Meditation in the Monastery
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A deeply immersive retreat focused on traditional Buddhist meditation practices within historic Ladakhi monasteries. This program offers a chance to connect with monastic life and practice mindfulness in a serene setting.
Day 1 : Arrival in Leh & Rest
- Distance & Duration (Acclimatization Day)
- Elevation3,500m
- Special Highlights: Arrival in Leh and transfer to the retreat center. The day is dedicated to rest and acclimatization to the high altitude.
Arrival in Leh and transfer to the retreat center. The day is dedicated to rest and acclimatization to the high altitude.
Day 2 : Orientation and Meditation at Thiksey Monastery
- Distance & Duration: 40 km | 4-5 hours
- Elevation3,600m
- Special Highlights: Visit the picturesque Thiksey Monastery, known for its resemblance to the Potala Palace.
Visit the picturesque Thiksey Monastery, known for its resemblance to the Potala Palace. Engage in a guided meditation session with monks and learn the basics of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy.
Day 3 : Monastic Retreat at Hemis Monastery
- Distance & Duration:45 km | 6-7 hours (Total for travel and sessions)
- Elevation : 3,800m
- Special Highlights: A three-day immersive retreat at Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh.
A three-day immersive retreat at Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh. Participate in traditional Buddhist chants, guided Vipassana meditation, and discussions with senior monks.
Day 4 : Monastic Retreat at Hemis Monastery
- Distance & Duration:45 km | 6-7 hours (Total for travel and sessions)
- Elevation : 3,800m
- Special Highlights: A three-day immersive retreat at Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh.
A three-day immersive retreat at Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh. Participate in traditional Buddhist chants, guided Vipassana meditation, and discussions with senior monks.
Day 5 : Monastic Retreat at Hemis Monastery
- Distance & Duration:45 km | 6-7 hours (Total for travel and sessions)
- Elevation : 3,800m
- Special Highlights: A three-day immersive retreat at Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh.
A three-day immersive retreat at Hemis Monastery, the largest and wealthiest monastery in Ladakh. Participate in traditional Buddhist chants, guided Vipassana meditation, and discussions with senior monks.
Day 6 : Visit Tso Moriri for Silent Retreat
- Distance & Duration:220 km | 6-7 hours
- Elevation : 4,522m
- Special Highlights: Travel to the stunning high-altitude Tso Moriri Lake.
Travel to the stunning high-altitude Tso Moriri Lake. Experience a day of silent retreat by the lake, practicing mindfulness and deep meditation in nature's lap.
Day 7 : Return to Leh & Reflection
- Distance & Duration:220 km | 6-7 hours
- Elevation : 3,500m
- Special Highlights: Drive back to Leh, engaging in introspective discussions and self-reflection. Free evening to explore local markets.
Drive back to Leh, engaging in introspective discussions and self-reflection. Free evening to explore local markets.
Day 8 : Farewell & Departure from Leh
- Distance & Duration: N/A
- Special Highlights: Closing meditation session and a farewell gathering before departure, marking the conclusion of a deeply enriching retreat.
Closing meditation session and a farewell gathering before departure, marking the conclusion of a deeply enriching retreat.