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program
An immersive retreat experience through Beijing, Dali, and Lijiang blending Kundalini Yoga, meditation, cultural exploration, nature, and reflection.
China holds an extraordinary tension between movement and stillness. Ancient ritual and modern intensity. Vast cities and silent mountains. This journey moves through both.
Across eight days, participants travel from the imperial history of Beijing into the mountain landscapes and traditional cultures of Yunnan Province, experiencing China through movement, practice, nature, food, philosophy, and shared experience.
Daily Kundalini Yoga, meditation, breathwork, and reflective practices are woven throughout the retreat, creating space for grounding, integration, and inner exploration alongside the outer journey.
Nancy Zabaneh
A Dubai-based practitioner, educator, and the Arab Country Coordinator for Dr. Gabor Maté’s Compassionate Inquiry®️ across the Middle East and North Africa. With nearly 30 years of experience in personal transformation, somatic practice, conscious leadership, and nervous system regulation, she is also a pioneer of Kundalini Yoga in the Middle East, having trained thousands of teachers and practitioners across the region. As an international trainer with the Beyond Addiction program, Nancy integrates embodiment, presence, emotional awareness, and trauma-informed approaches to create transformative experiences that are both deeply grounded and expansive.
Explore the Forbidden City & historic Beijing Hutongs with local experts
Explore UNESCO-listed Lijiang Old Town & Naxi culture
Nature hikes, breathwork & meditation in mountain landscapes
Traditional tea ceremony, calligraphy workshop & Tai Chi in the park
Cultural immersion in Dali’s Bai villages
Guided hike along a remote, less-visited section of the Wall
Sunrise Kundalini Yoga & meditation on the Great Wall of China
Visit vibrant local markets in Yunnan
Curated dining experiences including Peking Duck & traditional mushroom hotpot
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package
Beijing (3 nights)
Dali (1 night)
Lijiang (3 nights)
All accommodations are offered on a shared room basis.
Full board
Retreat Fee (excluding international and domestic flights): USD 2,750 (AED 10,100)
- Domestic Flight within China: USD 475 (AED 1,749)
A non-refundable deposit of USD 300 is required to reserve your place.
The remaining balance is due by June 30, 2026.
- Airport pick-ups and drop-offs aligned with designated group arrival and departure windows
- Accommodation throughout the journey, carefully selected for comfort, character, and location
- All ground transportation during the program, including private transfers
- High-speed train travel between regions
- Experienced local guides offering cultural insight and local context
- All scheduled activities, site visits, and entrance fees
- Curated meals reflecting regional Chinese cuisine and shared cultural experience
- Daily Kundalini yoga, meditation, and group activations to anchor and integrate the journey
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checklist
We strongly recommend that all retreat participants obtain travel and medical insurance prior to traveling.
Most foreign citizens require a visa to enter China. While China offers visa-free entry to many nationalities for stays up to 30 days (valid until Dec 31, 2026), others must apply via the official online portal. We recommend completing this process by August 10, 2026.
Here is the link to the official China Online Visa Application (COVA): consular.mfa.gov.cn
Kindly select the "L Visa" (Tourist Visa) option.
Action Steps:
Check Eligibility: Confirm if your passport qualifies for China’s visa-free policy.
Apply Online: Complete the COVA form and upload your passport and photo.
Submit Passport: Once the online status shows "Passport to be Submitted," visit your local Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC) to drop off your physical passport.
Timing: Processing typically takes 4–7 business days after you submit your physical passport.
Recommended Group Flight Options From the UAE
EK306
October 20, 2026
Dubai to Beijing
3:50 AM – 3:25 PM
EK303
October 27, 2026
Shanghai to Dubai
11:00 PM – 5:10 AM
Your booking confirms that you are medically, physically and emotionally fit to participate and accept any risk involved with a given activity.
We request participants to secure the following prior to travel:
Doctor’s certificate if under medical/psychiatric supervision
Disclosure of food allergies
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance policy
Participants are responsible for their own well-being, safety, medical and other essential needs throughout the retreat.
The facilitators are not liable or responsible for any personal accident, injury, death, damage or loss or negligence of the contracted suppliers.
The retreat does not make any representation, warranty, or guarantee as to whether you will ultimately attain a cure for any health condition or disease.
Domestic and international flights
China visa fees
Medical and Travel Insurance
Extra nights in Shanghai
Cancellation Terms – Domestic Flights
Domestic flights are subject to airline fare rules and conditions.
Cancellations made 60 days or more before the retreat generally provide the best opportunity to recover flight costs.
Cancellations made less than 60 days before the retreat are typically non-refundable.
Once issued, tickets may be non-refundable or subject to change or cancellation fees.
Participant Cancellations
A non-refundable deposit of USD 300 is required to secure your place.
The remaining balance is due by June 30, 2026.
Any refund is limited to amounts recovered from third-party suppliers and is not guaranteed. Earlier cancellations generally provide the greatest opportunity to recover costs.
No refunds will be provided for unused services, late arrival, early departure, or voluntary withdrawal after the retreat has commenced.
In exceptional circumstances, requests may be considered at the sole discretion of the retreat organizers.
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