Join Peggy Dylan in SUNDOOR's first Spiritual Adventure Nepal and experience the spiritual roots hidden deep in the Himalayas! Swami Keshavadas, Peggy's root-guru, said that to put foot in the Himalayas guarantees enlightenment. We are thrilled to be able to offer this life-changing journey to Nepal, in which we will not only put foot in the Himalayas, but trek in them! Draped along the spine of the Himalayas, Nepal is a land rich in scenic splendor and cultural treasures; including the colorful hill-tribes, Tibetan monasteries, and some of the best hiking trails on earth. The Lonely Planet guide calls Nepal the best place for trekking on earth and says the best time is the start of the dry season in November: the weather is balmy, the air is clean, visibility is perfect and the countryside is lush and green following the monsoon.

You will meet and do ceremony with Tibetan lamas, deepen your understanding of Tibetan Buddhism, hang prayer flags from the top of the Swayambhu Temple with prayers for yourself, humanity and your loved ones, and join the human prayer wheel as it circles the great stupa in Kathmandu. This is a spiritual adventure, a pilgrimage, with rich enjoyment of the diversity of our beautiful planet and a deepening of your spiritual path. Peggy will lead the journey and your fellow pilgrims will be companions from SUNDOOR, so we can guarantee there will be eventful meetings with high lamas, spontaneous rituals and other blessings now unforeseeable. There will also be plenty of opportunity to shop for the excellent handicrafts and spiritual wares so readily available in Nepal.

Early Bird price: US$2800 (book before 05/31)
Standard Price: US$2995

This first SUNDOOR Adventure to Nepal is limited to 20 people only, on a first come, first served basis.

Nubri Monastery extension trip
October 27-November 1

For those of you who can join us for the first portion, we will helicopter food and supplies to the Nubri Monastery: a once in a lifetime experience. This monastery is only accessible by foot on a treacherous and exhausting nine-day trail by which all supplies usually need to be carried. The monks and nuns often go without much sustenance so our relief, bought with proceeds donated in Initiation's auctions, will be most welcome. We will stay for two unforgettable days filled with ceremony and prayer with these devoted monks and nuns in their inaccessible retreat in the midst of the Himalayas.

Price for the 6 day extension: US$850

The extension trip is limited to 10 adventurers only, on a first come, first served basis and includes the cost of the helicopter rides.

We are currently considering the Annapurna Tatopani Loop trek, a colorful trek in the Annapurna region. The trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and has great views of the high mountains. On the trail we enjoy the relaxing hot springs of Tatopani, which is considered some of the best trekking in Nepal. Enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery while hiking through charming villages inhabited by the Gurungs. Dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys, all set below the Annapurnas with the stunning peak of Machhapuchare dominating the skyline, makes this amazingly rewarding for nature lovers. One of the highlights of this trek is doing ceremony and then watching the sun rise on one of the most spectacular mountain views on earth. As the sun touches the snow-capped summits, the Himalayan giants - Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Annapurna (8091m) along with the jagged edge of other peaks - gradually reveal their grandeur. At this moment standing in this glory we understand suddenly why setting foot in the Himalayas allows us to touch enlightenment.

A percentage of the trip's proceeds and the auction revenue raised in other SUNDOOR trainings will be used to support the Tibetan Lamas and monasteries in Nepal!

Prices includes (double accupancy, please enquire for single supplement):
All hotels (double occupancy; please inquire for single supplement), guides, food while trekking, tents and pads for trek, ground transportation and internal flights, entry fees to sights and temples.

Prices do not include:
Food while in town (food is wonderful and inexpensive), transportation and entry fees for personal excursions, personal donations and contributions for ceremonies and temples, tips to lamas, guides and porters, visa fees and airport departure taxes, overweight baggage fees, flights to and from Nepal.