Spiritual Retreat in Bhutan

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Paro

• Arrive at Paro International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
• Meet with your guide and receive an introduction to your spiritual retreat program.
• Rest and acclimatize to the altitude.
• Optional evening meditation session to set intentions for the retreat.
• Overnight stay in Paro.

Day 2: Paro – Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) Hike

• Early morning hike to the iconic Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest.
• Participate in a guided meditation session amidst the serene surroundings of the monastery.
• Descend back to Paro and visit the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of Bhutan’s oldest and most sacred temples.
• Evening discussion on the significance of pilgrimage and sacred sites in Buddhism.
• Overnight stay in Paro.

Day 3: Paro – Thimphu

• Transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
• Visit the National Memorial Chorten and participate in a group meditation session.
• Explore Thimphu town and visit the Traditional Arts and Crafts School to learn about Bhutanese traditional arts.
• Evening lecture on Buddhist philosophy and the Four Noble Truths.
• Overnight stay in Thimphu.

Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha

• Drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan.
• Visit the Punakha Dzong, situated at the confluence of the Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers.
• Participate in a meditation session in the tranquil surroundings of the dzong.
• Explore the Punakha Valley and engage in walking meditation amidst nature.
• Overnight stay in Punakha.

Day 5: Punakha – Phobjikha Valley

• Travel to the Phobjikha Valley, a designated conservation area and winter habitat for the endangered black-necked cranes.
• Visit the Gangtey Monastery and participate in a meditation session led by resident monks.
• Take a nature walk through the valley, observing the rich biodiversity and pristine landscapes.
• Evening discussion on the practice of mindfulness in everyday life.
• Overnight stay in Phobjikha Valley.

Day 6: Phobjikha Valley – Paro

• Return to Paro, stopping at Dochula Pass for panoramic views of the Himalayas.
• Visit the Druk Wangyal Lhakhang and participate in a meditation session amidst the mountain scenery.
• Optional visit to a traditional Bhutanese herbal medicine clinic for healing treatments.
• Farewell dinner with your retreat companions, reflecting on your spiritual journey.
• Overnight stay in Paro.

Day 7: Departure from Paro

• Transfer to Paro International Airport for your onward journey.
• End of Spiritual Retreat in Bhutan.