Passos Butao Lab 4 Full
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From 14 March to 13 April 2027
Summary Itinerary
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Detailed Itinerary
Flight
Market
Coming from Nepal with two days in Thimphu
Today we say goodbye to Nepal for a few days for a flight that will follow the highest mountains on our planet, the Himalayas, towards Paro airport, in Bhutan. Weather permitting, we will see some of the few mountains taller than 8 thousand meters of altitude across the planet, including Everest.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to find out. We will continue with our vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approx. 1:30 am. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese. We will be able to walk at the end of the day and visit the city market.
Coming from India, for example, with a day in Thimphu.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to know. We will continue our journey by vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bhutanese.
In Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641. In its lakhang, a hall for practice and meditation, we find some of the most beautiful statues and paintings of Nalanda or Mahayana Vajrayana Buddhism. If we have some time left, we can visit the city market.
Flight:
Memorial Chorten
Buddha Point
School of Art
Tashichho Dzong
We will enjoy our entire day in Thimphu. After breakfast, we will perform some koras with the Bhutanese people around the King's Memorial Chorten (stupa in Tibetan languages), conceived by the country's third king, the 'father of modern Bhutan', in the name of world peace and prosperity. Continuing our tour, we will visit the large Kunsel Phodrang statue, or Buddha Point, from where we will have a view of the Thimphu valley. Next, we will visit Zorig Chusum, the traditional Bhutanese school of painting, weaving, and carpentry, where students study art in a 6-year course. In the late afternoon, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641.
Flight
Market
Coming from Nepal with two days in Thimphu
Today we say goodbye to Nepal for a few days for a flight that will follow the highest mountains on our planet, the Himalayas, towards Paro airport, in Bhutan. Weather permitting, we will see some of the few mountains taller than 8 thousand meters of altitude across the planet, including Everest.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to find out. We will continue with our vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approx. 1:30 am. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese. We will be able to walk at the end of the day and visit the city market.
Coming from India, for example, with a day in Thimphu.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to know. We will continue our journey by vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bhutanese.
In Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641. In its lakhang, a hall for practice and meditation, we find some of the most beautiful statues and paintings of Nalanda or Mahayana Vajrayana Buddhism. If we have some time left, we can visit the city market.
Flight:
Memorial Chorten
Buddha Point
School of Art
Tashichho Dzong
We will enjoy our entire day in Thimphu. After breakfast, we will perform some koras with the Bhutanese people around the King's Memorial Chorten (stupa in Tibetan languages), conceived by the country's third king, the 'father of modern Bhutan', in the name of world peace and prosperity. Continuing our tour, we will visit the large Kunsel Phodrang statue, or Buddha Point, from where we will have a view of the Thimphu valley. Next, we will visit Zorig Chusum, the traditional Bhutanese school of painting, weaving, and carpentry, where students study art in a 6-year course. In the late afternoon, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641.
Dochula pass
Chimi Lhakhang
Nunnery
Today we will continue our journey from Thimphu to Punakha, through the Dochula Pass, with its 3080m altitude. Dochula Pass, where there are many stupas and prayer flags, offers a beautiful view of the mountains on clear days. After crossing the pass and having lunch, on the way, we will walk approx. 1 hour between rice plantations and villages to Chimi Lhakhang, monastery of a great master of crazy wisdom, known as the Temple of Fertility. Locals say that to get pregnant, just pray at this temple! We will be able to read some of his texts.
Just before arriving in Punakha, visit the nunnery Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang, full of beautiful statues of Avalokiteshvara, Guru Rinpoche, Buddha, 21 Taras, among others. The nunnery, in addition to being a high-quality Dharma teaching institution, also offers classes in weaving, thangkha (painting) and statue making.
Arrival at the hotel for dinner and rest.
Khamsum Chorten
Rafting (optional extra)
Punakha Dzong
We have another very special day. In the morning, a walk through the pepper and rice plantations, next to the Mo Chhu River, to the special chörten Khamsum. Built to remove negative forces, promote peace, stability and harmony in this impermanent world. At the top of this hill, we will have a very beautiful view of the entire Punakha valley, with its Female and Male rivers, as their names are in Dzongkha, the language of Bhutan.
As an optional (extra) tour, we can take a very pleasant rafting trip along the calm waters of the river that runs alongside the city's Dzong.
In the afternoon, we will visit Punakha Dzong, the Palace of Great Happiness. Built at the junction of the Phochu and Mochu rivers in 1637, it was the seat of government and religion in the past. Return to the hotel for a good dinner.
A car trip back to Paro, the valley we arrived in by plane.
Dochula pass
Chimi Lhakhang
Nunnery
Today we will continue our journey from Thimphu to Punakha, through the Dochula Pass, with its 3080m altitude. Dochula Pass, where there are many stupas and prayer flags, offers a beautiful view of the mountains on clear days. After crossing the pass and having lunch, on the way, we will walk approx. 1 hour between rice plantations and villages to Chimi Lhakhang, monastery of a great master of crazy wisdom, known as the Temple of Fertility. Locals say that to get pregnant, just pray at this temple! We will be able to read some of his texts.
Just before arriving in Punakha, visit the nunnery Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang, full of beautiful statues of Avalokiteshvara, Guru Rinpoche, Buddha, 21 Taras, among others. The nunnery, in addition to being a high-quality Dharma teaching institution, also offers classes in weaving, thangkha (painting) and statue making.
Arrival at the hotel for dinner and rest.
Khamsum Chorten
Rafting (optional extra)
Punakha Dzong
We have another very special day. In the morning, a walk through the pepper and rice plantations, next to the Mo Chhu River, to the special chörten Khamsum. Built to remove negative forces, promote peace, stability and harmony in this impermanent world. At the top of this hill, we will have a very beautiful view of the entire Punakha valley, with its Female and Male rivers, as their names are in Dzongkha, the language of Bhutan.
As an optional (extra) tour, we can take a very pleasant rafting trip along the calm waters of the river that runs alongside the city's Dzong.
In the afternoon, we will visit Punakha Dzong, the Palace of Great Happiness. Built at the junction of the Phochu and Mochu rivers in 1637, it was the seat of government and religion in the past. Return to the hotel for a good dinner.
A car trip back to Paro, the valley we arrived in by plane.
National museum
Rinpung Dzong
Time to return to Paro, the city where we landed in Bhutan, to first visit the very interesting National Museum, where we can learn more about Bhutanese culture, its history, flora, and rich fauna. From the museum, we'll then go to the Paro Dzong, with its beautiful panels and views of the city. We'll continue into the city where we can enjoy the market, including buying dried fruits, chocolate, flags, and incense for our special walk tomorrow!
Walk
Taktshang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
Gkyichu Lhakhang
Today is the big day of the beautiful and special walk to the Taktshang Monastery, the most famous in Bhutan encrusted in a rock, where Guru Rinpoche arrived there on the back of a tigress and meditated for a while. We will be able to visit and sit for a few moments in front of the cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated. That's why it's called the Tiger's Nest, the most sacred temple in Bhutan. At least once a year the Bhutanese visit it. Walk will be up to approx. 4 hours, with a stop for a few minutes' rest at a café halfway. The return is calmer.
On the way back to the city, we will visit the very important Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 monasteries from the XNUMXth century, built by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. The construction of this temple marks the beginning of Buddhism in Bhutan. It will be a very special way to end our days in Bhutan. A good meal and preparations for the flight tomorrow.
Flight
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and farewell to the driver and guide who accompanied us all day in Bhutan.
Delhi
Return flight to Delhi, probably (varies from flight to flight and time of year) with a stop at Kathmandu airport for some passengers to disembark and others to board. On this flight we see the 9 Himalayan mountains over 8 meters high. There are only 14 mountains in the world on this list. The other five are in the neighboring Karakoram mountain range. In order on the flight: Kangchenjunga on the border between India and Nepal (3rd with 8586m), Makalu (5th with 8485m) already in Nepal, Lhotse next to Everest (4th with 8516m), Everest (1st with 8850m), Cho Oyu right after (6th with 8188m). After Kathmandu: Shishapangma further into Tibet (14th with 8027m), Manaslu closer, in Nepal (8th with 8163m), Annapurna I next (10th with 8091m) and Dhaulagiri (7th with 8167m).
Kathmandu
Flying back to our good sort of home now, Kathmandu. If the sky is clear we will see some of the Himalayan mountains over 8 meters high. There are only 14 mountains in the world on this list. The other five are in the neighboring mountain range region, the Karakoram. In order on the flight: Kangchenjunga on the border between India and Nepal (3rd at 8586m), Makalu (5th at 8485m) already in Nepal, Lhotse next to Everest (4th at 8516m), Everest (1st at 8850m) and Cho Oyu soon after (6th at 8188m).
National museum
Rinpung Dzong
Time to return to Paro, the city where we landed in Bhutan, to first visit the very interesting National Museum, where we can learn more about Bhutanese culture, its history, flora, and rich fauna. From the museum, we'll then go to the Paro Dzong, with its beautiful panels and views of the city. We'll continue into the city where we can enjoy the market, including buying dried fruits, chocolate, flags, and incense for our special walk tomorrow!
Walk
Taktshang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
Gkyichu Lhakhang
Today is the big day of the beautiful and special walk to the Taktshang Monastery, the most famous in Bhutan encrusted in a rock, where Guru Rinpoche arrived there on the back of a tigress and meditated for a while. We will be able to visit and sit for a few moments in front of the cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated. That's why it's called the Tiger's Nest, the most sacred temple in Bhutan. At least once a year the Bhutanese visit it. Walk will be up to approx. 4 hours, with a stop for a few minutes' rest at a café halfway. The return is calmer.
On the way back to the city, we will visit the very important Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 monasteries from the XNUMXth century, built by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. The construction of this temple marks the beginning of Buddhism in Bhutan. It will be a very special way to end our days in Bhutan. A good meal and preparations for the flight tomorrow.
Flight
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and farewell to the driver and guide who accompanied us all day in Bhutan.
Delhi
Return flight to Delhi, probably (varies from flight to flight and time of year) with a stop at Kathmandu airport for some passengers to disembark and others to board. On this flight we see the 9 Himalayan mountains over 8 meters high. There are only 14 mountains in the world on this list. The other five are in the neighboring Karakoram mountain range. In order on the flight: Kangchenjunga on the border between India and Nepal (3rd with 8586m), Makalu (5th with 8485m) already in Nepal, Lhotse next to Everest (4th with 8516m), Everest (1st with 8850m), Cho Oyu right after (6th with 8188m). After Kathmandu: Shishapangma further into Tibet (14th with 8027m), Manaslu closer, in Nepal (8th with 8163m), Annapurna I next (10th with 8091m) and Dhaulagiri (7th with 8167m).
Kathmandu
Flying back to our good sort of home now, Kathmandu. If the sky is clear we will see some of the Himalayan mountains over 8 meters high. There are only 14 mountains in the world on this list. The other five are in the neighboring mountain range region, the Karakoram. In order on the flight: Kangchenjunga on the border between India and Nepal (3rd at 8586m), Makalu (5th at 8485m) already in Nepal, Lhotse next to Everest (4th at 8516m), Everest (1st at 8850m) and Cho Oyu soon after (6th at 8188m).
Free afternoon
Free day
We will check the city's cultural agenda for the days in Delhi, as a possibility of a special activity, where great artists from the country perform.
Flight:
Flight
Flights
The day has arrived! Going to Galeão (GIG) and Guarulhos (GRU) in night of October 20, Sunday, for a flight in the early hours of October 21st. Very good flight!
As a rule, airlines in other Brazilian cities require you to check in your checked bag all the way to your final destination, in our case, Delhi. Talking to check-in supervisors at different airlines in Guarulhos, they explained that sometimes the airline systems at different airports in Brazil can't handle check-in all the way to your final destination. Other times, the person checking you in doesn't know how to check in all the way to your final destination. So, talk to the person checking you in; if necessary, call the supervisor and see if you can arrange for your bag to be checked through to your final destination. If that's not possible, no problem. We usually arrive at T2 in Guarulhos, pick up our bag, and continue (a 15-minute walk) to T3. It was also a breeze. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived! You will probably be heading to the airport for your flight this morning, depending on your city, route and flight combination. We will see together what will work best for your arrival! Guilherme will be in touch from the moment you arrive at the airport until your arrival in Delhi. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived! You will probably be heading to the airport for your flight this morning, depending on your city, route and flight combination. We will see together what will work best for your arrival! Guilherme will be in touch from the moment you arrive at the airport until your arrival in Kathmandu. Have a great flight!
The day has come to come to India, or Arya Bhumi as Rinpoche calls it, Land of the Nobles, Land of Buddha. Time to go to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) early this morning. Have a great flight!
The day has come to come to India, or Arya Bhumi as Rinpoche calls it, Land of the Nobles, Land of Buddha. Time to go to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) early this morning. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived to come to India. Heading to Heathrow Airport (LHR). Terminal 5. Great flight!
Connection at Istanbul airport.
Have a good boarding of yours flight in São Paulo (GRU) and connecting in Doha. More information about the connection at Doha case help at this link: here
This is a day that travellers always request. After visiting all the regions of our trip together, already being familiar with Kathmandu, a day to enjoy our Tibetan neighborhood, take a walk around the city, go somewhere we haven't been yet, return with more time to one or more places that We visited, having already met and now being able to enjoy a coffee, review a museum, buy a few things, these are possibilities that are always very welcome by our friends, fellow travellers. Count on our support, of course, and enjoy your day in Nepal!
We will see how the group wants to best enjoy the day. We have some suggestions like a walk around the valley. We will listen to how each Traveller prefers to enjoy the day so we can think about how it will be better for the group, to enjoy the whole day together or if some Travellers prefer to have our support for more independent activities.
After all the preparations have been well taken care of over the last few months, it's time to go to the airport for the flights to Nepal!
We have our hotel available until approx. noon in the morning. So, you can choose to fly back home that night, early morning or tomorrow. It's always quite comfortable to go to the airport while we still have our room available to rest, pack our bags and take a shower.
We hope you enjoyed your travel days. May you have great flights back home and come back soon!
Going to the airport could have been the night before, as explained above, this morning or today, depending on your preference. Very good flights! See you soon!
Regarding times and days, flights normally leave Guarulhos SP (GRU) early in the morning, around 1 or 2am that night. Therefore, anyone traveling to São Paulo from other states must make their domestic flight the day before. And anyone going to GRU by car must go to the airport the night before. Guilherme will certainly contact you before you go to the airport and will be available when you arrive at the airport to see if you need any help, making sure you are arriving with complete peace of mind. Have a great flight and see you soon!
If your flight is today, have a great flight!
Taj Mahal
Flight
Train
Aarti Ceremony
Ganges Sunrise
Sarnath
Durga temple
Benare Universitys
Walk through the ghats
End of free day
Free afternoon
FIRST DAY
General
Today we will visit one of the oldest cities in the world still alive today. After breakfast, we will head to Delhi airport for our flight. flight to Varanasi. Transfer to our hotel and check-in. Time to freshen up in our rooms and then explore the old part of the city, walking through its alleys, ghats on the banks of the Ganges and through a ceremony ancient. The fire puja or Aarti Puja, conducted by Brahmins (a caste of Hindu priests) and hundreds of pilgrims from all over India on the banks of the sacred Ganges, is full of music, symbols, mantras, smells, lots of devotion and, for those who study the sacred scriptures, a very deep and sophisticated knowledge about the functioning of the human mind. Time to return to our hotel, with all these impressions, practically the same ones that both Hindu saints and yogis, as well as Buddha Sakyamuni himself, had in this same place during their walks, training periods and teachings. A good rest for a special start to the day, very early tomorrow.
General with 3 days in VNS
Today we will visit one of the oldest cities in the world still alive today. After breakfast, we will head to Delhi airport for our flight. flight to Varanasi. Transfer to our hotel and check-in. Time to freshen up in our rooms and then explore the old part of the city, walking through its alleys, ghats on the banks of the Ganges and through a ceremony Ancient. The fire puja, or Aarti Puja, led by Brahmins (a Hindu priestly caste) and hundreds of pilgrims from all over India on the banks of the sacred Ganges, is filled with music, symbols, mantras, scents, intense devotion, and, for those who study sacred scriptures, a profound and sophisticated understanding of the workings of the human mind. It's time to return to our hotel, with all these impressions—practically the same ones that Hindu saints and yogis, including Buddha Shakyamuni himself, experienced at this very spot during their walks, training periods, and teachings.
Tips on the morning tour:
Suggestion: Get a good rest today, not staying up too late, so you can watch the sunrise on the Ganges very early tomorrow morning. Besides the possibility of beautiful light, it's when the pilgrims perform their pujas at the ghats, which is very beautiful to see from the boat. To calculate our departure time from the hotel, we used two main pieces of information: the sunrise time in Varanasi that day (here) and how far the car can go at this time of day (varies a lot from month to month so we asked the guide) so how long will we walk (maximum 5 to 10 min). With this information:
– Sunrise time is a good time to be on the boat, that is, start a boat trip 10 to 15 minutes before sunrise.
It's approximately a 20-minute drive from the hotel to the main ghat (or Dasaswamedh Ghat) very early in the morning, plus the walk, if any.
After sunrise we return to the hotel for breakfast and then we go to Sarnath (the hotel is already halfway there).
General 2
Depending on your flight arrival time and traffic, you might have time to attend the Aarti ceremony in the early evening. If your flight is delayed or you prefer to rest because you started the day very early today and attend tomorrow, that's also a good option. If you have time and prefer, after transferring to our hotel and checking in, it's time to explore the old part of the city through an ancient ceremony. The fire puja, or Aarti Puja, conducted by Brahmins (the Hindu priestly caste) and hundreds of pilgrims from all over India on the banks of the sacred Ganges, is full of music, symbols, mantras, scents, deep devotion, and, for those who study the sacred scriptures, a profound and sophisticated understanding of the workings of the human mind. Time to return to our hotel with all these impressions, practically the same ones that Hindu saints and yogis, including Buddha Shakyamuni himself, had in this same place during their walks, training periods, and teachings. A good rest for a special start to the day, very early tomorrow.
from Agra
Today we will wake up very early for our visit to the Taj Mahal. Built by Shah Jahan for his wife, Muntaz Mahal, in the 20th century. XVII, thousands of workers and architects from different regions of the world for XNUMX years used the famous white marble of India and precious stones. Early in the morning, in addition to the possibility of beautiful light, it is also quieter than during the day. Our local guide will tell you several stories surrounding this monument. Return to the hotel for a good breakfast and then transfer to the airport for our flight to what is perhaps the oldest living city in the world to this day. Arrival in Varanasi, transfer to the hotel, check-in, a good meal for tomorrow to take a beautiful tour of the sacred Ganges.
Buddhist places
Today we will visit one of the oldest cities in the world that is still alive today. After breakfast, we will continue to Delhi airport for our flight to Varanasi. Transfer to our hotel and check-in. Time to freshen up in our rooms and then get to know the old part of the city through a millenary ceremony. The fire puja or Aarti Puja, conducted by brahmins (caste of Hindu priests) and hundreds of pilgrims from all over India on the banks of the sacred Ganges, is full of music, symbols, mantras, smells, a lot of devotion and, for those who study the scriptures profound and sophisticated knowledge of the workings of the human mind. Time to head back to our hotel, with all these impressions, pretty much the same as Buddha Shakyamuni had in this same spot on his way to Sarnath, for a special start to the day, early tomorrow.
DAY 2
General
We will wake up very early to arrive at Ganges, Before sunrise, we will embark on our rowing boat to ascend the Ganges and witness the sunrise of the sun god, Surya, from our boat. We will observe pilgrims performing their pujas (rituals) at the beginning of their days, in what is the most sacred place for the Hindu tradition. Calmly, guided by the goddess Ganga, we will return along the route we have just taken to a ghat (stairway by the river) a little further on, where we will disembark and have the opportunity to walk through the many alleyways, amidst thousands of small and large temples, in the old part of the city. There is a famous temple in this region, called the Golden Temple or Kashi Vishvanath. Its history is important for understanding the various periods of India's history. But the visit itself is not so much. To visit, we need to leave our belongings outside. Our guides know where to leave them. Honestly, it's not one of the most interesting parts of the tours for many travellers. Each traveller can decide how they prefer to do this!
Sarnath Individuals Custom
Back in our vehicle, we will have a good breakfast at our hotel and then we will continue to SarnathWe'll pass by the site where Buddha, after his enlightenment in Bodhgaya, met with his five fellow practitioners, and then visit the important Deer Park. A very peaceful place, it's where Buddha first turned the Wheel of Dharma—that is, where he first taught—approximately 2500 years ago. We'll be able to practice meditation individually, sit for a few minutes, walk, read, or take photographs, as each traveller prefers. We'll visit the Mahabodhi Temple, where there are Buddha's relics (behind the main statue) and a "grandchild" tree of the one where Buddha sat and became enlightened. A simple yet very special visit can always be to visit a school where children from nearby villages, in addition to the usual curriculum, learn meditation, yoga, and how our mind works from an early age. We'll see firsthand the practical results of these tools. It's called the Alice Project School. Many locals know it as the Italian School. Our drivers and guides will help you find it if you'd like to visit.
Sarnath group with gui with 3 days in vns
Back in our vehicle, we will have a good breakfast at our hotel and then we will continue to Sarnath. We will pass by the place where Buddha, after his enlightenment in Bodhgaya, met with his 5 fellow practitioners and then we will visit the important Deer Park. A very peaceful place, where Buddha turned the Wheel of Dharma for the first time, that is, where he taught for the first time, approximately 2500 years ago. We will be able to practice meditation individually, sit for a few minutes, walk, read, take photos, as each traveller prefers. We will visit the Mahabodhi temple where there are relics of Buddha and a “grandchild” tree of the one where Buddha sat and became enlightened. A simple and always very special visit can always be to visit a school where children from nearby villages, in addition to the usual content, learn meditation, yoga and how our mind works from an early age. We will see first-hand the practical results of these tools. We will have the day to enjoy Sarnath calmly and with quality.
