Highlighted reviews from other travelers
We had such a great experience on this retreat! Our guides were so friendly and patiently answered all of our (many) questions. I appreciated all the different activities, the introduction to Buddhism concepts and meditation, and being able to have great conversation with our guides. I would highly recommend this experience if you visit Hanoi.
Andy Guscott
Developer, Rome
Having a full day meditation in a pagoda in Vietnam was a great experience. We had 8 full hours of different meditations. My guide was always there with me and provided guidance for each of them.
Andy Guscott
Developer, New York
We did the 4 hour tour on our first day arriving in Hanoi and it was excellent. A really informative and interesting beginners guide to Buddhist teachings and meditation. Naya, our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend this as a short escape from the bussle of Hanoi life.
Andy Guscott
Developer, Berlin
Summary
Unlike traditional meditation retreats designed for large sanghas to practice meditation and listen to Dharma talks together, our program is tailored for small private or shared groups who wish to engage in meditation – from foundational to advanced levels – while exploring the core teachings of Buddhism.
About This Retreat
This retreat is designed for travelers seeking an authentic spiritual experience in Vietnam.
Hosted at the majestic Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia, the program combines mindfulness practice, Buddhist teachings, and cultural immersion.
You will learn simple yet powerful meditation techniques, understand the essence of Buddhist philosophy, and experience daily rituals practiced by monks and laypeople for centuries.
Everything is delivered in a warm, clear, beginner-friendly approach—perfect for those new to Buddhism or meditation.
Retreat Highlights
- Mindfulness meditation sessions guided by experienced Buddhist practitioners
- Visit the Three-world Grand Palace (Điện Tam Thế) – a space of profound serenity
- Walk through the Arhat Corridor with 500 Arhat statues, learning stories of wisdom
- Meditate under the Sacred Bodhi Tree gifted from Sri Lanka
- Join powerful Buddhist rituals: chanting sutras, repentance ceremony, peace prayer
- Learn core teachings: Karma, Cause & Effect, Buddhist ethics, right meditation method
- Visit the ancient Bai Dinh Pagoda, discovering holy legends & sacred energy
- Wood Meditation Art activity (Wood Block Imprint) – a slow, grounding practice
- Peaceful night walk & quiet reflection within Vietnam’s largest Buddhist complex
What Makes This Retreat Special
- Exclusive access to sacred spaces for chanting and meditation, spiritual rituals
- Led by facilitators with many years of Buddhist study & practice
- Immersive Buddhist culture: rituals, symbolism, stories, and temple traditions
- Unique meditative activity: Wood Imprint Mindfulness Art, Sutra writing
- Deeply peaceful environment surrounded by mountains, pagodas, and natural energy
- A perfect short retreat for travelers wanting meaning, clarity, and inner grounding
What's Included in This Package
What's Not Included in This Package
Cancellation Policy: free
- 100% deposit refund: 30+ days before retreat start date
- 50% deposit refund: 15-29 days before retreat start date
- 0% deposit refund: 0-14 days before retreat start date
Remaining Balance
- The remaining balance is due upon arrival.
- Payment is accepted by Cash, Credit/Debit Card or Bank Transfer
Program
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DAY 1: ARRIVAL – EXPLORATION OF THE TRIPLE GEM (L,D)
HA NOI – BAI DINH
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: Transfer to Ninh Bình (on request)
Transfer to Ninh Bình.
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: Welcome tea and retreat orientation
A gentle introduction to your retreat, offering a warm welcome and clear guidance for the days ahead.
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: Vegetarian Lunch
Nourish your body with a wholesome plant-based meal prepared in the spirit of mindfulness.
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: Mindful walking to visit to the three main areas of the complex
Slow your pace and immerse yourself in the sacred atmosphere while exploring the pagoda’s key highlights.
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: Learn about the life of Buddha and Bodhisattvas
Discover inspiring stories and teachings that shaped Buddhist philosophy.
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: Walking the Path Through Sacred Serenity
Experience a peaceful route designed to quiet the mind and deepen presence.
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: Dinner
Enjoy a calming vegetarian dinner to restore your energy.
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: Science of Meditation
Understand the fundamentals of meditation through simple, accessible explanations.
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: Wholesome seed
Engage in grounding practices that help release mental clutter and cultivate inner clarity.
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DAY 2: SACRED BODHI TREE & THE PATH OF THE ARHATS (B, L)
SACRED BODHI TREE & THE PATH OF THE ARHATS (B, L)
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: Sunrise meditation
Begin your day in stillness as the first light gently illuminates the temple grounds
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: Wholesome seed & Golden lessons
Reflect on meaningful teachings that nurture positive intentions for life.
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: Walking meditation
Move mindfully, harmonizing each step with your breath and awareness.
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: Practice qigong – breathwork
Rebalance your energy through gentle movements and focused breathing.
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: Visit the Sacred Bodhi Tree, a descendant of the Bodh Gaya tree. Silent walking around the Sacred Tree.
Connect with a descendant of the Bodh Gaya Tree and walk silently around it in deep reverence.
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: Explore the area of 30 Arhats and learn the symbolic meaning of each
Walk through the serene Arhat zone and discover the deeper symbolism behind each enlightened disciple.
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: Mindful walk the 500-Arhat Corridor (the longest in Asia)
Move in silence along Asia’s longest Arhat corridor, letting each step anchor your awareness.
