2-Day Live-in Temple Buddhist Monk Mediation Experience from Hangzhou

Tour info

Duration
2 days
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Why take this tour?

Spend a night and two days in monk’s robes in an ancient Chinese temple in the middle of a bamboo forest. Experiment with Eastern soul searching away from the noise of the cities. Practice Zen cultivation. Experiment with Chinese Buddhist meditation. Take a break. Spend two days and one night in monk’s robes in an ancient temple in the middle of a bamboo forest. Eat meals with monks in old temple halls, do sutra chants, meditation and calligraphy scroll transcription, and quiet your mind in the forest. Your chance to disconnect. 1. Wear monk’s robes and blend into the daily rhythm of temple life, sleeping in the temple and eating only vegetarian alms. 2. Guided by a master monk, learn into the Buddhist culture of Futuo Temple. 3. Experiment with these Eastern-evolved methods of soul searching. Find some inner peace. Practice Zen cultivation. Cast off anxiety in meditative sutra transcription.

What’s included?

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

  • Breakfast

  • Overnight accommodation in the temple

  • Chinese-English bilingual guide accompaniment

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Transport by private vehicle

  • Guided Temple Tour, Guided Meditation, Transcription

  • Entry/Admission - Hangzhou

  • Gratuities

  • Airport Pickup and Drop off

  • Any individual personal expenditures

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Trendy Adventurer

About operator:

Bringing life to culture, and culture to life! For more than three years our focus has been to provide the most authentic in cultural experiences while staying away from the common activities and attractions. We believe that culture is best absorbed through experience: those who visit with us become monks for a week, craft items of tradition with their own hands, and immerse themselves in environments rich with Chinese cultural heritage. Every month the team delivers unique opportunities - doorways to discover the crafts that artisans of this ancient land have been perfecting for thousands of years; windows to the spirit they embody. In addition to monthly events TA also organizes custom private experiences for visitors of all types, from the solo traveller to families and business partners. Book your next experience in China with us!

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