Mountains, Meditation and Yoga


Yoga

Category:

Independent Travel - Ayurvedic and Yoga

Ref:

MM

Places Visited:

Delhi - Haridwar - Dhanoltri - Rishikesh

Duration:

8 Days

Time of Year:

All year


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all year
£1,089
£1,639.inc flights


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Anyone interested in yoga, meditation and ayurvedic healing will benefit immensely from this relaxing yet informative tour. The itinerary has been designed so that both beginners and those with experience can enjoy practicing yoga and meditation in the most perfect of surroundings. The locations have been carefully chosen for their peaceful settings and natural beauty as well as the dedication and skill of the staff. India has an age old tradition of ayurvedic healing which promotes healthy eating, exercise and herbal therapy, the tour includes all ayurvedic meals and the opportunity to experience the wonderful ayurvedic techniques.
This tour can also be combined with any of our other tours such as ‘Temples, Tracks and Tigers’ or ‘The Golden Triangle,'

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi airport you will be met and taken to your hotel, depending on flight times there may be time to see some of the fantastic historical sites in Delhi. Overnight in Delhi. (Hotel)

Day 2: Delhi - Haridwar

Early in the morning you will catch the Shatabdi Express to Haridwar (4.5 hour) On arrival in Haridwar we will drive you to the yoga centre situated in a peaceful location out of the city on the banks of the Ganges. Once you have checked-in and had time to freshen up after the journey there will be a tour of the centre and chance to meet the staff. After lunch the first, introductory yoga session will commence. In the evening you can take a trip into Haridwar and walk along the incredible ghats, from here we can watch the Aarti ceremony – an evening ritual during which Hindu priests bless the holy waters of the Ganges. Overnight in Haridwar. (Yoga Centre)

Day 3: In Haridwar

There will be an early morning yoga session, this will be led by one of the expert tutors from the centre. After breakfast there will be a meditation class followed by a discussion/ questions and answers session. After lunch the afternoon is free. Guests can take the opportunity to receive one of the many treatments such as ayurvedic massage and reiki. In the evening guests can again watch the Aarti ceremony performed at one of the other main ghats or watch a Bhajan recital (Bhajans are ancient hindu devotional songs which are sung to bring us closer to our inner selves) Dinner will be served at the centre. Overnight in Haridwar. (Yoga Centre)

Day 4: Haridwar - Dhanoltri

This morning after yoga beside the river and breakfast you will leave for Dhanoltri (125km) On arrival you will check-in at the hotel and there will be free time to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Dhanoltri is a beautiful spot set amongst deodar forests, 25km north-east of the town of Mussoorie. Dhanolti has fantastic views of the Himalayas and is a perfect spot for yoga. After lunch there will be a lecture from our Ayurvedic Physician during which ayurveic techniques will be demonstrated. In the evening there will be meditation and an energy healing class followed by dinner. Overnight in Dhanoltri. (Hotel)

Day 5: In Dhanoltri

This morning we you may wish to start the day with a walk, taking in the spectacular views and the clean Himalayan air, after which there will be the morning yoga and meditation session. In the afternoon you can choose from many rejuvenating therapies. Overnight in Dhanoltri. (Hotel)

Day 6: Dhanoltri - Rishikesh (120km)

Today, after breakfast you will drive to Rishikesh, ‘the Yoga capital of the world.’ Here you will be checked into a delightful camp specially designed for relaxation and yoga, located on a beautiful white sand beach on the banks of the Ganges with the Himalayas behind.  Once you have settled in the first yoga session will commence on the beach. After lunch there will be free time, options include kayaking, swimming and volleyball. In the late afternoon there will be another yoga and meditation session. The evening is free. Overnight in Rishikesh. (Yoga Camp)

Day 7: In Rishikeh

Early in the morning you will have yoga and meditation on the beach followed by breakfast. After lunch again there will be free time to take part in any of the activities at the centre. Late afternoon there will be another yoga and meditation session. After dinner the evening is free, some guests may wish to go to the ghats in Rishikesh to watch the Aarti ceremony. Overnight in Rishikesh. (Yoga Camp)

Day 8: Rishikesh - Delhi

The morning you will take part in the final morning yoga session. The est of the day is free until late afternoon when you will transfer to the train station and board the train back to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi will be late in the evening. Overnight in Delhi. (Hotel)

Day 9: Tour Ends

Today our tour ends in Delhi. Depending on flight times there may be time for some sightseeing in Delhi before transferring to the airport.

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