There are two temples in Sarnath that might be interesting to visit: the Japanese temple and the Tibetan one. Both can be visited by walking to the Mahabodhi temple.
End of day at leisure (with guide) to enjoy more Sarnath, return to the ghats region of Varanasi, enjoy seeing a spice market or the famous silks of Varanasi.
Experiences and places
Back in our vehicle, we'll have a hearty breakfast at our hotel and then head to Sarnath. We'll pass by the site where Buddha, after his enlightenment in Bodhgaya, met his five fellow practitioners, and then visit the important Deer Park. A very peaceful place, it's where Buddha first turned the Wheel of Dharma—that is, where he first taught—approximately 2500 years ago. We can practice meditation individually or together, sitting for a few minutes, walking, reading, taking photographs, as each traveller prefers. We'll visit the Mahabodhi Temple, where there are relics of Buddha (behind the main statue) and a "grandchild" tree of the one where Buddha sat and became enlightened. A simple yet always very special visit will be to visit a school where children from nearby villages, in addition to the usual content, learn meditation, yoga, and how our mind works from an early age. We'll see firsthand the practical results of these tools.
DAY 3
We have one more day to enjoy and get to know the ancient and very special Varanasi. We will visit an important temple Hindu temple, then the small museum and temple of the old University of Benares. It will be a good opportunity to get to know an India with very little contact with foreigners, as is the environment of this university campus. We will continue to see a little more of India, its history, customs and traditions while we do a walking through its alleys and ghats on the banks of the Ganges. End of the day free to explore a little more of the already well-known Varanasi. We have some possibilities of activities in mind for the end of the day, which we will discuss during the trip.
Today we fly back to our well-known Delhi. Last free afternoon to get ready for the trip back to Brazil, walk, visit a place we really like or want to know, buy a souvenir of India or even, if there is in the city's cultural agenda, some presentation of classical Indian music or dance.
Car trip
Mahabodhi Temple
We will travel Today we will visit the place where Buddha became enlightened, the most sacred site in Buddhism, Bodhgaya. It will take approx. 6 hours with our own vehicle. We will check in to our hotel, have lunch and then visit the main temple complex of the city, the Mahabodhi. It was there that Buddha sat for a few days until he had purified all his obscurations and realized the nature of our mind. We can do the same, sitting near or even under the Bodhi tree, a ficus religisosa (fig tree), in the exact place where Buddha became enlightened. This place is also called the Vajra Seat, the seat of the diamond or the indestructible thunderbolt, as well as our natural condition, our essence. We will be among pilgrims, lay and monastic, from all over the world. Mantras, incense, mind training practices from different traditions for our different mental dispositions. After becoming enlightened, the Awakened One (in Sanskrit: Buddha) contemplated his experience for a few weeks at different points around the Bodhi tree. These places are marked so that we can contemplate the same reflections during our days in Bodhgaya.
We have a car trip after breakfast to Bodhgaya, in the state of Bihar. Check-in at our hotel and then we will visit the exact spot where Buddha attained enlightenment after sitting in meditation under the Bodhi tree for 7 days. Shakyamuni Buddha remained in this place for another 7 weeks after his enlightenment, contemplating the experience of enlightenment from our desires, attachments, and aversions, the experience of the natural state of our mind. We will then have the opportunity to enjoy this special place of Buddha's enlightenment, among pilgrims from all over the world, contemplating and putting his teachings into practice through group meditation, individually, reading, walking, photography, whatever is best for each traveller.
Travel by car: approx. 6h
After breakfast we will pick up approx. 6h by road to Bodhgaya, where Buddha became enlightened. A small town concentrated around the Maha Temple, where the Bodhi tree is located. The place pulsates with an intense energy of prayer, when we get close, we want to put our knees to the ground and be part of this immense sacred vortex. We will let each one of you feel free in your own way and with your space, the energy of this place so sacred to all Buddhists in the world.
Walk
Temples
Mahabodhi Temple
Today, if we want, even if it is available for whatever we need, we don't need to use our vehicle. We will walk or we will take a tuk tuk from our hotel to an institute run by a very important Tibetan Buddhist teacher, who offers introductory courses on Buddhism in several languages, from different countries. There is also an allopathic and homeopathic medical clinic for Indian peasants, and very special Universal Education schools. From the Root Institute we will walk to a large statue of Buddha built by the Japanese, then to a Japanese temple and a Bhutanese temple, each with very beautiful and very different styles. A very beautiful monastery that is worth a visit is the monastery of Mingyur Rinpoche, a great master of Tibetan Buddhism. There is a new monastery, a little further away, very beautiful, of Tara too. There are many possibilities. We will see how the group feels that day and we will do that. Including, of course, the main temple, Mahabodhi, which is always worth returning to. There are good lunch and coffee options in the city. We can always reserve the always very welcome and requested free temple, whether for shopping for Buddhist articles, sitting a little closer to the Bodhi tree, reading, walking meditation, taking photos, as each traveller prefers.
Today, if we want, we won't even see our vehicle! We will walk from our hotel passing plantations and temples in different Buddhist regions of the world, which are traditionally built on the holy sites of the Buddha. We will finish our walk to the temple and tree where Buddha became enlightened. End of day off.
Mahakala Cave
Sujata Village
Today we will head to a more remote region on the outskirts of Bodhgaya, to a mountain where there is a cave where Buddha meditated and practiced austerity before becoming enlightened. It will also be an opportunity to observe the rhythm of life in the villages that are more remote from the urban centers. Like all caves of great masters, it is a very special place to practice. After visiting the Mahakala Cave, we will visit the peaceful place where, when Siddhartha practiced eating only one grain of rice a day, the girl Sujata offered rice milk to the Buddha. At this point, as he ate and observed his mind functioning better with his stronger body, Siddhartha realized that it would not be through the extremes of self-indulgence or self-mortification that he would become enlightened, but through the middle path. We will take this opportunity to contemplate these experiences and teachings of the Buddha at these important points in his life.
We will return to Bodhgaya for our lunch and with free time to enjoy the Mahabodhi temple complex, other temples, cafes, walk, read, however each traveller prefers to enjoy this late afternoon.
Today we will visit the beautiful surroundings of Bodhgaya, including the Mahakala cave, the rice fields, and the village of Sujata. Sujata was the peasant woman who offered food to the Buddha when he had been practicing extreme asceticism for seven years. He accepted it, realizing the middle path he should follow from then on. Along the way, there are several small temples, mud houses, and corners consecrated by the faith of the simple people who live there. We will take our time, giving us time to sit, draw, and reflect.
Free day
Today is free, no agenda, no need to use our vehicle, which we can use to, for example, enjoy a little more Root Institute, with its library, video library, bookstore, sometimes guided meditations according to the method of this important lineage. We will be able to talk with a lama, monk or nun about what we have seen in India so far, as well as what we will experience in the next few days. It is a day to also process our experiences with the countless traditions with which we have had contact, millennia of study and knowledge of the mind strongly present in these cultures, peoples and travel, rest a little for tomorrow to hit the road again, to a place that is also very special and most important of Buddhism.
We have today free that we can use to visit, for example, the important Root Institute of Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Lama Yeshe, like the Monastery of Karmapa, where teachings and retreats are organized frequently. We will get in touch with these international institutes and monasteries and if there are lamas (teachers) in Bodhgaya these days, we will be able to talk to them about what we have seen, talked about, experienced and visited.
This day will be freer for those who want to connect with parts of Bodhgaya that they identified the most, will be able to meditate in the temple they liked the most and be able to do their last shopping in the city. For those who want, we will also visit the monastery of Karmapa and the monastery Shechen which is located near the center.
Flight
We'll say goodbye to our driver and vehicle, who accompanied us during our days in these sacred regions of India. After transfer to the nearby city of Bodhgaya, we'll board our flight back to India's capital, Delhi. We'll have free time for shopping or, for those who are so inclined, a cultural activity at the end of the day.
Today we will transfer to Gaya, a neighboring city where we will catch our flight back to our already well-known Delhi.
Car trip
Flight
Depart early for a drive to Patna Airport, the capital of the state of Bihar and the former largest Indian empire, led by Emperor Ashoka. The journey will take approximately 5 hours.
We'll say goodbye to our driver and vehicle, which accompanied us during our time in these sacred regions of India. After our transfer, we'll board our flight to Kolkata, the closest city en route, and our flight to Bhutan.
Transfer to the hotel for rest and early flight tomorrow morning.
Car trip
Mahabodhi Temple
We will travel Today we will visit the place where Buddha became enlightened, the most sacred site in Buddhism, Bodhgaya. It will take approx. 6 hours with our own vehicle. We will check in to our hotel, have lunch and then visit the main temple complex of the city, the Mahabodhi. It was there that Buddha sat for a few days until he had purified all his obscurations and realized the nature of our mind. We can do the same, sitting near or even under the Bodhi tree, a ficus religisosa (fig tree), in the exact place where Buddha became enlightened. This place is also called the Vajra Seat, the seat of the diamond or the indestructible thunderbolt, as well as our natural condition, our essence. We will be among pilgrims, lay and monastic, from all over the world. Mantras, incense, mind training practices from different traditions for our different mental dispositions. After becoming enlightened, the Awakened One (in Sanskrit: Buddha) contemplated his experience for a few weeks at different points around the Bodhi tree. These places are marked so that we can contemplate the same reflections during our days in Bodhgaya.
We have a car trip after breakfast to Bodhgaya, in the state of Bihar. Check-in at our hotel and then we will visit the exact spot where Buddha attained enlightenment after sitting in meditation under the Bodhi tree for 7 days. Shakyamuni Buddha remained in this place for another 7 weeks after his enlightenment, contemplating the experience of enlightenment from our desires, attachments, and aversions, the experience of the natural state of our mind. We will then have the opportunity to enjoy this special place of Buddha's enlightenment, among pilgrims from all over the world, contemplating and putting his teachings into practice through group meditation, individually, reading, walking, photography, whatever is best for each traveller.
Travel by car: approx. 6h
After breakfast we will pick up approx. 6h by road to Bodhgaya, where Buddha became enlightened. A small town concentrated around the Maha Temple, where the Bodhi tree is located. The place pulsates with an intense energy of prayer, when we get close, we want to put our knees to the ground and be part of this immense sacred vortex. We will let each one of you feel free in your own way and with your space, the energy of this place so sacred to all Buddhists in the world.
Walk
Temples
Mahabodhi Temple
Today, if we want, even if it is available for whatever we need, we don't need to use our vehicle. We will walk or we will take a tuk tuk from our hotel to an institute run by a very important Tibetan Buddhist teacher, who offers introductory courses on Buddhism in several languages, from different countries. There is also an allopathic and homeopathic medical clinic for Indian peasants, and very special Universal Education schools. From the Root Institute we will walk to a large statue of Buddha built by the Japanese, then to a Japanese temple and a Bhutanese temple, each with very beautiful and very different styles. A very beautiful monastery that is worth a visit is the monastery of Mingyur Rinpoche, a great master of Tibetan Buddhism. There is a new monastery, a little further away, very beautiful, of Tara too. There are many possibilities. We will see how the group feels that day and we will do that. Including, of course, the main temple, Mahabodhi, which is always worth returning to. There are good lunch and coffee options in the city. We can always reserve the always very welcome and requested free temple, whether for shopping for Buddhist articles, sitting a little closer to the Bodhi tree, reading, walking meditation, taking photos, as each traveller prefers.
Today, if we want, we won't even see our vehicle! We will walk from our hotel passing plantations and temples in different Buddhist regions of the world, which are traditionally built on the holy sites of the Buddha. We will finish our walk to the temple and tree where Buddha became enlightened. End of day off.
Mahakala Cave
Sujata Village
Today we will head to a more remote region on the outskirts of Bodhgaya, to a mountain where there is a cave where Buddha meditated and practiced austerity before becoming enlightened. It will also be an opportunity to observe the rhythm of life in the villages that are more remote from the urban centers. Like all caves of great masters, it is a very special place to practice. After visiting the Mahakala Cave, we will visit the peaceful place where, when Siddhartha practiced eating only one grain of rice a day, the girl Sujata offered rice milk to the Buddha. At this point, as he ate and observed his mind functioning better with his stronger body, Siddhartha realized that it would not be through the extremes of self-indulgence or self-mortification that he would become enlightened, but through the middle path. We will take this opportunity to contemplate these experiences and teachings of the Buddha at these important points in his life.
We will return to Bodhgaya for our lunch and with free time to enjoy the Mahabodhi temple complex, other temples, cafes, walk, read, however each traveller prefers to enjoy this late afternoon.
Today we will visit the beautiful surroundings of Bodhgaya, including the Mahakala cave, the rice fields, and the village of Sujata. Sujata was the peasant woman who offered food to the Buddha when he had been practicing extreme asceticism for seven years. He accepted it, realizing the middle path he should follow from then on. Along the way, there are several small temples, mud houses, and corners consecrated by the faith of the simple people who live there. We will take our time, giving us time to sit, draw, and reflect.
Free day
Today is free, no agenda, no need to use our vehicle, which we can use to, for example, enjoy a little more Root Institute, with its library, video library, bookstore, sometimes guided meditations according to the method of this important lineage. We will be able to talk with a lama, monk or nun about what we have seen in India so far, as well as what we will experience in the next few days. It is a day to also process our experiences with the countless traditions with which we have had contact, millennia of study and knowledge of the mind strongly present in these cultures, peoples and travel, rest a little for tomorrow to hit the road again, to a place that is also very special and most important of Buddhism.
We have today free that we can use to visit, for example, the important Root Institute of Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Lama Yeshe, like the Monastery of Karmapa, where teachings and retreats are organized frequently. We will get in touch with these international institutes and monasteries and if there are lamas (teachers) in Bodhgaya these days, we will be able to talk to them about what we have seen, talked about, experienced and visited.
This day will be freer for those who want to connect with parts of Bodhgaya that they identified the most, will be able to meditate in the temple they liked the most and be able to do their last shopping in the city. For those who want, we will also visit the monastery of Karmapa and the monastery Shechen which is located near the center.
Flight
We'll say goodbye to our driver and vehicle, who accompanied us during our days in these sacred regions of India. After transfer to the nearby city of Bodhgaya, we'll board our flight back to India's capital, Delhi. We'll have free time for shopping or, for those who are so inclined, a cultural activity at the end of the day.
Today we will transfer to Gaya, a neighboring city where we will catch our flight back to our already well-known Delhi.
Car trip
Flight
Depart early for a drive to Patna Airport, the capital of the state of Bihar and the former largest Indian empire, led by Emperor Ashoka. The journey will take approximately 5 hours.
We'll say goodbye to our driver and vehicle, which accompanied us during our time in these sacred regions of India. After our transfer, we'll board our flight to Kolkata, the closest city en route, and our flight to Bhutan.
Transfer to the hotel for rest and early flight tomorrow morning.
Car trip
Mahabodhi Temple
We will travel Today we will visit the place where Buddha became enlightened, the most sacred site in Buddhism, Bodhgaya. It will take approx. 6 hours with our own vehicle. We will check in to our hotel, have lunch and then visit the main temple complex of the city, the Mahabodhi. It was there that Buddha sat for a few days until he had purified all his obscurations and realized the nature of our mind. We can do the same, sitting near or even under the Bodhi tree, a ficus religisosa (fig tree), in the exact place where Buddha became enlightened. This place is also called the Vajra Seat, the seat of the diamond or the indestructible thunderbolt, as well as our natural condition, our essence. We will be among pilgrims, lay and monastic, from all over the world. Mantras, incense, mind training practices from different traditions for our different mental dispositions. After becoming enlightened, the Awakened One (in Sanskrit: Buddha) contemplated his experience for a few weeks at different points around the Bodhi tree. These places are marked so that we can contemplate the same reflections during our days in Bodhgaya.
We have a car trip after breakfast to Bodhgaya, in the state of Bihar. Check-in at our hotel and then we will visit the exact spot where Buddha attained enlightenment after sitting in meditation under the Bodhi tree for 7 days. Shakyamuni Buddha remained in this place for another 7 weeks after his enlightenment, contemplating the experience of enlightenment from our desires, attachments, and aversions, the experience of the natural state of our mind. We will then have the opportunity to enjoy this special place of Buddha's enlightenment, among pilgrims from all over the world, contemplating and putting his teachings into practice through group meditation, individually, reading, walking, photography, whatever is best for each traveller.
Travel by car: approx. 6h
After breakfast we will pick up approx. 6h by road to Bodhgaya, where Buddha became enlightened. A small town concentrated around the Maha Temple, where the Bodhi tree is located. The place pulsates with an intense energy of prayer, when we get close, we want to put our knees to the ground and be part of this immense sacred vortex. We will let each one of you feel free in your own way and with your space, the energy of this place so sacred to all Buddhists in the world.
Walk
Temples
Mahabodhi Temple
Today, if we want, even if it is available for whatever we need, we don't need to use our vehicle. We will walk or we will take a tuk tuk from our hotel to an institute run by a very important Tibetan Buddhist teacher, who offers introductory courses on Buddhism in several languages, from different countries. There is also an allopathic and homeopathic medical clinic for Indian peasants, and very special Universal Education schools. From the Root Institute we will walk to a large statue of Buddha built by the Japanese, then to a Japanese temple and a Bhutanese temple, each with very beautiful and very different styles. A very beautiful monastery that is worth a visit is the monastery of Mingyur Rinpoche, a great master of Tibetan Buddhism. There is a new monastery, a little further away, very beautiful, of Tara too. There are many possibilities. We will see how the group feels that day and we will do that. Including, of course, the main temple, Mahabodhi, which is always worth returning to. There are good lunch and coffee options in the city. We can always reserve the always very welcome and requested free temple, whether for shopping for Buddhist articles, sitting a little closer to the Bodhi tree, reading, walking meditation, taking photos, as each traveller prefers.
Today, if we want, we won't even see our vehicle! We will walk from our hotel passing plantations and temples in different Buddhist regions of the world, which are traditionally built on the holy sites of the Buddha. We will finish our walk to the temple and tree where Buddha became enlightened. End of day off.
Mahakala Cave
Sujata Village
Today we will head to a more remote region on the outskirts of Bodhgaya, to a mountain where there is a cave where Buddha meditated and practiced austerity before becoming enlightened. It will also be an opportunity to observe the rhythm of life in the villages that are more remote from the urban centers. Like all caves of great masters, it is a very special place to practice. After visiting the Mahakala Cave, we will visit the peaceful place where, when Siddhartha practiced eating only one grain of rice a day, the girl Sujata offered rice milk to the Buddha. At this point, as he ate and observed his mind functioning better with his stronger body, Siddhartha realized that it would not be through the extremes of self-indulgence or self-mortification that he would become enlightened, but through the middle path. We will take this opportunity to contemplate these experiences and teachings of the Buddha at these important points in his life.
We will return to Bodhgaya for our lunch and with free time to enjoy the Mahabodhi temple complex, other temples, cafes, walk, read, however each traveller prefers to enjoy this late afternoon.
Today we will visit the beautiful surroundings of Bodhgaya, including the Mahakala cave, the rice fields, and the village of Sujata. Sujata was the peasant woman who offered food to the Buddha when he had been practicing extreme asceticism for seven years. He accepted it, realizing the middle path he should follow from then on. Along the way, there are several small temples, mud houses, and corners consecrated by the faith of the simple people who live there. We will take our time, giving us time to sit, draw, and reflect.
Free day
Today is free, no agenda, no need to use our vehicle, which we can use to, for example, enjoy a little more Root Institute, with its library, video library, bookstore, sometimes guided meditations according to the method of this important lineage. We will be able to talk with a lama, monk or nun about what we have seen in India so far, as well as what we will experience in the next few days. It is a day to also process our experiences with the countless traditions with which we have had contact, millennia of study and knowledge of the mind strongly present in these cultures, peoples and travel, rest a little for tomorrow to hit the road again, to a place that is also very special and most important of Buddhism.
We have today free that we can use to visit, for example, the important Root Institute of Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Lama Yeshe, like the Monastery of Karmapa, where teachings and retreats are organized frequently. We will get in touch with these international institutes and monasteries and if there are lamas (teachers) in Bodhgaya these days, we will be able to talk to them about what we have seen, talked about, experienced and visited.
This day will be freer for those who want to connect with parts of Bodhgaya that they identified the most, will be able to meditate in the temple they liked the most and be able to do their last shopping in the city. For those who want, we will also visit the monastery of Karmapa and the monastery Shechen which is located near the center.
Flight
We'll say goodbye to our driver and vehicle, who accompanied us during our days in these sacred regions of India. After transfer to the nearby city of Bodhgaya, we'll board our flight back to India's capital, Delhi. We'll have free time for shopping or, for those who are so inclined, a cultural activity at the end of the day.
Today we will transfer to Gaya, a neighboring city where we will catch our flight back to our already well-known Delhi.
Car trip
Flight
Depart early for a drive to Patna Airport, the capital of the state of Bihar and the former largest Indian empire, led by Emperor Ashoka. The journey will take approximately 5 hours.
We'll say goodbye to our driver and vehicle, which accompanied us during our time in these sacred regions of India. After our transfer, we'll board our flight to Kolkata, the closest city en route, and our flight to Bhutan.
Transfer to the hotel for rest and early flight tomorrow morning.
