| 1.Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour of
Nepal Season: Sep-Dec, Feb-May
Clothing Cottons & light woolens during summer, warm clothing
during winter.
This tour is especially made to
highlight the major Buddhist heritage sites of Nepal. For those
who are curious about Buddhism, this tour is made to provide the
opportunity to get to know the details about Buddhism and it's
culture. It takes you to the major Buddhist pilgrimages sites.
Day 01.Arrive Delhi:
Arrival assistance and transfer to the hotel. Overnight hotel. |
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Day 02. Delhi/Kathmandu :
Departure to the airport to board flight for Kathmandu. Upon
arrival at the airport, welcome by our representative & transfer
to the Hotel. At the hotel briefing about the program by our
representative. Rest day at leisure.
Day 03: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Valley.
After breakfast, introduce with the Sightseeing Guide & driver.
We set to the first day sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley . Today
you will see the following spots, the details are as described
below:
Swoyambhunath
The four seeing eyes of Swoyambhunath Stupa watch over the
valley from the top of 77-m high hillock on western side. This
most glorious Stupa in the world, is one of the holiest Buddhist
sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation
of Kathmandu valley out of a primordial lake. The surroundings
of the Swoyambhunath are covered with small Chaityas &
monasteries as well as some Hindu temples. The National Museum
and the Museum of Natural History are situated at the foot of
the hill.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
This complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between
12th and 18th Centuries, used to be the seat of ancient Malla
Kings of Kathmandu. It is the place where kings of Nepal are
crowned and their coronations solemnized. An intriguing piece
here is the 17th century stone inscription set into the wall of
the palace with writings in 15 languages. Kumari Temple: Kumari
temple is the residence of the Living Goddess. Kumari, known as
Virgin Goddess has got some specialties, she must be chosen from
a typical Newari cast with no body marks & injuries & will be
replaced by another Kumari after puberty. Kasthamandap:
Kasthamandap is believed to be constructed from the wood of a
single tree in the sixteenth century. Situated near to the
Kumari Temple. The name Kathmandu was named after this temple.
Patan City
Patan Durbar Square: Patan Durbar Square is an enchanting
mélanges of Palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful
pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former
Royal Palace complex is the center of Patan's religious and
social life, and houses a museum containing an array of bronze
statues and religious monuments. One remarkable monument here is
17th century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built
entirely of stone. Tibetan Refugee Camp: This camp was set up in
1960 under the initiative of the International Red Cross & the
Swiss Development Corporation in corporation with HMG of Nepal.
Its main objective is to help the Tibetan Refugees to do
something nice & support themselves & some carpet industries &
handicrafts have been operating.
Day 04: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Valley.
After breakfast set for another day's sightseeing:
Boudhanath
This Stupa lies 6-km downtown Kathmandu. This colossal and
ancient Stupa, one of the biggest in the world, has the
all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It was built in the fifth
century AD. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer
wheels. One can observe devotees chanting religious hymns &
playing with prayer wheels.
Pashupatinath Temple
Situated 5 km east on the bank of sacred Bagmati River, the
temple of Lord Shiva with two-tiered golden roof and silver
doors is famous for its superb architecture. Chronicles indicate
the temple's existence prior 400 AD. Devotees can be seen taking
ritual dips in the holy Bagmati River
Bhaktapur City
Durbar Square: As you walk in, you can not but be overcome by a
feeling of inner harmony. Such is the art and architecture and
the special layout here. The 15th century Palace of 55 windows,
situated to the left as you enter through the city gate,
inspires admiration. The National Art Gallery is also situated
inside. The Palace Entrance, Golden Gate that is the entrance to
the main courtyard of the Palace of 55 windows, is masterpiece
in repousse art. In front of the palace building is a medley of
temples of various designs. There are temples like Batsala
Temple and the Shiva temple, the replica of Pashupatinath Temple
etc. Nyatapola Temple: This five story pagoda was built in 1702
AD. Each story has pair of figures (two wrestlers, two
elephants, two lions, two griffins and goddess's tigress & &
lioness). This temple is one of the tallest pagodas & famous for
its massive structure and subtle workmanship.
Day 05: Drive Kathmandu-Lumbini.
Drive to Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. About 7-8 hrs
drive. Drive passes through the bank of the famous rivers of
Nepal, enjoying the natural beauties; green forests & gorges,
after 4 hrs, the drive enters into lowland of Nepal where the
roads are straight & wide. Upon arrival in Lumbini. Check in to
the hotel & rest days at free.
Day 06: Lumbini.
Visit the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the apostle of peace,
compassion & non-violence. Here one can see the broken Ashok
pillar, remnants of an old monastery, images of Buddha's mother
Maya Devi etc. are still preserved in Lumbini. Visit sacred
Garden where Buddha was born, Mayadevi Temple, and Puskarni Pond
where Buddha's mother had taken a bath before giving birth to
Buddha. Visit different monasteries, which represent different
countries like Myanmar Temple, China Temple, Korean Temple,
Nepal Buddha Temple etc.
Day 07: Drive Lumbini-Kathmandu
Drive back to Kathmandu. Rest day free for shopping.
Day 08: Kathmandu/Delhi: -
Departure to airport to board flight for Delhi. Arrival
assistance and transfer to the hotel for rest or Sightseeing of
Delhi. Evening departure to the airport for onward journey. |