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Chitwan and Lumbini Tour

Chitwan and Lumbini Tour

The Chitwan and Lumbini tour combines Nepal's most popular wildlife park with the birthplace of the Buddha in five days. Spend two nights in a jungle lodge at Chitwan National Park, with a jeep safari, canoe trip, jungle walk and Tharu village visit, then drive to Lumbini to see the Maya Devi Temple, the Ashoka Pillar and the monasteries of the monastic zone, before flying back to Kathmandu.

Private transport, lodge and hotel, safaris, guides, entry fees and the flight from Bhairahawa are included.

CountryNepal
Duration5 Days
DifficultyEasy
ActivityWildlife and culture
Max. AltitudeAbout 1,400 m / 4,593 ft (Kathmandu)
Best SeasonOct–Apr
AccommodationJungle lodge and hotel
MealsAll meals in Chitwan; breakfast in Lumbini
Group size1–15 people

Trip highlights

  • Jeep safari, canoe trip and jungle walk in Chitwan
  • One-horned rhinos and rich birdlife
  • Tharu village and cultural show
  • Maya Devi Temple and Ashoka Pillar
  • Lumbini monastic zone

Short itinerary

View detailed itinerary
  1. Day 1 Kathmandu to Chitwan 150 m
  2. Day 2 Chitwan National Park 150 m
  3. Day 3 Chitwan to Lumbini 150 m
  4. Day 4 Lumbini monastic zone 150 m
  5. Day 5 Fly to Kathmandu 1,400 m

Chitwan and Lumbini Tour overview

Quick answer: this 5-day tour covers Chitwan and Lumbini and costs from US$590 per person. The best time is October–April.

Read our guides to Chitwan and Lumbini. For a longer wildlife trip including Bardia, see our Chitwan, Lumbini and Bardia tour.

At a glance

FactDetails
Duration5 days
PlacesChitwan National Park, Lumbini
TransportPrivate vehicle; flight Bhairahawa – Kathmandu
GradeEasy
CostFrom US$590 per person

Day-by-day itinerary

Day1
Drive 5–6 hours to Sauraha. Afternoon Tharu village walk and sunset on the Rapti.
150 m Lunch, dinner Jungle lodge Drive
Day2
Canoe trip, jungle walk and jeep safari. Evening Tharu cultural show.
150 m Breakfast, lunch, dinner Jungle lodge Safari
Day3
Morning birdwatching, then drive about 4–5 hours to Lumbini. Evening at the Maya Devi Temple.
150 m Breakfast Hotel Drive and sightseeing
Day4
Full day exploring the sacred garden, Ashoka Pillar and international monasteries.
150 m Breakfast Hotel Sightseeing
Day5
Drive to Bhairahawa and fly to Kathmandu.
1,400 m Breakfast Flight

What’s included

Included

  • Private vehicle for road transfers
  • Jungle lodge in Chitwan (2 nights) with all meals
  • Hotel in Lumbini (2 nights) with breakfast
  • Chitwan park fees and activities
  • Naturalist guides and Lumbini guide
  • Lumbini entry fees
  • Flight Bhairahawa – Kathmandu
  • All government and local taxes

Not included

  • Hotels in Kathmandu
  • Lunch and dinner in Lumbini
  • Drinks and personal expenses
  • Tips

Useful info

Wildlife

Most visitors see one-horned rhinos; tigers are rarely seen.

Health

Use insect repellent and ask a travel clinic about malaria prevention.

Packing list

  • Neutral-coloured clothing
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm layer for winter mornings
  • Insect repellent and sunscreen
  • Binoculars and camera
  • Modest clothing for temples

Add-ons & trip options

Bardia extension (3 days, per person)US$420
Extra night in Chitwan (per person)US$70

Choose add-ons and quantities on the booking form.

More options, quoted on request:

  • Bardia extension.
  • Tansen on the way to Pokhara instead of flying.

Frequently asked questions

5 days.

Most visitors see one-horned rhinos in Chitwan.

From US$590 per person.

October–April.

By flight from Bhairahawa.

Yes, as an extension.