Bamboo Forest
Shanti Stupa
Vultures Peak
Today we will travel for approx. 3 hours to Rajgir. We will begin our visits with one of the places where Buddha and his monastic sangha lived for many monsoons, the Bamboo Forest. Since Buddha and his students lived on foot (throughout the places we are visiting), due to the dangers of a trip like this during the rainy season, during these months of each year they stayed in places offered by the kings of different regions. Lunch, check-in at our hotel and then we will continue to the Peace Stupa, or Shanti Stupa, in a beautiful place on top of a mountain, built by a Japanese Buddhist project for world peace, in many places around the world. From the stupa we will walk to the very special Vultures Peak, where Buddha had a hut. This is the location of the important text and teaching called the Heart Sutra, which we will have with us, as well as commentaries by great masters. A very peaceful place, also on a nearby mountain. We can use this special opportunity to train our mind, either by offering incense, as an invitation to do a practice, reading the Heart Sutra and its commentaries. As each traveller prefers to take advantage of this special opportunity and place.
After traveling to Rajgir, we will visit one of the places where Buddha and his monastic sangha (community) lived during many monsoon seasons: the Bamboo Grove. Because Buddha and his students spent their time traveling (through the places we are visiting), and due to the dangers of such a journey during the rainy season, they stayed in places offered by local kings during those months of each year. After checking into our hotel, we will proceed to the Peace Stupa, or Shanti Stupa, a beautiful location atop a mountain, built as part of a Japanese Buddhist project for world peace in many parts of the world. From the stupa, we will walk to the very special Vulture Peak, the site of the important Heart Sutra, a very peaceful spot also atop a nearby mountain. We will offer our incense and contemplate the teachings that Buddha offered in this very place on Prajnaparamita, putting into practice a little more of the instructions of this great master.
Travel by car: approx. 3h
Nalanda University
Shanti Stupa Stupa of relics
Patna
Flight
In the morning, next to Rajgir, we will visit the archaeological site of the very important Nalanda University. For centuries, Nalanda was one of the most important centers of Buddhist studies, attracting students from many parts of the world, especially between the 5th and 12th centuries. Around 10.000 students and 2.000 teachers lived there, and it boasted a library larger than that of Alexandria, for example. Among the many great scholars and masters of Nalanda, known as the Indian pandits, were: Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Buddhapalita, Bhavaviveka, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva. For centuries, many of these yogis were invited by Tibetan kings to cross the Himalayas and bring the study of Buddhism to Tibet. Thus, the Nalanda tradition remains alive to this day, studied and practiced in traditional Tibetan shedras (universities) and monasteries in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet, as well as in important universities in Europe and North America, where there is a very rich and important exchange with current neuroscientists, physicists, and educators. We will visit the Nalanda monasteries, as well as temples, important stupas, and its small museum. It is certainly a very special and inviting place to practice observation, reflection, and familiarization with our minds—that is, meditation individually or together, as each traveller prefers—as well as reading excerpts from important texts of this science written in the same place where we will be, in this ancient university.
Visit completed, we will continue the trip for approx. 3:XNUMX and after crossing the Ganges River, we will arrive in Patna, capital of the former Ashoka empire, today from this state called Bihar.
We will continue our journey for approx. 5h to Vaishali. On the way we will pass through Patna, capital of the ancient empire of Ashoka, today of this state, Bihar, and where the Ganges river also passes. Arriving in Vaishali, very close to Patna, we will check in, have a good meal and then take a walk through the small village near our hotel. Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is part of the 8 holiest sites in Buddhism, was perhaps the first example of a republic-type government organization, which Buddha visited numerous times. It was in Vaishali that Buddha ordered the first sanga of female nuns, demonstrated miracles, offered his last sermon (sutra), announced his Mahaparanirvana and was also where the Second Council took place. Today we will visit another Shanti Stupa, like in Rajgir, and a much older stupa, from the Licchavi Empire, which holds relics of Buddha. There is a very pleasant and inviting lawn for our readings, practice and always good conversations.
On the way to Vaishali, we will visit the ruins of the very important Nalanda University. For centuries, Nalanda was a major center of Buddhist studies, attracting students from many parts of the world, especially between the 5th and 12th centuries. It housed approximately 10.000 students and 2.000 teachers, and boasted a library larger than that of Alexandria, for example. Among the many great masters of Nalanda, known as the Indian pandits, were Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Buddhapalita, Bhavaviveka, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva. The Nalanda tradition remains alive today, studied and practiced in Tibetan shedras (universities) and monasteries worldwide. It is also present in important universities in Europe and North America, where there is significant modern exchange with neuroscientists, physicists, and educators. We will continue our journey to Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is one of the eight most sacred sites in Buddhism. Buddha visited Vaishali numerous times; it was there that he ordained the first sangha of female nuns, demonstrated miracles, delivered his last sermon (sutra), and announced his Mahaparanirvana. Walking from our hotel, we will visit the stupa that houses his relics. It was also in this small but important place that Ananda, Buddha's cousin and closest disciple, attained enlightenment on the banks of the Ganges.
Travel by car: approx. 5h
Nalanda University
Shanti Stupa
Relics stupa
Patna
Flight
In the morning, next to Rajgir, we will visit the archaeological site of the very important University of nalandaNalanda was for centuries one of the most important centers of Buddhist studies, attracting students from many parts of the world, especially between the 5th and 12th centuries. It housed approximately 10.000 students and 2.000 teachers, and boasted a library larger than that of Alexandria, for example. Among the many great scholars and masters of Nalanda, known as the Indian pandits, were Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Buddhapalita, Bhavaviveka, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva. For centuries, many of these yogis were invited by Tibetan kings to cross the Himalayas and bring the study of Buddhism to Tibet. Thus, the tradition of Nalanda remains alive to this day, studied and practiced in traditional Tibetan shedras (universities) and monasteries in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet, as well as in important universities in Europe and North America, where there is a rich and important exchange with neuroscientists, physicists, and contemporary educators. We will visit the monasteries of Nalanda, as well as temples, important stupas, and its small museum. It is certainly a very special and inviting place for us to practice observation, reflection, and familiarization of our minds—that is, meditation individually or together, as each traveller prefers—as well as reading excerpts from important texts of this science written in the same place where we will be, in this ancient university.
Visit completed, we will continue the trip for approx. 3:XNUMX and after crossing the Ganges River, we will arrive in Patna, capital of the former Ashoka empire, today from this state called Bihar.
We will continue our journey for approximately 5 hours to Vaishali. On the way we will pass through Patna, the capital of the ancient empire of Ashoka, now part of the state of Bihar, and through which the Ganges River also flows. Let's see how much time and hunger we have! We will then choose some of the good restaurant options along the way or in Vaishali itself. We will also see if we will have time for any visits or walks at the end of the day.
We will continue our journey for approx. 5h to Vaishali. On the way we will pass through Patna, capital of the ancient empire of Ashoka, today of this state, Bihar, and where the Ganges river also passes. Arriving in Vaishali, very close to Patna, we will check in, have a good meal and then take a walk through the small village near our hotel. Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is part of the 8 holiest sites in Buddhism, was perhaps the first example of a republic-type government organization, which Buddha visited numerous times. It was in Vaishali that Buddha ordered the first sanga of female nuns, demonstrated miracles, offered his last sermon (sutra), announced his Mahaparanirvana and was also where the Second Council took place. Today we will visit another Shanti Stupa, like in Rajgir, and a much older stupa, from the Licchavi Empire, which holds relics of Buddha. There is a very pleasant and inviting lawn for our readings, practice and always good conversations.
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On the way to Vaishali, we will visit the ruins of the very important Nalanda University. For centuries, Nalanda was a major center of Buddhist studies, attracting students from many parts of the world, especially between the 5th and 12th centuries. It housed approximately 10.000 students and 2.000 teachers, and boasted a library larger than that of Alexandria, for example. Among the many great masters of Nalanda, known as the Indian pandits, were Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Buddhapalita, Bhavaviveka, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva. The Nalanda tradition remains alive today, studied and practiced in Tibetan shedras (universities) and monasteries worldwide. It is also present in important universities in Europe and North America, where there is significant modern exchange with neuroscientists, physicists, and educators. We will continue our journey to Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is one of the eight most sacred sites in Buddhism. Buddha visited Vaishali numerous times; it was there that he ordained the first sangha of female nuns, demonstrated miracles, delivered his last sermon (sutra), and announced his Mahaparanirvana. Walking from our hotel, we will visit the stupa that houses his relics. It was also in this small but important place that Ananda, Buddha's cousin and closest disciple, attained enlightenment on the banks of the Ganges.
Travel by car: approx. 5h
Shanti Stupa
Relics stupa
Starting our day in Vaishali, after breakfast, we'll take a walk through the small village near our hotel. Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is one of the eight holiest Buddhist sites, was perhaps the first example of a republic-type government organization, which Buddha visited numerous times. It was in Vaishali that Buddha ordained the first female nun, performed miracles, offered his last sermon (sutra), announced his Mahaparanirvana, and was also the site of the Second Council. Today we'll visit another Shanti Stupa, as in Rajgir, and a much older one stupa, of the Licchavi Empire, which houses relics of Buddha. There is a very pleasant and inviting lawn for our reading, practice, and always good conversations.
Near Vaishali, we will continue to the archaeological site of the monastery Kutagarasala, where the stupa of one of Buddha's main students is located. Ananda, his cousin and attendant, played a major role in the first council after Buddha's death, as he remembered all of Buddha's sutras and teachings. It was near Vaishali on the banks of the Ganges that Ananda passed into nirvana. Next to the stupa we will see one of the pillars of Ashoka, the great emperor who supported Buddhism in India and in several other countries in Asia. Time to continue our journey for approximately 5 hours through the Gangetic plain, to Kushinagar, the site of Buddha's Mahaparanirvana.
On the way we will make a stop at the Stupa KesariyaBuilt approximately 1500 years ago on the site where Buddha lived in a previous life, the place of one of his teachers before his enlightenment, where on a previous visit he taught what came to be called the Kalama Sutra. In this teaching, Buddha emphasized the importance of using reason, testing and investigating the teachings on the workings of our mind, in contrast to blind faith and dogma. On his way to Kushinagar, during his last visit, Buddha offered his bowl here to the Lichavis, the inhabitants of Vaishali.
It looks like a version with older details to me.
On the way to Vaishali, we will visit the ruins of the very important Nalanda University. For centuries, Nalanda was a major center of Buddhist studies, attracting students from many parts of the world, especially between the 5th and 12th centuries. It housed approximately 10.000 students and 2.000 teachers, and boasted a library larger than that of Alexandria, for example. Among the many great masters of Nalanda, known as the Indian pandits, were Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Buddhapalita, Bhavaviveka, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva. The Nalanda tradition remains alive today, studied and practiced in Tibetan shedras (universities) and monasteries worldwide. It is also present in important universities in Europe and North America, where there is significant modern exchange with neuroscientists, physicists, and educators. We will continue our journey to Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is one of the eight most sacred sites in Buddhism. Buddha visited Vaishali numerous times; it was there that he ordained the first sangha of female nuns, demonstrated miracles, delivered his last sermon (sutra), and announced his Mahaparanirvana. Walking from our hotel, we will visit the stupa that houses his relics. It was also in this small but important place that Ananda, Buddha's cousin and closest disciple, attained enlightenment on the banks of the Ganges.
Travel by car: approx. 5h
Kutagarasala Vihara
Ananda's stupa
Kesariya stupa
We will end our visit to Vaishali in the morning. We will visit the archaeological site of the monastery. Kutagarasala, where is the stupa One of Buddha's foremost students. Ananda, his cousin and attendant, played a key role in the first council after Buddha's death, remembering all of Buddha's sutras and teachings. It was near Vaishali on the banks of the Ganges that Ananda... Next to the stupa, we'll see one of the pillars of Ashoka, the great emperor who supported Buddhism in India and several other countries in Asia. Time to continue our journey for approximately 5 hours across the Gangetic plain to Kushinagar, the site of Buddha's Mahaparanirvana.
On the way we will make a stop at the Stupa KesariyaBuilt approximately 1500 years ago on the site where Buddha lived in a previous life, the place of one of his teachers before his enlightenment, where on a previous visit he taught what came to be called the Kalama Sutra. In this teaching, Buddha emphasized the importance of using reason, testing and investigating the teachings on the workings of our mind, in contrast to blind faith and dogma. On his way to Kushinagar, during his last visit, Buddha offered his bowl here to the Lichavis, the inhabitants of Vaishali.
Mahapanirvana Site Temple and Buddha Relics
Stupa at Buddha's cremation site
Mahaparinirvana Temple
walk through the temples
Ramabhar stupa
Today we won't need to use our vehicle. We'll walk through the village of Kushinagar, one of the four most sacred sites in Buddhism, as the Buddha himself instructed his students to visit in his final teaching—the Mahaparanirvana Sutra. While walking, we'll visit the temple that stands on the site of the Mahaparanirvana of Buddha, where today there is a statue of the reclining Buddha. We will visit a Myanmar stupa and a small Japanese temple. In the afternoon we will visit the place where Buddha was cremated, a stupa and there is a pleasant lawn to contemplate this important teaching of the Buddha on impermanence, as well as his legacy for the development of the human mind.
Buddha's birthplace
maya devi temple
Today we will head south to Nepal, a still low-lying region, very similar geographically, culturally, and ethnically to the regions we visited in recent days. We will notice small differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small and highest country in the world. After completing the formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we will go to our hotel for a good meal and a well-deserved rest. Suggestion: try some very good typical Nepalese food! For those who are willing and prefer, we can visit the Maya Devi temple, the birthplace of Buddha. The car trip takes approximately 7 hours.
Shanti Stupa
Relics stupa
Starting our day in Vaishali, after breakfast, we'll take a walk through the small village near our hotel. Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is one of the eight holiest Buddhist sites, was perhaps the first example of a republic-type government organization, which Buddha visited numerous times. It was in Vaishali that Buddha ordained the first female nun, performed miracles, offered his last sermon (sutra), announced his Mahaparanirvana, and was also the site of the Second Council. Today we'll visit another Shanti Stupa, as in Rajgir, and a much older one stupa, of the Licchavi Empire, which houses relics of Buddha. There is a very pleasant and inviting lawn for our reading, practice, and always good conversations.
Near Vaishali, we will continue to the archaeological site of the monastery Kutagarasala, where the stupa of one of Buddha's main students is located. Ananda, his cousin and attendant, played a major role in the first council after Buddha's death, as he remembered all of Buddha's sutras and teachings. It was near Vaishali on the banks of the Ganges that Ananda passed into nirvana. Next to the stupa we will see one of the pillars of Ashoka, the great emperor who supported Buddhism in India and in several other countries in Asia. Time to continue our journey for approximately 5 hours through the Gangetic plain, to Kushinagar, the site of Buddha's Mahaparanirvana.
On the way we will make a stop at the Stupa KesariyaBuilt approximately 1500 years ago on the site where Buddha lived in a previous life, the place of one of his teachers before his enlightenment, where on a previous visit he taught what came to be called the Kalama Sutra. In this teaching, Buddha emphasized the importance of using reason, testing and investigating the teachings on the workings of our mind, in contrast to blind faith and dogma. On his way to Kushinagar, during his last visit, Buddha offered his bowl here to the Lichavis, the inhabitants of Vaishali.
It looks like a version with older details to me.
On the way to Vaishali, we will visit the ruins of the very important Nalanda University. For centuries, Nalanda was a major center of Buddhist studies, attracting students from many parts of the world, especially between the 5th and 12th centuries. It housed approximately 10.000 students and 2.000 teachers, and boasted a library larger than that of Alexandria, for example. Among the many great masters of Nalanda, known as the Indian pandits, were Nagarjuna, Aryadeva, Buddhapalita, Bhavaviveka, Chandrakirti, and Shantideva. The Nalanda tradition remains alive today, studied and practiced in Tibetan shedras (universities) and monasteries worldwide. It is also present in important universities in Europe and North America, where there is significant modern exchange with neuroscientists, physicists, and educators. We will continue our journey to Vaishali, which, like Rajgir, is one of the eight most sacred sites in Buddhism. Buddha visited Vaishali numerous times; it was there that he ordained the first sangha of female nuns, demonstrated miracles, delivered his last sermon (sutra), and announced his Mahaparanirvana. Walking from our hotel, we will visit the stupa that houses his relics. It was also in this small but important place that Ananda, Buddha's cousin and closest disciple, attained enlightenment on the banks of the Ganges.
Travel by car: approx. 5h
Kutagarasala Vihara
Ananda's stupa
Kesariya stupa
We will end our visit to Vaishali in the morning. We will visit the archaeological site of the monastery. Kutagarasala, where is the stupa One of Buddha's foremost students. Ananda, his cousin and attendant, played a key role in the first council after Buddha's death, remembering all of Buddha's sutras and teachings. It was near Vaishali on the banks of the Ganges that Ananda... Next to the stupa, we'll see one of the pillars of Ashoka, the great emperor who supported Buddhism in India and several other countries in Asia. Time to continue our journey for approximately 5 hours across the Gangetic plain to Kushinagar, the site of Buddha's Mahaparanirvana.
On the way we will make a stop at the Stupa KesariyaBuilt approximately 1500 years ago on the site where Buddha lived in a previous life, the place of one of his teachers before his enlightenment, where on a previous visit he taught what came to be called the Kalama Sutra. In this teaching, Buddha emphasized the importance of using reason, testing and investigating the teachings on the workings of our mind, in contrast to blind faith and dogma. On his way to Kushinagar, during his last visit, Buddha offered his bowl here to the Lichavis, the inhabitants of Vaishali.
Mahapanirvana Site Temple and Buddha Relics
Stupa at Buddha's cremation site
Mahaparinirvana Temple
walk through the temples
Ramabhar stupa
Today we won't need to use our vehicle. We'll walk through the village of Kushinagar, one of the four most sacred sites in Buddhism, as the Buddha himself instructed his students to visit in his final teaching—the Mahaparanirvana Sutra. While walking, we'll visit the temple that stands on the site of the Mahaparanirvana of Buddha, where today there is a statue of the reclining Buddha. We will visit a Myanmar stupa and a small Japanese temple. In the afternoon we will visit the place where Buddha was cremated, a stupa and there is a pleasant lawn to contemplate this important teaching of the Buddha on impermanence, as well as his legacy for the development of the human mind.
Buddha's birthplace
maya devi temple
Today we will head south to Nepal, a still low-lying region, very similar geographically, culturally, and ethnically to the regions we visited in recent days. We will notice small differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small and highest country in the world. After completing the formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we will go to our hotel for a good meal and a well-deserved rest. Suggestion: try some very good typical Nepalese food! For those who are willing and prefer, we can visit the Maya Devi temple, the birthplace of Buddha. The car trip takes approximately 7 hours.
Buddha's birthplace
Early in the morning today we will head towards the South of Nepal. This region is still low-lying, but geographically, culturally and ethnically very similar to the regions we have visited in recent days. We will notice small differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small and highest country in the world. After formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we will head to our hotel for a good meal. We suggest some very good typical Nepalese food! After our lunch, we will take a walk to the Maya Devi temple. Place where Buddha was born when his mother, Mayadevi, returned to her parents' village, as is traditional to this day, to give birth to her son. Thus we will complete the four most sacred sites in Buddhism.
Early this morning, we'll head to southern Nepal. This region is still low-lying, but geographically, culturally, and ethnically very similar to the regions we've visited in recent days. We'll notice slight differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small, yet highest, country in the world. After formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we'll head to our hotel for a good meal. We recommend some delicious, typical Nepalese food! After lunch, we'll take a walk to the Maya Devi Temple. place where Buddha was born, thus we will complete the four most sacred places in Buddhism.
Today we will head towards southern Nepal, a still low-lying region, very similar geographically, culturally, and ethnically to the regions we visited in recent days. We will notice small differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small and highest country in the world. After formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we will go to our hotel for a good meal and a well-deserved rest. Suggestion: some very good typical Nepalese food! For those who are willing and prefer, we can already visit the Maya Devi temple. place where Buddha was born, thus completing the four most sacred Buddhist sites. The journey takes approximately 7 hours by car.
Kapilavastu
Walk
Buddha's birthplace
After our breakfast, near Lumbini, we will visit the place where Buddha lived during his childhood and youth, Kapilavastu. The then prince Siddhartha was quite protected by his father, with regard to all discomforts and possible suffering. At the same time, with the presence of all the pleasures that our senses can offer us. It was while exploring the surroundings of his house that Siddhartha had four important visions: for the first time he saw a sick person, an old man, a dead person and an ascetic. We will walk through the same places where Siddhartha lived before his enlightenment, from where he continued his Walk, studies and training until he became enlightened in our already known Bodhgaya. Back in Lumbini, we will be able to walk through the region, visiting some temples and, of course, visiting once again the place where Buddha was born. Such an important place that sitting there a little longer, enjoying reading, reflecting and familiarizing yourself, as each traveller prefers, are certainly remarkable and very worthwhile experiences.
After our breakfast, near Lumbini, we will visit the place where Buddha lived during his childhood and youth, KapilavastuThe then-Prince Siddhartha was quite protected by his father, shielding him from all discomfort and potential suffering. At the same time, he enjoyed all the pleasures our senses can offer. It was during explorations around his home that Siddhartha had four important visions: for the first time he saw a sick person, an old man, a dead man, and an ascetic. We will walk through the same places where Siddhartha lived before his enlightenment, from where he continued his journey, studies, and training until he attained enlightenment in Bodhgaya. Back in Lumbini, when we complete the four most sacred sites of Buddhism, we will be able to revisit the place where Buddha was born when his mother, Mayadevi, returned to her parents' village, as is tradition to this day, for the birth of her son. A very special place, sitting there for a few moments, taking the opportunity for reading, reflection, and familiarization are surely memorable and very rewarding experiences.
