13Days Yoga and Meditation in India
Price from $4967 per person on twin sharing basis
Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Rudpragyag – Kausani - Bhimtal – Kathgodam – Delhi
Combine yoga and meditation with some of India’s most sacred destinations. Retreat to the ancient temples, wash in the holy waters of the Ganges and experience spiritual ceremonies while enjoying your yoga & meditation classes in nature and the surrounding beauty.
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
On arrival in Delhi you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Delhi (B)
Tour of Old & New Delhi; visit Jama Mosque, Red Fort, Raj Ghat and rickshaw ride through fabled Chandni Chowk. Discover New Delhi visiting Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, passing by India Gate and President's House.
Day 3: Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh (B)
Early morning transfer to the New Delhi railway station to connect train for Haridwar. Meet & assistance upon arrival at Haridwar railway station and later you will be transferred by surface to Rishikesh, a religious destination on the banks of the sacred Ganges River. In the evening witness the Aarti ceremonies at Rishikesh Ghat.
Day 4: Rishikesh (B)
Start the day with a yoga and meditation session. Yoga in Rishikesh is completely pure and traditional in form, stemming from the roots of Hatha yoga. The session includes practice of Asana, Yogic, a lecture by expert, and consultation. Afternoon is at leisure. In evening you may participate in private yoga and meditation sessions or experience the sacred Yagna (fire purification) ceremony on the banks of River Ganges.
Day 5: Rishikesh (B)
Today drive to Vashishtaguha cave located in the middle of high hills where the Ganges flows right to the cave. Enjoy a mediation & yoga session at Vashishtaguha
Day 6: Rishikesh – Rudpragyag (B/L)
Drive to Rudraprayag en-route visit the Dev Paryag confluence of Bhagirathi & Alaknanda and stopping at Srinagar. Continue to the temple of Rudranath before arriving at Rudpragyag, Evening at leisure.
Day 7: Rudpragyag (B)
Enjoy a yoga & meditation session in the natural beauty of Rudpragyag. Evening witness the Aarti ceremony at the confluence of Mandakini & Alaknanda.
Day 8: Rudpragyag – Kausani (B)
Drive to Kosaniwhich, 1890 meters high above sea level in the serene and heavenly Kumaon hills. En-route visit Karanparyag confluence of Alaknanda and Pindar River, Gwaldam and Baijnath.
Day 9: Kausani (B)
Morning yoga & meditation session. Afternoon visit Kausani’s famous Tea Garden which is known as Giria Uttaranchal Tea Estate. Also visit Anashakti Ashram – The guest House where Mahatma Gandhi stayed.
Day 10: Kausani - Bhimtal (B)
Drive to another beautiful Himalayan valley which is known as Bhimtal, an ancient place named after Bhima of Mahabharata, The main attraction here is Bhimtal Lake. Evening at leisure or explore the surrounding areas.
Day 11: Bhimtal (B)
Morning enjoy a yoga & meditation session. Afternoon sightseeing of Sat Tal & Tal lakes – a tranquil spot for some mediation
Day 12: Bhimtal (B)
Morning yoga & meditation session. Afternoon excursion tour to Nanital, a hill station with a lake and surrounded by mountains.
Day 13: Bhimtal – Kathgodam – Delhi (B)
Drive to Kathgodam railway station to connect train for Delhi. Meet & assistance on arrival at Delhi railways station and transfer to International airport to connect flight for onward journey.
Private program - can start any day of the week and can be modified or operated in reverse
Included: Accommodation in 4* Hotels, meals as shown above, transfers & sightseeing using air-conditioned private car, local English speaking guides, entrance fees at monuments, current taxes, 24-hours local contact number for emergencies.
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