A Meditative Journey through Wadi Qannoubine

Celebrating 100 Years of 'The Prophet' by Kahlil Gibran

A soulful trek in the valley of saints

Join us for a poetic one-day nature retreat through sacred Wadi Qannoubine, in honor of 100 years since the publication of Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet. We’ll walk the path of saints and mystics, meditating on Gibran’s timeless words in the very valley where he was born and buried. Along the way, we pause to listen, reflect, and meditate on passages from The Prophet — including “On Marriage,” “On Love,” and “On Joy and Sorrow.” Our hike will be infused with yoga, stretching, pranayama, and live handpan music, with scenic meditative pauses and storytelling woven throughout.

Facilitators: Serah & Nader + Rana & Manish Pole

Format

Hike, Meditation, Poetry, Music, Yoga, Connection.

Itinerary

6:00 AM: Departure from Beirut (if joining transport)

9:00 – 9:30 AM: Arrival & Check-In at Public Square Garden, Bsharri

Water, hiking sticks, snacks provided

10:00 – 10:45 AM: Visit to the Kahlil Gibran Museum

A chance to witness his original manuscripts, artworks, and tomb

2km drive to the starting point of the trail

11:00 AM: Guided Meditation in the Public Garden

Breathwork & grounding under the Cedars

Brief on trail history and day’s structure

11:10 AM: Begin Descent into the Valley of Saints

1.6km descent with sacred sites, Gibran quotes, and storytelling

12:00 PM: Pit Stop – Valley of Saint Elisha

Water refill + short rest

12:30 PM: Ancient Wooden Bridge Reflection Pause

1:20 PM: Ascent towards Mosses’ Gigantic Waterfalls

2:30 PM – 3:50 PM: Lunch at Abou Joseph

Authentic homemade Lebanese meal

Optional Awaken Live session (Google Meet) during / after lunch

RETURN & MUSEUM FINALE

3:50 PM: Phase One Transport back up to main road

4:10 PM: Drive to the Kahlil Gibran Museum (special after-hours entry)

4:30 – 5:30 PM: Optional second visit for those who missed the

morning

6:00 PM: Departure

What to bring

• Refillable water bottle / flask (at least 1L)
• Hat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Lightweight towel
• Small backpack (10–15L)
• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Personal mat or small cushion (for meditation)
• Sunscreen
• Extra t-shirt or light change of clothes
• Snacks or fruit (optional, we provide lunch)
• Light jacket or layer (in case it cools down)
• Personal ID
• Any personal medication (if needed)

Your Guides

Manish Pole

Manish Pole has been teaching for over 22 years and leads Himalayan Silent retreats, Teacher Trainings in India, Bali, UAE and speaks at Wellness Conferences globally. 

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Rana Abihayla

As co-founder of Awaken Wellness, Rana now leads retreats, trainings and mindfulness workshops.

Her creative offerings include Art therapy, Poetry based breathwork and movement sessions that help individuals and teams reconnect, regulate and express.

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