New Earth Retreat for Visionaries
Exploring the Future of Civilization through Bhutan’s Wisdom
Vision & Realization
Are you working on conscious projects in culture, arts, architecture, education, sustainability, regenerative business, technology, finance, governance, health, community development, social innovation, ecology, or human wellbeing?
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Are you a visionary, entrepreneur, artist, architect, scientist, educator, leader, policymaker, investor, or changemaker seeking new perspectives for the future of humanity?
Then this journey is for you.
Bhutan Ancient Wisdom
Nestled in the Himalayas, the Kingdom of Bhutan has long been regarded as one of the world’s most unique development models — a nation that measures progress not only through economic growth, but through wellbeing, environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and spiritual values. Home to the philosophy of Gross National Happiness, Bhutan offers a rare living example of how ancient wisdom and modern innovation can coexist.
Mindfulness City project
Experience the fusion of iAs the country embarks on the visionary Gelephu Mindfulness City project — a bold experiment in reimagining the future of urban development, sustainability, governance, and human flourishing — Bhutan is becoming a meeting place for some of the most forward-thinking minds of our time.
Global Visionaries Delegation
This unique delegation brings together visionaries from diverse fields to explore Bhutan’s culture, philosophy, spirituality, ecology, architecture, and emerging innovations. Through meaningful dialogue, immersive experiences, meetings with local leaders and pioneers, visits to sacred sites, and shared reflection, participants will engage with ideas that have the power to inspire profound transformation in their own projects, organizations, communities, and countries.
What does a truly thriving future look like for humanity?
More than a journey, this is an invitation to step outside conventional models of progress and experience a society asking one of the most important questions of our time.
Join a circle of leaders, creators, innovators, and changemakers as we explore the Land of the Thunder Dragon — and discover what lessons Bhutan may hold for the future of our world.
Programme
Day 1. Arrival in Paro
Theme: Entering the Kingdom
- Arrival at Paro International Airport (one of the world’s most spectacular mountain landings)
- Welcome ceremony with traditional khadar blessing
- Visit Rinpung Dzong
- Opening circle:
“Why are we here? Vision of the Future City.”
Evening talk:
Introduction to Bhutan’s development philosophy — Gross National Happiness.
Day 2. Sacred Landscape & Inner Vision
Theme: Future begins with consciousness
Morning hike to:
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang)
Reflection session after descent:
- “Inner architecture before outer architecture”
Evening fireside dialogue with a Bhutanese lama or philosopher.
Day 3. Travel to Thimphu
Theme: Governance & society
Stops along the way:
- Tachog Lhakhang Bridge
- Simtokha Dzong
In Thimphu:
Dialogue with representatives of the Gross National Happiness Commission.
Topics:
Ecology and policy— Gross National Happiness.
Future cities
Wellbeing-based economics
Day 4. Future Urban Vision
Theme: Designing the City of the Future
Visit:
- Mindfulness City Project
Meeting with planners, architects, or government representatives.
Roundtable:
- Architects
- Systems thinkers
- Cultural leaders
Workshop:
“What is a civilization that supports awakening?”
Day 5. Culture as Living Technology
Theme: Art, craft, and sacred design
Visit:
- National Institute for Zorig Chusum (13 traditional arts)
Dialogue with:
- Bhutanese artisans
- Sacred architecture specialists
Topics:
- Geometry of temples
- Mandala design
- Sacred aesthetics in city planning
Evening: Bhutanese music and dance gathering.
Day 6. Ecology & Regenerative Future
Theme: Earth stewardship
Bhutan is the only carbon-negative country.
Visits:
- Motithang Takin Preserve
- Forest conservation projects
Talk with environmental leaders.
Workshop:
“What does a regenerative civilization look like?”
Day 7. Sacred Valley Journey
Travel to the Punakha Valley
Visit:
- Punakha Dzong
Discussion:
- Ancient wisdom guiding modern governance
- Spiritual architecture and political power
Evening river meditation near the Pho Chhu.
Day 8. Vision Integration Retreat
Return to Paro
Private retreat day.
Activities:
- Qi Gong / meditation
- Vision council
- Delegates present insights
Question explored:
“What will each of us bring back to our countries?”
Day 9. Departure
Closing ceremony.
Creation of a Visionary Alliance or ongoing collaboration network.
Our intention is not only to introduce participants to Bhutan’s unique vision and living culture, but also to create pathways for future partnerships, knowledge exchange, research initiatives, investment opportunities, and collaborative projects that can contribute to positive impact both within Bhutan and around the world.
This journey is designed as a foundational experience and can be tailored to the specific interests and objectives of the delegation. For organizations, institutions, companies, foundations, academic groups, investors, or government representatives seeking deeper engagement, the program may be expanded to include additional meetings, site visits, strategic dialogues, and introductions with relevant stakeholders.
Depending on the group’s focus, bespoke arrangements may be made with government officials, policymakers, cultural leaders, educational institutions, innovators, entrepreneurs, sustainability experts, spiritual teachers, and representatives of key development initiatives. Whether your interest lies in architecture, urban planning, wellbeing economics, education, environmental stewardship, social innovation, technology, investment, or cross-cultural collaboration, we can help facilitate meaningful connections and opportunities for deeper exploration.
To book your space, DM to Lola Lhamo: LhamoLola@gmail.com or +44 7757093532
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