Embark on a Sacred Journey

of a Lifetime:   

Bhutan & Nepal Pilgrimage 

 

 

 

 

 

TOUR DATES:
26 October – 6 November 2025

 

Reserve Your Spot Now!

Join Angela Hryniuk on a transformative 12-day pilgrimage through

the ancient and mystical landscapes of Bhutan and Nepal.

This journey is more than travel; it's a path to inner awakening, spiritual connection, and profound healing.

✨ Why This Pilgrimage Is Unlike Anything You've Ever Done

  • Awaken your next level of leadership and soul purpose in two of the world’s most spiritually charged places — Bhutan and Nepal.

  • Step into sacred spaces rarely accessible to outsiders, including private monasteries, ancient temples, and intimate rituals with devoted practitioners.

  • Release layers of grief, fatigue, and old identity through powerful somatic and spiritual practices guided by Angela and local wisdom keepers.

  • Experience the stillness and magic of the Himalayas — a natural portal to the Divine, where transformation happens through presence alone.

  • Travel with an intimate, like-minded circle of seekers, forming lasting bonds rooted in shared reverence, depth, and discovery.

  • Return recalibrated, reignited, and reconnected — to yourself, your spiritual path, and what truly matters.

 

This is not a vacation — it’s a soul investment that continues to unfold for years after you return.

Accommodation & Comfort

Rest each night in carefully selected 4 star hotels and guest houses that blend comfort with cultural authenticity, providing the perfect setting for reflection, renewal and rest.

 

 

TOUR HIGHTLIGHTS:

  • Meditate at Kopan Tibetan Buddhist Monastery for Westerners
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square (shopping for statues, carpets, Tangkas, and more)
  • Possible helicopter ride around Mount Everest
  • Circumnambulate the world reknown Swayambhunath Stupa
  • Guided meditation & teachings throughout the tour with a Buddhist lama
  • Particular attention to your personal journey
  • Experience the wonders of the mysterious kingdom of Bhutan
  • Participate in the colourful Dechenphu Buddhist festival in Thimphu
  • Visit the Dordenma Buddha, the largest Buddha statue in Bhutan
  • Encounter monks and nuns, and expect spontaneous teachings along the journey
  • Explore Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan
  • Dine in a family home to experience real life in Bhutan
  • Explore the 17th Century Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and most beautiful palace & fortress in Bhutan
  • Trek (or donkey ride) to the spectacular Taktsang Monastery, also known as the Tiger’s Nest Monastery
  • Relax in the traditional steaming hot tub after a day of touring
  • Journey to remote Buddhist fortress-monastery Rinpung Dzong with unique architecture
  • Expect the unexpected synchronicities to arise
  • Marvel at high mountain passes and stunning scenery in the country that counts the Gross Domestic Happiness of it's people before it's economy
  • Return home forever changed

ITINERARY:

26 October 2025
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu


Garland welcome on arrival in Kathmandu capital city of Nepal. Transfer to hotel, check-in and rest.

Afternoon tour in the bustling city centre of this ancient heritage city going back to the 12th century: former Palace Square, seat of power in the reign of the Gorkha kings. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kumari the residence of the revered Living Goddess, the landmark Swayambhunath Stupa overlooking the valley through its all seeing eyes of the Buddha.


Overnight: Hotel, Kathmandu

27 October 2025
Day 02: Kathmandu


Kathmandu Tour Includes: Vajrayogini Cave, and Kopan Monastery Also visit Boudhanath stupa which is nearby to Kopan monastery.

Overnight: Hotel, Kathmandu

28 October 2025
Day 03: Kathmandu 


We will either:
Visit Pharping with Guru's Handprint Cave, or Namo Buddha Monastery within Bhaktapur Heritage city.

Overnight: Hotel, Kathmandu

29 October 2025
Day 04 Kathmandu


Kathmandu free day
or
Optional helicopter ride around Everest.

Overnight: Hotel, Kathmandu

30 October 2025
Day 05: Arrival: Kathmandu - Paro – Thimphu


The flight to Paro is considered one of the most spectacular flight experiences in the world. While flying in and out of Bhutan, one can see Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makula, and other high peaks such as Jumolhari, Jichu Drakey, and Tsrim Gang.


Upon landing, your tour guide and driver will greet you with a name placard and accompany you on a brief one-hour drive through the scenic Paro and Thimphu river valleys, leading to Thimphu, the capital
city of Bhutan. Upon arrival, you will either check in your hotel or visit a local restaurant to have a lunch with choices of Bhutanese or continental cuisines. 


