3-Day Namobuddha Monastery Journey for Spiritual Growth
Highlights
Kathmandu
nature, wellness, architectural
Group Tour
3 Days
Medium
English, Russian
Description
Experience a transformative 3-day spiritual retreat at Namobuddha Monastery, one of Nepal’s most sacred Buddhist sites. Immerse yourself in monastic life as you join daily meditation, chanting, and prayer sessions with resident monks. Enjoy scenic hikes through peaceful countryside, explore ancient legends of compassion, and savour wholesome vegetarian meals prepared with mindfulness. Surrounded by Himalayan views and serene energy, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity for inner peace, reflection, and a deeper connection with Buddhist philosophy.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel and Hike to Namobuddha Monastery
- Begin your journey with a morning pickup from your hotel in Kathmandu.
- Drive through scenic countryside along the Araniko Highway, passing traditional Newari villages and terraced farmlands.
- Arrive at Dhulikhel and enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges.
- Embark on a gentle hike from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha through local settlements and lush greenery.
- Arrive at Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery and check into your monastic accommodation.
- Enjoy a freshly prepared vegetarian lunch made from organic local produce.
- Attend an evening chanting session with monks, followed by guided meditation.
Overnight stay inside the monastery.
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Day 2: Spiritual Exploration, Meditation, and Monastic Life
- Wake up early to join the monks for morning chanting and meditation inside the prayer hall.
- Enjoy a wholesome vegetarian breakfast in the monastery’s dining hall.
- Take a guided monastery tour to learn about the sacred legend of Prince Mahasattva and the symbolic Buddhist architecture.
- Participate in daily monastic routines and meditation practices such as Samatha (focused breathing) and mantra chanting.
- Relish a nutritious vegetarian lunch prepared in the monastery kitchen.
- Spend the afternoon reflecting, reading spiritual texts, or meditating in peaceful gardens.
- Take part in evening prayer sessions and mindfulness meditation.
Overnight stay in Namobuddha Monastery.
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Day 3: Morning Reflection and Return to Kathmandu
- Begin your morning with a walk around the monastery grounds and enjoy the sunrise over the Himalayan foothills.
- Join the monks for one final chanting and meditation session.
- Share a farewell vegetarian breakfast with fellow guests and express gratitude for the experience.
- Visit nearby sacred stupas, prayer flags, and symbolic statues for quiet reflection.
- Depart from Namobuddha and drive back to Kathmandu through scenic rural landscapes.
- Arrive in Kathmandu by late afternoon, marking the end of your spiritual retreat.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
| Adult | |
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 6 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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