You have respected him, you have heard his words, you have followed his teachings, you have lived your life according to his preachings. Now, it is time to meet him and learn some more words of wisdom. Our Dalai Lama Divine Teachings Tour gives you the once in a lifetime opportunity to learn the insightful teachings of the famous spiritual guru Dalai Lama. Witness the greatness of his glory, paint your soul with his holiness, and participate in the journey of self-awakening.
Dalai Lama is a well-known learned scholar who visits the monasteries throughout the world to spread the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. His discerning teachings will help you feel inner peace and harmony. This year his teaching sessions will be held at the sacred Buddhist monastery in Dharamsala, India. You will also get a chance to participate in the Green Tara Puja where you can offer prayer flags, a centuries-old sacred Tibetan tradition to show their respect and devotion. Tibetans believe that offering prayer flags will help in spreading scripted sacred mantras to their family, space, and uplifts the luck of the devotee. After the prayers, you can consult your concerns with the Amchi, a Tibetan doctor. Tibetan medicines are made from rare and precious organic herbs found in the mountains. These medicines are highly effective and do not have any side effects.
Our tour combines the soulful journey of tranquillity with some sightseeing in Amritsar. Here, we will visit some of the most-esteemed spiritual sites of the Sikhs. Feel the sense of elation and bliss as you embark on this amazing tour of salvation, inner-exploration, self-awakening, and peace.
What is included in the tour
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Accommodation and inclusive meals
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Transfers and sightseeing tours
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Local guides fluent in English and Hindi for tours & transfers
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Entrance fees for scheduled visits
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Potable water and snacks
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Baggage handling, room tax, service charges
What is NOT included in the tour
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Flights, visas and travel insurance
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Surcharges on services if any
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Personal expenses and gratuities
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Alcohol and any meals or services not mentioned in the schedule
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Charges for public transport like a rickshaw
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Expenses for Puja and Prasad
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Participate in relaxing meditation sessions
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Witness the teachings of Dalai Lama
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Visit spiritually significant emblems
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Participate in prayer sessions and puja rituals
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Explore Tibetan massage therapy
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Consult with Tibetan Amchi
- Upon arrival, our expert guide will meet you at the Indira Gandhi International airport to drop you comfortably at your hotel in Delhi. Complete your check-in formalities, enjoy a lovely dinner, and relax for the night in the hotel.
- Meals: Dinner is provided
- Start early in the morning with a lovely breakfast before you board the cab to reach the Delhi airport. You will reach Amritsar airport after a 10-hour flight. Our expert guide will meet you at the Amritsar airport. Board the cap for a 5-hour drive to McLeod Ganj. Your tour guide will drop you comfortably at the hotel in McLeod Ganj. Complete the check-in formalities, relax, unwind, and enjoy some tasty meal in the hotel before you prepare yourself for the evening teaching sessions.
- In the evening, participate in a meeting and briefing session with fellow participants wherein you will be guided by the tour coordinators and spiritual gurus. Spend a restful night at the hotel after the session.
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch provided
- Start your day early at 6:30 am with a brewing cup of del
icious medicinal Tibetan herbal tea. Enjoy a relaxing 45 minutes session of guided breathing meditation. Enjoy a lovely breakfast and proceed for your teaching registration procedure. - Once you complete the necessary formalities, we will take you on a circumambulation (Kora) or a walking tour around the residence of Dalai Lama in McLeod Ganj. We will also visit the Tsuglagkhang or the Dalai Lama temple. We will take a short break for a delicious lunch.
- Our journey will continue with a visit to Norbulingka which is a Tibetan Culture Institute. In the afternoon, we will visit the Gyuto monastery. You may get a chance to meet the 17th Karmapa or H.H. at Gyuto monastery if he is available at the time of your visit. We will request him for our special audience.
- In the evening, you will attend a panel discussion with your tour Teacher wherein you will be introduced to the teachings of His Holiness Dalai Lama. Enjoy a restful night at your hotel in Dharamsala.
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner are provided
- Start early at 6 am and have a marvellous breakfast at the hotel before you commence for the teaching session of His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama. We will take you to the Lopon Dawa Dakpa Entering the Middle Way or Uma Jukpa. In the afternoon, you will be free for lunch.
- Post that, we will visit the Tibetan Medical & Astrology Museum. Our journey will continue with a visit to the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives. Towards evening, you will meet and have a private consultation with the Tibetan Amchi, a traditional Tibetan doctor who will brief you about the Tibetan medical system as well as its practices. Tibetan medicinal system is a holistic and organic approach to personal health and well-being that emphasis on balancing the elements within you.
- In the evening, you will attend a panel discussion with your Teacher on teaching review. In the night, we will take you back to your hotel for a restful sleep.
- Meals: Breakfast and dinner are provided
- Wake up early in the morning at 6 am to attend an unwinding 45 minutes session of guided breathing meditation. Enjoy a lovely breakfast and board the
cab for your commute to Lopan Dawa Dapka Entering the Middle Way or Uma Jukpa. Here you will attend a soulful teaching session by His Holiness. Enjoy a delicious lunch. - Post lunch, you will be introduced to the Tibetan Mild Therapy. The therapy uses the herbal formula for treating specific illness and improving overall health, promote wellness, and ensure well-being. Recapitulate the daytime teachings during the panel discussion with your spiritual Teacher in the evening. At night, we will drop you at the hotel for a refreshing sleep.
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner are provided
- Start your day at 6 am with an unwinding 45 minutes session of guided breathing meditation. Enjoy a lovely breakfast and attend the continuous teaching session by His Holiness.
- At noon, we will attend the Green Tara Puja especially held for the group. Tibetans believe that this puja removes any obstacles from the life of the devotees whether they are mundane or spiritual. You will feel the relief as you witness the obstacles perishing that keep you from succeeding.
- Recapitulate the daytime teachings during the panel discussion with your spiritual Teacher in the evening. At night, we will drop you at the hotel for a restful sleep.
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner are provided
- Start early at 6 am with a 45 minutes session of guided breathing meditation. Enjoy a lovely breakfast and attend the continuous teaching session by His Holiness at the Uma Jukpa. Towards noon, we will visit the Tibet Museum where you will be introduced to Tibet and Tibetans.
- Attend the Chod prayer session given by a Tibetan Yogi. The Chod ritual is an acclaimed esoteric tantric practice to cut the ego and bodily attachments. In this ritual, highly realized tantric masters mentally visualize to offer once body to the sentient and restless hungry spirits.
- Recapitulate the daytime teachings during the panel discussion with your spiritual Teacher. At night, we will drop you at the hotel for a comfortable sleep.
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner are provided
- Start your morning at 7 am with a relaxing 45 minutes session of guided breathing meditation. Enjoy a lovely breakfast before you embark on a shopping tour of Dharamshala. Pick some souvenirs and shop extravagantly from the local vendors till evening.
- In the evening, we will drive back to the hotel for your farewell dinner. Have a relaxing night at the hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner are provided
- Start your day with a lovely breakfast and quickly complete your check-out formalities. Board the cab to reach Amritsar airport to catch your return flight for Delhi. Depart from the Amritsar with heartfelt memories of your trip and soulful learnings of His Holiness which will guide you throughout your life.
- Meals: Breakfast is provided
Points to note
- Hotel prices can be adjusted for higher or lower categories on request. Featured hotels are subject to availability during booking, and you will be notified of any deposits when booking.
- Domestic airfares are quoted based on averages and are subject to change. The most convenient flight is booked and final price confirmed once tickets are issued based on the class of seat and availability.
