Hemis Schukpachan
Three Stupas of Hemis Schukpachan
Golden hour on the village's mountains.
Hemis Schukpachan
Ladakh Yoga Retreats:
Yoga, Trekking and Culture
More than a Yoga Retreat, a true immersion into Ladakhi's unique culture and landscape!
Retreat 1: 30 Jun - 8 Jul 2025
Retreat 2: 3 - 11 August 2025
My Ladakh Yoga Retreats offer a unique blend of yoga, meditation, cultural immersion, and adventure that I feel you will love it!
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Yoga & Meditation: Let the energy of Ladakh infuse your practice with its incredible potency! Connect with your true nature by diving deep into yoga practices in our beautiful yoga shala that will leave you energised and yet relaxed.
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Trekking adventures: trek to the sacred Dakmar’s Meditation Cave and the Silent Valley trek to Rizong Monastery and marvel at the awe-inspiring Himalayan mountains that frame this extraordinary landscape.
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Authentic Experiences: Visit ancient Buddhist monasteries and witness monks chanting ancient teachings.
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Cultural Immersion: Visit local homes to learn about Ladakhi culture, their unique architecture, and cuisine. This is truly an unforgettable part of the retreat!
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Ladakhi Charm: Be captivated by the kindness, hospitality, and friendliness of the Ladakhi people.
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Spiritual Exploration: the village of Hemis Schukpachan as well as our yoga studio provide the perfect sanctuary for deep introspection and spiritual growth.
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Nature's Sanctuary: scape to our Secret Garden, where the sounds of nature create a peaceful haven. Bring a good book or just let yourself ‘be in the present moment’ in this calming refuge.
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High Comfort: enjoy Togocheepa Eco Hotel's beautiful spacious rooms with western style toilets, comfy beds and spectacular views of the village and surrounding mountains.
Sustainability at the Heart of Our Retreat
Sonam and the eco-friendly hotel are committed to preserving the village of Hemis Shuckpachan and minimizing the impact of tourism. They work closely with locals to support the community and ensure a sustainable experience.
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Local Cuisine: you will enjoy delicious meals made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients from the villagers’ gardens, including milk and yogurt from the neighbour’s cow delivered to your table every morning.
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Vegan & Vegetarian Options: We offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes to cater to all dietary needs.
The Program
Day 1:
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Welcoming at Leh hotel.
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Introduction of participants & Shanti Stupa Visit
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Dinner.
Day 2:
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Early morning visit to Thikse monastery for morning prayers followed by a visit to Likir monastery. Drive to Hemis Schukpachan Village, lunch and rest.
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Gentle yoga & meditation
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7pm: Dinner.
Day 3:
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7:30 – 9:30: Morning yoga practice
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9:30 – 10:30: Breakfast
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10:30 – 1pm: Free time to rest, read, journal, relax in the secret garden, visit and explore the village and surrounding area.
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1 – 2pm: Lunch
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2 – 4:30pm: Free time (as above)
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Gentle yoga/chanting/ meditation
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7pm: Dinner
Day 4:
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7:30 – 9:30: Morning yoga practice
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9:30 – 10:30: Breakfast
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10:30 – 12pm: Free time
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12pm – 3pm: Cultural visit to a local house where you will learn about Ladakhi culture, architecture and their cuisine by learning how to make Momo, a delicious steamed dumpling loved by locals and foreigns!
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Gentle yoga /chanting/ meditation
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7pm: Dinner
Day 5:
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7:30 – 9:30: Morning yoga practice
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9:30 – 10:30: Breakfast
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10:30 – 1pm: Free time
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1pm – 2pm: Lunch
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3pm - 5pm: Trek to Dakmar Cave, a meditation cave used by a monk for many years and a sacred site for many Ladakhis.
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Gentle /chanting/ meditation
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7pm: Dinner
Day 6:
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7:30 – 9:30: Morning yoga practice
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9:30 – 10:30: Breakfast
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10:30 – 1pm: Free time to rest, read, journal, relax in the secret garden, visit and explore the village and surrounding area.
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1 – 2pm: Lunch
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2 – 4:30pm: Free time (as above)
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Gentle yoga/chanting/ meditation
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7pm: Dinner
Day 7:
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Silent hike to Rizong Monastery through the Silent Valley pass. Lunch by the river and transport back to the hotel ( 4-5hrs) *
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Restorative yoga/ Yoga Nidra
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7pm: Dinner.
