Nepal’s Silent Sanctuaries: A 9-Day Buddhist Retreat & Pilgrimage

This uniquely immersive journey offers travelers the rare opportunity to deeply experience Buddhism in its living form amidst the sacred landscapes of Nepal, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Rooted in the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama—the Buddha, this program invites you to explore the philosophy, rituals, and spiritual essence of Buddhism through direct engagement and personal reflection.

Nepal, home to both Theravada and Mahayana traditions, as well as Vajrayana (Tibetan Buddhism), provides the perfect setting for this soulful journey. From ancient stupas to serene monasteries nestled in the hills, you’ll walk the spiritual paths once trodden by monks and pilgrims for centuries.

During your stay, you’ll live within monastic settings, breathing in the tranquil rhythms of daily life in a Buddhist monastery. Join the monks in morning prayers, meditation sessions, and the offering of butter lamps and incense, symbolic acts of wisdom, compassion, and spiritual purification. Partake in sacred rituals, offer Khadas (Tibetan ceremonial scarves) as a gesture of purity, and feel the transformative power of chanting mantras in sacred spaces.

A special highlight of this journey is the presence of a revered Khenpo—a senior Buddhist teacher—who will accompany you during your Kathmandu pilgrimage. With years of intensive spiritual study, the Khenpo will offer profound insights into Buddhist philosophy, the significance of pilgrimage, and the deeper meanings behind the sacred sites you visit.

This is more than just a tour—it is a spiritual retreat, an inner journey toward clarity, compassion, and wisdom. Guests often return from this experience profoundly moved, carrying with them a sense of peace, purpose, and connection that endures long after the journey ends.