After lunch, visit Dordenma Buddha, the largest statue of Buddha in Bhutan. The stunning 51 metre statue heralds the entrance to the Thimphu Valley, and the complex has many good luck symbols. Once it is fully completed it will have a library and meditation centre with a unique collection of Buddhist scriptures Memorial Chorten built in honor of the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck “Father of Modern Bhutan”

Evening, explore Thimphu town and mini traditional handicraft stalls

Lunch in Local Restaurant
Dinner in Local Restaurant or hotel
Overnight in Hotel/Thimphu

31 October 2025:
Day 06: Dechenphu Buddhist festival in Thimphu
Sightseeing


After breakfast, we will visit Dechenphu festival in Thimphu.
Afternoon, explore Centenary Farmer’s Market where you can see local people from different walks of life selling their organically produce farm products.


Breakfast in Hotel
Lunch in Local Restaurant
Dinner in Local Restaurant or hotel

Overnight in Hotel/Thimphu

1 November 2025:
Day 07: Thimphu – Sightseeing


After breakfast, visit handicraft emporium which showcases traditional Bhutanese handicrafts, textiles and woodcrafts.


School of Thirteen Arts & Crafts to check out the religious and spiritual Arts and Crafts. 


After lunch, visit Ani Gompa or Zilukha Nunnery, where you’ll be able to witness the simple lives of the nuns, based around meditation and prayer. From this vantage point there are also good views of the valley with a backdrop of Tashichho Dzong in the distance Tashichho Dzong, the impressive seat of the Royal Government of Bhutan, which houses the offices of His Majesty the King, the throne room and the secretariat. If we’re lucky, we may be able to experience the flag ceremony that takes place during official occasions

Breakfast in Hotel
Lunch in Local Restaurant
Dinner in Local Restaurant or hotel
Overnight in Hotel/Thimphu

2 November 2025
Day 08: Thimphu – Punakha


Distance: 77km (2.5hrs)
Elevation: 1,200mts / 3,900ft
After breakfast drive to Punakha, an ancient capital of the country. Unlike the other districts in western Bhutan, Punakha is almost a tropical area with a warmer to hot weather.
En-route, stop by Dochula pass (3150m) which houses 108 Druk Wangyel Chorten or stupas. On a clear day, one can experience spectacular views of the eastern Himalayan mountain ranges.
Proceed to Punakha and visit Punakha Dzong. It is considered as a second oldest dzong in Bhutan, which was once home to over 500 monks. It is also the winter home of His Holiness Jhey Khenpo, the Chief Monk of Bhutan; as well as the wedding venue of their Majesties the King and Queen.
Explore longest suspension bridge which lies adjacent to the fortress. This spot is well known for photography enthusiasts.

Breakfast in Hotel
Lunch in Local Restaurant
Dinner in Local Restaurant or hotel
Overnight in Hotel/Punakha

03 November 2025
Day 09: Punakha – Paro


Distance: 130km (4-5hrs)
After breakfast, retracing the same route, drive to Paro. This valley is a beautiful farming valley with charming houses, orchards and farmlands. This is one of the best preserved of all the valleys in the country.


Upon reaching visit Bhutan National Museum built in the 17th century to guard the Paro Dzong Paro Rinpung Dzong, the ‘fortress of the heap of jewels’ that towers over the town. The dzong was built in 1644 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, on the foundation of a monastery built by Guru Rinpoche.


Some of the scenes from the 1995 film ‘Little Buddha’ by Bernardo Bertolucci were filmed here.
Evening, leisurely explore quaint little Paro town


Breakfast in Hotel
Lunch in Your Café Restaurant
Dinner in Ugyen farmhouse
Overnight in Paro

04 November 2025
Day 10: Paro - Hike to Tiger’s Nest


Elevation: 3,120mts / 10,240ft
Walking Hour: 4 – 5hrs


Today we’ll visit one of the most impressive sights in Bhutan, the Taktsang Monastery. This architectural wonder, also known as the ‘Tiger’s Nest Monastery’ is perched 900 meters up a sheer cliff face that  overlooks the Paro valley. According to legend, Guru Rinpoche miraculously flew here on the back of a tigress, where he then meditated in a cave for three months before converting the Paro valley to Buddhism. We’ll drive to the base of the Tiger’s Nest walk and take the spectacular trek up to the cafeteria viewpoint. Those who wish to visit the monastery itself can hike further to the height of 2980 meters (approximately two hours).
After the hike, return to the hotel and relax, or leisurely drive towards Drugyal Dzong (visit not allowed)


Breakfast in Hotel
Lunch in Taktshang Café
Dinner in Local Restaurant or Hotel
Overnight in Hotel/Paro

05 November 2025
Day 11: Paro - Kathmandu


After breakfast, your guide and driver will see you off at Paro International Airport for your flight to Kathmandu.
On arrival at Kathmandu, we will transfer you to hotel in Kathmandu.


