15 Days Meditation and Yoga Retreat in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Facilities

Your daily program will include yoga and pranayama, meditation, deep relaxation, lectures, one time- temple area sessions, blessing ceremony.

Daily schedule

The exact schedule may vary depending on the season and the teachers they will have at the time, however, as a guide, the below example is what you can expect during your stay here.

• 06:00 - 07:30 Pranayama (breathing exercises) and Hatha yoga
• 07:30 - 08:30 Breakfast
• 10:00 - 11:00 Meditation / lecture / discussion
• 11:00 - 12:00 Vinyasa flow yoga
• 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
• 17:00 - 18:00 Flying yoga
• 18:00 - 19:00 Yin or Restorative yoga

Encouraged behavior

A dedicated yoga practice involves respecting a set of ethical principles, which are called Yamas and niyamas in the yogic tradition. They help to clear the mind and establish a solid foundation for your daily routine. It is strongly encouraged that you respect those principles as they will also create a balanced group energy during your retreat.

Yamas

• Ahimsa: Nonviolence, compassion, and non-harm towards yourself and others.
• Satya: Truthfulness and honesty through actions, speech, and thoughts
• Asteya: Non-stealing, detaching from covetousness, and cultivating a less materialistic view of life
• Brahmacharya: Abstinence and moderation in all things and sensual cravings.
• Aparigraha: Non-greed. The attitude of generosity and non-possessiveness.

Niyamas

• Saucha: Purity, it is the cleanliness of the body and mind.
• Santosha: Contentment. Being satisfied with what you have.
• Tapas: Self-discipline, diligence, and perseverance in your practice.
• Swadhyaya: Self-study that includes the study of scriptures but also of oneself.
• Ishvarapranidhana: Surrendering to a higher intelligence. Realization and dedication to the divine presence within all.

Siem Reap is renowned for its magnificent temples. As the largest religious and spiritual monument known today, the area has a unique culture and vibration, with deep roots in Theravada Buddhism. You will experience that spiritual culture while practicing at the center or in the countryside, under the shade of centenary trees and archeological wonders.

Nearby places

• Siem Reap riverside - 10 minutes

Breakfast and lunch are shared in the garden and are seen as a social occasion, a chance to bond and share stories with fellow guests and teachers. These are mainly Khmer dishes, vegetarian, with seasonal fruits and vegetables.

On your spare time, you can take bike rides through the following sites:

Angkor temples

A 45 kilometer mountain bike ride to visit the Angkor Wat complex through the less travelled roads. From the south gate of Angkor Thom, you will start an adventure ride on the hidden paths towards secluded temples. You will then continue to reach the majestic west gate of Angkor Thom, followed by the Bayon temple. Explore the fascinating lush rainforest along the way by visiting Preah Khan. You will immerse into the jungle temple at Tanei and Taproom before returning to the Blue Indigo Retreat yoga center. A sunrise tour is available for the journey above by starting at 05:00 a.m. daily. Minimum 6 persons.

Angkor Wat and Bayon

A 25 kilometer mountain bike ride to visit the Angkor Wat complex through the less travelled roads. No traffic! From the south gate of Angkor Thom, you will start an adventure ride on the hidden paths towards secluded temples. You will then continue to reach the majestic west gate of Angkor Thom, followed by the Bayon temple. You will pause in the most beautiful areas to meditate and practice mediation and yoga before returning to Blue Indigo Retreat yoga center.

Countryside

A 25 kilometer ride having a fun time in rural areas by experiencing a genuinely different atmosphere. You will ride among rice fields, vegetable farms, haycock, local markets (testing local delicacies such as fruits and cakes), experience daily village life, and rest in a Buddhist pagoda. You will then continue to the Arthnear pagoda where a twelfth century temple is settled inside (temple pass not required).

The south countryside of Siem Reap

A 40 kilometer mountain bike ride along the Siem Reap river to reach Tonle Sap lake and along the way, you will see the green rice fields, lotus farms, vegetable fields, haycock, local markets (tasting local delicacies), experience daily village life, and rest in a Buddhist pagoda. You will refresh with coconut juice drinks. Then, after crossing a lotus field, you will reach the Tonle Sap and go for a boat tour to see the floating village. You will then visit the Arthnear pagoda where a twelfth century temple is settled inside (temple pass not required). You will meditate in this magical setting before returning to Blue Indigo Yoga retreat center.

As well, you may try these:

• An excursion to the waterfalls and the rice fields
• Blessing ceremonies by monks on the steps of the pagoda
• Reflexology sessions

• Blessing ceremony
• 14 nights accommodation
• Daily yoga and meditation classes
• 2 daily vegetarian meals
• Bicycles available

• Ticket to temples
• Transportation from the airport
• Extra expenses outside
• Dinner

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.