Southeast Asia Tour of Thich Nhat Hanh - 2010
Please join Thay and the Plum Village monastics for a historical visit to Southeast Asia in September and October 2010.
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Sep 27, 2010 09:00 AM
to Oct 29, 2010 09:00 PM |
| Where | Indonesia and Thailand |
| Contact Name | Tue Nghiem |
| Contact Email | tnhasiatour@gmail.com |
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The Brothers and Sisters of Plum Village would like to invite you to join Thay in Southeast Asia, particularly to Indonesia and Thailand for a historical visit that will take place from September 27 to October 29, 2010.
Due to recent events at Bat Nha Monastery, our brothers and sisters in Vietnam ordained by Thay are dispersed everywhere. They are not allowed to practice in Vietnam, and there is no place for them to stay in Vietnam. As a result, the majority of the young brothers and sisters had to leave Vietnam to find refuge in a small, simple center in Thailand. During this trip to Southeast Asia, Thay will inaugurate this center in order to support the young monastics who have gone through such traumatic experiences in Vietnam.
Thay and the Plum Village monastics will also lead two retreats, a Days of Mindfulness, and public talks for the local people. In Indonesia, Thay will offer two retreats as will as a public talk and Days of Mindfulness in Jakarta, Bogor, and Yogjakarta for the local people. We will visit the historical site of Borobudur, a famous shrine to the Buddha, pilgrimage destination, and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
During the visit to Indonesia, the monastics of Plum Village will not take care of organization and registration for our lay friends. Please contact hardy20002020@buanayatra.com to register for the Indonesia trip with the local travel agency.
For each of these two countries, we will reserve only 50 spaces for lay friends around the world to join Thay and the PV monastics. The last date to register for Indonesia is July 30th 2010. The last date to register for Thailand trip is September 1st, 2010. The cancellation policy for Thailand trip is as follows: Before August 15th, the cancellation fee is 100USD. After August 15th, the cancellation fee is 30% of the total cost, after September 1st, the cancellation fee is 50% of the total cost.
To register for the Thailand trip, please visit www.pvretreats.org. For further information, please contact Sr. Tue Nghiem at tnhasiatour@gmail.com.
Itinerary for Indonesia
| Day | Date | Activities |
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| 1 | 27 Sept 2010 | Arrive in Jakarta. Go to Bogor for retreat. |
| 2 | 28 Sept 2010 | Kinasih Retreat Center-Rest |
| 3-7 | 29 Sept 2010 | Kinasih Retreat Center-5 days retreat with Thay and PV Sangha |
| 8 | 4 Oct 2010 | Kinasih-Bogor-Jakarta—Visit tea plantation, Botanical Garden in Bogor, and head for Jakarta. |
| 9 | 5 Oct 2010 | Flight to Yogjakarta-Visit Sewu Temple, a large Buddhist temple complex meaning “one thousand temples”. Enjoy the various cultural performances. |
| 10 | 6 Oct 2010 | Yogjakarta-Free time |
| 11 | 7 Oct 2010 | Borobudur: Morning Peace Walk-Drive to Borobudur Temple for Peace Walk and Dharma talk by Thay. Visit various temples. |
| 12 | 8 Oct 2010 | Flight to Jakarta Jakarta-Old Batavia Heritage Tour Including: China Town: oldest China Town in Jakarta. |
| 13 | 9 Oct 2010 |
Sunda Kelapa Harbour: first used by Portuguese & Dutch. Boat ride around the waterfront. Fatahillah Museum: built by Dutch in 1710. Puppet Museum: an old Dutch colonial house which contains great collections of Javanese Wayang puppets. In the evening, a public talk by Thay |
| 14 | 10 Oct 2010 |
Jakarta- Beautiful Indonesian Miniature Park: tour to the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah which will give us a glance on Indonesian ethnic arts, architecture and decorations. Museum Purna Bharkti Pertiwi: the biggest museum displaying collections of arts from Indonesian second president, the late Mr. Soeharto. The Beauty of Indonesia: enjoy the beauties of Indonesia in a gigantic screen. |
| 15 | 11 Oct 2010 | Depart Indonesia |
Indonesia Package Prices |
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Itinerary A |
8 Days |
Sept. 27-Oct. 4, 2010 |
USD 300 |
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Itinerary B |
12 Days |
Sept. 27-Oct. 8, 2010 |
USD 858 |
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Full Itinerary |
15 Days |
Sept. 27-Oct. 11, 2010 |
USD 1008 |
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Ground ServicesThe package prices are inclusive of:1. Hotel accommodation, based on twin sharing. 2. Meals 3. Transfers from airport to hotel and visa versa by an air-conditioned tourist coach. 4. Sightseeing tours 5. Admission fees to all attractions as stated in the tour itineraries. 6. Porter Services for a maximum 2 pieces of normal sized luggage per person. 7. Domestic air transportation & Domestic Airport tax. 8. Admission Fees for Retreat at Kinasih-Bogor.