Overnight in Hotel/Kathmandu

06 November 2025
Day 12: Departure Kathmandu


Our tour concludes after breakfast. We will transfer you to the airport for your onward international flight or transfer to Kopan Monastery.

INCLUDES:

  • Met on arrival at the Kathmandu airport by an Ekno Travel representative 
  • Services of an amazing English-speaking guide, Vikas Kumar for the duration of the tour
  • 5 nights’ twin share accommodation with breakfast, lunch & dinner in Nepal
  • 6 nights’ twin share accommodation with breakfast, lunch & dinner in Bhutan
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private AC vehicle 
  • Entrance fees to all sites and monuments as per the itinerary
  • *SDF Sustainable Development Fee Bhutan US$100
  • *Bhutan Visa US$40
  • *All current Nepal and Bhutan Government taxes

Please note: *marked tour entry fees, visa fee are subject to change without notice.

EXCLUDES:

  • International Airfare to Kathmandu
  • Travel insurance (compulsory)
  • Nepal Visa Fee
  • Occasional optional items, activities and transport not identified in itinerary description.
  • Personal expenditure such as drinks (including bottled water), laundry service and souvenirs
  • Tips and donations

Life Long Benefits

 

It will be impossible to go home without experiencing:
  • The Lessening of the Ego self into the emergence of the softened, authentic heart of “Beingness.”
  • A State of Equanimity after witnessing beauty and ugliness, poverty and wealth co-existing so harmoniously.
  • A Deep Appreciation and Gratitude of what we experience in the West. Questions of karma, reincarnation can’t but be pondered.
  • To “cherish life” from a new perspective. The West's physically richness, but spiritual poverty.
  • A Rich Encounter: YOUR spiritual Self.
  • All Gifts disguised as disturbance.

ACCOMMODATION

Place

Kathmandu

Thimphu

Punakha

Paro

Name of Hotel or

Guest House 

Shanker Hotel or similar

Naksel Urban Hotel & Spa

Hotel Lobesa / Hotel Pema Karpo

Tenzinling Resort / Lhayhuel Resort

PREVIOUS PILGRIMAGE EXPERIENCES

"I was so excited, and so fearful all at the same time... 

 
This trip has changed me from the inside.  I have to honestly say, the teachings, the places, the people and institutions have altered me. 
 
When you hear 'Happiness comes from the inside', I always felt that was just a cliche... but now I actually believe it. 
 
I would recommend everyone take this trip."  

- Maureen Sirois, Florida USA
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"The trip was an incredibly powerful experience for me, I arrived slightly nervous not knowing what to expect and left feeling more connected than I could have ever imagined at the time. The itinerary provided the perfect balance of teachings with Angela, time to Be and integrate all that was being experienced and also time to simply explore the magic that pilgrimage is and all it has to offer. 


I can’t imagine a better way to experience India for the first time than with someone like Angela who knows the country and each of the cities so well. Travelling with Angela allowed for ease, comfort and confidence as we travelled around and also the ability to meet people and experience things that would have never been possible without her. 


 I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who is ready to step outside of their day-to-day life and immerse themselves in the magic –it’s life changing!”
                                                 - Jess Mester, Sydney

I came without expectation. I was so wrapped up in the craziness of my own life, that I decided to dive into the unknown... of course I had an element of doubt, knowing that doubt is an integral part of faith. 
All I can say to anybody is that it's been completely and utterly and absolutely fantastic. Where there was doubt, it's been rewarded with generosity and journeying, both as a group and individually, physically and spiritually. 
If you come with an open mind and an open heart, you will be rewarded... that I can GUARANTEE!"

- Hylton Murray Philipson, London UK
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"I can say honestly I couldn't have imagined what I got out of this trip... the benefits I've experienced far outweigh what I expected. It's hard to describe in words because it's a feeling... feelings I experienced, and connections with the people, places, teachings, and the group.


I feel very grateful and blessed to have been part of a trip that wasn't just about seeing things, but also feeling things, and being in touch with a part of myself.

If you're on the fence... you just need to take the leap... because when you take the leap, you will reap the rewards. Every penny was worth it.  I knew I had to take this trip, I didn't know why... but I trusted in that, and that divine trust has paid me back tenfold."

