Departure from Amsterdam to Chiang Mai

The first two days after arrival are still mainly focused on resting, getting acquainted, meditation and a Heart opening ritual. On the free days we will visit various beautiful (power) sites:

Doi Suthep national park and Wat Umong

We explore Northern Thailand's most sacred and revered temple, the Wat Prathat Doi Suthep which is beautifully situated on the top of a mountain. This Buddhist mountain temple has picturesque views of the city of Chiang Mai.

Also, Doi Suthep is blessed with all sorts of gurgling waterfalls, including Nam Tok Monthathon, which flows into a series of pools where we can swim or cool off.

Wat Umong ( forest temple)

Wat Umong is located just outside the city at the foot of Mount Doi Suthep.Wat Umong. It means tunnel and is located in a magical, fairy-tale setting. Wat Umong is more than 700 years old and was supposedly built for a monk with a reputation for taking long walks in the forest. To prevent the crazy monk from straying, 3 different mysterious maze-like tunnels were built.

The tunnels are fantastic. It is dark, but there is enough light to see where you are going. The tunnels are interconnected and at each culvert a Buddha statue is lit. Amazingly beautiful. Also worth mentioning is the large stupa at the entrance to Wat Umong and the picturesque ponds where visitors can feed the turtles.

We end the day with a delicious dinner at a cozy restaurant near Doi Saket.

Connection: exercises and meditations with our inner child, Mother Earth and Source. In the afternoon we leave for a temple in Doi Saket. Wat phra that Doi Saket is truly a beautiful temple and is known for its towering golden chedi( Buddha) which is said to contain a piece of Buddha's hair. Furthermore, the view is breathtaking!!! We end this day in a nice little eatery in Doi Saket.

The Wat Chedi Luang is a royal Thai temple, an imposing, rustic sight in the middle of Chiang Mai's old town. Built in the late 14th century, the temple was once about 80 meters high. Wat Chedi Luang is the largest stupa (Buddhist structure) in the city and a real "must see" during our visit to Chiang Mai.
Around this Buddhist temple you will find several pavilions, beautiful standing and reclining Buddha statues, protective Yang trees and other religious eye catchers. Of course, we will visit the "Fat Happy Buddha" given our theme.....VREUGHT.
After this we will have a workshop with the monks. Thailand is the land of Buddhism. This is evident from the thousands of temples, the many monks and the respect the Thai people have for the monk.
What is the daily life of a Buddhist monk like? And why do they wear orange robes in the first place? How does one become a monk? What is the work of a monk? We get to talk at a temple with a monk to whom you can ask anything. We also undergo 5 short Buddhist meditations. An excellent opportunity to learn more about Buddhism, Thai culture and the person behind the monk! In conclusion, we receive a blessing. A beautiful and fun ritual!
Afterwards, there is an opportunity to take a boat on the Ping River. This is completely optional. Around 7 pm we conclude with a delicious dinner in a great typical thai restaurant in the city of Chiang Mai.

Connection and deepening with our true Self, our inner Source. In the evening we undergo a fire ceremony to release and transform.

Wat Doi Kham (Temple of the Golden Mountain). The Phrathat Doi Kham temple is an attractive temple known for its 17-meter-high Buddha statue. It is a beautiful temple located on a lush mountainside near the city of Chiang Mai. This temple has become famous because people got what they asked for. If you need something that is difficult to get you can go to this place and ask for it. If your request comes true you must go back to the temple and offer a Jasmine flower. This is about Abundance and Believing. (Again, we will undergo a meditation on this theme)

Program

Depart for the island of Koh Chang, rest, hike and swim in the beautiful bay of our retreat.

The Power of the NOW and Breathing Exercises, breathe into life and let go of what no longer serves!

Tour around the island with excursions to the jungle, waterfalls, the pier and the Sanctuari Elephant Park.

Program: Confidence and Surrender and in the afternoon to white sand beach.

Tour around the island with excursions to the jungle, waterfalls, the pier and the Sanctuari Elephant Park.

Snorkeling (no obligation)

Koh Chang is hugely known for its beautiful underwater world! The marine life around Koh Chang is truly beautiful and for many a must do!!!!. The marine life around this island consists of many tropical fish such as clownfish, parrotfish, starfish, large barracuda, stonefish, pufferfish, king mackerel, sea turtles, impressive coral and much more! Also, at a number of destinations you will encounter wrecked ships on the bottom of the sea. This gives snorkeling on Koh Chang an extra fun dimension. In the morning you can depart from the pier with a large boat to the snorkel or dive sites. This trip includes snorkeling equipment and lunch. It is really a beautiful experience!

Program: Empowering Your Authentic I and Trusting the Flow of Life!

Departure to Bangkok and possible stay.

We leave in the afternoon by boat to the mainland and from there by cab bus to Bangkok airport.

If you stay an additional 2 nights in Bangkok, this is on a lodging and transfer basis.

Furthermore, it is possible to explore the city in a tuk tuk or on foot and possibly do excursions. This can be done on your own or together. Whatever you need!

The following are some recommendations!!!
Bike tour Co van Kessel.: 5 or 3-hour bike and boat tour revealing the different faces of Bangkok. We explore the bustling Chinatown cycling through narrow alleys and small side streets, to the quiet green and forgotten plantations. In between, we explore the "Venice of the East" by longtail boat and enjoy a tasty Thai meal. This tour is completely optional but highly recommended if you want to experience Bangkok at its most authentic!

Floating market: Are you staying in Bangkok? Then a visit to a floating market is highly recommended. The market is about two kilometers long. And although the floating market is increasingly on the side of the river - with the food stalls and small stores in the historic wooden buildings - the food is still prepared on the boats ín the water.
Is it music to your ears to cruise the narrow canals in a longboat, buy fresh fruit in the traditional wooden houses along the river, and eat great seafood on a restaurant boat? Then a day trip to the Amphawa Floating Market is really for you.