Explore & Unfold- Thailand & Cambodia with Sherri Baptiste
With Sherri Baptiste
September 29 - October 6, 2018
Our journey will begin in the majestic northern city of Chiang Mai, the cultural capital of Thailand. Unique custom-designed excursions will include exploring ancient temples by rickshaw, participating in a traditional offering at a Buddhist temple, enjoying a private walking and shopping tour of local artisans and their handicrafts, cooking classes, an herbal compress class, and a visit to a nearby elephant sanctuary. Accommodation will be at a lovely property located in the historic heart of the city. The charming boutique hotel takes its name from a majestic 200-year-old tamarind tree that shelters the hotel. The rooms reflect the rich ethnic diversity of northern Thailand by using fabrics and patterns drawn from various tribes of the region. Enjoy yoga with Sherri one to two times a day in a nearby gathering space, rich cultural interactions, and delicious food. Our yoga practices are part of the fabric of our journey and extend beyond the confines of a studio as we stretch out into the ‘everywhere’ of travel adventure together.
After Thailand we will venture to Angkor Wat in Cambodia, one of the world’s most important ancient monuments and a sight not to be missed in this lifetime. Built in the 1100s, this gorgeous and inspiring Hindu temple complex is the national symbol of Cambodia and holds great pride for the Khmer culture. The grandeur and beauty of the structures are only matched by the skilled artistry of the thousands of intricately carved bas reliefs. The ancient kings of Cambodia competed to outdo each other in the size, scale, and symmetry of their building efforts, culminating in the world’s largest religious building, Angkor Wat.
Our days have been skillfully designed to get the most out of our time here, with an eye for avoiding the crowds. We will see all of the more well-known highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as a few off-the-beaten-track treasures, where we will likely be the only visitors there. Our accommodations are in a lovely 4-star hotel with hospitable staff. Cambodia has experienced decades of political upheaval, civil war, and tragedy, yet what you will likely remember the most from your visit is the indomitable spirit and warmth of its citizens.
The Venue
4 Nights, Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
About: Our hotel is a unique and charming boutique property that is nestled in the heart of historic Chiang Mai. Surrounded by ancient temples and quaint shopping streets, it takes its name from magnificent 200 years old tamarind tree that shelters the hotel in a shady embrace. Simple but stylish and around a series of garden courtyards, the 42 guest rooms reflect the rich ethnic diversity of northern Thailand by using fabrics and patterns drawn from various tribes of the region. Intimate, serene and relaxing, This location is an oasis of calm and tranquility, the perfect base for exploring Chiang Mai and beyond.
4 Nights, Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia
About: Our hotel − or ‘the green village’ − is a 5-star luxury resort near Siem Reap in Cambodia. Set within 8 acres of lush gardens, lemon-grass meadows and rice paddies, this elegant retreat is a gateway to the Angkor World Heritage Site and numerous natural and cultural wonders. 45 spacious stilted villas − 25 with private terrace − comprise the guest accommodations. Inspired by traditional Cambodian wooden housing, both exterior and interior have been designed, sculpted and furnished to create an authentic yet luxurious Cambodian experience. A sanctuary of tranquility and rejuvenation, Spa Temple offers 7 treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room and relaxation area, a yoga pavilion, a fully-equipped fitness room, and a 50-metre outdoor infinity pool. All designed to balance and restore your well-being using indigenous healing therapies − honoring your body as the sacred temple that it is.
Highlights
- Traditional market visits
- Morning monk offering
- Temple visits
- Healing herb compress class
- Village walk
- Optional elephant sanctuary visit
- Cooking class
- Beautiful accommodations in a 4 & 5 star hotels
- Tour of the world’s largest religious monument, Angkor Wat
- All of the more well-known highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as a few off-the-beaten-track treasures
- Meticulously planned itinerary to maximize crowd avoidance
- Sunset drinks & private boat tour
- Purification ceremony and chanting with an elder Monk at Phnom Krom Pagoda
- Expert Oxford scientist and scholarly guides
- Yoga Alliance accredited CEU’s
- Daily yoga & meditation with Sherri
Menu
Breakfast is included in the cost of your program. Lunches and dinners are not included but, there are many wonderful and affordable off-site restaurants where you can dine. You can plan for lunches & dinners to cost approximately $10 – $40/person. There will also be special activities including a cooking class and farewell dinner which will be included in the price of your program.
Directions
You will book your international ticket into Chiang Mai (airport code: CNX) and out of Siem Reap (airport code: REP). The retreat will begin on the evening of September 29th in Thailand and conclude on the morning of October 7th in Cambodia.
Private airport transfers are included in the price of your trip whenever you arrive, day or night. Note: if you arrive early and decide to stay at an alternate location other than our group hotel, you will be responsible for coordinating and paying for your own transportation directly with the hotel where you will be staying.
About the Teacher
Sherri Baptiste
Sherri Baptiste was born and raised in a family of revolutionary thinkers. She is from a lineage of pioneers, leaders and visionaries in the world of Human Potential recognized for their master classes in the field of yoga, dance, physical fitness and peak performance training. Teaching throughout the US she serves as a TV and […]
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