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Charlotte E.
Edinburgh
September 2026
The gardens themselves did half the work — such an unusually calm setting for a meditation retreat.
NewVerified partnerIn Person6 daysRelaxReconnect
Tea Garden Meditation Retreat
By Monastery View Meditation Centre5.0(1 review)
NewVerified partnerIn Person6 daysRelaxReconnect
Tea Garden Meditation Retreat
By Monastery View Meditation Centre5.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 6 days
- Format
- In Person
- Packages
- 1
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 6-day retreat combining seated meditation sessions with walks through the surrounding Darjeeling tea gardens.
Philosophy
The rhythm of the tea gardens — quiet, orderly rows, seasonal rhythm — used as a natural aid to sustained attention.
Who This Is For
Guests wanting a gentle, scenic meditation retreat rather than an intensive silent course.
What's Included
- Daily seated meditation
- Guided tea garden walks
- Full board
- Tea-tasting session
- Tea purchases to take home
Itinerary & Packages
6-Day Tea Garden Retreat
Full meditation and tea garden programme.
₹20,500
6 days
Day 1
Orientation walk
First walk through the gardens with a tea-estate guide.
Day 4
Tea-tasting session
Guided tasting of estate teas across flush seasons.
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Policies
Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹20,500
per programme
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