Today, if anyone is returning to Brazil after we have completed the four most sacred Buddhist sites, please let us know so we can arrange a mini-extension to accommodate your flights. In this case, we will meet with our local representatives who will provide airport transfers and all necessary assistance. With a quick flight to Kathmandu, offering beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalayan mountains on clear days, our local representatives will greet you with a Chörten sign and provide all necessary assistance. Guilherme will accompany you every step of your trip to Kathmandu, maintaining contact by phone. If you are short on time to return to Brazil, we suggest a mini-extension with a relaxed day in Kathmandu, including a visit to the Tibetan quarter where you will be staying, home to the great Boudhnath stupa and numerous important monasteries. If you have more time, we can easily arrange a longer extension as well. Our local representatives will then assist you with the transfer back to Kathmandu airport for your flight back to Brazil.
The journey to Buddhist Sites in India continues today to Sravasti with Extension 2: here
Transfer to the nearest airport in Lumbini, approx. 20min, and flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting, with an incredible view of the snow-capped mountains, the highest on our planet: the Himalayas. Arrival in the Kathmandu Valley, transfer to the hotel in the Tibetan neighborhood, with a free afternoon around the great stupa of Boudhnath with assistance.
Transfer to the nearest airport in Lumbini, approx. 20min, and flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting, with an incredible view of the highest snowy mountains on our planet: the Himalayas. Arrival in the Kathmandu Valley, transfer to the hotel in the Tibetan quarter, with free afternoon with assistance around the large stupa of Boudhnath to acclimate ourselves with this new, also quite special, culture on our trip.
Around the great stupa (Tib: chörten) of boudhanath In our Tibetan neighborhood, dotted with monasteries, you'll find nuns, monks, and lay Tibetans, sometimes great masters, performing their koras (circumambulations), spinning the famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs, reciting mantras, and lighting lamps, especially in the late afternoon and early morning. We'll enjoy a stop at one of the cafes or restaurants to observe and assimilate our first encounter on this trip with these people who, directly or indirectly, keep alive to this day, throughout the world, the legacy of Nalanda University, which we visited a few days ago.
Buddha's birthplace
Early in the morning today we will head towards the South of Nepal. This region is still low-lying, but geographically, culturally and ethnically very similar to the regions we have visited in recent days. We will notice small differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small and highest country in the world. After formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we will head to our hotel for a good meal. We suggest some very good typical Nepalese food! After our lunch, we will take a walk to the Maya Devi temple. Place where Buddha was born when his mother, Mayadevi, returned to her parents' village, as is traditional to this day, to give birth to her son. Thus we will complete the four most sacred sites in Buddhism.
Early this morning, we'll head to southern Nepal. This region is still low-lying, but geographically, culturally, and ethnically very similar to the regions we've visited in recent days. We'll notice slight differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small, yet highest, country in the world. After formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we'll head to our hotel for a good meal. We recommend some delicious, typical Nepalese food! After lunch, we'll take a walk to the Maya Devi Temple. place where Buddha was born, thus we will complete the four most sacred places in Buddhism.
Today we will head towards southern Nepal, a still low-lying region, very similar geographically, culturally, and ethnically to the regions we visited in recent days. We will notice small differences due to the proximity and influence of the higher regions of this small and highest country in the world. After formalities at Indian and Nepalese immigration, facilitated by Guilherme, we will go to our hotel for a good meal and a well-deserved rest. Suggestion: some very good typical Nepalese food! For those who are willing and prefer, we can already visit the Maya Devi temple. place where Buddha was born, thus completing the four most sacred Buddhist sites. The journey takes approximately 7 hours by car.
Kapilavastu
Walk
Buddha's birthplace
After our breakfast, near Lumbini, we will visit the place where Buddha lived during his childhood and youth, Kapilavastu. The then prince Siddhartha was quite protected by his father, with regard to all discomforts and possible suffering. At the same time, with the presence of all the pleasures that our senses can offer us. It was while exploring the surroundings of his house that Siddhartha had four important visions: for the first time he saw a sick person, an old man, a dead person and an ascetic. We will walk through the same places where Siddhartha lived before his enlightenment, from where he continued his Walk, studies and training until he became enlightened in our already known Bodhgaya. Back in Lumbini, we will be able to walk through the region, visiting some temples and, of course, visiting once again the place where Buddha was born. Such an important place that sitting there a little longer, enjoying reading, reflecting and familiarizing yourself, as each traveller prefers, are certainly remarkable and very worthwhile experiences.
After our breakfast, near Lumbini, we will visit the place where Buddha lived during his childhood and youth, KapilavastuThe then-Prince Siddhartha was quite protected by his father, shielding him from all discomfort and potential suffering. At the same time, he enjoyed all the pleasures our senses can offer. It was during explorations around his home that Siddhartha had four important visions: for the first time he saw a sick person, an old man, a dead man, and an ascetic. We will walk through the same places where Siddhartha lived before his enlightenment, from where he continued his journey, studies, and training until he attained enlightenment in Bodhgaya. Back in Lumbini, when we complete the four most sacred sites of Buddhism, we will be able to revisit the place where Buddha was born when his mother, Mayadevi, returned to her parents' village, as is tradition to this day, for the birth of her son. A very special place, sitting there for a few moments, taking the opportunity for reading, reflection, and familiarization are surely memorable and very rewarding experiences.
Today, if anyone is returning to Brazil after we have completed the four most sacred Buddhist sites, please let us know so we can arrange a mini-extension to accommodate your flights. In this case, we will meet with our local representatives who will provide airport transfers and all necessary assistance. With a quick flight to Kathmandu, offering beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalayan mountains on clear days, our local representatives will greet you with a Chörten sign and provide all necessary assistance. Guilherme will accompany you every step of your trip to Kathmandu, maintaining contact by phone. If you are short on time to return to Brazil, we suggest a mini-extension with a relaxed day in Kathmandu, including a visit to the Tibetan quarter where you will be staying, home to the great Boudhnath stupa and numerous important monasteries. If you have more time, we can easily arrange a longer extension as well. Our local representatives will then assist you with the transfer back to Kathmandu airport for your flight back to Brazil.
The journey to Buddhist Sites in India continues today to Sravasti with Extension 2: here
Transfer to the nearest airport in Lumbini, approx. 20min, and flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting, with an incredible view of the snow-capped mountains, the highest on our planet: the Himalayas. Arrival in the Kathmandu Valley, transfer to the hotel in the Tibetan neighborhood, with a free afternoon around the great stupa of Boudhnath with assistance.
Transfer to the nearest airport in Lumbini, approx. 20min, and flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting, with an incredible view of the highest snowy mountains on our planet: the Himalayas. Arrival in the Kathmandu Valley, transfer to the hotel in the Tibetan quarter, with free afternoon with assistance around the large stupa of Boudhnath to acclimate ourselves with this new, also quite special, culture on our trip.
Around the great stupa (Tib: chörten) of boudhanath In our Tibetan neighborhood, dotted with monasteries, you'll find nuns, monks, and lay Tibetans, sometimes great masters, performing their koras (circumambulations), spinning the famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs, reciting mantras, and lighting lamps, especially in the late afternoon and early morning. We'll enjoy a stop at one of the cafes or restaurants to observe and assimilate our first encounter on this trip with these people who, directly or indirectly, keep alive to this day, throughout the world, the legacy of Nalanda University, which we visited a few days ago.
Flight
Boudhnath
PBH KTM
Time to leave this sacred kingdom and return to our beloved and chaotic Nepal, in our quiet Tibetan neighborhood. Transfer to the airport early in the morning for another beautiful flight literally next to the Himalayas back to Kathmandu. After checking in at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we have experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already quite familiar with our Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its many important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, take photos, take care of the souvenirs we want to take home for ourselves and for friends and family. At the end of the day we will meet for our farewell dinner.
Time to leave this sacred kingdom and return to our beloved and chaotic Nepal, in our quieter neighborhood of Boudhnath. Transfer to the airport, perhaps very early in the morning, for another beautiful flight literally next to the Himalayas, back to Kathmandu. Flight times from Bhutan change a lot, as do the weather conditions in the highest mountains on our planet. So, if we have time to take an afternoon tour of Kathmandu, we have that option. If we fly a little later, after checking in at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, the end of today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we have experienced in these two special countries and cultures.
Choose return flights from Brazil
Our hotel is available until noon tomorrow. So, you can choose, according to your preferences and availability of flights, whether you fly from today to tomorrow, during the day or night of tomorrow.
Lumbini > Kathmandu
Transfer to the nearest airport in Lumbini, approx. 20min, and flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting, with an incredible view of the snow-capped mountains, the highest on our planet: the Himalayas. Arrival in the Kathmandu Valley, transfer to the hotel in the Tibetan neighborhood, with a free afternoon around the great stupa of Boudhnath with assistance.
Around the great stupa (Tib: chörten) of boudhanath In our Tibetan neighborhood, full of monasteries, we will find nuns, monks and lay Tibetans, sometimes great masters, making their koras (circumambulations), turning the famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs, reciting mantras and lighting lamps, especially in the late afternoon and early morning. We will take advantage of one of the cafés or restaurants to observe and assimilate our first contact on this trip with these people who, in a more direct or indirect way, keep alive to this day, throughout the world, the legacy of the Nalanda University that we visited a few days ago.
Transfer
Flight
International departure flight back to Brazil
Transfer with assistance to the airport for the flight back to Brazil.
Some travellers may fly out this morning. Some will fly out tomorrow morning or in the afternoon. So, today will be the last day of our trip. We are always welcome to buy some souvenirs and enjoy this country that will surely have offered us special experiences and touched us a lot. Take another tour of the places we liked the most, make some more koras, walk, take pictures, read, write, get to know some other places. Whatever is best and according to each traveller's preference.
If you're feeling up to it, as a way to make the most of our last visit, we can make an extra visit to one of Guru Rinpoche's caves. This will conclude our visits to the sacred places of Buddhism.
A free morning or, as our flights usually leave Kathmandu in the evening, a free day to buy souvenirs and enjoy this country that will surely have offered us incredible experiences and touched us a lot. Take another tour of the places you liked the most, make some more koras, walk, take photos, read, write, get to know some other places. Whatever is best and according to each traveller's preference.
Transfer with assistance to the airport for the group flight back to Brazil. If you need or prefer to fly before or after the group flight, we will organize an extra transfer with our full support as well. Have a great return!
Transfer with assistance to the airport for the flight back to Brazil.
Nota
We intentionally made some visits different from what we normally do, as well as spending one or two days shorter in Nepal. We certainly saw the most important points of Kathmandu, which were also quite special. Even so, if you can and are interested, we recommend staying for one, two or three more days in Kathmandu, during which you can: (1) visit Durbar Square in a neighboring city called Bhaktapur, (2) have a little more free time in Kathmandu, as well as, for those interested, (3) visit other areas of the valley, whether those of greatest interest to Buddhist practitioners, such as Pharphing and Namo Buddha, or those who want to stay in the mountains (options: Namo Buddha, Nagarkot, Dhulikhel), and so on. There are many possibilities in these regions (see here). The point is to see if it is the best time or in a next coming!
Nota
We intentionally made some visits different from what we normally do, as well as spending one or two days shorter in Nepal. We certainly saw the most important points of Kathmandu, which were also quite special. Even so, if you can and are interested, we recommend staying for one, two or three more days in Kathmandu, during which you can: (1) visit Durbar Square in a neighboring city called Bhaktapur, (2) make sure you can visit Patan, as well as Pashupatinath if your flight from Bhutan leaves later, (3) have a little more free time in Kathmandu, as well as, for those interested, visit other areas of the valley, whether those of greatest interest to Buddhist practitioners, such as Pharphing and Namo Buddha, or those who want to stay in the mountains (options: Namo Buddha, Nagarkot, Dhulikhel), and so on. There are many possibilities in these regions (see here). The point is to see if it is the best time or in a next coming!
Nota
We intentionally made some visits different from what we normally do, as well as the period in Nepal being one or two days shorter. We certainly saw the most important points of Kathmandu, which were also quite special. Even so, if you can and it is of interest to you, we recommend an extension of one, two or three more days in Kathmandu, during which you can: (1) if it is possible to talk to a Buddhist teacher during the days of the program above (more here in opportunities and activities), it is always possible that it will be necessary to exchange some visit or do it in a more focused way, so with one or more extra days we guarantee that you will be able to do all the visits with plenty of time, such as (2) make other visits, such as, for those interested, other areas of the valley, those of greatest interest to Buddhist practitioners, such as Pharphing and Namo Buddha, as well as (3) have a good amount of free time in Kathmandu as well, and so on. There are many possibilities in these regions (see here). The point is to see if it is the best time or in a next coming!
Free afternoon in Boudhnath
Walk
Durbar Square Patan Museum Patan Golden Temple Free time
Late afternoon free at bookstores, cafes, Buddhist art, craft, mountain clothing and equipment stores, stupa, temples or monasteries in the well-known Patan, Thamel or Boudhnath, as each traveller prefers.
Likewise, a free day is always in high demand. If you're up for it, we can go together to Pashupatinath, the Shiva temple, near our neighborhood. If anyone can stay an extra day, two days, however long it takes, we're sure you'll make the most of those days, whether in Kathmandu itself, nearby regions on the edge of the valley, or by popping into Lumbini or Pokhara. Let us know so we can think about it together and we'll support you, of course.
The international flight can be that night or the next morning or afternoon. This way, you will have a hotel until you arrive at the airport so that you can use the room to pack your bags calmly and rest a little before your international flights. Together, we will choose the best flight combination for your trip, taking all these precautions into account.
We hope you enjoyed your time in Nepal and Tibet. We will be in touch until you get back home and hope you return soon for more travels! Have a great flight!
Likewise, a free day is always in great demand. If you are up for it, we can go together to Pashupatinath, the Shiva temple, near our neighborhood. If anyone can stay for another day, two days, however long, we are sure that they will make the most of those days. Let us know so that we can think about it together and we will support you, of course.
The international flight can be that night or the next morning or afternoon. This way, you will have a hotel until you arrive at the airport so that you can use the room to pack your bags calmly and rest a little before your international flights. Together, we will choose the best flight combination for your trip, taking all these precautions into account.
We hope you enjoyed your time in Nepal and Tibet. We will be in touch until you get back home and hope you return soon for more travels! Have a great flight!
Flight
Boudhnath
PBH KTM
Time to leave this sacred kingdom and return to our beloved and chaotic Nepal, in our quiet Tibetan neighborhood. Transfer to the airport early in the morning for another beautiful flight literally next to the Himalayas back to Kathmandu. After checking in at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we have experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already quite familiar with our Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its many important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, take photos, take care of the souvenirs we want to take home for ourselves and for friends and family. At the end of the day we will meet for our farewell dinner.
Time to leave this sacred kingdom and return to our beloved and chaotic Nepal, in our quieter neighborhood of Boudhnath. Transfer to the airport, perhaps very early in the morning, for another beautiful flight literally next to the Himalayas, back to Kathmandu. Flight times from Bhutan change a lot, as do the weather conditions in the highest mountains on our planet. So, if we have time to take an afternoon tour of Kathmandu, we have that option. If we fly a little later, after checking in at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, the end of today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we have experienced in these two special countries and cultures.
Choose return flights from Brazil
Our hotel is available until noon tomorrow. So, you can choose, according to your preferences and availability of flights, whether you fly from today to tomorrow, during the day or night of tomorrow.
Lumbini > Kathmandu
Transfer to the nearest airport in Lumbini, approx. 20min, and flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting, with an incredible view of the snow-capped mountains, the highest on our planet: the Himalayas. Arrival in the Kathmandu Valley, transfer to the hotel in the Tibetan neighborhood, with a free afternoon around the great stupa of Boudhnath with assistance.
Around the great stupa (Tib: chörten) of boudhanath In our Tibetan neighborhood, full of monasteries, we will find nuns, monks and lay Tibetans, sometimes great masters, making their koras (circumambulations), turning the famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs, reciting mantras and lighting lamps, especially in the late afternoon and early morning. We will take advantage of one of the cafés or restaurants to observe and assimilate our first contact on this trip with these people who, in a more direct or indirect way, keep alive to this day, throughout the world, the legacy of the Nalanda University that we visited a few days ago.
Transfer
Flight
International departure flight back to Brazil
Transfer with assistance to the airport for the flight back to Brazil.
Some travellers may fly out this morning. Some will fly out tomorrow morning or in the afternoon. So, today will be the last day of our trip. We are always welcome to buy some souvenirs and enjoy this country that will surely have offered us special experiences and touched us a lot. Take another tour of the places we liked the most, make some more koras, walk, take pictures, read, write, get to know some other places. Whatever is best and according to each traveller's preference.
If you're feeling up to it, as a way to make the most of our last visit, we can make an extra visit to one of Guru Rinpoche's caves. This will conclude our visits to the sacred places of Buddhism.
A free morning or, as our flights usually leave Kathmandu in the evening, a free day to buy souvenirs and enjoy this country that will surely have offered us incredible experiences and touched us a lot. Take another tour of the places you liked the most, make some more koras, walk, take photos, read, write, get to know some other places. Whatever is best and according to each traveller's preference.
Transfer with assistance to the airport for the group flight back to Brazil. If you need or prefer to fly before or after the group flight, we will organize an extra transfer with our full support as well. Have a great return!
Transfer with assistance to the airport for the flight back to Brazil.
Nota
We intentionally made some visits different from what we normally do, as well as spending one or two days shorter in Nepal. We certainly saw the most important points of Kathmandu, which were also quite special. Even so, if you can and are interested, we recommend staying for one, two or three more days in Kathmandu, during which you can: (1) visit Durbar Square in a neighboring city called Bhaktapur, (2) have a little more free time in Kathmandu, as well as, for those interested, (3) visit other areas of the valley, whether those of greatest interest to Buddhist practitioners, such as Pharphing and Namo Buddha, or those who want to stay in the mountains (options: Namo Buddha, Nagarkot, Dhulikhel), and so on. There are many possibilities in these regions (see here). The point is to see if it is the best time or in a next coming!
Nota
We intentionally made some visits different from what we normally do, as well as spending one or two days shorter in Nepal. We certainly saw the most important points of Kathmandu, which were also quite special. Even so, if you can and are interested, we recommend staying for one, two or three more days in Kathmandu, during which you can: (1) visit Durbar Square in a neighboring city called Bhaktapur, (2) make sure you can visit Patan, as well as Pashupatinath if your flight from Bhutan leaves later, (3) have a little more free time in Kathmandu, as well as, for those interested, visit other areas of the valley, whether those of greatest interest to Buddhist practitioners, such as Pharphing and Namo Buddha, or those who want to stay in the mountains (options: Namo Buddha, Nagarkot, Dhulikhel), and so on. There are many possibilities in these regions (see here). The point is to see if it is the best time or in a next coming!
Nota
We intentionally made some visits different from what we normally do, as well as the period in Nepal being one or two days shorter. We certainly saw the most important points of Kathmandu, which were also quite special. Even so, if you can and it is of interest to you, we recommend an extension of one, two or three more days in Kathmandu, during which you can: (1) if it is possible to talk to a Buddhist teacher during the days of the program above (more here in opportunities and activities), it is always possible that it will be necessary to exchange some visit or do it in a more focused way, so with one or more extra days we guarantee that you will be able to do all the visits with plenty of time, such as (2) make other visits, such as, for those interested, other areas of the valley, those of greatest interest to Buddhist practitioners, such as Pharphing and Namo Buddha, as well as (3) have a good amount of free time in Kathmandu as well, and so on. There are many possibilities in these regions (see here). The point is to see if it is the best time or in a next coming!
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Briefing
Swayambunath
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Thamel
Boudhnath
After a well-deserved rest from the trip to Nepal, breakfast to start our day in the Kathmandu Valley!
We will begin our visits with a short walk in the region of the second largest stupa in the valley, Swayambunath (translation: self-arising). Legend has it that the hill where the stupa stands arose from the spot where the bodhisattva Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom, picked a lotus flower after emptying the lake in what is now the Kathmandu Valley. Weather permitting, we will have a view of the entire city. We will make our koras around the stupa and visit its small monasteries.
After our first afternoon in Boudhnath, we will begin our morning visits with a short walk in the area of the second largest stupa in the valley, Swayambunath (translation: self-arising). Legend has it that the hill where the stupa stands arose from the spot where the bodhisattva Manjushri, the bodhisattva of wisdom, picked a lotus flower after emptying the lake in what is now the Kathmandu Valley. Weather permitting, we will have a view of the entire city. We will make our koras around the stupa and visit its small monasteries.
Before Bhutan
From Swayambu we will continue to Durbar Square, (Palace Square) in Kathmandu where a small living goddess, the Kumari, lives. The durbar squares of the Kathmandu Valley were built by kings who were heirs of the Malla dynasty, from the 12th to the 18th centuries, which, in this case, were fortunate enough to compete in architectural beauty. There are numerous temples of various Hindu gods around the palace. We will then walk to the travellers' quarter in Kathmandu, Thamel, with numerous good restaurants, mountaineering shops, Nepalese crafts, bookstores, for a good meal and, if anyone needs it, to buy some clothes for the days in Bhutan.
