Boudhanath Stupa. Photo by Benjamin Felser.

Nepal

Ashrams & Artisans

A 13-Day Adventure for Adults

Duration
13 Days
Description

Experience the captivating beauty of Nepal: learn firsthand about Buddhist & Hindu practices, explore ancient sites, and find home in the Himalayas

Dates

Oct 11 - Oct 23, 2023


Suggested Ages

Adults

Number of Participants

8-12


Availability

Open

Begins In

19 Weeks

Tuition

$5,895

plus airfare.

Tuition Details

Tuition is all inclusive aside from airfare and insurance fees.

Kathmandu Valley

Program Overview

THE REMOTE HIMALAYAN KINGDOM OF NEPAL HAS LONG BEEN A SEEDBED OF UNIQUE ARTISTIC AND SPIRITUAL TRADITIONS.


Go behind the scenes to explore the richness of Kathmandu in all of its complex, awe-inspiring, and raw realities. Surrounded by the tallest mountains on earth, we encounter breathtaking locations and are welcomed by world-renowned Nepali kindness and hospitality.

Program Highlights
  • Travel to ancient Buddhist monuments and do a short stay in a Buddhist monastery
  • Explore temples, stupas, and sacred sites throughout the surrounding hills 
  • Learn from local masters and engage in daily meditation, mindfulness, and yoga practices 
  • Study ancient crafts…

Go behind the scenes to explore the richness of Kathmandu in all of its complex, awe-inspiring, and raw realities. Surrounded by the tallest mountains on earth, we encounter breathtaking locations and are welcomed by world-renowned Nepali kindness and hospitality.

Program Highlights
  • Travel to ancient Buddhist monuments and do a short stay in a Buddhist monastery
  • Explore temples, stupas, and sacred sites throughout the surrounding hills 
  • Learn from local masters and engage in daily meditation, mindfulness, and yoga practices 
  • Study ancient crafts such as as stone carving, Thangka painting, or silversmithing alongside expert Newari artisans
  • Enjoy a three-night community stay in the medieval city of Patan, with the possibility of another two-night community stay in a rural village
  • Reinvigorate your imagination during optional day hikes throughout the foothills of the Himalayas
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