The kingdom of Bhutan is known as a country filled with hidden lands that hold spiritual meaning and symbolism. We look forward to exploring with you this long awaited journey to the glorious country of Bhutan.
Locations: Kathmandu, Nepal + Bhutan
Teachers/Facilitators: Betty & Kevan & Jamie
Nepal Itinerary | 2 Nights | March 4th to March 6th, 2024
Bhutan Itinerary | 6 Days| March 6th to March 11th, 2024
Kathmandu | 1 night March 11th and Spend March 12th all day in Patan
Depart KTM March 12th 2024 in the middle of the night (actually March 13th at 2 am)
please purchase the following tickets:
Recommended Airlines Qatar Airlines
Departure
Sat, 02 Mar 2024 21:50 BOS
Arrive KTM Mon, 04 Mar 2024 09:00 (+2) KTM
24h 25m
1 stop(s)in Doha
Return Wed, 13 Mar 2024 at 02:35 KTM
Arrive Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:10 BOS
23h 20m
Where will this take place: Kathmandu, Nepal and Bhutan
Who may attend? All are welcome to join this long awaited retreat and unforgettable journey to the spiritual land of Bhutan.
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend travel insurance for all retreats. If you are looking for a company we suggest World Nomad. We are not affiliated with the company we have just heard good things from retreat participants who have used their services.
All prices are per person.
Shared room in luxury hotel: $6,495
Single room in luxury hotel: $8,495
What is included:
Your retreat fee includes transportation once you arrive in Nepal+Bhutan, two to three meals a day, yoga, meditation and the activities scheduled including those listed above.
Itinerary
March 4th 2024
Morning Arrival to Kathmandu | Transport to Patan Inn
March 5th | Yoga + Day Activities to Explore Patan | Visit old town Kathmandu
Relax and Prepare for Bhutan
March 6th 2024 | Morning Arrival in Paro and drive direct to Punakha (3 hrs drive)
Fly on the wings of the Dragon to Bhutan, on arrival in Paro International Airport, complete the immigration formalities and exit through only one arrival gate where our dedicated team will welcome you with khaddar and proceed to Punakha, Bhutan and its glorious Countryside.
Overnight in Densa Luxury Resort Punakha, altitude 1350m
March 7th, 2024 | Punakha sightseeing
Punakha is often referred as second capital having best Dzong of Bhutan. Punakha has the perfect place to awaken the nature lover, take in the splendid views of the Himalayas and listen to the sounds of the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu rivers that simply soak up the serene beauty of this gorgeous valley. Overnight in Densa Luxury Resort Punakha
March 8th 2024 | Punakha to Paro via Thimphu
As we proceed to Paro, the entire stretch of drive will refresh your mind and give you second chance to enjoy the great snowcapped mountain views of the Himalayas from Dochula.
Visit the massive statue of Shakyamuni measures in at a height of 150 feet making it one of the largest statues of Buddha in the world. Explore the tiny town of Tiny Paro town . Overnight in Spirit Sanctuary, altitude 6600 feet.
March 9th 2024 | Tiger Nest Temple
The name Taktsang translates to “The Tiger’s Nest”. This temple is
one of the holiest sites in the kingdom and clings impossibly to a sheer cliff face 2700 feet above the Paro Valley. It was first built in 1692 at a cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated in the 7th century A.D. Legend states that Guru Rinpoche flew to the site atop the back of a tigress and meditated in the cave for 3 years, 3 months, 3 days, and 3 hours in order to subdue evil demons residing within it. The cave has been considered a sacred site ever since and many famous yogis have traveled to meditate in it.
Overnight at Spirit Sanctuary Hotel
March 10th, 2024 | Day 05: Optional Visit the Vajrayogini temple at Chumphug Ney or relax in hotel. Visit to Chumphu Nye takes 5 hours walk from the road point.
Overnight at Spirit Sanctuary
March 11th 2024 Return by plane to Kathmandu, Nepal
March 12th Day in Patan- Kathmandu, Nepal
Depart 2 am on March 13th
FLIGHTS
Depart Qatar Airways March 2nd
Please Arrive in KTM before 10 am on March 4th
Depart KTM late night March 12th or early early am March 13th
What's Not Included
Transportation to Kathmandu or Bhutan are not included.
What types of things are not included in my retreat participation fee?
Travel
We recommend flying via Qatar Airlines or Emirates with one stop to Kathmandu.
We will arrange the flights from Kathmandu to Paro, Bhutan 6 months before retreat begins. We will let you know the cost at the time.
Transportation to Kathmandu or Bhutan are not included.
Fly into Kathmandu, Nepal departing Boston on March 2nd 2024 and arriving to KTM on March 4th, 2024.
Fly into Kathmandu, Nepal departing Boston on March 2nd 2024 and arriving to KTM on March 4th, 2024. Return on late evening Flight March 12th 2024 (early am March 13th)
Return on late evening Flight March 12th 2024
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