The package prices do not include:1. International air transport & International Airport tax. 2. Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, phone calls, room services, etc. 3. Excess baggage charges. 4. Airport services: immigration and customs procedures. 5. Visa expenses and charges 6. 1% Value added tax 7. Any type of Travel Insurance Itinerary for Thailand |
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| Day | Date | Activities |
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| 1 | Oct. 15th |
Welcome to Suvarnabhumi International airport (BKK). After completing immigration and custom procedures, you will be transported to Paradis Resort, Pak Chong for check-in Accommodation: Paradis Resort Meals: (B,L,D) N/A -Self service at Paradis Resort Dining |
| 2 | Oct. 16th |
Free morning to explore and enjoy the settings of the village of Pak Chong on your own (no transportation provided as part of package) or rest at Paradis Resort. We will have an orientation in the afternoon. Accommodation: Paradis Resort Meals: (B,L,D) Paradis Dining Service |
| 3 | Oct. 17th |
After breakfast, you will be transported to the new Plum Village Thailand for a short Dharma Talk by Ven. Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thầy), and the inauguration ceremony for the new land. After dinner you will return to Paradis Resort. Accommodation: Paradis Resort Meals: (B) Paradis Resort; (L,D) Plum Village Practice Center Thailand |
| 4 | Oct. 18th |
After breakfast, you will check out and travel to Bangkok Suite Hotel, in the heart of Bangkok, for check in & lunch. At 16:00 we will pick up a packed dinner and travel to Thammasat University for a public talk by Ven. Thích Nhất Hạnh. After the lecture you will travel back to the Bangkok Suite Hotel Accommodation: Bangkok Suite Hotel Meals:(B) Paradis Resort. (L, packed D) Bangkok Suite Hotel |
| 5 | Oct. 19th |
Free day to explore and enjoy the city of Bangkok. The hotel is located near the Siam Center. It accessible by the BTS (sky train) or taxi. From the hotel you can visit the Grand Palace, and many important monuments of Thailand nearby. No transportation provided as part of package. Of course staying at the hotel and enjoying a quiet day is also a possibility. Please welcome friends registered for the 2nd segment of this tour as they will join us throughout this day. Accommodation: Bangkok Suite Hotel Meals: (B,L,D) Bangkok Suite Hotel |
| 6 | Oct. 20th |
After Breakfast, you will check out of the hotel and be transported to Ayuthaya for your first day of sightseeing in the Ancient town of Thailand. Ayuthaya is the old capital since more than 400 years ago. You will visit the Ayuthaya Grand Palace (one of the UNESCO World Heritage site), Museum, many of Buddhist temples and river cruise to see the Thai Culture and architecture of old Siam Accommodation: Arranged by HBD TravelMeals: (B) Bangkok Suite Hotel; (L,D) HBD Travel |
| 7 | Oct. 21st |
Today you will leave Ayuthaya and travel to Sukothai, another one of old capital of Siam since 700 years ago. You will visit Sukothai Grand palace, another one of UNESCO World Heritage Site, many of Buddhist temple and sight seeing historic park Accommodation: HBD Travel Meals: (B,L,D) HBD Travel |
| 8 | Oct. 22nd |
Leaving Sukothai and travel back to Bangkok. On the way, you can enjoy the view of Thailand’s country site. Ending the trip with Thai traditional souvenir shop Finish the trip at to MCU (Mahachulalongkorn Hotel) for check in.
Accommodation: MCU Hotel Meals: (B,L,D) HBD Travel |
| 9 | Oct. 23rd |
Free morning to rest or explore local area on your own (no transportation provided as part of package). In the evening there will be a public lecture by Ven. Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thầy) starting at 18:00. At 16:30 check out and load buses. After the talk we will get on the buses to go to the Wang Ree Resort to check in. Accommodation: Wang Ree Resort Meals: (B,L,D) MCU Hotel Restaurant |
| 10 | Oct. 24th |
The Family retreat starts this morning after breakfast. You will receive your name tags and information for the retreat at the registration area. The orientation for the retreat will begin at 15:00. Accommodation: Wang Ree Resort Meals: (B,L,D) Wang Ree Resort Restauran |
| 11 | Oct. 25th |
Family Retreat lead by Ven. Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thầy) & International Plum Village Sangha
Accommodation: Wang Ree Resort Meals: (B,L,D) Wang Ree Resort |
| 12 | Oct. 26th |
Family Retreat lead by Ven. Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thầy) & International Plum Village Sangha
Accommodation: Wang Ree Resort Meals: (B,L,D) Wang Ree Resort |
| 13 | Oct. 27th |
Family Retreat lead by Ven. Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thầy) & International Plum Village Sangha
Accommodation: Wang Ree Resort Meals: (B,L,D) Wang Ree Resort |
| 14 | Oct. 28th |
Retreat ends after lunch on the 28th of Oct. You will check out before 2pm and travel to Bangkok Suite Hotel Accommodation: Bangkok Suite Hotel Meal: (B,L) Wang Ree Resort; (D) Bangkok Suite Hotel |
| 15 | Oct. 29th |
You will check out after breakfast. Shuttle is provided to the Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). We wish you a safe journey back to your next destination. Accommodation: N/A Meals: (B) Bangkok Suite Hotel; (L,D) N/A |
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Thailand Package Prices |
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Full
Itinerary A |
Oct. 15-29, 2010 |
970 USD (Double Occupancy) |
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Full
Itinerary B |
Oct. 15-29, 2010 |
1275 USD (Single Occupancy) |
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Partial
Itinerary C |
Oct. 19-29, 2010 |
760 USD (Double Occupancy) |
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Partial
Itinerary D |
Oct. 19-29, 2010 |
1035 USD (Single Occupancy) |
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