeceEquipment List
Accessories
- Small Day Pack
- Underwear, stay away from cotton.
- For women two synthetic sports bras, no cotton.
Documents and Money
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport
- Airline tickets
- Passport and extra passport photos (2 copies)
Electronics
- Additional Batteries Powerbank , Solar Charger
- Additional batteries for Head Lamp
- Head Lamp
Miscellaneous but Important
- Toiletries
- Water purification Iodine tablets
- Water bottle/bladder
- UV protective glacier sunglasses – better to have a side shield.
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Why travel with
Broad Adventures
Since 2010, we have curated unique itineraries that offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences, ensuring every trip is filled with joy and adventure. Our focus on the fun factor and the right amount of challenge allows you to achieve a profound sense of personal accomplishment, all while enjoying the camaraderie of like-minded travelers.
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Join an intimate group of like-minded travelers who share your passion for discovering the world's wonders safely and confidently. Our small group settings foster a deeper connection with your fellow explorers and the incredible destinations we visit.
Expert Local Guides
We exclusively employ local guides and porters for their unparalleled knowledge and expertise. Their insights and firsthand experiences enrich your journey, giving you a deeper understanding and appreciation of the local culture, history, and environment.
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Your safety is our utmost priority. Our dedicated team of trained professionals ensures the highest standards of care, including providing fresh and hygienic meals, comprehensive First Aid supplies, and round-the-clock communication services. We are committed to responsible tourism practices, emphasizing the importance of sustainable and ethical travel.
Health and Saftey
Promoting responsible tourism is essential, as it calls for a collective effort from everyone involved in the industry. By prioritizing health and safety, we ensure that each journey is not only enjoyable but also respectful of the destinations and communities we visit.
How can we help you?
- City Tour Equipment
- City Tour Season
- Climbing Equipment
- Climbing Season
- General Questions
- Guide and Staffs
- Nepal Overview
- Tipping
- Transportations
- Trekking Equipment
- Trekking Season
- VISA info
- Weather and Temperature
Do you provide any equipment for the trek?
Broad Adventure provides you a basic equipment like a Sleeping Bag and a down Jacket, for the tea-house trek. And for the climbing trip, we provide the basic equipment. For a camping trek check it once including the section.
What is the time zone of Nepal?
NPT (UTC+05:45)
What cultural attractions can I explore in Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is home to historical sites like Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Pashupatinath Temple. These landmarks showcase Nepal’s rich cultural and religious heritage, providing visitors with a deep insight into the country’s history.
What are the must-visit cities in Nepal?
Kathmandu, Pokhara, Bhaktapur, and Patan are popular cities offering rich cultural experiences. Each city has its own unique charm, historical sites, and vibrant local markets.
Do you provide any equipment for the trek?
Broad Adventure provides you a basic equipment like a Sleeping Bag and a down Jacket, for the tea-house trek. And for the climbing trip, we provide the basic equipment. For a camping trek check it once including the section.
Do I need to tip the guide and porters? What is the standard tip?
Tips is expected by your team members and normally the standard is 10% of your total trip cost.
What is the climbing season in Nepal?
The main climbing seasons are spring (April to May) and autumn (September to November). During these times, the weather is more stable, providing safer and more favorable conditions for climbing expeditions.
Are there other mountains in Nepal suitable for climbing?
Yes, Nepal is home to numerous trekking peaks and mountains suitable for climbing, such as Island Peak, Mera Peak, and Lobuche East. These peaks offer a challenging yet rewarding experience for climbers of various skill levels.
Can I climb Mount Everest as a tourist?
Climbing Mount Everest requires significant preparation, experience, and permits. Most climbers join organized expeditions with experienced guides. Climbing Everest is a serious undertaking that demands physical fitness, technical skills, and a high level of commitment.
Do I need to tip the guide and porters? What is the standard tip?
Tips is expected by your team members and normally the standard is 10% of your total trip cost.
What is the voltage and plug type used in Nepal?
The standard voltage is 230V, and the plug type is the Europlug (Type C) and the British-style plug (Type D). It’s advisable to bring adapters if necessary.
What is the voltage and plug type used in Nepal?
The standard voltage is 230V, and the plug type is the Europlug (Type C) and the British-style plug (Type D). It’s advisable to bring adapters if necessary.
Is it necessary to get travel insurance for Nepal?
Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended, especially for trekking and adventure activities. Ensure that your insurance covers medical emergencies, evacuation, and trip cancellations.
What languages are spoken in Nepal?