No Bhutan with more travel
From Swayambu we will continue to Durbar Square, (Palace Square) in Kathmandu where a small living goddess, the Kumari, lives. The durbar squares of the Kathmandu Valley were built by kings who were heirs of the Malla dynasty, from the 12th to the 18th centuries, which, in this case, were fortunate enough to compete in architectural beauty. There are numerous temples of various Hindu gods around the palace. We will then walk to the travellers' quarter in Kathmandu, Thamel, with numerous good restaurants, mountaineering shops, Nepalese crafts, bookstores, for a good meal and, if someone needs it, to buy some clothes, for example, for the next trip.
no more trips
From Swayambu we will continue to Durbar Square, (Palace Square) in Kathmandu where a small living goddess, the Kumari, lives. The durbar squares of the Kathmandu Valley were built by kings who were heirs of the Malla dynasty, from the 12th to the 18th centuries, which, in this case, were fortunate enough to compete in architectural beauty. There are numerous temples of various Hindu gods around the palace. We will then walk to the travellers' quarter in Kathmandu, Thamel, with numerous good restaurants, mountaineering shops, Nepalese crafts, bookstores, for a good meal and, if someone needs it, to buy some clothes, for example, for trekking or future trips.
After our lunch, we will return to Boudhnath To accompany a puja (practice) in one of the monasteries, we can perform koras with the Tibetans and possibly do a meditation practice. On this day, if anyone wishes, it is possible to visit another of the palace squares in the valley, Kathmandu's Durbar Square.
After our visits, walks and lunch, we will return to the stupa of boudhanath, full of flags, famous prayer wheels with millions of Om Mani Padma Hungs and many monasteries of great masters that we can visit.
Pharphing
Today we will go to a village in a quieter area approximately 40 minutes south of the Kathmandu Valley, PharphingWe will visit two important caves of Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava). Here, this great master and father of Buddhism in Tibet attained the third level of vidyadhara, called the great seal. As the Buddha himself explained, we will visit places where great masters lived and meditated. We will be able to hang Tibetan flags on a hill above Asura, with a beautiful view of the valley and surrounding mountains. We will have time to walk through the village as an invitation to a meditation practice of Buddha Shakyamuni, which we will have with us, authorized by the Rinpoche of this monastery. Those interested can do this daily in auspicious places like Pharphing, or at our hotel when it is more convenient. On the stone next to one of the caves we will visit, we will see a mark that Guru Rinpoche made with his hand.
At the end of our day we will return to the Thamel region for another good meal.
After a well-deserved rest from the trip to Nepal, we'll have breakfast and then have our briefing. We'll discuss important practical travel tips for Nepal and Tibet, such as traffic, money, health, customs, etc. We'll then head to a village in a quieter region south of the Kathmandu Valley. PharphingWe will visit two important caves of Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava). Here, this great master and father of Buddhism in Tibet attained the third level of vidyadhara, called the great seal. As the Buddha himself explained, visiting places where great masters lived and meditated is an important way to accumulate merit. We will have a meditation practice of Buddha Shakyamuni with us, which was authorized by the Rinpoche of this monastery and (by invitation) we can do daily in auspicious places like Pharphing, or at our hotel when it is more convenient. On the stone next to one of the caves we will visit, we will see a mark that Guru Rinpoche made with his hand. We will end our day in the travellers' neighborhood, Thamel, for a good meal and in case anyone needs to buy warm clothing or some mountain gear for the trip.
Bhaktapur
Changunarayan
Dhulikhel
Nagarkot
Namo Buddha
Pashupatinath
Pashupatinath Trek
From our hotel we will take a walk to the temple complex of Pashupatinath, which surrounds the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. In addition to the main temple, dedicated to the most tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
Bhaktapur
Today we will visit one of the three main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Along with Patan and Kathmandu, which we will visit in the next few days, they were once capitals of the Malla empire that competed in architectural beauty with the beautiful squares of their palaces. Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will visit the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). A listed city with limited traffic flow, strolling through its narrow streets, palace, temples, and the Potters' Square is like experiencing a glimpse into everyday life in medieval Nepal. Bhaktapur is the location where the film Little Buddha was filmed.
Namo Buddha
In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha. After breakfast, we will take a leisurely walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers in that life kept his relics. If you prefer, our vehicle can make this journey instead of walking for a few minutes.
Today we will visit another quieter region around the Kathmandu Valley, Dhulikhel and Namo BuddhaIn a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a starving tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Because of his level of attainment, Buddha offered his own body where Thrangu Rinpoche's monastery now stands. We'll visit the monastery and then take a short, pleasant walk to the stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Bhaktapur > Namo Buddha
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo BuddhaWe'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Return Kathmandu > Bhaktapur
On the way to our Tibetan neighborhood in the Kathmandu Valley, we will visit the third of the valley's main ancient cities, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited vehicle flow, where, for example, the film Little Buddha was filmed. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little about the daily life of medieval times in Nepal.
Return Kathmandu > Bhaktapur > End of day free
After our peaceful night in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, we will continue our journey to our Tibetan neighborhood and hotel in Kathmandu. On the way, we have the option of visiting the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). The place where the film Little Buddha was filmed, for example. We will walk through its medieval streets, among temples and old houses, including the potters' square. At the end of the day, we will have free time to enjoy our Boudhnath neighborhood and return to Thamel, as each traveller prefers. Later, we will celebrate our days and experiences together in these incredible cultures and landscapes with a pleasant dinner.
Boudha Return
After checking in back at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already very familiar with the Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and the valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its numerous important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, photograph, take care of the memories if we take them for ourselves as well as for friends and family.
Return via Pashupatinath
On the way back to Kathmandu, we will visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha). We have a few options for this afternoon. We can use it to go to Thamel, if anyone still needs more clothes or equipment for our days in Bhutan. We can also enjoy our Tibetan quarter, doing our circumambulations, walking through the monasteries, doing our meditation practice, enjoying one of the cafes and the stupa to write, read or take some more photos. We also have the option of visiting another palace square, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, where a small living goddess, Kumari, resides.
Return via Changunarayan
In the morning we will visit the oldest temple in Kathmandu, called Changu Narayan. This is another opportunity to walk through the mountains and ethnic villages of Nepal. We set aside this afternoon to explore some of the places already visited, to return to Thamel if you need any more equipment or clothes for the trip to Bhutan, and to take advantage of its bookstores, Nepalese crafts stores and cafes.
Return Kathmandu > Bhutan
Back in our Tibetan neighborhood, we will prepare for our very beautiful flight to Bhutan tomorrow.
Visit Namo Buddha > Dhulikhel night
Today we will visit another quieter region of the Kathmandu Valley. First we will travel for approximately 2 hours to the mountains surrounding the valley, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will go down the mountain for a few minutes to our hotel in Namo Buddha or Dhulikhel. Arriving at our hotel, we will have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we will be able to see the snow-capped Himalayan mountains at sunset and sunrise from the hotel restaurant and from our beds in our rooms.
Lhasa > Dhulikhel
In the morning, return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are more than eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal we will go to our hotel in a very quiet region of the valley, Dhulikhel, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, due to his level of achievement, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where the Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed the visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and it will be an important opportunity, at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, to sit, read, write, photograph, walk or take the opportunity to do a brief meditation practice now. almost at the end of our trip. From our rooms and our hotel's restaurant, in good weather, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Lhasa > Namo Buddha
In the morning, we will return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are over eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal, we will head to our hotel in a very quiet part of the valley, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed our visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and this will be an important opportunity to sit, read, write, take photos, walk or do a brief meditation practice at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, now that we are almost at the end of our trip. From the restaurant area of our hotel, if the weather is good, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Changunarayan
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
Nagarkot
Arriving in Nagarkot, a village that is quieter than the cities in the valley, with the weather permitting we will have beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalaya mountains. In addition to a pleasant moment to enjoy the peace of nature, sunset and sunrise, there will be possibilities for good walks in the region.
Nagarkot with trek
Today we head to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. In this quieter region, with more nature, we can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little of this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, men and women weave, adults take care of houses and plantations, some houses still built with traditional materials and format, with the animals on the first floor and the house above. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
We will now head to a village in the mountains (approx. 2200m) surrounding the Kathmandu Valley (average 1400m). With all the history, ethnicities and traditions in the cities in the valley, going to a quieter place is an opportunity to experience a little of the rhythm of life in most of Nepal: with its valleys, terraces and mountains. If you're feeling up to it, you can take a walk around the region, and the peaceful stay in itself, in this context in the Himalayas, with the weather allowing views of the highest mountains in the world, is in itself a very special experience.
We will now continue for approximately 1 hour to another village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot, where we can experience a bit of the more tranquil Nepalese villages nestled in its beautiful mountains and valleys. It is also a very inviting place for our meditation practice, individually or together, or for a hike, as each traveller prefers. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains of the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Depending on our rhythm that day, we can rest, enjoy the region and visit Namo Buddha the next morning.
Lhasa > Nagarkot
Time for us to depart this sacred kingdom and return to our dear, messy Nepal. Transfer to the airport early in the morning for another beautiful flight literally alongside the Himalayas back to Kathmandu.
Instead of returning to the big city, from the airport we will first head to the third of the main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its narrow streets is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will continue our journey, approx. 1 am, to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunsets and sunrises.
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
village day
A very peaceful day in this region with more nature. We can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, gentlemen and ladies weave, adults take care of houses and crops, some houses are still built with materials and traditional format, with animals on the first floor and housing above.
Patan
Durbar Square,
Patan Museum
golden temple
Free time
After our peaceful night in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, we will continue our journey to our Tibetan neighborhood and hotel in Kathmandu. On the way, we have the option of visiting the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). The place where the film Little Buddha was filmed, for example. We will walk through its medieval streets, among temples and old houses, including the potters' square. At the end of the day, we will have free time to enjoy our Boudhnath neighborhood and return to Thamel, as each traveller prefers. Later, we will celebrate our days and experiences together in these incredible cultures and landscapes with a pleasant dinner.
Boudha Return
After checking in back at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already very familiar with the Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and the valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its numerous important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, photograph, take care of the memories if we take them for ourselves as well as for friends and family.
Return via Pashupatinath
On the way back to Kathmandu, we will visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha). We have a few options for this afternoon. We can use it to go to Thamel, if anyone still needs more clothes or equipment for our days in Bhutan. We can also enjoy our Tibetan quarter, doing our circumambulations, walking through the monasteries, doing our meditation practice, enjoying one of the cafes and the stupa to write, read or take some more photos. We also have the option of visiting another palace square, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, where a small living goddess, Kumari, resides.
At the end of the morning, we will head to Patan’s charming Durbar Square, famous for its artists and beautiful temples. There, we will visit a small, very well-designed and very educational museum of Hindu and Buddhist art. Nearby, we will visit the small and beautiful Golden Temple, still used today by Nepalese Buddhists from the same clan as Buddha Sakyamuni himself. Patan has a good option for lunch; it is a good place to buy Buddhist statues (as in Boudha too), of excellent quality, and to walk through these medieval streets and temples.
Free afternoon in bookstores, cafes, Buddhist art shops, craft shops, mountain clothing and equipment, stupas, temples or monasteries in the well-known Patan, Thamel or Boudhnath, as each traveller prefers.
Return of Namo Buddha
We will continue to the friendly Durbar Square Patan, very famous for its artists and beautiful temples. There we will visit a small, very well-made and very educational museum of Hindu and Buddhist art. Nearby, we will visit the small and beautiful Golden Temple, used to this day by Nepalese Buddhists from the same clan as Buddha Sakyamuni himself. Patan is a good option for our lunch, it is a good place to buy Buddhist statues (as in Boudha too), of excellent quality, as well as to walk through these medieval streets and their temples.
At the end of the day we will return to our now well-known neighborhood of Boudhnath.
Bhaktapur
Changunarayan
Dhulikhel
Nagarkot
Namo Buddha
Pashupatinath
Pashupatinath Trek
From our hotel we will take a walk to the temple complex of Pashupatinath, which surrounds the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. In addition to the main temple, dedicated to the most tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
Bhaktapur
Today we will visit one of the three main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Along with Patan and Kathmandu, which we will visit in the next few days, they were once capitals of the Malla empire that competed in architectural beauty with the beautiful squares of their palaces. Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will visit the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). A listed city with limited traffic flow, strolling through its narrow streets, palace, temples, and the Potters' Square is like experiencing a glimpse into everyday life in medieval Nepal. Bhaktapur is the location where the film Little Buddha was filmed.
Namo Buddha
In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha. After breakfast, we will take a leisurely walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers in that life kept his relics. If you prefer, our vehicle can make this journey instead of walking for a few minutes.
Today we will visit another quieter region around the Kathmandu Valley, Dhulikhel and Namo BuddhaIn a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a starving tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Because of his level of attainment, Buddha offered his own body where Thrangu Rinpoche's monastery now stands. We'll visit the monastery and then take a short, pleasant walk to the stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Bhaktapur > Namo Buddha
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo BuddhaWe'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Return Kathmandu > Bhaktapur
On the way to our Tibetan neighborhood in the Kathmandu Valley, we will visit the third of the valley's main ancient cities, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited vehicle flow, where, for example, the film Little Buddha was filmed. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little about the daily life of medieval times in Nepal.
Return Kathmandu > Bhaktapur > End of day free
After our peaceful night in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, we will continue our journey to our Tibetan neighborhood and hotel in Kathmandu. On the way, we have the option of visiting the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). The place where the film Little Buddha was filmed, for example. We will walk through its medieval streets, among temples and old houses, including the potters' square. At the end of the day, we will have free time to enjoy our Boudhnath neighborhood and return to Thamel, as each traveller prefers. Later, we will celebrate our days and experiences together in these incredible cultures and landscapes with a pleasant dinner.
Boudha Return
After checking in back at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already very familiar with the Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and the valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its numerous important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, photograph, take care of the memories if we take them for ourselves as well as for friends and family.
Return via Pashupatinath
On the way back to Kathmandu, we will visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha). We have a few options for this afternoon. We can use it to go to Thamel, if anyone still needs more clothes or equipment for our days in Bhutan. We can also enjoy our Tibetan quarter, doing our circumambulations, walking through the monasteries, doing our meditation practice, enjoying one of the cafes and the stupa to write, read or take some more photos. We also have the option of visiting another palace square, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, where a small living goddess, Kumari, resides.
Return via Changunarayan
In the morning we will visit the oldest temple in Kathmandu, called Changu Narayan. This is another opportunity to walk through the mountains and ethnic villages of Nepal. We set aside this afternoon to explore some of the places already visited, to return to Thamel if you need any more equipment or clothes for the trip to Bhutan, and to take advantage of its bookstores, Nepalese crafts stores and cafes.
Return Kathmandu > Bhutan
Back in our Tibetan neighborhood, we will prepare for our very beautiful flight to Bhutan tomorrow.
Visit Namo Buddha > Dhulikhel night
Today we will visit another quieter region of the Kathmandu Valley. First we will travel for approximately 2 hours to the mountains surrounding the valley, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will go down the mountain for a few minutes to our hotel in Namo Buddha or Dhulikhel. Arriving at our hotel, we will have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we will be able to see the snow-capped Himalayan mountains at sunset and sunrise from the hotel restaurant and from our beds in our rooms.
Lhasa > Dhulikhel
In the morning, return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are more than eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal we will go to our hotel in a very quiet region of the valley, Dhulikhel, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, due to his level of achievement, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where the Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed the visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and it will be an important opportunity, at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, to sit, read, write, photograph, walk or take the opportunity to do a brief meditation practice now. almost at the end of our trip. From our rooms and our hotel's restaurant, in good weather, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Lhasa > Namo Buddha
In the morning, we will return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are over eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal, we will head to our hotel in a very quiet part of the valley, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed our visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and this will be an important opportunity to sit, read, write, take photos, walk or do a brief meditation practice at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, now that we are almost at the end of our trip. From the restaurant area of our hotel, if the weather is good, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Changunarayan
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
Nagarkot
Arriving in Nagarkot, a village that is quieter than the cities in the valley, with the weather permitting we will have beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalaya mountains. In addition to a pleasant moment to enjoy the peace of nature, sunset and sunrise, there will be possibilities for good walks in the region.
Nagarkot with trek
Today we head to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. In this quieter region, with more nature, we can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little of this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, men and women weave, adults take care of houses and plantations, some houses still built with traditional materials and format, with the animals on the first floor and the house above. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
We will now head to a village in the mountains (approx. 2200m) surrounding the Kathmandu Valley (average 1400m). With all the history, ethnicities and traditions in the cities in the valley, going to a quieter place is an opportunity to experience a little of the rhythm of life in most of Nepal: with its valleys, terraces and mountains. If you're feeling up to it, you can take a walk around the region, and the peaceful stay in itself, in this context in the Himalayas, with the weather allowing views of the highest mountains in the world, is in itself a very special experience.
We will now continue for approximately 1 hour to another village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot, where we can experience a bit of the more tranquil Nepalese villages nestled in its beautiful mountains and valleys. It is also a very inviting place for our meditation practice, individually or together, or for a hike, as each traveller prefers. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains of the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Depending on our rhythm that day, we can rest, enjoy the region and visit Namo Buddha the next morning.
Lhasa > Nagarkot
Time for us to depart this sacred kingdom and return to our dear, messy Nepal. Transfer to the airport early in the morning for another beautiful flight literally alongside the Himalayas back to Kathmandu.
Instead of returning to the big city, from the airport we will first head to the third of the main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its narrow streets is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will continue our journey, approx. 1 am, to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunsets and sunrises.
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
village day
A very peaceful day in this region with more nature. We can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, gentlemen and ladies weave, adults take care of houses and crops, some houses are still built with materials and traditional format, with animals on the first floor and housing above.
Bhaktapur
Changunarayan
Dhulikhel
Nagarkot
Namo Buddha
Pashupatinath
Bring text
Pashupatinath Trek
From our hotel we will take a walk to the temple complex of Pashupatinath, which surrounds the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. In addition to the main temple, dedicated to the most tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
Bhaktapur
Today we will visit one of the three main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Along with Patan and Kathmandu, which we will visit in the next few days, they were once capitals of the Malla empire that competed in architectural beauty with the beautiful squares of their palaces. Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will visit the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). A listed city with limited traffic flow, strolling through its narrow streets, palace, temples, and the Potters' Square is like experiencing a glimpse into everyday life in medieval Nepal. Bhaktapur is the location where the film Little Buddha was filmed.
Namo Buddha simple arrival in the afternoon
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo Buddha.
Namo Buddha walk after breakfast
In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha. After breakfast, we will take a leisurely walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers in that life kept his relics. If you prefer, our vehicle can make this journey instead of walking for a few minutes.
Namo Buddha general with visit before hotel
Today we will visit another quieter region around the Kathmandu Valley, Dhulikhel and Namo BuddhaIn a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a starving tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Because of his level of attainment, Buddha offered his own body where Thrangu Rinpoche's monastery now stands. We'll visit the monastery and then take a short, pleasant walk to the stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Bhaktapur > Namo Buddha
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo BuddhaWe'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Return Kathmandu > Bhaktapur
On the way to our Tibetan neighborhood in the Kathmandu Valley, we will visit the third of the valley's main ancient cities, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited vehicle flow, where, for example, the film Little Buddha was filmed. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little about the daily life of medieval times in Nepal.
Return Kathmandu > Bhaktapur > End of day free
After our peaceful night in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, we will continue our journey to our Tibetan neighborhood and hotel in Kathmandu. On the way, we have the option of visiting the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). The place where the film Little Buddha was filmed, for example. We will walk through its medieval streets, among temples and old houses, including the potters' square. At the end of the day, we will have free time to enjoy our Boudhnath neighborhood and return to Thamel, as each traveller prefers. Later, we will celebrate our days and experiences together in these incredible cultures and landscapes with a pleasant dinner.
Boudha Return
After checking in back at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already very familiar with the Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and the valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its numerous important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, photograph, take care of the memories if we take them for ourselves as well as for friends and family.
Return via Pashupatinath
On the way back to Kathmandu, we will visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha). We have a few options for this afternoon. We can use it to go to Thamel, if anyone still needs more clothes or equipment for our days in Bhutan. We can also enjoy our Tibetan quarter, doing our circumambulations, walking through the monasteries, doing our meditation practice, enjoying one of the cafes and the stupa to write, read or take some more photos. We also have the option of visiting another palace square, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, where a small living goddess, Kumari, resides.
Return via Changunarayan
In the morning we will visit the oldest temple in Kathmandu, called Changu Narayan. This is another opportunity to walk through the mountains and ethnic villages of Nepal. We set aside this afternoon to explore some of the places already visited, to return to Thamel if you need any more equipment or clothes for the trip to Bhutan, and to take advantage of its bookstores, Nepalese crafts stores and cafes.
Return Kathmandu > Bhutan
Back in our Tibetan neighborhood, we will prepare for our very beautiful flight to Bhutan tomorrow.
Visit Namo Buddha > Dhulikhel night
Today we will visit another quieter region of the Kathmandu Valley. First we will travel for approximately 2 hours to the mountains surrounding the valley, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will go down the mountain for a few minutes to our hotel in Namo Buddha or Dhulikhel. Arriving at our hotel, we will have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we will be able to see the snow-capped Himalayan mountains at sunset and sunrise from the hotel restaurant and from our beds in our rooms.
Lhasa > Dhulikhel
In the morning, return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are more than eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal we will go to our hotel in a very quiet region of the valley, Dhulikhel, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, due to his level of achievement, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where the Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed the visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and it will be an important opportunity, at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, to sit, read, write, photograph, walk or take the opportunity to do a brief meditation practice now. almost at the end of our trip. From our rooms and our hotel's restaurant, in good weather, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Lhasa > Namo Buddha
In the morning, we will return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are over eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal, we will head to our hotel in a very quiet part of the valley, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed our visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and this will be an important opportunity to sit, read, write, take photos, walk or do a brief meditation practice at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, now that we are almost at the end of our trip. From the restaurant area of our hotel, if the weather is good, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Changunarayan
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
Nagarkot
Arriving in Nagarkot, a village that is quieter than the cities in the valley, with the weather permitting we will have beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalaya mountains. In addition to a pleasant moment to enjoy the peace of nature, sunset and sunrise, there will be possibilities for good walks in the region.
