5-Day Healing Silence in Ninh Binh

Summary

Unlike traditional meditation retreats designed for large sanghas to practice meditation and listen to Dharma talks together, our program is tailored for small private or shared groups who wish to engage in meditation – from foundational to advanced levels – while exploring the core teachings of Buddhism.

The retreat is guided by experienced lay practitioners with in-depth knowledge of Buddhism and meditation.

The daily schedule is designed as a full-day retreat, starting early in the morning and ending in the evening.

Participants will gain deep insight into Buddhist philosophy and its practical applications in daily life and spiritual growth. You will also be carefully guided through the most authentic sitting meditation techniques as practiced during the Buddha’s time, with two meditation sessions per day.

This program is ideal for those looking to combine their spiritual retreat with a visit to Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay – one of the world’s natural wonders – or the nearby Cat Ba Island.
It promises to be a truly meaningful and enriching experience.

About This Retreat

This retreat is designed for travelers seeking an authentic spiritual experience in Vietnam.

Hosted at the majestic Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest Buddhist complex in Southeast Asia, the program combines mindfulness practice, Buddhist teachings, and cultural immersion.

You will learn simple yet powerful meditation techniques, understand the essence of Buddhist philosophy, and experience daily rituals practiced by monks and laypeople for centuries.

Everything is delivered in a warm, clear, beginner-friendly approach—perfect for those new to Buddhism or meditation.

Retreat Highlights

• Mindfulness meditation sessions guided by experienced Buddhist practitioners
• Visit the Three-world Grand Palace (Điện Tam Thế) – a space of profound serenity
• Walk through the Arhat Corridor with 500 Arhat statues, learning stories of wisdom
• Meditate under the Sacred Bodhi Tree gifted from Sri Lanka
• Join powerful Buddhist rituals: chanting sutras, repentance ceremony, peace prayer
• Learn core teachings: Karma, Cause & Effect, Buddhist ethics, right meditation method
• Visit the ancient Bai Dinh Pagoda, discovering holy legends & sacred energy
• Wood Meditation Art activity (Wood Block Imprint) – a slow, grounding practice
• Peaceful night walk & quiet reflection within Vietnam’s largest Buddhist complex

What Makes This Retreat Special

• Exclusive access to sacred spaces for chanting and meditation, spiritual rituals
• Led by facilitators with many years of Buddhist study & practice
• Immersive Buddhist culture: rituals, symbolism, stories, and temple traditions
• Unique meditative activity: Wood Imprint Mindfulness Art, Sutra writing
• Deeply peaceful environment surrounded by mountains, pagodas, and natural energy
• A perfect short retreat for travelers wanting meaning, clarity, and inner grounding

What’s Included in This Package

• Accommodation with airconditioning
• Daily delicious and nutritious meal
• Mineral water in room
• Welcome drink
• Daily guided meditation classes
• English speaking instructor
• Spiritual rituals
• Luggage storage
• Pre and post retreat support from our team

What’s Not Included in This Package

• Transporation
• Flights costs
• Travel insurance
• Visa fee
• Additional activities not included in the itinerary
• Additional treatments

Cancellation Policy: free

• 100% deposit refund: 30+ days before retreat start date
• 50% deposit refund: 15-29 days before retreat start date
• 0% deposit refund: 0-14 days before retreat start date
• Remaining Balance
• The remaining balance is due upon arrival.
• Payment is accepted by Cash, Credit/Debit Card or Bank Transfer

Program

DAY 1: ARRIVAL – EXPLORATION OF THE TRIPLE GEM (L,D)

• Transfer to Ninh Bình (on request)
• Welcome tea and retreat orientation
• Vegetarian Lunch
• Mindful walking to visit to the three main areas of the complex
• Learn about the life of Buddha and Bodhisattvas
• Walking the Path Through Sacred Serenity
• Dinner
• Science of Meditation
• Wholesome seed

DAY 2: SACRED BODHI TREE & THE PATH OF THE ARHATS (B, L)

• Sunrise meditation
• Wholesome seed & Golden lessons
• Walking meditation
• Practice qigong – breathwork
• Visit the Sacred Bodhi Tree, a descendant of the Bodh Gaya tree. Silent walking around the Sacred Tree.
• Explore the area of 30 Arhats and learn the symbolic meaning of each
• Mindful walk the 500-Arhat Corridor (the longest in Asia)
• Special activity: Secret favor of The Arhats
• Journey to the Ancient Bái Đính Pagoda, hidden deep in the limestone mountains
• Learn about Vietnamese Buddhist history, legends and monastic life
• Mindfulness meditation & sleep

Day 3 : BLESSING CEREMONY – FOLLOW THE ENLIGHTENED PATH – DEPARTURE (B, L)

• Sunrise meditation
• Profound and solemn prayers
• Peace in every step
• Practice qigong – breathwork
• Blessing ceremony & card
• Zen Woodblock Art Experience
• Lunch
• Journey to the Ancient Bái Đính Pagoda, hidden deep in the limestone mountains
• Learn about Vietnamese Buddhist history, legends and monastic life
• Sitting meditation
• Mindful sleep

Day 4 : TEA MEDITATION – MIRACLE BREATH – DEPARTURE (B, L)

• Sunrise meditation
• Chanting
• Peace in every step
• Nurture physical and mental health
• Tea Meditation
• Miracle breath
• Lunch
• Mindfulness meditation
• The Noble Path to enlightenment
• Mindful Sutra Writing Experience
• Sitting meditation
• Mindful sleep

Day 5: APPLYING BUDDHIST WISDOM – DEPARTURE (B, L)

• Sunrise meditation
• Chanting
• Peace in every step
• Buddhist applications for daily life
• How to use mindfulness, compassion and right understanding to live with clarity and peace
• Lunch. Departure.