Detailed Description

About the Activity:
Day 1: Delhi

          We greet you at airport then transfer you into the heart of Delhi. As you whizz your way across the city you will get to experience the Indian way of life that is totally unique! Sometimes people want to arrive on an earlier date to rest and have time in Delhi before the drive up to Dharamsala, we accommodate that also and are happy to assist such requests.

Day 2: Dharamsala

          Early morning drive to Mcleodganj, the scenic town that rests in the foothills of the Himalayas. This is the home to the Dalai Lama in exile and is also known as ‘Little Lhasa’. We will reside in that general area for the duration of our tour. Believe us when we say you won’t want to leave this Shangri-La! We travel up there by private transfer (approx 12 hours), then check into our hotel. If you would prefer you can also fly from Delhi to Dharamsala and meet us when we get there, it is a one hour flight. We can arrange a car to greet you and take you to the hotel.

Day 3: Buddhist Retreat

          In the morning we will do a walking meditation around the scenic circle of the Dalai Lama’s home known locally as the ‘Kora’ as we get acquainted with the local Tibetan culture. Check out of our hotel and transfer to the nearby peaceful Buddhist meditation centre up in the hills of Mcleodganj. This place is quiet, surrounded by trees and hillside views with Buddhist stupas scattered about the grounds for you to stumble upon as you take a stroll. The 10-day Introduction to Buddhism meditation retreat starts that afternoon.

Day 4 to Day 9: Buddhist Retreat

          Introduction to Buddhism silent meditation retreat. Yes we did say silent, are you ready to go inside and meet your Buddha nature?

Day 10: Buddhist Retreat

          Final day of retreat. Check out between 1pm and 3pm.  Transfer by local taxi to McLeod Ganj town centre. Even the town centre has beautiful buildings such as the temple seen here in this photo. Rest of the day at your well deserved leisure.

Day 11 to Day 15: Cultural Exchange Program.

          This involves pairing off with a ‘Mutual Learning Partner’, a Tibetan English language student from the charity Lha who will share stories about their lives and experiences. They will take you to visit their homes, meet members of their family and make friends in the Tibetan refugee community. There will also be talks delivered by guest speakers about the political situation in Tibet. Lha also offers classes on Tibetan language & Tibetan cooking which you can partake in if you wish.

Day 16: Full day at leisure.

          There is tons to do in the wonderful Dharamsala and we have many suggestions to share. Or you may just want to take it easy and journal as you simply spend time in reflection.

Day 17: Dalai Lama Teachings

          Attend the 1st day of teachings by His Holiness 14th Dalai Lama on Tsongkhapa’s Three Principal Paths (lamtso namsum) & Tsongkhapa’s Foundation of All Good Qualities (yonten shekyurma) amongst nuns, monks and devotees from all over the world. Early evening we will attend our own private Green Tara puja held especially for us. Green Tara is particularly helpful for any areas of your life you need swift action in so come with your intentions prepared!

Day 18: Dalai Lama Teachings

          Attend the 2nd day of teachings by His Holiness 14th Dalai Lama on Tsongkhapa’s Three Principal Paths (lamtso namsum) & Tsongkhapa’s Foundation of All Good Qualities (yonten shekyurma) amongst nuns, monks and devotees from all over the world.

Day 19: Dalai Lama Teachings

          Attend a morning of teachings by His Holiness 14th Dalai Lama on Tsongkhapa’s Three Principal Paths (lamtso namsum) & Tsongkhapa’s Foundation of All Good Qualities (yonten shekyurma) amongst nuns, monks and devotees from all over the world. That afternoon we will do a prayer flag puja. This involves writing names on prayer flags and hanging them in auspicious places which is believed to blow all fears away. The perfect ending to a heart-warming trip that we believe will stay with you and impact you & your loved ones for many years to come.

Day 20: Delhi

          We drive back down to Delhi by private transfer (approx 12 hours). Over night stay in Delhi.

Day 21: Delhi

          Exchange contact details with your new global family and then transfers for individual travel arrangements. For later departures we can arrange for you to attend a morning tour ‘Street Life by Street Children’ where you will be taken into the realities of local Delhi life by its most vulnerable people and in doing so, you will be supporting them.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Cost Includes

English speaking host for duration of trip

Transfers to and from Delhi international airport

Transfers from Delhi to McLeod Ganj and back to Delhi by car

Transfers from McLeod Ganj to Buddhist Meditation Centre and back

2 nights accommodation in Delhi (sharing unless single room requested)

11 nights bed & breakfast in McCleod Ganj (sharing unless single room requested)

8 nights dormitory accommodation at the Tushita Meditation Centre

Suggested donations by Buddhist Meditation Center to cover cost of dorm accommodation and food. The food provided is dinner on day 1, 3 meals day 2 to 7, and breakfast and picnic lunch on day 8 of the retreat

Dinner evenings of Cultural exchange program

Breakfast & lunch when traveling on day 2 & 20

Cost Excludes

Personal expenses

Visa and passport fees

Travel insurance

International & domestic flights

Train fares

Airport transfers, taxes and excess baggage unless specified

Meals other than those specified

Optional activities and sightseeing

Tips

Donation for Street Life by Street Kids tour

Applicable Date:

This tour will start from 16th Nov to 6th Dec

Pricing Details:

Usual Price: £ 2430 / INR Rs. 206550/- *

(* Prices in INR are suggestive, actual Price will be £ 2430, kindly confirm the exact INR value as per exchange Rate while Booking)

Late Price: £ 2630 / INR Rs. 223550/- *

(* Prices in INR are suggestive, actual Price will be £ 2630, kindly confirm the exact INR value as per exchange Rate while Booking)