Overview: Dharma Journeys are led by experienced Dharma teachers and visit sacred and historical Buddhist sites. Following the advice of Venerable Robina Courtin and Lama Zopa Rinpoche on pilgrimage practices, these journeys include daily
Dharma teachings and group meditation sessions.

An English–speaking local guide accompanies the group to assist the program and its pilgrims.

Join a memorable pilgrimage or retreat to explore
the holy places of lord Buddha & beyond:

Indonesia: Borobudur. India: Sravasti, Kushinagar, Nalanda, Vaishali, Vulture's Peak, Bodhgaya and Sarnath. Nepal: Boudhanath, Swayambunath, Parping, Kapilavastu, Lumbini & much more!

 Leader for the Dharma Journeys Pilgrimage: Ven. Robina Courtin
Venerable Robina Courtin was ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun at Kopan Monastery, Nepal in 1978. She has since worked for Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche's Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, as editorial director of Wisdom Publications and later as editor of the FPMT magazine, Mandala.

Since 1987 Ven. Robina has taught Buddhist courses and retreats at FPMT centers worldwide. An award-winning film by her nephew Amiel Courtin- Wilson, "Chasing Buddha" documents her life and work at Kentucky State Prison. She is one of the subjects of Vicki Mackenzie's "Why Buddhism?,"
and a film by Christine Lundberg, "On the Road Home."

She is a popular and engaging pilgrimage leader.

We start with a meditation retreat, led by Ven. Robina, at Kopan Monastery, the monastery of her lamas. We then visit the holy sites of Kathmandu Valley — Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and Parping — before continuing to India. Ven. Robina will give Dharma teachings and lead pujas and meditation sessions at each pilgrimage place, based on the advice of Lama Zopa Rinpoche.

The pilgrimage is authentic: in India, we trace the actual steps of the Buddha. "People are so moved by the experience; it always amazes me. Going to these holy places touches people deeply, transforms them," says Ven. Robina.

Program Administrative Details Below!

2023 Nepal & India Pilgrimage • Administrative Details

(+) Land Cost (land cost as itinerary has described):

$5520 USD

(+) In-Trip Airfare Estimate (air during itinerary program):

+  $440 USD

(=) Total Program Cost (Land & In-Trip Air costs combined):

=  $5960 USD*

*Minimum Group Size & Surcharge:

Pilgrimage costs are based on a typical group size of at least 20 participants. Should this trip be undersubscribed, a surcharge of $300USD per person will apply. This surcharge will be added
upon registration and will be removed once/if the threshold of
20 participants is reached. A minimum of 10 participants
are necessary to operate this pilgrimage.

Trip Deposit (submit with application):

$500 USD

Single Supplement (optional single accommodation):

$1200 (optional)

Maximum Group Size:

Thirty Participants

Other Cost & Need Considerations:

Passport; Visa(s); Physicians Visit; Emergency Medical & Evacuation Insurance; Travel to Nepal; Meals Beyond Above Itinerary; Beverages; Spending/Personal Money.

Trip Activity–Level:

Mild: Accommodations are most often in comfortable guest houses and four–star hotels. Activities are usually mild and can include day hikes of less than four hours in length. Vehicle time can include fatigue with long travel along rough roads.

Registration Deadline:

Nov. 5, 2022 ($100USD late fee thereafter)

The Dharma Journeys Nepal & India Pilgrimage
Itinerary:

The Dharma Journeys Nepal & India Pilgrimage

Pilgrimage Application:

Dharma Journeys Pilgrimage Application

Online (Instant) Pilgrimage Application:

Dharma Journeys Pilgrimage Online (Instant) Application

Need More Information? Email Us, we're nice:

Himalayan High Treks Email

2021 Lawudo, Nepal Trek & Retreat • Administrative Details:

(+) Land Cost (land cost as itinerary has described):

$3900 USD

(+) In-Trip Airfare Estimate (air during itinerary program):

+  $360 USD

(=) Total Program Cost (Land & In-Trip Air costs combined):

=  $4260 USD*

*Minimum Group Size & Surcharge:

Pilgrimage costs are based on a typical group size of at least 20 participants. Should this trip be undersubscribed, a surcharge of $250-350 USD per person will apply. This surcharge will be added upon registration and will be removed once/if the threshold of 20 participants is reached. A minimum of 10 participants are necessary to operate this pilgrimage.

Trip Deposit (submit with application):

$250 USD

Single Supplement (optional single accommodation at Hyatt only):

$240 (optional)

Maximum Group Size:

Twenty Participants

Other Cost & Need Considerations:

Passport; Visa(s); Physicians Visit; Emergency Medical & Evacuation Insurance; Travel to Nepal; Meals Beyond Above Itinerary; Beverages; Spending/Personal Money.

Trip Activity–Level:

Moderate: Usually involves hiking an average of four to six hours each day - with some trekking time being spent at high altitude. Accommodations consist of evenings spent at tea or guest houses.

Registration Deadline:

January 26, 2023 ($100USD late fee thereafter)

The Lawudo Pilgrimage and Retreat Itinerary:

Lawudo Pilgrimage and Retreat Itinerary

Trek Application:

Custom Trek Application

Online (Instant) Pilgrimage Application:

Dharma Journeys Pilgrimage Online (Instant) Application

Need More Information? Email Us, we're nice:

Himalayan High Treks Email