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Nathalie F.
Geneva
September 2026
Ringing in the new year in complete silence was strange for the first hour and then felt exactly right.
NewVerified partnerIn Person4 daysResetRelax
New Year Silent Retreat
By Monastery View Meditation Centre5.0(1 review)
NewVerified partnerIn Person4 daysResetRelax
New Year Silent Retreat
By Monastery View Meditation Centre5.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 4 days
- Format
- In Person
- Packages
- 1
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 4-day silent retreat spanning New Year's Eve, offered as a quiet alternative to conventional celebrations.
Philosophy
The New Year as a genuine threshold for reflection, best marked in silence rather than noise.
Who This Is For
Guests wanting a contemplative alternative to typical New Year's festivities.
What's Included
- 4 days noble silence
- Full board
- Midnight meditation sit
- Year-ahead intention journal
- Celebratory meals or gatherings (this is a silent format)
Itinerary & Packages
4-Day New Year Retreat
Full silent New Year programme.
₹16,500
4 days
Day 1
Silence begins
Orientation and journal distributed before silence starts.
Day 3
Midnight sit
Silent group meditation spanning midnight.
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Policies
Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹16,500
per programme
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