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Roundtrips Itinerary Meditation Journey In Nepal & Bhutan We start the first 6 days of the Pilgrimage Journey in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal, where we explore the sacred sites of Swayambhu, Pharping, Namo Buddha and Boudha Stupa – listed to be some of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage spots in the world. After becoming acquainted with the Nepali Buddhist cultures of the Himalayan region, we travel to the other sacred Buddhist land of Bhutan. Here we spend 8 days, embarking on a journey where we get to both observe and learn about the spiritual heritage of Bhutan, as much as taking time to practice ourselves and take in the many blessings of this place. Day - 2 Boudha FULL DAY IN BOUDHA (B, L, D) Morning meditation session followed by breakfast. We have our introduction session to Buddhist philosophy before lunch. After lunch and a rest, we walk to the Boudha Stupa and Shechen Monastery, the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Kathmandu. We get to visit Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche’s meditation room, the founder of Shechen Monastery and one of the greatest Tibetan Buddhist masters of out time. We have dinner in Boudha and overnight at the guesthouse. Overnight: Boudha www.roundtrips.global [email protected] Roundtrips Itinerary Inclusions Exclusions 14 nights in your chosen accomodation International flights Return flight between Kathmandu & Paro Meals other than mentioned in itinerary Meal as specified in itinerary Tours and Excursions other than mentioned in itinerary (B = Breakfast, BR = Brunch, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) Early check-in and late check-out at hotels ALL MEALS ARE VEGETARIAN MEALS Personal travel insurance Activities and excursions according to itinerary Personal expenses and tips for driver/guides Visa fees FOR EXAMPLE: - Hike in Shivapuri National Park & visit Nagi Gompa nunnery - Stay in a beautifully located cottage resort in the Shivapuri National Park - Visit to Bhutan - one of the most well preserved shangri-las of the Himalayan region - Hike up to Tiger's Nest - one of the most sacred Buddhist sites of Bhutan - Daily Dharma talks & introduction to meditation - Notebook for journaling during the pilgrimage Tours and excursions in mini buses/buses or with public transportation according to itinerary English speaking tour guide Admission fees according to itinerary www.roundtrips.global [email protected].

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