The official language is Nepali, but English is widely understood in tourist areas. Additionally, various ethnic groups have their own languages.
What is the currency used in Nepal, and are credit cards widely accepted?
The official currency is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR). While major cities and tourist areas accept credit cards, it’s advisable to carry cash in remote areas. ATMs are available in urban centers.
How can I get around within cities in Nepal?
Transportation options include taxis, rickshaws, and local buses. Walking is also a great way to explore the cities, especially in the old quarters. Many cities have well-preserved historic areas, and navigating them on foot allows for a more immersive experience.
What cultural attractions can I explore in Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is home to historical sites like Durbar Square, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Pashupatinath Temple. These landmarks showcase Nepal’s rich cultural and religious heritage, providing visitors with a deep insight into the country’s history.
Can I climb Mount Everest as a tourist?
Climbing Mount Everest requires significant preparation, experience, and permits. Most climbers join organized expeditions with experienced guides. Climbing Everest is a serious undertaking that demands physical fitness, technical skills, and a high level of commitment.
Are permits required for trekking in Nepal?
Yes, trekking permits are required for most trekking regions. The type of permit depends on the specific trekking area. It’s important to obtain the necessary permits from the respective authorities to support local conservation and management efforts.
When is the best season for treks in Nepal?
From March to mid-June and September to December is the best season for treks.
What is the fitness required for the treks?
Generally, to trek in Nepal we should have good physical and health conditions. And also able to walk 4- 7 hours in day at a high altitude with your little backpack.
Do you pick me up at the Airport upon my arrival?
Yes, our airport representative welcomes you at the airport and transfers you to the hotel in a private tourist vehicle.
Does my guide/porter speak English?
They speak English. All the guides are professional and due to their professionalism, they speak good English. The guide’s English is enough to explain the local culture, activities, and religions.
Are the treks and tours secured? What about the security?
Providing security to our clients is our principal. The government-licensed holder guides and other crew members are carefully assigned for your trip. Even though, would like to counsel you to take care of your equipment, and bags. If you doing a tea-house trek your accommodation is in a local guesthouse, where you have to be a precaution yourself at all times. And if you are on a camping trek always keep your bags inside the tent and while at nighttime please keep your bag in the middle of the tent. The camping leader assigns a Sherpa as a guard throughout the nighttime.
What sort of ground transportation do you use?
Normally we assign a car for up to 2 people and a Jeep for up to 5 people and then a bus for up to 14 PAX and Coster and Sutlej Bus depending on group size. There are some trekking routes, which are dirt roads for them we assign 4WD Jeeps. It also depends on what services you opt for.
Are the staff insured by your company?
Yes, all of the staff and crew members are insured.
Should I need to join the group?
Joining a group depends on your booking and the option that you choose. If you have booked for Private Trip then obviously you will not join. Otherwise, normally the same trip departs on the same day then the group will join.
Do you arrange a private trip?
Yes, of course, we will arrange a private tour.
How big is a group size?
We will try to arrange a small group of willing people, which immortalize the treks. Normally we encompass 12 -16 people in a group. (This is not to apply to those who want to do a Private Trip, no minimum and maximum for them.)
Is the drinking water okay? Or do I need to use tablets?
For drinking water you can buy bottled water and purified mineral water on tea-house treks and city tours. And in the camping trek, the camping cook provides you with boiled water. For some cases of remote area trekking it would be better to have some purification tablets that you can buy in Kathmandu.
What are the accommodations and meals like?
All the meals that you provided are hygienic and fresh. While you are on a camping trek you get meals prepared by a professional camping cook. And if you are doing a tea-house trek you will get the main course as like in the cities. For accommodation on the camping trek, you will have a tent with good-quality mattresses and a sleeping bag. And if you are on a tea-house trek you will normal twin-sharing room with basic facilities with a warm mattress and blanket, and also we provide a sleeping bag if you need it.
Is the shower facility during the tour/trek?
Yes, you can have a shower during the trek. In the camping trek, you will get a shower in a shower tent which is provided 3-4 times in the whole trek, depending on the duration of the trek. And in a tea-house trek, we will provide you attached room where possible and for the rest of town, you will pay for a shower.
Do you provide any equipment for the trek?
Broad Adventure provides you a basic equipment like a Sleeping Bag and a down Jacket, for the tea-house trek. And for the climbing trip, we provide the basic equipment. For a camping trek check it once including the section.
Is there any possibility of communicating in my hometown?
Yes, you can. In the Everest and Annapurna regions, you can connect via Phone, or Internet both available in most of the town and, in some remote routes, you may need to use a satellite phone that is carried by your trek guide or also get in the local town.