- Hannah Athanasiadis, Toronto, Canada
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“Fantastic! Just do it!  None of your fears come true, and the insights, sounds and memories are beyond what you can even imagine! We travelled very comfortably with two amazing guides in Vikas and Angela.

 
 I’m still feeling the benefits two years later and I’m sure I’ll be unraveling for years to come how the country and my experiences changed me.”
                       
       -  Dr. Haley Jones, Canberra ACT

"Who would’ve thought you’d find silence in a crowd, or learn about compassion in a busy street with cows, dogs, and beggars? I’m blown away.

I felt safe, nurtured, and loved. Our guide intuitively picked up on the group’s needs. I couldn’t have asked for more.

If you think you can be more, be better, be happier, take this two-week journey. It will change everything.

Come back and enjoy life as you were born to. This trip brings you back to your worth, your harmony, your joy."


- Liza Joubert, South Africa
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“Don't think twice about going on this journey!  It's one of the best things I've ever done for myself! Where you're at spiritually, doesn't matter.  Angela and the various teachers (not to mention sites and sounds) are there to guide but YOU set the pace for your own discovery.
                

You're in great hands with Angela and Vikas.  Our itinerary covered much ground but was well paced and included little gems off the beaten path (both spiritually and otherwise) that added to the trip's depth and wonderment.
                
Throughout our travels I always felt safe and secure. The accommodations, food and travel were well planned and good quality.
                
Go with an open heart, soul and mind and let the spirituality happen. You will be so grateful that you pushed your fears aside and said, yes, to the journey!”
 
    – Diane Siewert, Los Angeles, CA

Deposit $1595 USD

Pilgrimage Deposit

Payment in full $14,995 USD

Pilgrimage in Full

3 Payments $5995 USD
(June, September, December)

3 Payments

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Spaces are limited to ensure an intimate experience.

Reserve your spot today! 

Take the first step on this sacred journey of a lifetime.

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My name is Angela Hryniuk, or Jhampal Tenzin. In the West, some call me 'The Teacher of Teachers.'

Over the past 30 years, I have been blessed to take part in 9 Pilgrimages to Buddhist countries, leading seven of my own groups, sharing the vast spiritual richness and facilitating life-transforming experiences. 
 
The time is now, before all the ancient and colourful rituals and customs vanish. Let go of the worry to "know where to go," as we've carefully chosen the very auspicious and holy places of Nepal and Bhutan.
 
To achieve some of my results as a Buddhist teacher, I have studied and worked with many great Spiritual Luminaries, both in Buddhist countries and around the world. Including...

-- His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama (1990 - to present, private retreat 2015)
-- Kalu Rinpoche, the Dalai Lama's tutor (2000)
-- Sayadaw U Lakanaw, Burmese Master lama (1999)
-- Dadi Janki, Brahma Kumaris Head (2005)
-- Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Head of Anglican Church (2003)
-- Shirin Ebadi, Muslim Nobel Peace Laureate and Activist (2003)
 
Many, many months have been spent in solo & silent retreat (over 40,000 hours sitting on a cushion), worked with the United Nations, have been a practicing Buddhist for 35 years, 28 years of sobriety and lama/Spiritual Teacher and business owner for over 25 years.
 
I also bring my love of the psychological and emotional journey each of us is on. For many years I've worked with groups in residential retreats aiding (mainly) women to dissolve old belief systems and patterns, by offering many tools and techniques. Specifically working with the scientifically proven "Accelerated Transpersonal Timeline Method©" or ATTM©, of which I am the creator.
 
This upcoming journey is one of Interfaith - you do not need to be a Buddhist, or of any particular spiritual tradition to be utterly amazed and transformed by this experience. However you must be at least a novice meditator. 
 
We will venture to the heart and soul of Buddhist countries, and you will be blessed with experiences and the meeting of holy people that few will seldom experience in a life time!
 
If you are being called, come join us!  Infuse your life with more joy than you can even imagine!
 
With love and blessings,
 
 Angela

Certain spiritual pre-requisites will be required. Group size limited to 8 to enhance and deepen the experience. This is an alcohol-free journey. All accommodation (4 star double occupancy, transfers and transport (air, train, private vehicles), breakfasts & lunch OR dinners, Guides, Teachings included. Excludes international flights to Kathmandu,  travel insurance (compulsory),  bottled water and other beverages not included with meals, tipping, donations to monks, nuns, temples; occasional optional items not identified in itinerary description.

 

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