Authentic Yoga classes as an ancient Indian way to realign and balance your body and mind, leading you holistically towards enlightenment

Monastic rituals at His Holiness, the Dalai Lama’s temple

Inspiring local village women making exquisite traditional Tibetan and Indian dolls

A heartwarming visit to the Tibetan children’s village

A leisurely stroll around the gardens, museum, store and workshops of the Norbulingka Tibetan institute of art and culture

The joys and utter relaxation of a traditional ayurvedic full body massage

Expertise introduction to mystic Tibetan Thangka paintings and hands on practical art classes

A passionate debate with Tibetan activists, artists and writers

Visit the traditional Tibetan monastic and lay community of Tashi Jong, established by the 8th Khamtrul Rinpoche to preserve Tibet’s endangered culture, sacred arts and Buddhist heritage

Experience the tranquil and aesthetic beauty of the Andretta artist community within its rural setting and have a go on a potter’s wheel

Experience the utter devotion and joyful participation of all Tibetans in town in their finest gowns as they sing and dance during the 85th birthday celebrations of HH, the 14th Dalai Lama on the 6th July 2020

Joining the daily pilgrimage of many Tibetans as they circumambulate the residence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, turning hundreds of colourful prayer wheels, humming their ‘ Om Mai Padme Hum”, lighting incense, feeding monkeys and cows, saving earthworms or chatting joyfully while having a rest.