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: Special activity: Secret favor of The Arhats
Experience a unique spiritual ritual inspired by the compassion and wisdom of the Arhats.
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: Journey to the Ancient Bái Đính Pagoda, hidden deep in the limestone mountains
Venture into the old pagoda nestled deep within limestone mountains, where centuries-old serenity still remains.
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: Learn about Vietnamese Buddhist history, legends and monastic life
Gain insight into Vietnam’s rich Buddhist heritage, local legends, and the practices of monastic communities.
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: Mindfulness meditation & sleep
Ease into restful sleep through a short guided mindfulness session designed to calm the mind and body.
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Day 3 : BLESSING CEREMONY – FOLLOW THE ENLIGHTENED PATH - DEPARTURE (B, L)
BLESSING CEREMONY – FOLLOW THE ENLIGHTENED PATH – DEPARTURE (B, L)
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: Sunrise meditation
Welcome the morning light with a grounding meditation session.
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: Profound and solemn prayers
Take part in traditional prayers that cultivate reverence and inner stillness.
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: Peace in every step
Practice mindful walking to reconnect with your breath and the present moment.
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: Practice qigong – breathwork
Restore your energy flow through gentle qigong movements and mindful breathing.
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: Blessing ceremony & card
Receive blessings from the monastics along with a symbolic keepsake for your journey ahead.
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: Zen Woodblock Art Experience
Create your own artwork using traditional woodblock techniques, a calming and reflective hands-on activity.
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: Lunch
Enjoy a final vegetarian meal.
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: Journey to the Ancient Bái Đính Pagoda, hidden deep in the limestone mountains
Venture into the old pagoda nestled deep within limestone mountains, where centuries-old serenity still remains.
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: Learn about Vietnamese Buddhist history, legends and monastic life
Gain insight into Vietnam’s rich Buddhist heritage, local legends, and the practices of monastic communities.
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: Sitting meditation
Meditation.
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: Mindful sleep
Mindful sleep
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Day 4 : TEA MEDITATION – MIRACLE BREATH - DEPARTURE (B, L)
TEA MEDITATION – MIRACLE BREATH – DEPARTURE (B, L)
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: Sunrise meditation
Welcome the morning light with a grounding meditation session.
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: Chanting
Chanting
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: Peace in every step
Practice mindful walking to reconnect with your breath and the present moment.
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: Nurture physical and mental health
Engage in gentle practices that support overall well-being, helping your body relax and your mind regain clarity.
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: Tea Meditation
Savor each sip with full awareness, using the art of tea to cultivate presence and inner calm.
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: Miracle breath
Learn simple yet powerful breathing techniques that energize the body and soothe the mind.
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: Lunch
Enjoy a vegetarian meal.
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: Mindfulness meditation
Mindfulness meditation.
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: The Noble Path to enlightenment
Gain a simple, practical understanding of the core principles that guide Buddhists toward wisdom and liberation.
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: Mindful Sutra Writing Experience
Copy sacred verses with full presence, allowing each stroke to cultivate focus, patience, and inner peace.
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: Sitting meditation
Sitting meditation.
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: Mindful sleep
Mindful sleep.
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Day 5: APPLYING BUDDHIST WISDOM - DEPARTURE (B, L)
APPLYING BUDDHIST WISDOM – DEPARTURE (B, L)
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: Sunrise meditation
Sunrise meditation.
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: Chanting
Chanting.
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: Peace in every step
Walk mindfully, letting each step anchor you in the present moment.
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: Buddhist applications for daily life
Learn practical ways to bring mindfulness, compassion, and clarity into everyday situations.
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: How to use mindfulness, compassion and right understanding to live with clarity and peace
Discover simple, actionable guidance for cultivating a balanced, peaceful mindset amid daily challenges.
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: Lunch
Enjoy your vegetarian meal.
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: Sitting meditation
Sitting meditation
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: Mindful Sutra Writing Experience
Copy sacred verses with full presence, allowing each stroke to cultivate focus, patience, and inner peace.
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: Free time with recommendations
Free time
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: Herbal foot soak with local herbs
Relax your body through a warm foot soak infused with traditional Vietnamese herbs that ease tension and restore circulation.
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: Traditional Vietnamese massage
Experience gentle, healing techniques that release stress, soothe muscles, and promote full-body relaxation.
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: Mindful walk
Mindful walk.
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: Sitting meditation
Sitting meditation.
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: Mindful sleep
Mindful sleep
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Day 6: TRANG AN – HOA LU – TWO ICONIC SITES IN ONE MIDFUL JOURNEY (B, L)
TRANG AN – HOA LU – TWO ICONIC SITES IN ONE MIDFUL JOURNEY (B, L)
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: Sunrise meditation
Sunrise meditation.
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: Chanting
Chanting.
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: Peace in every step
Peace in every step.
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: Boat tour through the scenic karst landscape
Boat tour.
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: Explore caves, limestone cliffs, and serene waterways
Explore caves, limestone cliffs, and serene waterways.
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: Guided tour of Hoa Lu – Vietnam’s ancient royal capital (10th century)
Tour of Hoa Lu
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: Mindful walking among the ancient citadel grounds
Mindful walking
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: Learn about the early formation of Vietnam’s Buddhist-influenced royal culture
Learn about the early formation of Vietnam’s Buddhist-influenced royal culture
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: Back to Ha Noi
Back to Ha Noi.
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