The retreat runs ten days and nine nights at World Peace Village in Chiang Mai. The site has around 80 rooms, four yoga halls, a dedicated sound-healing room, Ayurveda and wellness facilities, and a large swimming pool, with indoor and outdoor space spread across eight acres of gardens and rice fields.

The arc of the programme is deliberate. Days 1 to 3 are grounding work: an opening circle, gentle Hatha, body-scan meditation, conscious relaxation, diaphragmatic breathing and a stress-management workshop, with the first Thai massage on Day 3. Days 4 and 5 move into observing thoughts and emotions, guided journaling, chakra meditation and restorative yoga, with an evening sound healing on Day 4 and a satsang on balance and letting go on Day 5.

Day 6 is a half day of silence — sitting meditation, mindful walking, conscious eating, journaling and Yoga Nidra. Day 7 returns to talking with a loving-kindness meditation and a workshop on compassion, forgiveness and healthy relationships. Day 8 is the full day in noble silence: meditation, pranayama, mindful meals, walking, nature awareness and rest, with teachers available throughout. Day 9 eases back out through mantra meditation, satsang and self-inquiry, plus the second massage and the start of your home practice. Day 10 closes with sunrise meditation, intention setting and a closing celebration before check-out at around midday.

A typical day: 6:00 herbal tea in silence, 6:30 pranayama and meditation, 7:30 Hatha or restorative yoga, 9:00 fruit and juice, 11:00 a workshop, satsang or guided meditation, 12:00 vegetarian brunch, 13:30 rest or personal time, 15:00 a scheduled massage or consultation, 16:30 gentler yoga or walking meditation, 18:00 light dinner, 19:00 sound healing, Yoga Nidra, mantra or satsang, 20:30 noble silence. Times shift with the season and the group.

The teachers are described only as "our teachers" on the page; no individual instructor names or certifications are given. What is stated is that every practice can be modified for age, mobility and experience, and that no previous yoga experience or religious belief is required.

What's included

- 10 days and 9 nights' accommodation - Vegetarian or vegan breakfast, lunch and dinner - Daily yoga, pranayama and guided meditation - Yoga Nidra and sound-healing sessions - Guided half-day and full-day silence - Mindfulness, chakra and nature meditation - Satsang and conscious-living workshops - Personal wellness consultation - Two traditional Thai massages - Personal practice guidance - Yoga mats, cushions and retreat journal - Herbal tea and purified drinking water - Swimming pool and indoor/outdoor activities - Wi-Fi and essential room amenities - Scheduled airport pickup and drop-off - Opening and closing ceremonies - Certificate of participation

What's not included

- Flights and visas - Travel insurance - Private transfers outside scheduled times - Optional excursions - Additional treatments - Personal purchases - Medical expenses - Gratuities

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