Nagarkot with trek
Today we head to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. In this quieter region, with more nature, we can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little of this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, men and women weave, adults take care of houses and plantations, some houses still built with traditional materials and format, with the animals on the first floor and the house above. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
We will now head to a village in the mountains (approx. 2200m) surrounding the Kathmandu Valley (average 1400m). With all the history, ethnicities and traditions in the cities in the valley, going to a quieter place is an opportunity to experience a little of the rhythm of life in most of Nepal: with its valleys, terraces and mountains. If you're feeling up to it, you can take a walk around the region, and the peaceful stay in itself, in this context in the Himalayas, with the weather allowing views of the highest mountains in the world, is in itself a very special experience.
We will now continue for approximately 1 hour to another village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot, where we can experience a bit of the more tranquil Nepalese villages nestled in its beautiful mountains and valleys. It is also a very inviting place for our meditation practice, individually or together, or for a hike, as each traveller prefers. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains of the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Depending on our rhythm that day, we can rest, enjoy the region and visit Namo Buddha the next morning.
Lhasa > Nagarkot
Time for us to depart this sacred kingdom and return to our dear, messy Nepal. Transfer to the airport early in the morning for another beautiful flight literally alongside the Himalayas back to Kathmandu.
Instead of returning to the big city, from the airport we will first head to the third of the main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its narrow streets is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will continue our journey, approx. 1 am, to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunsets and sunrises.
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
village day
A very peaceful day in this region with more nature. We can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, gentlemen and ladies weave, adults take care of houses and crops, some houses are still built with materials and traditional format, with animals on the first floor and housing above.
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In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha. After breakfast, we will take a leisurely walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers in that life kept his relics. If you prefer, our vehicle can make this journey instead of walking for a few minutes.
We will continue to the friendly Durbar Square Patan, very famous for its artists and beautiful temples. There we will visit a small, very well-made and very educational museum of Hindu and Buddhist art. Nearby, we will visit the small and beautiful Golden Temple, used to this day by Nepalese Buddhists from the same clan as Buddha Sakyamuni himself. Patan is a good option for our lunch, it is a good place to buy Buddhist statues (as in Boudha too), of excellent quality, as well as to walk through these medieval streets and their temples.
At the end of the day we will return to our now well-known neighborhood of Boudhnath.
Bhaktapur
Changunarayan
Dhulikhel
Nagarkot
Namo Buddha
Pashupatinath
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WALK Hotel > Pashupatinath
From our hotel we will take a walk to the temple complex of Pashupatinath, which surrounds the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. In addition to the main temple, dedicated to the most tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
BHAKTAPUR
Today we will visit one of the three main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Along with Patan and Kathmandu, which we will visit in the next few days, they were once capitals of the Malla empire that competed in architectural beauty with the beautiful squares of their palaces. Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will visit the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). A listed city with limited traffic flow, strolling through its narrow streets, palace, temples, and the Potters' Square is like experiencing a glimpse into everyday life in medieval Nepal. Bhaktapur is the location where the film Little Buddha was filmed.
NAMO BUDDHA
Namo Buddha simple arrival in the afternoon
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo Buddha.
Namo Buddha walk after breakfast
In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha. After breakfast, we will take a leisurely walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers in that life kept his relics. If you prefer, our vehicle can make this journey instead of walking for a few minutes.
Namo Buddha general with visit before hotel
Today we will visit another quieter region around the Kathmandu Valley, Dhulikhel and Namo BuddhaIn a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a starving tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Because of his level of attainment, Buddha offered his own body where Thrangu Rinpoche's monastery now stands. We'll visit the monastery and then take a short, pleasant walk to the stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Bhaktapur > Namo Buddha
After our walk and lunch, we will head to a quieter area of the valley, Namo BuddhaWe'll arrive at our hotel, where we'll have a peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we'll be able to see the snow-capped Himalayas from the hotel restaurant at sunset and sunrise.
Return Bhaktapur > Kathmandu
On the way to our Tibetan neighborhood in the Kathmandu Valley, we will visit the third of the valley's main ancient cities, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited vehicle flow, where, for example, the film Little Buddha was filmed. Walking through its alleys is like getting to know a little about the daily life of medieval times in Nepal.
Return Bhaktapur > Kathmandu > End of free day
After our peaceful night in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, we will continue our journey to our Tibetan neighborhood and hotel in Kathmandu. On the way, we have the option of visiting the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). The place where the film Little Buddha was filmed, for example. We will walk through its medieval streets, among temples and old houses, including the potters' square. At the end of the day, we will have free time to enjoy our Boudhnath neighborhood and return to Thamel, as each traveller prefers. Later, we will celebrate our days and experiences together in these incredible cultures and landscapes with a pleasant dinner.
Boudha Return
After checking in back at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already very familiar with the Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and the valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its numerous important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, photograph, take care of the memories if we take them for ourselves as well as for friends and family.
Return via Pashupatinath
On the way back to Kathmandu, we will visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha). We have a few options for this afternoon. We can use it to go to Thamel, if anyone still needs more clothes or equipment for our days in Bhutan. We can also enjoy our Tibetan quarter, doing our circumambulations, walking through the monasteries, doing our meditation practice, enjoying one of the cafes and the stupa to write, read or take some more photos. We also have the option of visiting another palace square, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, where a small living goddess, Kumari, resides.
Return via Changunarayan
In the morning we will visit the oldest temple in Kathmandu, called Changu Narayan. This is another opportunity to walk through the mountains and ethnic villages of Nepal. We set aside this afternoon to explore some of the places already visited, to return to Thamel if you need any more equipment or clothes for the trip to Bhutan, and to take advantage of its bookstores, Nepalese crafts stores and cafes.
Return Kathmandu > Bhutan
Back in our Tibetan neighborhood, we will prepare for our very beautiful flight to Bhutan tomorrow.
DHULIKHEL
Visit Namo Buddha > Dhulikhel night
Today we will visit another quieter region of the Kathmandu Valley. First we will travel for approximately 2 hours to the mountains surrounding the valley, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will go down the mountain for a few minutes to our hotel in Namo Buddha or Dhulikhel. Arriving at our hotel, we will have a very peaceful end to the day with a beautiful view. If the weather is clear, we will be able to see the snow-capped Himalayan mountains at sunset and sunrise from the hotel restaurant and from our beds in our rooms.
LHASA
Lhasa > Dhulikhel
In the morning, return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are more than eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal we will go to our hotel in a very quiet region of the valley, Dhulikhel, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, due to his level of achievement, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where the Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed the visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and it will be an important opportunity, at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, to sit, read, write, photograph, walk or take the opportunity to do a brief meditation practice now. almost at the end of our trip. From our rooms and our hotel's restaurant, in good weather, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
Lhasa > Namo Buddha
In the morning, we will return to Lhasa airport for another incredible flight that will cross the highest mountain range in the world. In good weather, it is possible to see six of the only fourteen mountains in the world that are over eight thousand meters high. Back in Nepal, we will head to our hotel in a very quiet part of the valley, close to another important Buddhist site, Namo Buddha. In a previous life, Buddha Sakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, encountered a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is today a Thrangu Rinpoche monastery. Just below, after a pleasant walk, there is a stupa where Buddha's brothers, in that life, kept his relics. We will have completed our visit to the three most sacred stupas in the Kathmandu Valley and this will be an important opportunity to sit, read, write, take photos, walk or do a brief meditation practice at the stupa itself or back at our hotel, now that we are almost at the end of our trip. From the restaurant area of our hotel, if the weather is good, we will have a view of the snow-capped Himalayas, the region we have been traveling through in recent weeks.
NAGARKOT
Arriving in Nagarkot, a village that is quieter than the cities in the valley, with the weather permitting we will have beautiful views of the snow-capped Himalaya mountains. In addition to a pleasant moment to enjoy the peace of nature, sunset and sunrise, there will be possibilities for good walks in the region.
Nagarkot with trek
Today we head to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. In this quieter region, with more nature, we can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little of this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, men and women weave, adults take care of houses and plantations, some houses still built with traditional materials and format, with the animals on the first floor and the house above. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
We will now head to a village in the mountains (approx. 2200m) surrounding the Kathmandu Valley (average 1400m). With all the history, ethnicities and traditions in the cities in the valley, going to a quieter place is an opportunity to experience a little of the rhythm of life in most of Nepal: with its valleys, terraces and mountains. If you're feeling up to it, you can take a walk around the region, and the peaceful stay in itself, in this context in the Himalayas, with the weather allowing views of the highest mountains in the world, is in itself a very special experience.
We will now continue for approximately 1 hour to another village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot, where we can experience a bit of the more tranquil Nepalese villages nestled in its beautiful mountains and valleys. It is also a very inviting place for our meditation practice, individually or together, or for a hike, as each traveller prefers. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains of the Himalayas, with beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Changunarayan
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
Depending on our rhythm that day, we can rest, enjoy the region and visit Namo Buddha the next morning.
Lhasa > Nagarkot
Time for us to depart this sacred kingdom and return to our dear, messy Nepal. Transfer to the airport early in the morning for another beautiful flight literally alongside the Himalayas back to Kathmandu.
Instead of returning to the big city, from the airport we will first head to the third of the main ancient cities in the valley, Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion and pur: Hindu city). Bhaktapur is a listed city, with limited traffic flow. Walking through its narrow streets is like getting to know a little bit of everyday life in medieval Nepal.
We will continue our journey, approx. 1 am, to a village in the mountains surrounding the valley, Nagarkot. Weather permitting, we will have views of the highest and snowiest mountains in the Himalayas, with beautiful sunsets and sunrises.
On the way we can also visit the oldest temple in the entire valley, Changunarayan. We usually go by car. If by chance someone prefers to go for a walk, we have that possibility.
village day
A very peaceful day in this region with more nature. We can take a walk through one of the villages of one of the many ethnic groups in Nepal, to experience a little this rhythm of life where children take care of animals, gentlemen and ladies weave, adults take care of houses and crops, some houses are still built with materials and traditional format, with animals on the first floor and housing above.
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Night at Namo Buddha > Breakfast > Visit to Namo Buddha
In a previous life, Buddha Shakyamuni, when he was still a bodhisattva, met a hungry tigress with nothing to feed her cubs. Buddha, because of his level of realization, offered his own body where there is now a monastery of Thrangu Rinpoche, in Namo Buddha. After breakfast, we will take a leisurely walk to the monastery and then to the stupa where Buddha's brothers in that life kept his relics. If you prefer, our vehicle can make this journey instead of walking for a few minutes.
Dia(s) Namo Buddha > Patan
After our peaceful breakfast at Namo Buddha, we will head to the friendly Durbar Square Patan. Very famous for its artists and beautiful temples. Here we'll visit a small, very well-designed, and quite educational museum of Hindu and Buddhist art. Nearby, we'll visit the small and beautiful Golden Temple, still used today by Nepalese Buddhists from the same clan as Buddha Sakyamuni. Patan offers a good option for lunch; it's a good place to buy Buddhist statues (as in Boudha), of excellent quality, and to stroll through these medieval streets and temples.
We will continue to the friendly Durbar Square Patan, very famous for its artists and beautiful temples. There we will visit a small, very well-made and very educational museum of Hindu and Buddhist art. Nearby, we will visit the small and beautiful Golden Temple, used to this day by Nepalese Buddhists from the same clan as Buddha Sakyamuni himself. Patan is a good option for our lunch, it is a good place to buy Buddhist statues (as in Boudha too), of excellent quality, as well as to walk through these medieval streets and their temples.
At the end of the day we will return to our now well-known neighborhood of Boudhnath.
Pashupatinath
Return of Namo Buddha Dhulikhel Nagarkot
After our peaceful night in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, we will continue our journey to our Tibetan neighborhood and hotel in Kathmandu. On the way, we have the option of visiting the third Durbar Square in the valley, the beautiful Bhaktapur (bhakt: devotion/devotees and pur: Hindu city). The place where the film Little Buddha was filmed, for example. We will walk through its medieval streets, among temples and old houses, including the potters' square. At the end of the day, we will have free time to enjoy our Boudhnath neighborhood and return to Thamel, as each traveller prefers. Later, we will celebrate our days and experiences together in these incredible cultures and landscapes with a pleasant dinner.
Boudha Return
After checking in back at our hotel, always requested and very welcome, today will be dedicated to assimilating everything we experienced in these two special countries and cultures. Already very familiar with the Tibetan neighborhood around the great stupa of Boudhnath, as well as with several places in the city and the valley, we can enjoy revisiting some of its numerous important monasteries, cafes, restaurants, museums and 'little shops'. We can contemplate these important places, read a book, write, walk, photograph, take care of the memories if we take them for ourselves as well as for friends and family.
Return via Pashupatinath
On the way back to Kathmandu, we will visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha). We have a few options for this afternoon. We can use it to go to Thamel, if anyone still needs more clothes or equipment for our days in Bhutan. We can also enjoy our Tibetan quarter, doing our circumambulations, walking through the monasteries, doing our meditation practice, enjoying one of the cafes and the stupa to write, read or take some more photos. We also have the option of visiting another palace square, Kathmandu's Durbar Square, where a small living goddess, Kumari, resides.
We will then take a walk through the temple complex of Pashupatinath, which is located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. In addition to the main temple, dedicated to the most peaceful manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu yogi god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able to do so will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
We will take a walk through the Pashupatinath temple complex, which is located around the Bagmati River, sacred to Hindus. Besides the main temple, dedicated to the more tranquil manifestation of Shiva, Pashupati, there are dozens of smaller temples also dedicated to the Hindu god of destruction and reconstruction. It is also the place where Nepalese who are able will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
We will visit two places today, with an opportunity for a walk for those who get excited! The first site is the important Hindu temple called Pashupatinath. Alongside the sacred Bagmati River, in addition to the main temple there are dozens of small temples dedicated to Shiva, Hinduism's god of destruction and rebuilding. It is also the place where any Nepalese who can will be cremated to ensure a good passage or liberation (moksha).
Free afternoon in Boudhnath
Walk
Durbar Square Patan Museum Patan Golden Temple Free time
Late afternoon free at bookstores, cafes, Buddhist art, craft, mountain clothing and equipment stores, stupa, temples or monasteries in the well-known Patan, Thamel or Boudhnath, as each traveller prefers.
Likewise, a free day is always in high demand. If you're up for it, we can go together to Pashupatinath, the Shiva temple, near our neighborhood. If anyone can stay an extra day, two days, however long it takes, we're sure you'll make the most of those days, whether in Kathmandu itself, nearby regions on the edge of the valley, or by popping into Lumbini or Pokhara. Let us know so we can think about it together and we'll support you, of course.
The international flight can be that night or the next morning or afternoon. This way, you will have a hotel until you arrive at the airport so that you can use the room to pack your bags calmly and rest a little before your international flights. Together, we will choose the best flight combination for your trip, taking all these precautions into account.
We hope you enjoyed your time in Nepal and Tibet. We will be in touch until you get back home and hope you return soon for more travels! Have a great flight!
Likewise, a free day is always in great demand. If you are up for it, we can go together to Pashupatinath, the Shiva temple, near our neighborhood. If anyone can stay for another day, two days, however long, we are sure that they will make the most of those days. Let us know so that we can think about it together and we will support you, of course.
The international flight can be that night or the next morning or afternoon. This way, you will have a hotel until you arrive at the airport so that you can use the room to pack your bags calmly and rest a little before your international flights. Together, we will choose the best flight combination for your trip, taking all these precautions into account.
We hope you enjoyed your time in Nepal and Tibet. We will be in touch until you get back home and hope you return soon for more travels! Have a great flight!
Free afternoon
Free day
We will check the city's cultural agenda for the days in Delhi, as a possibility of a special activity, where great artists from the country perform.
Flight:
Flight
Flights
The day has arrived! Going to Galeão (GIG) and Guarulhos (GRU) in night of October 20, Sunday, for a flight in the early hours of October 21st. Very good flight!
As a rule, airlines in other Brazilian cities require you to check in your checked bag all the way to your final destination, in our case, Delhi. Talking to check-in supervisors at different airlines in Guarulhos, they explained that sometimes the airline systems at different airports in Brazil can't handle check-in all the way to your final destination. Other times, the person checking you in doesn't know how to check in all the way to your final destination. So, talk to the person checking you in; if necessary, call the supervisor and see if you can arrange for your bag to be checked through to your final destination. If that's not possible, no problem. We usually arrive at T2 in Guarulhos, pick up our bag, and continue (a 15-minute walk) to T3. It was also a breeze. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived! You will probably be heading to the airport for your flight this morning, depending on your city, route and flight combination. We will see together what will work best for your arrival! Guilherme will be in touch from the moment you arrive at the airport until your arrival in Delhi. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived! You will probably be heading to the airport for your flight this morning, depending on your city, route and flight combination. We will see together what will work best for your arrival! Guilherme will be in touch from the moment you arrive at the airport until your arrival in Kathmandu. Have a great flight!
The day has come to come to India, or Arya Bhumi as Rinpoche calls it, Land of the Nobles, Land of Buddha. Time to go to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) early this morning. Have a great flight!
The day has come to come to India, or Arya Bhumi as Rinpoche calls it, Land of the Nobles, Land of Buddha. Time to go to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) early this morning. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived to come to India. Heading to Heathrow Airport (LHR). Terminal 5. Great flight!
Connection at Istanbul airport.
Have a good boarding of yours flight in São Paulo (GRU) and connecting in Doha. More information about the connection at Doha case help at this link: here
This is a day that travellers always request. After visiting all the regions of our trip together, already being familiar with Kathmandu, a day to enjoy our Tibetan neighborhood, take a walk around the city, go somewhere we haven't been yet, return with more time to one or more places that We visited, having already met and now being able to enjoy a coffee, review a museum, buy a few things, these are possibilities that are always very welcome by our friends, fellow travellers. Count on our support, of course, and enjoy your day in Nepal!
We will see how the group wants to best enjoy the day. We have some suggestions like a walk around the valley. We will listen to how each Traveller prefers to enjoy the day so we can think about how it will be better for the group, to enjoy the whole day together or if some Travellers prefer to have our support for more independent activities.
After all the preparations have been well taken care of over the last few months, it's time to go to the airport for the flights to Nepal!
We have our hotel available until approx. noon in the morning. So, you can choose to fly back home that night, early morning or tomorrow. It's always quite comfortable to go to the airport while we still have our room available to rest, pack our bags and take a shower.
We hope you enjoyed your travel days. May you have great flights back home and come back soon!
Going to the airport could have been the night before, as explained above, this morning or today, depending on your preference. Very good flights! See you soon!
Regarding times and days, flights normally leave Guarulhos SP (GRU) early in the morning, around 1 or 2am that night. Therefore, anyone traveling to São Paulo from other states must make their domestic flight the day before. And anyone going to GRU by car must go to the airport the night before. Guilherme will certainly contact you before you go to the airport and will be available when you arrive at the airport to see if you need any help, making sure you are arriving with complete peace of mind. Have a great flight and see you soon!
If your flight is today, have a great flight!
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10th 24-Jul-2017 Mon LEH PANGONG LAKE
trip to the lake
pangong lake
A very beautiful trip to this high-altitude lake. An opportunity to sleep in such a rare and special place, wouldn't you agree? Possible visits along the way: Chemrey and Taktok monasteries.
Today we will travel for a good part of the day, to an even more remote region that literally borders Tibet. Pangong Tso (tso = lake in Tibetan) is one of the high-altitude lakes of the Tibetan plateau. That region on the other side of the Himalayas where Ladakh and Tibet are. Part of the lake is in Ladakh and part in Tibet. Like some of these lakes, it's a salt lake! 60 million years ago when the plate of what is now India met Asia, the Himalayas appeared. In the mountain range we find shells, corals (today in the necklaces of the Tibetans and Ladakhis) and some of its lakes were formed with the sea water itself, now so far away. Opportunity to sleep in a place like this today is quite rare and special, yes? Let's enjoy our end of the day on the banks and with the view of Pangong Tso.
11th 25-Jul-2017 Tue PANGONG LAKE LEH
After a night in such a special place as Pangong Tso (tso means lake in Tibetan), I return to Leh.
Today we will travel for a good part of the day, to an even more remote region that literally borders Tibet. Pangong Tso (tso = lake in Tibetan) is one of the high-altitude lakes of the Tibetan plateau. That region on the other side of the Himalayas where Ladakh and Tibet are. Part of the lake is in Ladakh and part in Tibet. Like some of these lakes, it's a salt lake! 60 million years ago when the plate of what is now India met Asia, the Himalayas appeared. In the mountain range we find shells, corals (today in the necklaces of the Tibetans and Ladakhis) and some of its lakes were formed with the sea water itself, now so far away. Opportunity to sleep in a place like this today is quite rare and special, yes? Let's enjoy our end of the day on the banks and with the view of Pangong Tso.
Time to head back to Leh, waking up early, on the way with approx. 3 and a half hours of travel, all going well it is possible that we will have the opportunity to attend a festival in a small important special called Takthok. This is an opportunity to participate in the ancient cultural activities of the people of this region of the world. With more approx. 1h we return to Leh with the end of the day free to walk and enjoy the city's cafes and market.