Day 8: Silent Day ******
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7:30 – 9:30: Morning yoga practice
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9:30 – 10:30: Breakfast
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10:30 – 1pm: Free time to rest, read, journal, relax in the secret garden, visit and explore the village and surrounding area.
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1 – 2pm: Lunch
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2 – 4:30pm: Free time (as above)
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5:00 – 7:00pm: Gentle yoga/chanting/ meditation
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7pm: Dinner
Day 9:
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Silent Meditation & Closing Ceremony
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Breakfast
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Transport to Leh/ Airport
* If you don't want or can't trek to Rizong Monastery, there is an option of going by car and meeting the group there for visit and lunch. Unfortunately, the Dakmar Cave has no car route as is up a big rocky formation.
Would you like to visit one of the most spectacular landscapes in Ladakh?
We have created a short 3 days and 2 nights trip to one of the most breathtaking areas of Ladakh where we will be visiting two villages and driving through some of the most scenic routes in the region. Minimum 4 people for this trip to happen. If you are interested, mentioned about this at the time of booking.
Prices
The prices include all yoga classes, accommodation for 7 nights, 3 meals a day, transportation from Leh to Hemis Schukpachan and back, as well as transportation from Rizong monastery back to the hotel.
Private Room
Double Room
Triple Room
Want to enhance your overall experience and maximise the transformative benefits of the retreat? Choosing a private room ensures that you have a dedicated space for relaxation, introspection, and self-care.
Book a private room for only:
2450 EUR p/person
Are you a couple or 2 friends traveling together? Maybe you want more connection with other to share your experiences and a more cost-effective option? The rooms offers 2 single beds.
Book our double room for only:
2200 EUR p/person
Want to forge connections, share experiences, and create a sense of community? A triple room brings a balance between personal space and shared experiences adding a unique dimension to your retreat journey besides being the most cost-effective option.
Book a triple room for only:
1900 EUR p/person
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Important Information
Travelling to Ladakh is fairly easy!
A flight from anywhere in Europe to Delhi is about 8 hours.
From Delhi there are numerous daily flights to Ladakh (Leh) of about 1hr20minutes duration with breathtaking views over the Himalayas..
You will be in Ladakh in shorter time than going to Thailand!
However, there are some important considerations when planning your trip for the retreat:
ALTITUDE &
ACCLIMATIZATION
Leh stands at 3.500 meters above sea level; therefore, it's important to arrive one or two days before the retreat to start acclimatising.
For most people the symptoms are mild but even if you don't feel much, it's important to rest and drink plenty of water on those first days. Most people feel fine 2 or 3 days after arriving.
PASSPORT & VISA
You will need to apply for a Visa to enter India and it's SUPER EASY!
You can apply for a 30-day E-tourist visa at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
You will get your visa a couple of days letter on your email. Printi it out and bring it with you.
Prices vary from country to country and this information is available on the above web page.
Remember that your passport must have 2 blank pages and be valid for at least 6 months.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
It's required that you get travel insurance covering emergency medical treatment and emergency evacuation and repatriation.
We highly recommend cancellation insurance.
PAYMENT AND
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payment is done via bank transfer.
A 500 EUR non refundable deposit is necessary to secure your spot.
Please get in touch at amiloyoga@gmail.com
to know how to make the payment.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation for 8 nights.
Transport from and back to Leh.
3 vegetarian meals.
Complementary tea, coffee.
2 Daily Yoga classes
Trek to Rizon Monastery and transportation back to hotel.
Trek to Dakmar Cave
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
International & domestic airfare
Hotel nights in Delhi and Leh prior to Day 1 of the retreat.
India visa fee
Travel insurance
Meals taken outside the retreat days or outside the retreat meals time.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Retreat 1 :
Cancellations until 01/03/2025: refund of amount paid minus bank fees and non-refundable deposit.
Cancellations between 02/03/2025 till 29/04/2025: 50% refund of the total paid minus bank fees and non-refundable deposit.
Cancellations from 30/04/205: money will not be refunded.
Retreat 2 :
Cancellations until 04/04/2025: refund of amount paid minus bank fees and non-refundable deposit.
Cancellations between 05/04/2025 till 03/06/2025: 50% refund of the total paid minus bank fees and non-refundable deposit.
Cancellations from 04/06/205: money will not be refunded.
