17 Days Pilgrimage Tour

This tour is tailored to those interested in Buddhism & pilgrimage. The journey follows in the footsteps of famous Bhutanese saint Pema Lingpa and you will also not miss important pilgrimage sites of Longchenpa and Guru Rinpoche. The itinerary can be personalized according to your interests. Activities (may) include meditation retreats incurring getting up very early in the morning, chanting mantras, fasting, etc.. The retreat places are very authentic and remote with basic facilities. You will get a glimpse into the fascinating life of Bhutanese yogis and yoginis who retreat from society to pursue enlightenment. This is not for those who seek luxury on their trip.

Special Guide:

In case you choose meditation as part of your programme it is advised to travel with our guide Sonam Choden:

Sonam Choden is a young Bhutanese, born and raised in Bumthang. Her family belongs to the Ngoe lineage of Pema Lingpa. For her textual studies Sonam came all the way to Germany where she is currently completing her PhD in  Tibetology (textual studies) at Hamburg University. At the moment she is free during supper months only.