10th 24-Jul-2017 Mon LEH PANGONG LAKE
trip to the lake
pangong lake
A very beautiful trip to this high-altitude lake. An opportunity to sleep in such a rare and special place, wouldn't you agree? Possible visits along the way: Chemrey and Taktok monasteries.
Today we will travel for a good part of the day, to an even more remote region that literally borders Tibet. Pangong Tso (tso = lake in Tibetan) is one of the high-altitude lakes of the Tibetan plateau. That region on the other side of the Himalayas where Ladakh and Tibet are. Part of the lake is in Ladakh and part in Tibet. Like some of these lakes, it's a salt lake! 60 million years ago when the plate of what is now India met Asia, the Himalayas appeared. In the mountain range we find shells, corals (today in the necklaces of the Tibetans and Ladakhis) and some of its lakes were formed with the sea water itself, now so far away. Opportunity to sleep in a place like this today is quite rare and special, yes? Let's enjoy our end of the day on the banks and with the view of Pangong Tso.
11th 25-Jul-2017 Tue PANGONG LAKE LEH
After a night in such a special place as Pangong Tso (tso means lake in Tibetan), I return to Leh.
Today we will travel for a good part of the day, to an even more remote region that literally borders Tibet. Pangong Tso (tso = lake in Tibetan) is one of the high-altitude lakes of the Tibetan plateau. That region on the other side of the Himalayas where Ladakh and Tibet are. Part of the lake is in Ladakh and part in Tibet. Like some of these lakes, it's a salt lake! 60 million years ago when the plate of what is now India met Asia, the Himalayas appeared. In the mountain range we find shells, corals (today in the necklaces of the Tibetans and Ladakhis) and some of its lakes were formed with the sea water itself, now so far away. Opportunity to sleep in a place like this today is quite rare and special, yes? Let's enjoy our end of the day on the banks and with the view of Pangong Tso.
Time to head back to Leh, waking up early, on the way with approx. 3 and a half hours of travel, all going well it is possible that we will have the opportunity to attend a festival in a small important special called Takthok. This is an opportunity to participate in the ancient cultural activities of the people of this region of the world. With more approx. 1h we return to Leh with the end of the day free to walk and enjoy the city's cafes and market.
Flight
Car trip
Train
Tushita
Registration
Walk
Main temple
Norbulingkha
Tibetan Library
Teaching
Free day
End of free day
Group arrival
Now that the whole group has arrived, we'll meet for breakfast and then head to the airport, near our hotel, for our flight to Dharamsala.
Arrival of group 2
Arrival at Gaggal airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then we will decide whether to register for the teachings (with passport in hand and 3x4 photo if requested, as lately they have been taking the photo on the spot) before or after lunch, depending on the number of people and registration times. Walk to the main temple and, if there is time, along the path around the temple where the Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Normal arrival
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or Mcleod Ganj, for check-in at our hotel.
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then walk to the main temple. If time allows, we will also walk along the path around the temple where Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Tushita
In the mornings there is a program at Lama Zopa Rinpoche's center, called Tushita. Lama Zopa is a great master of Tibetan Buddhism, born in the Everest region; his centers and monasteries around the world offer excellent in-person and online courses. In addition to the always incredible libraries (see schedule), in the mornings we can participate in a meditation with instruction (we confirm the time the day before). A wonderful opportunity. Also a way to get to know the environment of a retreat center in a slightly higher area of Dharamsala.
In the afternoon we can take a walk to one of Lama Zopa Rinpoche's centers, called Tushita. We will talk to them to find out if there will be any events scheduled, and if they will be open for visits on those days.
Teaching
Morning lessons.
In the morning teaching. For official translations from Tibetan to English we need one (1) FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so it can be a very simple analog or digital radio. We'll talk. A good headset helps. We can also, either bring from home or easily buy the day before: (2) a pillow and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably, (3) a cup or bottle (plastic if we want to avoid disposable cups), to We bring water (in the case of a bottle) to drink the tea they offer during breaks. (4) Remember to wear comfortable clothes to sit in the morning, which will be a very special opportunity.
In the morning, teachings will be given on the book on the Middle Way by Chandrakirti. For official translations from Tibetan to English and possibly to Portuguese (we will discuss with our translator friend if Guilherme is interested in translating from English to Portuguese), we need (1) an FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so a small radio like a football game radio, such as an MP3 player, will suffice. Guilherme can buy one for anyone interested in the first weeks of September when he will be in Dharamsala. Good headphones are helpful! We can also bring from Brazil or easily buy one the day before, (2) a cushion and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably. (3) A cup or bottle (plastic), again bringing from Brazil or buying here the day before, can be useful both for carrying water (in the case of the bottle) and for drinking the tea offered during breaks. Comfortable clothing for sitting during the morning will be a very special opportunity.
SS Temple description
To end the day on a high note, we suggest a visit to the main temple of Dharamsala. Downstairs there is the pandits' room, one of the places where we can receive teachings. Upstairs, there is the Kalachakra temple and the temple with statues of Avolektsvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, and Guru Rinpoche, or Padmasambhava, the great Indian master and yogi who brought Buddhism to Tibet in the 19th century. XVIII. You will see that on each side of the altar there is a set of books (in Tibetan format). One is mainly the words of the Buddha, called in Tibetan Kangyur, and the other is commentaries by great masters, called Tengyur. We usually do at least three circumambulations, in Tibetan 'kora', around these two temples on the top floor.
Along with the visit to the main temple, a kora (circummbulation) along the path around the hill where the house of HH the Dalai Lama is located is a great way to walk a little, if it's late in the afternoon, or even at sunset. the light and views are very beautiful.
Norbulingka
A good option now is to go down to Lower Dharamsala, the lower part of the city proper, to visit a Tibetan art school. With the help of one of the school's guides (request one at reception), you can visit workshops in carpentry, weaving, and, most importantly, fabric painting called thangkha. Besides the school's temple, which is very beautiful, there's a very pleasant garden with a café and a restaurant serving delicious lunch (it's always good to call ahead to confirm they are open and their hours). There's also a shop run by the school selling clothes, household items, and practice tools made by the school itself, priced a bit higher than what you find on the street, but of much higher quality.
In the afternoon we will check if the Norbulingkha art institute will be open during the teaching days. Using our own vehicle, we will visit this area near the lower part of Dharamsala city, depending on availability for visits on those specific days.
Library
On the way back to the hotel area, Mcleodganj, we will visit the Tibetan Library. A very beautiful project for the preservation of ancient Tibetan texts. It's where you can take philosophy courses (depending on the time of year, you can even attend a morning class if you prefer) and Tibetan language courses. There's a library with books in English, a room (someone may be available to show you around) with various ancient versions of the Buddhist canon, and a small, interesting museum (it's always good to check the opening hours a day before). Backpacks need to be left at reception, which is quite straightforward (it's always a good idea to carry money and documents with you). Depending on your time, there's a small monastery of the Tibetan oracle, Nechung, near the library, or it might be better to continue to Mcleodganj to visit the main temple at your leisure.
In the afternoon we will suggest a walk to the Tibetan Library. It is not usually open during teachings (we will talk to them), but it is still worth seeing from the outside, along with the oracle monastery, Nechung.
In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Tibetan Library, as with all visits, according to the opening hours for those specific teaching days. There are plenty of alternatives such as a walk to a waterfall, a Tibetan medicine institute, a museum, or even review classes of the morning teachings.
If you're interested, check if the small museum of the Tibetan medicine institute, Men-Tsee-Khang, is open as you exit the Library and Tibetan government area, when you return to the main road. There you'll see some thangkas (Tibetan paintings on fabric) with instructions on Tibetan medicine, which herbs they use, and so on.
Triund
For today we're planning a hike to Triund. Triund is a mountain we see from McLeod, from where we have a view of even higher mountains right next to it, further north (image above). We'll drive to the start of the trail and then, taking our time, eating and hydrating well, and walking carefully, it will take us 3 to 4 hours to reach the highest point of the hike. Remember to bring your passport as sometimes you need to register (a simple check-in) at the start of the trail. The hike itself is the enjoyable part. Once you get to the top, enjoy the view, both of the higher mountains to the north and of Dharamsala downwards. Check with the local guide if there will be a stall at the top selling water, maybe a snack or two, extra chocolate if you want. From there we have two options for the return trip. By the same path we came up. A well-known, easy path. Or by a very beautiful path making a complete loop. The descent is very beautiful but also a bit steep (hiking poles help a lot for the knees on the descents). This is an opportunity to be in a less crowded area. At some point, we'll leave this ridge and enter a forest until we cross a river (over the rocks) at the Bagsu waterfall. We'll meet up with the other Indian travellers until we reach our car. Leaving very early (always a good idea), and taking it easy, consider a full-day hike, as the descent can often take longer than the ascent. Okay? Enjoy yourselves! Let's talk more.
Morning lesson. Perhaps with bags already packed for transport after the lesson to our return flight to Delhi.
Return
In Delhi, transfer to the same hotel as the start of the program, in the airport complex itself, for your flight the following morning to Kathmandu's Nepal Experiences and Goals trip!
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Flight
Car trip
Train
Tushita
Registration
Walk
Main temple
Norbulingkha
Tibetan Library
Teaching
Free day
End of free day
Group arrival
Now that the whole group has arrived, we'll meet for breakfast and then head to the airport, near our hotel, for our flight to Dharamsala.
Arrival of group 2
Arrival at Gaggal airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then we will decide whether to register for the teachings (with passport in hand and 3x4 photo if requested, as lately they have been taking the photo on the spot) before or after lunch, depending on the number of people and registration times. Walk to the main temple and, if there is time, along the path around the temple where the Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Normal arrival
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or Mcleod Ganj, for check-in at our hotel.
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then walk to the main temple. If time allows, we will also walk along the path around the temple where Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Tushita
In the mornings there is a program at Lama Zopa Rinpoche's center, called Tushita. Lama Zopa is a great master of Tibetan Buddhism, born in the Everest region; his centers and monasteries around the world offer excellent in-person and online courses. In addition to the always incredible libraries (see schedule), in the mornings we can participate in a meditation with instruction (we confirm the time the day before). A wonderful opportunity. Also a way to get to know the environment of a retreat center in a slightly higher area of Dharamsala.
In the afternoon we can take a walk to one of Lama Zopa Rinpoche's centers, called Tushita. We will talk to them to find out if there will be any events scheduled, and if they will be open for visits on those days.
Teaching
Morning lessons.
In the morning teaching. For official translations from Tibetan to English we need one (1) FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so it can be a very simple analog or digital radio. We'll talk. A good headset helps. We can also, either bring from home or easily buy the day before: (2) a pillow and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably, (3) a cup or bottle (plastic if we want to avoid disposable cups), to We bring water (in the case of a bottle) to drink the tea they offer during breaks. (4) Remember to wear comfortable clothes to sit in the morning, which will be a very special opportunity.
In the morning, teachings will be given on the book on the Middle Way by Chandrakirti. For official translations from Tibetan to English and possibly to Portuguese (we will discuss with our translator friend if Guilherme is interested in translating from English to Portuguese), we need (1) an FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so a small radio like a football game radio, such as an MP3 player, will suffice. Guilherme can buy one for anyone interested in the first weeks of September when he will be in Dharamsala. Good headphones are helpful! We can also bring from Brazil or easily buy one the day before, (2) a cushion and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably. (3) A cup or bottle (plastic), again bringing from Brazil or buying here the day before, can be useful both for carrying water (in the case of the bottle) and for drinking the tea offered during breaks. Comfortable clothing for sitting during the morning will be a very special opportunity.
SS Temple description
To end the day on a high note, we suggest a visit to the main temple of Dharamsala. Downstairs there is the pandits' room, one of the places where we can receive teachings. Upstairs, there is the Kalachakra temple and the temple with statues of Avolektsvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, and Guru Rinpoche, or Padmasambhava, the great Indian master and yogi who brought Buddhism to Tibet in the 19th century. XVIII. You will see that on each side of the altar there is a set of books (in Tibetan format). One is mainly the words of the Buddha, called in Tibetan Kangyur, and the other is commentaries by great masters, called Tengyur. We usually do at least three circumambulations, in Tibetan 'kora', around these two temples on the top floor.
Along with the visit to the main temple, a kora (circummbulation) along the path around the hill where the house of HH the Dalai Lama is located is a great way to walk a little, if it's late in the afternoon, or even at sunset. the light and views are very beautiful.
Norbulingka
A good option now is to go down to Lower Dharamsala, the lower part of the city proper, to visit a Tibetan art school. With the help of one of the school's guides (request one at reception), you can visit workshops in carpentry, weaving, and, most importantly, fabric painting called thangkha. Besides the school's temple, which is very beautiful, there's a very pleasant garden with a café and a restaurant serving delicious lunch (it's always good to call ahead to confirm they are open and their hours). There's also a shop run by the school selling clothes, household items, and practice tools made by the school itself, priced a bit higher than what you find on the street, but of much higher quality.
In the afternoon we will check if the Norbulingkha art institute will be open during the teaching days. Using our own vehicle, we will visit this area near the lower part of Dharamsala city, depending on availability for visits on those specific days.
Library
On the way back to the hotel area, Mcleodganj, we will visit the Tibetan Library. A very beautiful project for the preservation of ancient Tibetan texts. It's where you can take philosophy courses (depending on the time of year, you can even attend a morning class if you prefer) and Tibetan language courses. There's a library with books in English, a room (someone may be available to show you around) with various ancient versions of the Buddhist canon, and a small, interesting museum (it's always good to check the opening hours a day before). Backpacks need to be left at reception, which is quite straightforward (it's always a good idea to carry money and documents with you). Depending on your time, there's a small monastery of the Tibetan oracle, Nechung, near the library, or it might be better to continue to Mcleodganj to visit the main temple at your leisure.
In the afternoon we will suggest a walk to the Tibetan Library. It is not usually open during teachings (we will talk to them), but it is still worth seeing from the outside, along with the oracle monastery, Nechung.
In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Tibetan Library, as with all visits, according to the opening hours for those specific teaching days. There are plenty of alternatives such as a walk to a waterfall, a Tibetan medicine institute, a museum, or even review classes of the morning teachings.
If you're interested, check if the small museum of the Tibetan medicine institute, Men-Tsee-Khang, is open as you exit the Library and Tibetan government area, when you return to the main road. There you'll see some thangkas (Tibetan paintings on fabric) with instructions on Tibetan medicine, which herbs they use, and so on.
Triund
For today we're planning a hike to Triund. Triund is a mountain we see from McLeod, from where we have a view of even higher mountains right next to it, further north (image above). We'll drive to the start of the trail and then, taking our time, eating and hydrating well, and walking carefully, it will take us 3 to 4 hours to reach the highest point of the hike. Remember to bring your passport as sometimes you need to register (a simple check-in) at the start of the trail. The hike itself is the enjoyable part. Once you get to the top, enjoy the view, both of the higher mountains to the north and of Dharamsala downwards. Check with the local guide if there will be a stall at the top selling water, maybe a snack or two, extra chocolate if you want. From there we have two options for the return trip. By the same path we came up. A well-known, easy path. Or by a very beautiful path making a complete loop. The descent is very beautiful but also a bit steep (hiking poles help a lot for the knees on the descents). This is an opportunity to be in a less crowded area. At some point, we'll leave this ridge and enter a forest until we cross a river (over the rocks) at the Bagsu waterfall. We'll meet up with the other Indian travellers until we reach our car. Leaving very early (always a good idea), and taking it easy, consider a full-day hike, as the descent can often take longer than the ascent. Okay? Enjoy yourselves! Let's talk more.
Morning lesson. Perhaps with bags already packed for transport after the lesson to our return flight to Delhi.
Return
In Delhi, transfer to the same hotel as the start of the program, in the airport complex itself, for your flight the following morning to Kathmandu's Nepal Experiences and Goals trip!
SpiceJet SG2194 Dharamsala 16:00 Delhi 17:40
Flight
Car trip
Train
Tushita
Registration
Walk
Main temple
Norbulingkha
Tibetan Library
Teaching
Free day
End of free day
Group arrival
Now that the whole group has arrived, we'll meet for breakfast and then head to the airport, near our hotel, for our flight to Dharamsala.
Arrival of group 2
Arrival at Gaggal airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then we will decide whether to register for the teachings (with passport in hand and 3x4 photo if requested, as lately they have been taking the photo on the spot) before or after lunch, depending on the number of people and registration times. Walk to the main temple and, if there is time, along the path around the temple where the Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Normal arrival
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or Mcleod Ganj, for check-in at our hotel.
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then walk to the main temple. If time allows, we will also walk along the path around the temple where Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Tushita
In the mornings there is a program at Lama Zopa Rinpoche's center, called Tushita. Lama Zopa is a great master of Tibetan Buddhism, born in the Everest region; his centers and monasteries around the world offer excellent in-person and online courses. In addition to the always incredible libraries (see schedule), in the mornings we can participate in a meditation with instruction (we confirm the time the day before). A wonderful opportunity. Also a way to get to know the environment of a retreat center in a slightly higher area of Dharamsala.
In the afternoon we can take a walk to one of Lama Zopa Rinpoche's centers, called Tushita. We will talk to them to find out if there will be any events scheduled, and if they will be open for visits on those days.
Teaching
Morning lessons.
In the morning teaching. For official translations from Tibetan to English we need one (1) FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so it can be a very simple analog or digital radio. We'll talk. A good headset helps. We can also, either bring from home or easily buy the day before: (2) a pillow and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably, (3) a cup or bottle (plastic if we want to avoid disposable cups), to We bring water (in the case of a bottle) to drink the tea they offer during breaks. (4) Remember to wear comfortable clothes to sit in the morning, which will be a very special opportunity.
In the morning, teachings will be given on the book on the Middle Way by Chandrakirti. For official translations from Tibetan to English and possibly to Portuguese (we will discuss with our translator friend if Guilherme is interested in translating from English to Portuguese), we need (1) an FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so a small radio like a football game radio, such as an MP3 player, will suffice. Guilherme can buy one for anyone interested in the first weeks of September when he will be in Dharamsala. Good headphones are helpful! We can also bring from Brazil or easily buy one the day before, (2) a cushion and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably. (3) A cup or bottle (plastic), again bringing from Brazil or buying here the day before, can be useful both for carrying water (in the case of the bottle) and for drinking the tea offered during breaks. Comfortable clothing for sitting during the morning will be a very special opportunity.
SS Temple description
To end the day on a high note, we suggest a visit to the main temple of Dharamsala. Downstairs there is the pandits' room, one of the places where we can receive teachings. Upstairs, there is the Kalachakra temple and the temple with statues of Avolektsvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, and Guru Rinpoche, or Padmasambhava, the great Indian master and yogi who brought Buddhism to Tibet in the 19th century. XVIII. You will see that on each side of the altar there is a set of books (in Tibetan format). One is mainly the words of the Buddha, called in Tibetan Kangyur, and the other is commentaries by great masters, called Tengyur. We usually do at least three circumambulations, in Tibetan 'kora', around these two temples on the top floor.
Along with the visit to the main temple, a kora (circummbulation) along the path around the hill where the house of HH the Dalai Lama is located is a great way to walk a little, if it's late in the afternoon, or even at sunset. the light and views are very beautiful.
Norbulingka
A good option now is to go down to Lower Dharamsala, the lower part of the city proper, to visit a Tibetan art school. With the help of one of the school's guides (request one at reception), you can visit workshops in carpentry, weaving, and, most importantly, fabric painting called thangkha. Besides the school's temple, which is very beautiful, there's a very pleasant garden with a café and a restaurant serving delicious lunch (it's always good to call ahead to confirm they are open and their hours). There's also a shop run by the school selling clothes, household items, and practice tools made by the school itself, priced a bit higher than what you find on the street, but of much higher quality.
In the afternoon we will check if the Norbulingkha art institute will be open during the teaching days. Using our own vehicle, we will visit this area near the lower part of Dharamsala city, depending on availability for visits on those specific days.
Library
On the way back to the hotel area, Mcleodganj, we will visit the Tibetan Library. A very beautiful project for the preservation of ancient Tibetan texts. It's where you can take philosophy courses (depending on the time of year, you can even attend a morning class if you prefer) and Tibetan language courses. There's a library with books in English, a room (someone may be available to show you around) with various ancient versions of the Buddhist canon, and a small, interesting museum (it's always good to check the opening hours a day before). Backpacks need to be left at reception, which is quite straightforward (it's always a good idea to carry money and documents with you). Depending on your time, there's a small monastery of the Tibetan oracle, Nechung, near the library, or it might be better to continue to Mcleodganj to visit the main temple at your leisure.
In the afternoon we will suggest a walk to the Tibetan Library. It is not usually open during teachings (we will talk to them), but it is still worth seeing from the outside, along with the oracle monastery, Nechung.
In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Tibetan Library, as with all visits, according to the opening hours for those specific teaching days. There are plenty of alternatives such as a walk to a waterfall, a Tibetan medicine institute, a museum, or even review classes of the morning teachings.
If you're interested, check if the small museum of the Tibetan medicine institute, Men-Tsee-Khang, is open as you exit the Library and Tibetan government area, when you return to the main road. There you'll see some thangkas (Tibetan paintings on fabric) with instructions on Tibetan medicine, which herbs they use, and so on.
