Pokhara to Lumbini, birthplace of the Buddha
South to the sacred gardens of Lumbini.
Lumbini sits in the Terai near the Indian border, around five to six hours south of Pokhara. A private vehicle lets you visit the sacred garden, the Maya Devi temple, and the monastic zone at your own pace.
Many travellers combine Lumbini with Chitwan on a lowland loop.
Recommended vehicles
Highlights
- Maya Devi temple and sacred garden
- Monastic zone
- Combine with Chitwan
- Door to door
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How long is the drive from Pokhara to Lumbini?+
Roughly 185 km and five to six hours by road. An early start gives you the afternoon at the sacred garden.
