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California Vegetarian Cuisine, Buddhist Thinking & Qi Gong

Program No. 7726RJ
Santa Cruz is a unique blend of coastal landscapes, world-renowned research centers and abundant art and culture. Come be inspired and learn a lot in this coastal California setting.
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Food & WinePhilosophy & ReligionHealth & WellnessClassroomSmall GroupRetreats
Length
6 days
Rating (4.67)
Activity Level
Starts at
1,499
LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Sep 01, 2025 - Sep 06, 2025
Sep 01, 2025 - Sep 06, 2025
Jun 08, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Sep 21, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
5 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
5 Dinners
Total: 15 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Low Fat, Low Salt
Where You'll Stay
Land of Medicine Buddha
Visit Site
5 NIGHTS
Location: Soquel
The rustic Land of Medicine Buddha is a retreat center in a beautiful redwood forest that offers Road Scholars a perfect space to relax and connect to their spiritual inner being. Simple rooms have private baths. Most rooms have two or three twin beds; only a few have queen beds. The Pine Room is spacious and used for most classes, while the Gompa is a beautiful meditation room, with exquisite paintings, statues and a sand mandala. Good to Know: No alcohol allowed on-site. No TVs. No air-conditioning. No maid service. Fresh towels available in the library area. Bus own table. Cell phone reception is very limited; there is a public phone on the property and an office phone available for urgent calls. Wi-Fi available for emails and phone calls.
Land of Medicine Buddha
Visit Site
5 NIGHTS
Location: Soquel
The rustic Land of Medicine Buddha is a retreat center in a beautiful redwood forest that offers Road Scholars a perfect space to relax and connect to their spiritual inner being. Simple rooms have private baths. Most rooms have two or three twin beds; only a few have queen beds. The Pine Room is spacious and used for most classes, while the Gompa is a beautiful meditation room, with exquisite paintings, statues and a sand mandala. Good to Know: No alcohol allowed on-site. No TVs. No air-conditioning. No maid service. Fresh towels available in the library area. Bus own table. Cell phone reception is very limited; there is a public phone on the property and an office phone available for urgent calls. Wi-Fi available for emails and phone calls.
Land of Medicine Buddha
Visit Site
5 NIGHTS
Location: Soquel
The rustic Land of Medicine Buddha is a retreat center in a beautiful redwood forest that offers Road Scholars a perfect space to relax and connect to their spiritual inner being. Simple rooms have private baths. Most rooms have two or three twin beds; only a few have queen beds. The Pine Room is spacious and used for most classes, while the Gompa is a beautiful meditation room, with exquisite paintings, statues and a sand mandala. Good to Know: No alcohol allowed on-site. No TVs. No air-conditioning. No maid service. Fresh towels available in the library area. Bus own table. Cell phone reception is very limited; there is a public phone on the property and an office phone available for urgent calls. Wi-Fi available for emails and phone calls.