Luang Prabang: Guided Monk Talk and Meditation Tour
ID: GYG1513355-2311246
Category:
Country: Laos
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Join a guided tour in Luang Prabang and learn about Theravada Buddhism. Discover the daily life of monks, enjoy a guided meditation session, and support local temples.
Meet your guide and begin your tour of Luang Prabang. Learn about Theravada Buddhism, daily monastic life, and Lao traditions. Hear personal, first-hand insights about why young men enter the monastery, their daily routines, meditation practices, and why some choose to leave.
Enjoy a basic introduction to Buddhist philosophy, temple architecture, and a guided meditation session.
This tour provides fair-paying employment for ex-monks transitioning into the civilian workforce while contributing a portion of proceeds directly to local partner temples. It is also designed to minimize disturbance to working monks on temple grounds.
Highlights
- Join a guided tour in Luang Prabang and learn about Theravada Buddhism
- Discover the daily life of monks and their meditation practices
- Gain insight into Buddhist philosophy and temple architecture
- Enjoy a guided meditation session to connect with your inner self
- Support local temples and provide fair employment for ex-monks
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour is designed to minimize disturbance to working monks on temple grounds
A portion of proceeds is contributed directly to local partner temples
Provides fair-paying employment for ex-monks transitioning into the civilian workforce
Women must not touch a monk or hand anything directly to him. If a woman gives something to a monk, it must be placed on a cloth, tray, or table first
Men should also refrain from casual touching (such as shaking hands or placing a hand on the shoulder)
INCLUDED
- Monk talk session
- Cultural tour
- Introduction to Buddhist philosophy
- Temple architecture insights
- Guided meditation session
- Transportation to and from the temple
NOT INCLUDED
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Other requests
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
