Buddhist Meditation: Monastic Life Immersion

Learning about the correct method of meditation
Study the profound Buddhist doctrines
Do volunteer work to gain blessings for life and meditation
Nurture gratitude, loving-kindness, and compassion through solemn Buddhist rituals practiced earnestly.
Live alongside the Monks and Nuns to understand more about the monastic life.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Ho Chi Minh City - Phat Quang pagoda (L,D)

Thien Ton Phat Quang - 10:00 Welcome and check-in
11:00 Grateful meal
Vegetarian lunch
14:00 Enlightening Mindful Odyssey
Meditation session
15:00 Countless blessing/ volunteer work
Learning to make cakes/tea/tofu/ cooking
Painting on fabric
17:00 Grateful meal
Vegetarian dinner
Washing the dishes…

What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Food and drinks
What's Not Included
  • transport
Location
Phat Quang Pagoda
Núi Dinh Thôn Chu Hải
Registration table is at the bookstore.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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G2693al_
Oct 12, 2025
Couple 2 day experience in the pagoda - We had an amazing and truly authentic experience at the pagoda. We were the only tourists there, and we were welcomed with open arms. It was incredible to see how daily life in the monastery really works. We joined the meditation sessions, volunteered in the kitchen, and learned about mindfulness and meditation. Everyone we met was kind, genuine, and happy to share their way of life. This is a wonderful experience for anyone interested in Buddhism. We highly recommend it - it’s something we’ll definitely tell our friends and family about when we return home.
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Jlachance2015
Sep 30, 2025
Meditation and mindfulness - A very interesting experience. Everyone was super friendly and wanting to speak with me even with their limited English. Intense meditation for someone who doesn’t meditate often- 3 times a day for 1 hour was definitely a challenge but so glad I did it! People are genuinely nice, helpful and friendly. I felt welcomed and cared for. I have to give special mention for the food… amazing, incredibly delicious vegetarian fare. Every meal was excellent! I even got to watch them cook a tofu recipe. You also get to help with the food prep by cutting vegetables. Sleeping arrangements are basic dorm style with a blanket on the floor. Overall I enjoyed it immensely and talking with the nuns and volunteers was very enjoyable. I would go back again.
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Rodolfo
Sep 30, 2025
Amazing experience - My experience at the Pagoda was incredible! I wanted to learn more about Buddhism and meditation, and I couldn’t have chosen a better place. I was able to achieve my goal, learning so much about both with the monks who welcomed me with open arms, as if they had known me for a long time. I truly loved every second I spent there and would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a similar experience.
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436hanaek
Aug 21, 2024
Unforgettable experience - The Pagoda is impressive, surrounded by lush greenery in a very peaceful environment. The kindness of the people impressed me; I felt very welcomed. I highly recommend this experience 100%.
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L8994akantonior
Apr 5, 2024
Worth it, do go! - Exceptional, got to meet everyone in the Padoga everyone was really friendly and welcoming! Eating and practicing proper full body meditation was an immense experience.
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Edgara303
Mar 26, 2024
Amazing immersive experience - I really loved this experience. Not only did I learn the basics of meditation, I was also able to talk to a monk directly who answered all my questions patiently. Hung Nguyen is also a very amazing tour guide always ready to help clarify things and make the experience memorable.
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From $85
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).