The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the green Earth, dwelling deeply in the present moment and feeling truly alive.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Accompanied by the monastic community of Plum Village, this mindful journey is a traveling retreat that begins in the south of Vietnam and moves north toward the center of the country. It invites you to discover the spiritual and cultural roots of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, also known as “Thay.”
This traveling retreat alternates times of mindfulness practice with the Plum Village community and responsible travel experiences, in contact with the landscapes and the local people. Throughout the journey, there will be moments of meeting, deep listening, sharing, meditation and body awareness.
This retreat is offered in French only
Pilgrimage Highlights
- Meeting the monastic community at Từ Hiếu “Root Temple” in Huế, the temple where Thay was ordained as a novice.
- Visiting the Central Highlands region, including Bát Nhã (Prajna) Monastery, Phương Bối Hermitage and Từ Đức Temple in Cam Ranh Province.
- Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), a guided visit to the School of Youth for Social Service, founded by Thay, where the Order of Interbeing, the first Tiếp Hiện community, was established.
Practices and Guidance
Group practices dear to the Plum Village tradition will be encouraged: moments of meeting, listening and sharing among participants, meditation sessions, body awareness practices and sharing circles.
The journey is limited to a maximum of 31 participants, accompanied by:
- 4 Plum Village monastics (including 3 monastics who will lead the retreat);
- 2 French-speaking companions who practice mindfulness;
- 1 certified local professional tour guide who speaks French.
Tourism services have been chosen, as far as possible, according to criteria of respect and environmental sustainability, favoring local providers guided by the principles of the social and solidarity economy.
Program
Please find the details of the trip and the booking process by clicking here (available in French only)
Services Not Included
- International flights and airport taxes; airline tickets not expressly included or still to be booked.
- Meals not listed in the program or marked “on your own”, personal expenses, additional drinks, and phone calls.
- Tips for drivers and guides.
- Assistance, repatriation, baggage, and cancellation insurance; suitable insurance is strongly recommended.
- Any service not mentioned in the “Included Services” section.
We wish you a wonderful journey, with every step!
Contact & Registration
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