Dhammodhaya Vipassana & Theravada Meditation Retreat
Experience traditional Vipassana mindfulness meditation and Buddhist teachings at a premier Kathmandu center.
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Tour type
- Cultural
- Location
- Dhammodhaya Center
- Starting from
- USD 297
At a glance
Overview
Experience traditional Vipassana mindfulness meditation and Buddhist teachings at a premier Kathmandu center.
Trip highlights
- +Receive personal meditation instruction from resident Theravada monks
- +Practice daily mindfulness, sitting meditation, and walking meditation
- +Enjoy simple vegetarian meals and a quiet, distraction-free environment
Know before you choose
Why this tour stands out
The defining experiences, cultural character and route rhythm that make Dhammodhaya Vipassana & Theravada Meditation Retreat distinctive.
Signature experience
Receive personal meditation instruction from resident Theravada monks
Practice daily mindfulness, sitting meditation, and walking meditation · Enjoy simple vegetarian meals and a quiet, distraction-free environment
Tour character
Cultural · 3 Days
A cultural experience paced around the sights and stories that matter most.
Sense of place
Dhammodhaya Center
Travel through Dhammodhaya Center, Kathmandu, guided by local insight into their history and culture.
Best suited to
Travelers who want it done right
Ideal for guests who value receive personal meditation instruction from resident theravada monks and practice daily mindfulness, sitting meditation, and walking meditation and prefer a well-organized, guided pace.
Route rhythm
Your journey at a glance
- 01 · The openingArrival at Dhammodhaya Center & Orientation
Arrive at Lhasa Gonggar Airport and transfer to your hotel. It is critical to spend this day resting to allow your body to adjust to the high altitude (3,650m). Stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity, and enjoy a gentle walk around the local area.
- 02 · The heartFull Day Mindfulness & Vipassana Practice
Start with a visit to the iconic Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas. In the afternoon, explore the spiritual heart of the city at Jokhang Temple, surrounded by the bustling Barkhor Street market
- 03 · The finaleConcluding Discussion & Return to Hotel
Spend the day visiting the historic Sera Monastery. Try to time your visit for the afternoon to witness the monks engaging in their traditional, energetic philosophical debates in the main courtyard, a highlight for many visitors.
Day by day
Your itinerary
01Arrival at Dhammodhaya Center & Orientation
Arrive at Lhasa Gonggar Airport and transfer to your hotel. It is critical to spend this day resting to allow your body to adjust to the high altitude (3,650m). Stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity, and enjoy a gentle walk around the local area.
02Full Day Mindfulness & Vipassana Practice
Start with a visit to the iconic Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas. In the afternoon, explore the spiritual heart of the city at Jokhang Temple, surrounded by the bustling Barkhor Street market
03Concluding Discussion & Return to Hotel
Spend the day visiting the historic Sera Monastery. Try to time your visit for the afternoon to witness the monks engaging in their traditional, energetic philosophical debates in the main courtyard, a highlight for many visitors.
Clear and transparent
What your trip covers
What's included
- +Center registration and accommodation fees
- +Daily vegetarian meals and herbal tea
- +Guiding and translation support for meditation instructions
- +Private vehicle transfers
What's excluded
- -Personal toiletries and meditation cushions
- -Donations to the center/monks
- -Travel insurance
Before you go
Essential trip information
Tour style
- +Cultural
- +Private departures available
Logistics
- +Private Vehicle
- +Dhammodhaya Center
Traveler notes
- +A local guide is included throughout
- +Entrance fees are paid on site
- +Modest clothing is recommended at temples, monasteries and sacred sites.
- +Always ask before photographing people; restrictions may apply inside sacred buildings.