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Lumbini to Dharmashala Tour
DestinationIndia
Duration22 days
GradeEasy
ActivitiesGuided Cultural Tour
AccommodationHotels and Resorts
Group Size15+
VehiclePrivate and Local Vehicle
MealsModified American Plan (MAP)
Trip Highlights
Visiting southern regions of Nepal,Lumbini the birth place of Buddha, across Bihar and into the east of Uttar Pradesh are the lands where the Buddha was born, lived, walked, meditated, fasted, attained enlightenment, preached and ultimately attained Paranirvana and visiting Dharmasala where Dalai lama and tibetan Buddhism is the major attarction of this tour.
Trip Overview
The Lumbini to Dharamshala tour is a spiritually enriching journey that connects two of the most significant centers of Buddhist heritage in South Asia. Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, is revered as one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Buddhists around the world. Dharamshala, home to The 14th Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile, serves as a global center for Tibetan Buddhism, meditation, and cultural preservation.
This tour offers travelers a unique opportunity to explore sacred monasteries, meditation centers, and historical landmarks while gaining deeper insight into Buddhist philosophy and Tibetan culture. Beginning in Lumbini, visitors experience the serene atmosphere of the Maya Devi Temple, monastic zones, and archaeological remains. The journey then continues through the Himalayan foothills to Dharamshala, where participants visit the Tsuglagkhang Complex, Namgyal Monastery, and Tibetan museums.
The tour promotes spiritual reflection, cultural exchange, and educational understanding of Buddhist traditions. It is especially valuable for pilgrims, students, and travelers interested in peace, mindfulness, and religious heritage. By linking the birthplace of Buddha with the contemporary heart of Tibetan Buddhism, the Lumbini to Dharamshala tour provides a meaningful and transformative travel experience.
Lumbini to Dharmashala tour is designed for you to visit some or all of the relevant sites connected to the Buddha’s life. In this Buddhist cultural tour we visit many Buddhist cultural places, monasteries in Kathmandu and continue to Lumbini, Southern regions of Nepal where the Buddha was born, lived, walked, meditated, fasted, attained enlightenment, preached and ultimately attained Paranirvana.
In Amritsar you will visit Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion. In Dharamshala, Home of the Dalai Lama the visit includes Tibetan Medical and Astrology (Mentseekhang), Tibetan Government / Parliament in exile (Kashag), Namgyal Monastery Main Temple (Tsulakhang), Gyuto Monastery (Sidhbari), Norbulingka (Institute of Tibetan Culture), Tibetan Library and Archive and Tibetan Children’s Village.
There is nowhere to surpass this wonderful experience countries like Nepal and India where religious and spiritual diversity and you are reminded of what a great geographical, historical and religious nation these are. Temples, Mausoleums, Monasteries, Mountains, Forts, Mahatma Gandhi, Dalai Lama, Buddha, the Ganges. The list is endless. This trip leads you to visit all the Buddhist Pilgrimage sites whilst taking in the more familiar tourist attractions of Amritsar Golden Temple and the Stunning Taj Mahal. To the North-West in Himachal Pradesh lies the seat of the Tibetan government in exile and the home to the Dalai Lama. To the east lies the Buddha country, Bodh Gaya, where he attained enlightenment, Sarnath and the Deer Park, Rajgir, Vulture Peak and the Nalanda University ruins.
Trip Itinerary
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, participants will be warmly welcomed by our tour representative and transferred to their hotel in Kathmandu. After check-in, guests can relax and recover from their journey. A brief orientation about the Lumbini to Dharamshala tour itinerary, travel arrangements, and important information will be provided in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Included/Excluded
Pick-up and drop-off from your Hotel by Car or Bus
Licensed and trained tour guide
Transportation to and from trailhead
All necessary documents and permits for tour (where applicable)
National Park/Conservation/ world heritage sites entry permit
Insurance, medication, and equipment for staff
Coordination of Quick Rescue service (costs covered by your insurance plan)
Travel/tour insurance
Visa fees
Rescue charge
Drinks (cold and alcoholic)
Expenses of personal nature
Lunches and dinners
Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade or any other unexpected circumstances.
any other expenses which is not mentioned in included section.
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