BUDDHIST RETREAT AND MEDITATION
ACTIVITIES
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PLACES
We help organize the trip and you go on the journey! Our retreat and meditation itinerary takes you to secluded and sacred settings such as temples and resorts where practitioners can immerse themselves and practice free of distractions. Whether solo or in a group, the intent is to provide one respite from everyday life and undergo a transformative experience on the Buddhist path. Come and feed your soul!
Highlights
AM: Arrive Paro airport, transfer to Thimphu
PM: Pay homage at the largest statue of Buddha Dordenma (Kuenselphodrang), butterlamp offering & mantra recitals
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AM: Morning ceremonial worship, breathing exercises and meditation, breakfast, Teaching 1
PM: Lunch, free time for contemplation or relax, meditation, Visit to Zilukha Nunnery for evening prayer and pooja
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AM: Morning ritual, breathing exercises and meditation, breakfast, Teaching 2, pack and drive towards Punakha
PM: Lunch at Dochula, meditation, drive to Punakha
Thimphu - Punakha: 74km (2hrs)
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AM: Visit majestic Punakha Dzong, drive to Bumthang, Lunch at Drukwilling Waterfall Cafe on route
PM: Arrive Bumthang, free time to rest
Punakha - Bumthang: 215km (6hrs)
Highlights
AM: Early morning drive to Mebar Tsho lake, morning puja and tshog offering, packed breakfast, meditation around lake
PM: Jambay Lhakhang butterlamp offering, meditation/circumumbulation/recital of mantras for remainder of day at Jambay Lhakhang
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AM: Early morning to Kurje Lhakhang for tshog offering, breakfast, meditation/circumumbulation/recital of mantras
PM: Teaching 3, free time for relaxation
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AM: Take a domestic flight back to Paro / drive
Full Day on the road
Flight from BUM-PARO (USD 185)Bumthang - Paro: 310km (8.30hrs)
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Full Day: Tigers Nest Hike (2hrs uphill), prayerflag hoisting with prayers, meditation at taktsang, lunch at half point cafe
Traditional Herbal Hot Stone Bath in the evening
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AM: Morning butterlamp offering at Kyichu Lhakhang, breakfast, Teaching 4, meditation/circumumbulation/recital of mantras
PM: Free time to explore town, shopping, tea at Tara Monastery overlooking Paro valley
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Hotel checkout and departure
Starting from $900 per person
INCLUDED :
- Accommodation at 3*/3* Superior Hotels
- Half Board
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Private vehicle transfers
- Entrance Fees to attractions
- Activities as per itinerary
EXCLUDED :
Meals & Drinks (at restaurants unless otherwise stated)
Flights
Insurance
Anything not mentioned in inclusions
SDF payable to the government ($200/person/night)
- Visa fee $40 per person
*** Disclaimer:
For Indian Nationals, SDF fees are INR.1200/person/night. Please contact us for applicable price.