Can I charge the batteries of cameras, and phones?
Yes, you can charge your devices, but recommended you bring your plugs, and chargers and also do not leave unattended anything while charging in a lobby or somewhere in the trekking guesthouse. And if you are on a camping trek it’s quite hard to charge the phone so we advise you to bring a portable charge.
Are there any health precautions I should take before traveling to Nepal?
Vaccinations for diseases like typhoid, hepatitis, and tetanus are advisable. Altitude sickness prevention measures should be considered for high-altitude treks.
How can I find a reliable trekking guide in Nepal?
Reliable guides can be found through licensed trekking agencies, recommendations from fellow travelers, or by checking with the Nepal Tourism Board. Ensure that your guide has the necessary permits and is experienced in the chosen trekking region
Is hiring a local guide recommended for exploring Nepal?
Yes, hiring a local guide is highly recommended, especially for trekking and exploring remote areas. Guides provide valuable insights into the culture, history, and geography of the region, ensuring a safer and more enriching experience.
Is hiring a local guide recommended for exploring Nepal?
Yes, hiring a local guide is highly recommended, especially for trekking and exploring remote areas. Guides provide valuable insights into the culture, history, and geography of the region, ensuring a safer and more enriching experience.
Is Nepal a safe country for tourists?
Yes, Nepal is considered safe for tourists. However, like any travel destination, it’s essential to follow common-sense safety practices and stay updated on travel advisories. Local people are welcoming, and the country values its reputation as a safe and friendly destination.
What is the best time to visit Nepal?
The best time to visit Nepal is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons when the weather is generally favorable for outdoor activities. During these periods, the skies are clear, and the temperatures are moderate.
What makes Nepal a popular tourist destination?
Nepal is renowned for its stunning Himalayan landscapes, rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and warm hospitality. The country offers a unique blend of adventure, spirituality, and natural beauty.
What is the standard tip?
Tipping is subjective so it depends on your satisfaction. However, the standard is about 20% of the trip cost you can share with the staff.
Do I need to tip the guide and porters? What is the standard tip?
Tips is expected by your team members and normally the standard is 10% of your total trip cost.
Do you provide any equipment for the trek?
Broad Adventure provides you a basic equipment like a Sleeping Bag and a down Jacket, for the tea-house trek. And for the climbing trip, we provide the basic equipment. For a camping trek check it once including the section.
Are permits required for trekking in Nepal?
Yes, trekking permits are required for most trekking regions. The type of permit depends on the specific trekking area. It’s important to obtain the necessary permits from the respective authorities to support local conservation and management efforts.
Do I need a guide for trekking in Nepal?
While it’s not mandatory, hiring a local guide is highly recommended for safety, navigation, and cultural insights. Guides are familiar with the terrain, can provide valuable information about the region, and ensure a smoother trekking experience.
What are the most popular trekking destinations in Nepal?
The Everest Base Camp trek, Annapurna Circuit, Langtang Valley trek, and Manaslu Circuit are among the most popular trekking routes in Nepal. Each trek offers unique experiences, from breathtaking mountain views to encounters with diverse cultures.
When is the best season for treks in Nepal?
From March to mid-June and September to December is the best season for treks.
Do I need to tip the guide and porters? What is the standard tip?
Tips is expected by your team members and normally the standard is 10% of your total trip cost.
Can I extend my tourist visa to Nepal?
Yes, tourist visas can be extended at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or the Immigration Office in Pokhara. Extension fees and requirements vary, and it’s advisable to initiate the process a few days before the current visa expires.
What documents are required for a tourist visa on arrival?
Passport with at least six months validity, a completed visa application form (available at the airport), and two passport-sized photos are required. Additionally, visa fees must be paid in cash (USD or equivalent).
What are the types of visas available for tourists?
Tourist visas are available for duration ranging from 15 to 90 days. Extensions can be obtained within Nepal if needed. Other visa categories include business visas, student visas, and diplomatic visas, each with specific requirements.
How do I obtain a visa for Nepal?
Tourist visas for Nepal can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at various land entry points. Alternatively, you can apply for a visa at the Nepalese embassy or consulate in your home country before traveling.
What is the monsoon season in Nepal?
The monsoon season in Nepal runs from June to early September. During this time, the country receives heavy rainfall, particularly in the southern plains and the hilly regions. The monsoon brings lush green landscapes but can also cause landslides and flooding in some areas.
What is the time zone of Nepal?
NPT (UTC+05:45)