8 Days Bhutan: Rebirth and Happiness Yoga Retreat

Join Drishti Journeys for an 8-day International Yoga Retreat at the home of the happiest people in the world, the Kingdom of Bhutan. It is a sanctuary, where the vibrant people and culture are held together in the rich mountainous landscape, off-the-beaten-track nature, and thousands of years of wisdom and life philosophy. Vajrayana Buddhism is Bhutan’s state religion which focuses on rebirth and karma. This yoga retreat wellness offers you a broad way to peace, harmony, and self-discovery by applying the secret of the Bhutanese way of living.

Your daily yoga class will be led by Judit Duran. Each activity curated within Drishti Journeys 8 days: Bhutan Rebirth and Happiness Yoga Retreat offers you to experience a real International yoga retreat vacation, exploration of inner peace, and cultural immersion tour and activity.
Experience The Kingdom of Bhutan in 3 different locations. It is your perfect opportunity if you want to go to the Kingdom of Bhutan for a spiritual journey of self-discovery.

Book your spot now, as the retreat is in high demand!

TINERARY:
Sunday, March 16th : Paro-Thimphu
Pick up Paro International Airport to Capital City Thimpu
Check-in procedures in Hotel
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Dinner

Monday, March 17th : Explore Thimphu
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Tour Thimpu incl. largest Buddha statue, Sangay Gang viewpoint, Wangdi Tse Monastery
Group Lunch
Visit Farmer’s Market and watch local Archery game
Leisure Time
Group Dinner with Bhutanese Cultural Performance

Tuesday, March 18th : Thimphu- Punakha
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Travel to Dochula, sacred mountain pass with high mountain views
Hike from Dochula to Lumitsawa
Group Lunch at Local Home
Visit famous Chimi Lhakhang, 15th century “temple of fertility”
Visit Punakha Dzong architectural masterpiece
Walk Bhutan’s longest suspension bridge
Group Dinner at Hotel

Wednesday, March 19th : Explore Punakha Valley
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Leisure hike to picturesque Khamsum Yuelley Namgvel Chorten
Local lunch at idyllic village of Nobgang
Visit to Sangchhen DoriiLhundrup Nunnery, to visit local nuns and monastery
Lesiure Time
Group Dinner at Hotel

Thursday, March 20th : Punakha Valley- Paro
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Transfer to Paro
Local Lunch at Dochula Pass
Visit Simtokha Dzong Fortress
Visit Thangtong Temple
Leisure Time
Group Dinner at Hotel

Friday, March 21st : Drive to Chelela Pass, highest motor able road in Bhutan
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Drive to Chelela Pass
Afternoon hike to Kila Gonpa Nunnery
Group Lunch
Leisure time in Paro
Group Dinner at Hotel

Saturday, March 22th : Hike to Tiger’s Nest ( Taktsang Monastery)
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Drive and Hike to iconic Taktsang Monastery, also know as Tiger’s Nest.
Group Lunch at Monastery
Afternoon visit to 7th century Paro Kyichu Lhakhang Temple
Leisure Time
Group Dinner at Hotel

Sunday, March 23th : Transfer to Paro International Airport
Meditation & Yoga Practice with Judit
Group Breakfast
Transfers to Paro International Airport

INCLUDED :
Accommodations for 7 nights
All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Welcome Dinner with Dance Performance
Local Archery Game
Entrance Fees to 8 Monuments and Sacred Sites
Private Ground Transportation throughout the week
Licensed English-speaking guide throughout the week
Meditation & Yoga with Judit
Visa Cost of $40
Sustainable Development Fee of $800
National Taxes and Fees

NOT INCLUDED :
International Flights (we will assist with the booking for flights into Bhutan from initial layover)
Mandatory Travel Insurance
Alcoholic Beverages
Tips Local Guides
Yoga Mats
Expenses of Personal Nature