5 Day itinerary in India, Asia
Rishikesh Yoga Retreat 5D/4N
Immerse yourself in a transformative wellness journey at a Rishikesh yoga retreat nestled in the Himalayan foothills. Discover inner peace with daily yoga and meditation sessions led by experienced instructors. Experience authentic Indian culture through local excursions and partake in captivating s... Read More
By Yash and India
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Delhi
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Yoga
Explorer Trips
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Go white water-rafting on the Ganges
Take daily yoga classes and guided breathing sessions in your ashram
Peek into local life at Himalayan villages nearby
Go white water-rafting on the Ganges
Take daily yoga classes and guided breathing sessions in your ashram
Peek into local life at Himalayan villages nearby
Itinerary
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Day 1: New Delhi - Rishikesh, India
Meet the group and settle in
Pack your bags and stay ready to leave for a scenic drive to Rishikesh from Delhi in the morning, which can take between 5-6 hours. Rishikesh is one of the most popular yoga cities in the world - it's said the exquisite setting on the fast-flowing Ganges River, surrounded by forested hills, is conducive to meditation and mind expansion. Upon your arrival, complete the check in formalities at the ashram. You can then enjoy a relaxing evening there.
Day 2
Day 2: Rishikesh, India
Begin your Ashram Activities (B/L/D)
Participants in all the programmes follow the daily Ashram schedule which begins at 5:00 AM and runs until 9:30 PM. Time for reading, journaling, and reflection is always available. Here's an idea of the schedule (although please note the daily schedule may not be identical to this):
5:00AM Prayers
5:15 Joints and Glands exercises/Hatha Yoga
7:00 Pranayama
7:30 Meditation (guided for beginners, silent for others)
8:30 Breakfast
10:00 Practicum class or Philosophy lecture or spiritual video
11:00 Class or free time
12:30PM Guided Diaphragmatic breathing session
1:00 Lunch
2:00 Guided digestive breathing session Class
4:00 Tea
4:30 Hatha Yoga class
5:45 Meditation
7:00 Supper
8:00 Lecture, video or special night program
9:00PM Night prayers
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Day 3 - Rishikesh
Enjoy another day following the schedule of the ashram and taking your 2 yoga classes. Later on, you can join a walking tour to nearby Himalayan village to see village life with a guide.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Day 4: Rishikesh, India
Ashram Activities and White Water Rafting (B/L/D)
After another day of the ashram's schedule, you'll also head out for some exhilarating white water rafting on the Ganges itself. After that, you'll enjoy an educational cooking demo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Day 5: Rishikesh - New Delhi, India
Transfer Rishikesh to Delhi (B)
Have an early breakfast and check out from the ashram. It’s your last day in Uttarakhand, so bid a sweet farewell to the hills. We'll then drop you back off in New Delhi.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Meals
- Breakfast (4)
- Lunch (3)
- Dinner (3)
Transport
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Activities
- Ashram activities, adventure and local life
- Go rafting on the Ganges from Shivpuri to Rishikesh (Sharing basis)
- Cooking demo with local family in Rishikesh
- Daily yoga classes as per the day schedule
- Peek into local life at Himalayan villages nearby
Extras
- Water and taxes
- Taxes imposed by the government of India on tour packages
- 2 bottles (500ml) per person per day of mineral water during long journeys and during visits
Not Included
- Any train fare
- Any drinks and personal expenses
- All personal nature like video camera, tip, table drink, etc. and any other
- Any tips for Driver, Local Guide and assistance in ashram
- Any international or domestic flights
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