Bodhgaya Mahayana Study & Meditation Program

Kathmandu → Bodhgaya

Highlights

• Study Mahayana Buddhist philosophy under the Bodhi Tree where the Buddha attained enlightenment, with teachings from international monastic traditions.
• Buddhist Study · 5 days / 4 nights
• Small group, guide-led

Day-by-day itinerary

1. D1

   Day 1: Arrival at the Sacred Site

   Settle into a monastery guesthouse, attend an evening chanting ceremony at the Mahabodhi Temple, and meditate beneath the illuminated Bodhi Tree.

   Bodhgaya As per plan

2. D2

   Day 2: Mahayana Sutras & Teachings

   Morning Dharma talk on the Prajnaparamita and bodhicitta, followed by guided meditation, circumambulation of the temple, and a visit to the Great Buddha Statue.

   Bodhgaya As per plan

3. D3

   Day 3: International Monastery Circuit

   Visit the Thai, Tibetan, and Japanese monasteries surrounding the Mahabodhi Temple, each offering distinct Mahayana and Vajrayana perspectives and meditation styles.

   Bodhgaya As per plan

4. D4

   Day 4: Deep Practice & Reflection

   A full day of silent meditation, personal reflection journaling, and a Dharma discussion on integrating compassion and wisdom into daily life.

   Bodhgaya As per plan

5. D5

   Day 5: Departure & Merit Dedication

   Pre-dawn meditation session, offering of butter lamps at the temple, and departure after breakfast.

   Bodhgaya As per plan

Price includes

• Local storyteller guide
• Stays as per itinerary
• Daily breakfast
• All ground transfers

Make it yours (upsells)

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