THE HEART OF BUDDHISM
A Special Tour to DALAI LAMA residence
15 MAY - 22 MAY 2027
Himalayas, INDIA
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A fully escorted journey for first-timers to India.
We travel to the capital of true Buddhism, a city of McLeod Ganj - a permanent residence of His Holiness Dalai Lama in the Indian Himalayas. If public teachings are scheduled during our dates, we arrange attendance and translation. Spiritual depth, handled with care. Private meetings are not guaranteed and depend on His Holiness’s health, schedule, and security considerations. While this is not assured, our groups have often had a brief interaction with His Holiness.
PROGRAM
What awaits you:

Spiritual doesn’t mean boring — expect dancing, music, fun, and the kind of joy the Dalai Lama calls “medicine for the soul.”

Gentle, all-levels yoga — awaken the body, clear the mind, find your balance.

Mind–body integration — guided sessions to notice, release, and transform emotional tension (beyond just poses).

Meditation with Himalayan vistas — where silence says more than words.

Fresh Himalayan cuisine - clean, flavorful meals that naturally support detox, improve digestion, and sustained energy throughout the journey.

Local culture and traditions — connect with village life, meet local artisans, and experience authentic Himalayan crafts and customs.

Small-group, fully escorted journey to the Indian Himalayas — designed for first-timers to India. Private transport, vetted hotels, bilingual guide with 22 years of practice, and optional attendance at public teachings by His Holiness the Dalai Lama (when scheduled). You focus on presence; we handle everything.
Himalayan trip focuses on energy, breath, and the mind. Expect calmer nerves, clearer focus, and a deeper sense of home in your own body.
ACCOMMODATION
This is a boutique accommodation, escorted, and SAFE — not a budget ashram stay. We remove the guesswork so your journey is transformative, not stressful
PROGRAM
MAY 15 - MAY 22
DAY 1
Meeting at Dharmshala Airport
(Delhi airport transfer available upon request)
Registration
Dinner
DAY 2
Yoga
Breakfast
Village immersion
Himalayan bathhouse experience
Dinner
Evening campfire
DAY 3
Yoga
Breakfast
Visit to the Dalai Lama Temple,
Meditation forest
Introduction to Buddhism
Dinner
DAY 4
Yoga
Breakfast
Visit to a meditation center - introduction to Buddhism
Walk to Gallu Waterfall
Sunset with a view of the Himalayan Mountains and the best pizza
DAY 5
Yoga
Breakfast
Visit to a meditation center - introduction to Buddhism
Breathwork with an Indian teacher
Sound healing with Tibetan masters
Dinner
DAY 6
Yoga
Breakfast
Climb to Mount Triund (day hike)
Dancing meditation in the mountains
Himalayan bathhouse experience
DAY 7
Yoga
Breakfast
Free day
DAY 8
Yoga
Breakfast
Departure

Investment


Single Room with Private Bath (1 person): $3,400

Couples/Partner Shared Room with Private Bath (2 guests per room): $3,100 per person

Double beds Shared Room with Private Bath (2 guests per room): $3,100 per person


+ $400 private yoga & sound healing session, Ayurvedic massage


Deposit: $500 (30 day hold)

Payment plans available (balance to be paid in full 30 days prior departure)

Payment options: Venmo, Zelle and credit card/PayPal (PayPal charges 2.9% of value plus $.30 fee when paid with a credit card)


Refund Policy:

100% money back before February 1st

75% money back before March 1st

50% money back before April 1st

25% money back before May 1st



10% OFF for early birds until December 1, 2026

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YOUR GUIDE
DMITRY MELNIK (aka JIMMY)
yoga & dancing teacher / India expert
You’re not following a tour company — you’re traveling with someone who has already lived this route dozens of times and knows exactly how to keep you safe, comfortable, and calm in a country that can feel overwhelming without the right guide.

In my practice, I combine three powerful tools: yoga, dance, and movement.

22 years of experience; trained in Rishikesh & Mysore; 3 years in the Himalayas; bilingual (EN/RU); personal audience history & experience attending Dalai Lama public and personal teachings; deep local network.

Certified by Yoga Alliance
ABOUT THE TOUR
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