This is the first of two consecutive week-long retreats at Mandali. A single day will separate the two gatherings to allow for changeover, and guests are welcome to attend both if they wish. For those booking both weeks as residential guests at Mandali and wanting to remain on-site overnight between retreats, arrangements can be made.

For anyone drawn to the depth of non-dual understanding, these retreats offer a rare chance to spend seven days with Rupert and friends in a beautiful natural setting. Together, we rest in the peace of our true nature, supported by days of self-abidance, friendship, and creative sharing.

Each day includes guided meditation, where we rest in being as being, along with dialogue exploring the non-dual understanding. Between sessions, there are three nourishing vegetarian meals, and the atmosphere of warmth and ease is carried through friendship. In the evenings, guests may unwind with friends, watch a film together, or celebrate with poetry and music.

Whether you are seeking peace, happiness, truth, love, or freedom — or simply wishing to reconnect with old friends — this retreat offers a precious opportunity to taste your true nature in an atmosphere of beauty and kindness. The people you meet here will quickly feel like your non-dual family, and the retreat invites everyone to gather in the spirit of friendship and celebrate the unity of being.

Accommodation – Mandali offers a selection of exceptional on-site accommodation, with additional nearby options available for those who prefer to stay off-site.

Meals and Refreshments – All meals are vegetarian and served buffet style, with healthy and delicious choices, including vegan and gluten-free options at most meal times.

If you follow an exclusive gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan diet for the week, please select this when booking so the kitchen can prepare suitable alternatives. For any other dietary requirements, please contact the organiser before booking to check whether they can be accommodated. Unfortunately, not all special diets can be guaranteed.

Discussion Board – A discussion board will be available for attendees to communicate before, during, and after the retreat.

Cancellations

Deposit: non-refundable and non-transferable

Balance Due: Monday 12 January 2026

The final balance is non-refundable and non-transferable except as outlined below.

50% of balance refundable if cancelled before Wednesday 25 February 2026.

No refund if cancelled after Wednesday 25 February 2026.

LIVESTREAM

This retreat will also be available via livestream for those unable to attend in person. The online format includes all main sessions of Rupert’s guided meditations and dialogues, with two dialogue sessions integrated with Zoom so livestream participants can ask Rupert a question. All sessions are broadcast live from the venue and recorded for replay during and after the retreat.

Supported tickets will be available upon application directly from the event page listed under Livestreams in the Events section of the website.

This retreat will be held in English.

INCLUDED

7 nights accommodation
Full board – lacto-vegetarian meals
Course fee
Fruits, teas and filtered water
Free use of Body Care Center facilities: sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, indoor heated swimming pool
Discussion board to communicate prior, during and after the retreat

NOT INCLUDED

Flights to/from Malpensa International Airport
Transfers to/from Mandali Retreat Centre
Massage and therapies at the Body Care Centre

REGISTRATION

Booking will open at the end of October. To register, a €285 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required to reserve a place at the retreat prior to arrival.

Costs per person:

Lake View Single – €4,285
Garden View Single – €4,065
Lake View Twin or Double – €3,055
Garden View Twin or Double – €2,945
Shared room (4 sharing) – €2,550
Commute with all meals – €1,920

Shared rooms for 3–4 guests include either bunk beds or single beds on a mezzanine floor. If you have any physical limitations that may make a particular bed type unsuitable, please contact the organiser when booking.

Commuter tickets are non-residential. Guests purchasing a commuter ticket must arrange their own accommodation and attend the retreat during the day. Because local options are limited, it is strongly recommended to arrange accommodation and transportation before booking.

HOW TO BOOK

For more information on how to book this retreat, please visit Rupert’s website. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis, and rooms cannot be reserved in advance. If your preferred ticket type is sold out, please join the waiting list in case of cancellations closer to the start date. Booking is strictly through the website; please do not contact the venue to book.

Teachers

Rupert Spira

AGENDA

Arrival Day

Arrivals not earlier than 2 pm

2:00 – 6:00 pm Check-in

6:00 – 7:00 pm Dinner

7:45 – 9:00 pm Guided Meditation

Daily Schedule

7:30 – 8:30 am Guided Meditation

8:30 – 9:30 am Breakfast

11:30 – 12:30 am Guided Meditation

1:00 – 2:00 pm Lunch

4:30 – 6:30 pm Meditation & Dialogue

6:30 – 7:30 pm Dinner

Departure Day

8:00 – 9:00 am Breakfast

10:00 – 12:00 am Meditation & Dialogue

12:00 – 1.00 pm Lunch

End of Retreat Depart by 2 pm

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