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Monks Morning Food Offering/Almsgiving Tour

By I Asia Thailand
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$81 per adult
Features
Overview
  • Participate in almsgiving with local monks
  • Experience the serene morning atmosphere
  • Learn about the lifestyle of Thai monks
  • Learn about Thai Buddhist customs
  • Return Hotel Transport Included

Activity location

  • Mae Hong Son
    • Mae Hong Son , Mae Hong Son, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mae Hong Son hotels
    • Mae Hong Son , Mae Hong Son, Thailand

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Morning Food Offering/Almsgiving
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m3h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 am
Price details
AU$81.27 x 1 AdultAU$81.27

Total
Price is AU$81.27

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn hotel transport
  • What's includedWhat's included Donation
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny personal expenses (such as purchases in the market)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlms to give to the monks (about 40-baht will usually be sufficient if you choose to give)

Know before you book

  • Cost is based on a Join Tour (Minimum 2 Adults). One day prior to tour, if only 1 person is booked then tour can still operate but surcharge must be paid to Guide for tour to operate as Private Tour OR pax can cancel and receive refund.

What you can expect

The Monks Morning Food Offering/Almsgiving Tour offers a serene and culturally enriching experience that allows visitors to participate in the ancient Buddhist tradition of almsgiving. This tour provides an authentic opportunity to connect with local spiritual practices and observe the simplicity of monastic life in Thailand.

Highlights:

  • Morning Almsgiving: Participate in the daily ritual of offering food to Buddhist monks, a tradition known as “Tak Bat.” This symbolic gesture is a way of making merit and supporting the monks, who rely on these offerings for their sustenance.

  • Cultural Immersion: Gain a deeper understanding of Thai Buddhist customs and values through a direct, hands-on experience, while also learning about the significance of almsgiving in Buddhist culture.

  • Peaceful Atmosphere: Enjoy the tranquility of early morning in a local Thai community as the monks walk barefoot to receive offerings. It’s a quiet, reflective moment amidst the backdrop of the morning light.

  • Interaction with Locals: Witness local people as they perform this daily act of devotion, offering food to the monks as part of their spiritual practice. You’ll have a chance to engage with them and observe how this tradition is woven into their everyday lives.

  • Temple Visit: After the almsgiving, the tour often includes a visit to a nearby temple, where you can explore the sacred grounds, offer prayers, and learn about the architecture and history of the temple.

This tour is ideal for those seeking a meaningful cultural experience and a moment of peaceful reflection during their time in Thailand.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMae Hong Son
    • Mae Hong Son , Mae Hong Son, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMae Hong Son hotels
    • Mae Hong Son , Mae Hong Son, Thailand