Triund
For today we're planning a hike to Triund. Triund is a mountain we see from McLeod, from where we have a view of even higher mountains right next to it, further north (image above). We'll drive to the start of the trail and then, taking our time, eating and hydrating well, and walking carefully, it will take us 3 to 4 hours to reach the highest point of the hike. Remember to bring your passport as sometimes you need to register (a simple check-in) at the start of the trail. The hike itself is the enjoyable part. Once you get to the top, enjoy the view, both of the higher mountains to the north and of Dharamsala downwards. Check with the local guide if there will be a stall at the top selling water, maybe a snack or two, extra chocolate if you want. From there we have two options for the return trip. By the same path we came up. A well-known, easy path. Or by a very beautiful path making a complete loop. The descent is very beautiful but also a bit steep (hiking poles help a lot for the knees on the descents). This is an opportunity to be in a less crowded area. At some point, we'll leave this ridge and enter a forest until we cross a river (over the rocks) at the Bagsu waterfall. We'll meet up with the other Indian travellers until we reach our car. Leaving very early (always a good idea), and taking it easy, consider a full-day hike, as the descent can often take longer than the ascent. Okay? Enjoy yourselves! Let's talk more.
Morning lesson. Perhaps with bags already packed for transport after the lesson to our return flight to Delhi.
Return
In Delhi, transfer to the same hotel as the start of the program, in the airport complex itself, for your flight the following morning to Kathmandu's Nepal Experiences and Goals trip!
SpiceJet SG2194 Dharamsala 16:00 Delhi 17:40
Flight
Car trip
Train
Tushita
Registration
Walk
Main temple
Norbulingkha
Tibetan Library
Teaching
Free day
End of free day
Group arrival
Now that the whole group has arrived, we'll meet for breakfast and then head to the airport, near our hotel, for our flight to Dharamsala.
Arrival of group 2
Arrival at Gaggal airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then we will decide whether to register for the teachings (with passport in hand and 3x4 photo if requested, as lately they have been taking the photo on the spot) before or after lunch, depending on the number of people and registration times. Walk to the main temple and, if there is time, along the path around the temple where the Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Normal arrival
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or Mcleod Ganj, for check-in at our hotel.
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then walk to the main temple. If time allows, we will also walk along the path around the temple where Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Tushita
In the mornings there is a program at Lama Zopa Rinpoche's center, called Tushita. Lama Zopa is a great master of Tibetan Buddhism, born in the Everest region; his centers and monasteries around the world offer excellent in-person and online courses. In addition to the always incredible libraries (see schedule), in the mornings we can participate in a meditation with instruction (we confirm the time the day before). A wonderful opportunity. Also a way to get to know the environment of a retreat center in a slightly higher area of Dharamsala.
In the afternoon we can take a walk to one of Lama Zopa Rinpoche's centers, called Tushita. We will talk to them to find out if there will be any events scheduled, and if they will be open for visits on those days.
Teaching
Morning lessons.
In the morning teaching. For official translations from Tibetan to English we need one (1) FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so it can be a very simple analog or digital radio. We'll talk. A good headset helps. We can also, either bring from home or easily buy the day before: (2) a pillow and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably, (3) a cup or bottle (plastic if we want to avoid disposable cups), to We bring water (in the case of a bottle) to drink the tea they offer during breaks. (4) Remember to wear comfortable clothes to sit in the morning, which will be a very special opportunity.
In the morning, teachings will be given on the book on the Middle Way by Chandrakirti. For official translations from Tibetan to English and possibly to Portuguese (we will discuss with our translator friend if Guilherme is interested in translating from English to Portuguese), we need (1) an FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so a small radio like a football game radio, such as an MP3 player, will suffice. Guilherme can buy one for anyone interested in the first weeks of September when he will be in Dharamsala. Good headphones are helpful! We can also bring from Brazil or easily buy one the day before, (2) a cushion and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably. (3) A cup or bottle (plastic), again bringing from Brazil or buying here the day before, can be useful both for carrying water (in the case of the bottle) and for drinking the tea offered during breaks. Comfortable clothing for sitting during the morning will be a very special opportunity.
SS Temple description
To end the day on a high note, we suggest a visit to the main temple of Dharamsala. Downstairs there is the pandits' room, one of the places where we can receive teachings. Upstairs, there is the Kalachakra temple and the temple with statues of Avolektsvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, and Guru Rinpoche, or Padmasambhava, the great Indian master and yogi who brought Buddhism to Tibet in the 19th century. XVIII. You will see that on each side of the altar there is a set of books (in Tibetan format). One is mainly the words of the Buddha, called in Tibetan Kangyur, and the other is commentaries by great masters, called Tengyur. We usually do at least three circumambulations, in Tibetan 'kora', around these two temples on the top floor.
Along with the visit to the main temple, a kora (circummbulation) along the path around the hill where the house of HH the Dalai Lama is located is a great way to walk a little, if it's late in the afternoon, or even at sunset. the light and views are very beautiful.
Norbulingka
A good option now is to go down to Lower Dharamsala, the lower part of the city proper, to visit a Tibetan art school. With the help of one of the school's guides (request one at reception), you can visit workshops in carpentry, weaving, and, most importantly, fabric painting called thangkha. Besides the school's temple, which is very beautiful, there's a very pleasant garden with a café and a restaurant serving delicious lunch (it's always good to call ahead to confirm they are open and their hours). There's also a shop run by the school selling clothes, household items, and practice tools made by the school itself, priced a bit higher than what you find on the street, but of much higher quality.
In the afternoon we will check if the Norbulingkha art institute will be open during the teaching days. Using our own vehicle, we will visit this area near the lower part of Dharamsala city, depending on availability for visits on those specific days.
Library
On the way back to the hotel area, Mcleodganj, we will visit the Tibetan Library. A very beautiful project for the preservation of ancient Tibetan texts. It's where you can take philosophy courses (depending on the time of year, you can even attend a morning class if you prefer) and Tibetan language courses. There's a library with books in English, a room (someone may be available to show you around) with various ancient versions of the Buddhist canon, and a small, interesting museum (it's always good to check the opening hours a day before). Backpacks need to be left at reception, which is quite straightforward (it's always a good idea to carry money and documents with you). Depending on your time, there's a small monastery of the Tibetan oracle, Nechung, near the library, or it might be better to continue to Mcleodganj to visit the main temple at your leisure.
In the afternoon we will suggest a walk to the Tibetan Library. It is not usually open during teachings (we will talk to them), but it is still worth seeing from the outside, along with the oracle monastery, Nechung.
In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Tibetan Library, as with all visits, according to the opening hours for those specific teaching days. There are plenty of alternatives such as a walk to a waterfall, a Tibetan medicine institute, a museum, or even review classes of the morning teachings.
If you're interested, check if the small museum of the Tibetan medicine institute, Men-Tsee-Khang, is open as you exit the Library and Tibetan government area, when you return to the main road. There you'll see some thangkas (Tibetan paintings on fabric) with instructions on Tibetan medicine, which herbs they use, and so on.
Triund
For today we're planning a hike to Triund. Triund is a mountain we see from McLeod, from where we have a view of even higher mountains right next to it, further north (image above). We'll drive to the start of the trail and then, taking our time, eating and hydrating well, and walking carefully, it will take us 3 to 4 hours to reach the highest point of the hike. Remember to bring your passport as sometimes you need to register (a simple check-in) at the start of the trail. The hike itself is the enjoyable part. Once you get to the top, enjoy the view, both of the higher mountains to the north and of Dharamsala downwards. Check with the local guide if there will be a stall at the top selling water, maybe a snack or two, extra chocolate if you want. From there we have two options for the return trip. By the same path we came up. A well-known, easy path. Or by a very beautiful path making a complete loop. The descent is very beautiful but also a bit steep (hiking poles help a lot for the knees on the descents). This is an opportunity to be in a less crowded area. At some point, we'll leave this ridge and enter a forest until we cross a river (over the rocks) at the Bagsu waterfall. We'll meet up with the other Indian travellers until we reach our car. Leaving very early (always a good idea), and taking it easy, consider a full-day hike, as the descent can often take longer than the ascent. Okay? Enjoy yourselves! Let's talk more.
Morning lesson. Perhaps with bags already packed for transport after the lesson to our return flight to Delhi.
Return
In Delhi, transfer to the same hotel as the start of the program, in the airport complex itself, for your flight the following morning to Kathmandu's Nepal Experiences and Goals trip!
SpiceJet SG2194 Dharamsala 16:00 Delhi 17:40
Flight
Car trip
Train
Tushita
Registration
Walk
Main temple
Norbulingkha
Tibetan Library
Teaching
Free day
End of free day
Group arrival
Now that the whole group has arrived, we'll meet for breakfast and then head to the airport, near our hotel, for our flight to Dharamsala.
Arrival of group 2
Arrival at Gaggal airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then we will decide whether to register for the teachings (with passport in hand and 3x4 photo if requested, as lately they have been taking the photo on the spot) before or after lunch, depending on the number of people and registration times. Walk to the main temple and, if there is time, along the path around the temple where the Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Normal arrival
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or Mcleod Ganj, for check-in at our hotel.
Arrival at Gaggal Airport and transfer to the upper part of Dharamsala, where the Tibetans live, called Upper Dharamsala or McLeod Ganj. Check-in at our hotel and then walk to the main temple. If time allows, we will also walk along the path around the temple where Tibetans perform their koras (circumambulations).
Tushita
In the mornings there is a program at Lama Zopa Rinpoche's center, called Tushita. Lama Zopa is a great master of Tibetan Buddhism, born in the Everest region; his centers and monasteries around the world offer excellent in-person and online courses. In addition to the always incredible libraries (see schedule), in the mornings we can participate in a meditation with instruction (we confirm the time the day before). A wonderful opportunity. Also a way to get to know the environment of a retreat center in a slightly higher area of Dharamsala.
In the afternoon we can take a walk to one of Lama Zopa Rinpoche's centers, called Tushita. We will talk to them to find out if there will be any events scheduled, and if they will be open for visits on those days.
Teaching
Morning lessons.
In the morning teaching. For official translations from Tibetan to English we need one (1) FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so it can be a very simple analog or digital radio. We'll talk. A good headset helps. We can also, either bring from home or easily buy the day before: (2) a pillow and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably, (3) a cup or bottle (plastic if we want to avoid disposable cups), to We bring water (in the case of a bottle) to drink the tea they offer during breaks. (4) Remember to wear comfortable clothes to sit in the morning, which will be a very special opportunity.
In the morning, teachings will be given on the book on the Middle Way by Chandrakirti. For official translations from Tibetan to English and possibly to Portuguese (we will discuss with our translator friend if Guilherme is interested in translating from English to Portuguese), we need (1) an FM radio. Cell phones are not allowed on teaching days, so a small radio like a football game radio, such as an MP3 player, will suffice. Guilherme can buy one for anyone interested in the first weeks of September when he will be in Dharamsala. Good headphones are helpful! We can also bring from Brazil or easily buy one the day before, (2) a cushion and/or yoga mat to sit more comfortably. (3) A cup or bottle (plastic), again bringing from Brazil or buying here the day before, can be useful both for carrying water (in the case of the bottle) and for drinking the tea offered during breaks. Comfortable clothing for sitting during the morning will be a very special opportunity.
SS Temple description
To end the day on a high note, we suggest a visit to the main temple of Dharamsala. Downstairs there is the pandits' room, one of the places where we can receive teachings. Upstairs, there is the Kalachakra temple and the temple with statues of Avolektsvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, and Guru Rinpoche, or Padmasambhava, the great Indian master and yogi who brought Buddhism to Tibet in the 19th century. XVIII. You will see that on each side of the altar there is a set of books (in Tibetan format). One is mainly the words of the Buddha, called in Tibetan Kangyur, and the other is commentaries by great masters, called Tengyur. We usually do at least three circumambulations, in Tibetan 'kora', around these two temples on the top floor.
Along with the visit to the main temple, a kora (circummbulation) along the path around the hill where the house of HH the Dalai Lama is located is a great way to walk a little, if it's late in the afternoon, or even at sunset. the light and views are very beautiful.
Norbulingka
A good option now is to go down to Lower Dharamsala, the lower part of the city proper, to visit a Tibetan art school. With the help of one of the school's guides (request one at reception), you can visit workshops in carpentry, weaving, and, most importantly, fabric painting called thangkha. Besides the school's temple, which is very beautiful, there's a very pleasant garden with a café and a restaurant serving delicious lunch (it's always good to call ahead to confirm they are open and their hours). There's also a shop run by the school selling clothes, household items, and practice tools made by the school itself, priced a bit higher than what you find on the street, but of much higher quality.
In the afternoon we will check if the Norbulingkha art institute will be open during the teaching days. Using our own vehicle, we will visit this area near the lower part of Dharamsala city, depending on availability for visits on those specific days.
Library
On the way back to the hotel area, Mcleodganj, we will visit the Tibetan Library. A very beautiful project for the preservation of ancient Tibetan texts. It's where you can take philosophy courses (depending on the time of year, you can even attend a morning class if you prefer) and Tibetan language courses. There's a library with books in English, a room (someone may be available to show you around) with various ancient versions of the Buddhist canon, and a small, interesting museum (it's always good to check the opening hours a day before). Backpacks need to be left at reception, which is quite straightforward (it's always a good idea to carry money and documents with you). Depending on your time, there's a small monastery of the Tibetan oracle, Nechung, near the library, or it might be better to continue to Mcleodganj to visit the main temple at your leisure.
In the afternoon we will suggest a walk to the Tibetan Library. It is not usually open during teachings (we will talk to them), but it is still worth seeing from the outside, along with the oracle monastery, Nechung.
In the afternoon we will take a walk to the Tibetan Library, as with all visits, according to the opening hours for those specific teaching days. There are plenty of alternatives such as a walk to a waterfall, a Tibetan medicine institute, a museum, or even review classes of the morning teachings.
If you're interested, check if the small museum of the Tibetan medicine institute, Men-Tsee-Khang, is open as you exit the Library and Tibetan government area, when you return to the main road. There you'll see some thangkas (Tibetan paintings on fabric) with instructions on Tibetan medicine, which herbs they use, and so on.
Triund
For today we're planning a hike to Triund. Triund is a mountain we see from McLeod, from where we have a view of even higher mountains right next to it, further north (image above). We'll drive to the start of the trail and then, taking our time, eating and hydrating well, and walking carefully, it will take us 3 to 4 hours to reach the highest point of the hike. Remember to bring your passport as sometimes you need to register (a simple check-in) at the start of the trail. The hike itself is the enjoyable part. Once you get to the top, enjoy the view, both of the higher mountains to the north and of Dharamsala downwards. Check with the local guide if there will be a stall at the top selling water, maybe a snack or two, extra chocolate if you want. From there we have two options for the return trip. By the same path we came up. A well-known, easy path. Or by a very beautiful path making a complete loop. The descent is very beautiful but also a bit steep (hiking poles help a lot for the knees on the descents). This is an opportunity to be in a less crowded area. At some point, we'll leave this ridge and enter a forest until we cross a river (over the rocks) at the Bagsu waterfall. We'll meet up with the other Indian travellers until we reach our car. Leaving very early (always a good idea), and taking it easy, consider a full-day hike, as the descent can often take longer than the ascent. Okay? Enjoy yourselves! Let's talk more.
Morning lesson. Perhaps with bags already packed for transport after the lesson to our return flight to Delhi.
Return
In Delhi, transfer to the same hotel as the start of the program, in the airport complex itself, for your flight the following morning to Kathmandu's Nepal Experiences and Goals trip!
SpiceJet SG2194 Dharamsala 16:00 Delhi 17:40
Free afternoon
Free day
We will check the city's cultural agenda for the days in Delhi, as a possibility of a special activity, where great artists from the country perform.
Flight:
Flight
Flights
The day has arrived! Going to Galeão (GIG) and Guarulhos (GRU) in night of October 20, Sunday, for a flight in the early hours of October 21st. Very good flight!
As a rule, airlines in other Brazilian cities require you to check in your checked bag all the way to your final destination, in our case, Delhi. Talking to check-in supervisors at different airlines in Guarulhos, they explained that sometimes the airline systems at different airports in Brazil can't handle check-in all the way to your final destination. Other times, the person checking you in doesn't know how to check in all the way to your final destination. So, talk to the person checking you in; if necessary, call the supervisor and see if you can arrange for your bag to be checked through to your final destination. If that's not possible, no problem. We usually arrive at T2 in Guarulhos, pick up our bag, and continue (a 15-minute walk) to T3. It was also a breeze. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived! You will probably be heading to the airport for your flight this morning, depending on your city, route and flight combination. We will see together what will work best for your arrival! Guilherme will be in touch from the moment you arrive at the airport until your arrival in Delhi. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived! You will probably be heading to the airport for your flight this morning, depending on your city, route and flight combination. We will see together what will work best for your arrival! Guilherme will be in touch from the moment you arrive at the airport until your arrival in Kathmandu. Have a great flight!
The day has come to come to India, or Arya Bhumi as Rinpoche calls it, Land of the Nobles, Land of Buddha. Time to go to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) early this morning. Have a great flight!
The day has come to come to India, or Arya Bhumi as Rinpoche calls it, Land of the Nobles, Land of Buddha. Time to go to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) early this morning. Have a great flight!
The day has arrived to come to India. Heading to Heathrow Airport (LHR). Terminal 5. Great flight!
Connection at Istanbul airport.
Have a good boarding of yours flight in São Paulo (GRU) and connecting in Doha. More information about the connection at Doha case help at this link: here
This is a day that travellers always request. After visiting all the regions of our trip together, already being familiar with Kathmandu, a day to enjoy our Tibetan neighborhood, take a walk around the city, go somewhere we haven't been yet, return with more time to one or more places that We visited, having already met and now being able to enjoy a coffee, review a museum, buy a few things, these are possibilities that are always very welcome by our friends, fellow travellers. Count on our support, of course, and enjoy your day in Nepal!
We will see how the group wants to best enjoy the day. We have some suggestions like a walk around the valley. We will listen to how each Traveller prefers to enjoy the day so we can think about how it will be better for the group, to enjoy the whole day together or if some Travellers prefer to have our support for more independent activities.
After all the preparations have been well taken care of over the last few months, it's time to go to the airport for the flights to Nepal!
We have our hotel available until approx. noon in the morning. So, you can choose to fly back home that night, early morning or tomorrow. It's always quite comfortable to go to the airport while we still have our room available to rest, pack our bags and take a shower.
We hope you enjoyed your travel days. May you have great flights back home and come back soon!
Going to the airport could have been the night before, as explained above, this morning or today, depending on your preference. Very good flights! See you soon!
Regarding times and days, flights normally leave Guarulhos SP (GRU) early in the morning, around 1 or 2am that night. Therefore, anyone traveling to São Paulo from other states must make their domestic flight the day before. And anyone going to GRU by car must go to the airport the night before. Guilherme will certainly contact you before you go to the airport and will be available when you arrive at the airport to see if you need any help, making sure you are arriving with complete peace of mind. Have a great flight and see you soon!
If your flight is today, have a great flight!
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Flight
Market
Coming from Nepal with two days in Thimphu
Today we say goodbye to Nepal for a few days for a flight that will follow the highest mountains on our planet, the Himalayas, towards Paro airport, in Bhutan. Weather permitting, we will see some of the few mountains taller than 8 thousand meters of altitude across the planet, including Everest.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to find out. We will continue with our vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approx. 1:30 am. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese. We will be able to walk at the end of the day and visit the city market.
Coming from India, for example, with a day in Thimphu.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to know. We will continue our journey by vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bhutanese.
In Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641. In its lakhang, a hall for practice and meditation, we find some of the most beautiful statues and paintings of Nalanda or Mahayana Vajrayana Buddhism. If we have some time left, we can visit the city market.
Flight:
Memorial Chorten
Buddha Point
School of Art
Tashichho Dzong
We will enjoy our entire day in Thimphu. After breakfast, we will perform some koras with the Bhutanese people around the King's Memorial Chorten (stupa in Tibetan languages), conceived by the country's third king, the 'father of modern Bhutan', in the name of world peace and prosperity. Continuing our tour, we will visit the large Kunsel Phodrang statue, or Buddha Point, from where we will have a view of the Thimphu valley. Next, we will visit Zorig Chusum, the traditional Bhutanese school of painting, weaving, and carpentry, where students study art in a 6-year course. In the late afternoon, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641.
Flight
Market
Coming from Nepal with two days in Thimphu
Today we say goodbye to Nepal for a few days for a flight that will follow the highest mountains on our planet, the Himalayas, towards Paro airport, in Bhutan. Weather permitting, we will see some of the few mountains taller than 8 thousand meters of altitude across the planet, including Everest.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to find out. We will continue with our vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approx. 1:30 am. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese and Bhutanese. We will be able to walk at the end of the day and visit the city market.
Coming from India, for example, with a day in Thimphu.
Stepping onto Bhutanese soil is already an experience… we need to get there to know. We will continue our journey by vehicle to the capital, Thimphu, for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. On the way, we will stop to see the confluence of the Thimphu and Paro rivers, where there are 3 stupas of different styles: Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bhutanese.
In Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641. In its lakhang, a hall for practice and meditation, we find some of the most beautiful statues and paintings of Nalanda or Mahayana Vajrayana Buddhism. If we have some time left, we can visit the city market.
Flight:
Memorial Chorten
Buddha Point
School of Art
Tashichho Dzong
We will enjoy our entire day in Thimphu. After breakfast, we will perform some koras with the Bhutanese people around the King's Memorial Chorten (stupa in Tibetan languages), conceived by the country's third king, the 'father of modern Bhutan', in the name of world peace and prosperity. Continuing our tour, we will visit the large Kunsel Phodrang statue, or Buddha Point, from where we will have a view of the Thimphu valley. Next, we will visit Zorig Chusum, the traditional Bhutanese school of painting, weaving, and carpentry, where students study art in a 6-year course. In the late afternoon, we will visit Trashichhoedzong, the 'fortress of glorious religion', which is the governmental and religious headquarters of the country, built in 1641.