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HIMALAYAN YOGA RETREAT - DURATION – 10 DAYS – 20 TH SEPT TO 29 TH SEPT 2016 The retreat is designed as an uplifting and enjoyable experience with the hope that you will carry away practical tools for continuing personal growth, health and spiritual well-being in daily life. Designed for those interested in learning the rich Culture, spiritual traditions of India, the program includes trekking in Garhwal Himalaya, Yoga Practice, Pranayama “breathing techniques”, Meditation and discourses to promote the integrated health of body, mind, and sprit. "Yoga has a complete message for humanity" "It has a message for the human body" "It has a message for the human mind" "And it has also a message for the human soul" We're offering to you an opportunity to practice yoga in the healthy environment of Himalayas, the country where saint and sages has mediated, to explore the rich culture, to meet the cheerful peoples and to taste the local recipe of this part of the world. If there is any clean, best and peaceful place in the entire world for Yoga & Meditation that is the Lap of Greater Himalaya. FIX DEPARTURE: 20TH SEPT 2016: GROUP TOUR Trip Duration 10 days Grade Easy Activities Trekking & Yoga Summary: 10 Day retreat, 3 day trek, 3 night hotel & 6 night camping TRIP HIGHLIGHTS Study yoga & meditation with Iyengar yoga teachers in Indian Himalaya. Trek through traditional villages and untouched forests in Garhwal Region North India. Camping on most beautiful meadows. Breathtaking views of Soaring Himalayan Peaks on this wonderful trip. Bhram kamal, Cobra Lilly & Blue Poppy, beautiful flowers found in the region. Driving through the Ganga valley. Explore Haridwar, the gateway to the God & Goddess and the holy city of Hindus. Explore Rishikesh, Yoga Capital of the World', and the land of Rishi's & Sadhu's.

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HIMALAYAN YOGA RETREAT - DURATION – 10 DAYS – 20TH SEPT TO 29

TH SEPT 2016

The retreat is designed as an uplifting and enjoyable experience with the hope that you will carry away

practical tools for continuing personal growth, health and spiritual well-being in daily life.

Designed for those interested in learning the rich Culture, spiritual

traditions of India, the program includes trekking in Garhwal Himalaya,

Yoga Practice, Pranayama “breathing techniques”, Meditation and

discourses to promote the integrated health of body, mind, and sprit.

"Yoga has a complete message for humanity"

"It has a message for the human body"

"It has a message for the human mind"

"And it has also a message for the human soul"

We're offering to you an opportunity to practice yoga in the healthy

environment of Himalayas, the country where saint and sages has

mediated, to explore the rich culture, to meet the cheerful peoples and

to taste the local recipe of this part of the world. If there is any clean,

best and peaceful place in the entire world for Yoga & Meditation that is

the Lap of Greater Himalaya.

FIX DEPARTURE: 20TH SEPT 2016: GROUP TOUR

Trip Duration 10 days

Grade Easy

Activities Trekking & Yoga

Summary: 10 Day retreat, 3 day trek, 3 night hotel & 6 night camping

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

● Study yoga & meditation with Iyengar yoga teachers in Indian Himalaya. ● Trek through traditional villages and untouched forests in Garhwal Region North India.

● Camping on most beautiful meadows.

● Breathtaking views of Soaring Himalayan Peaks on this wonderful trip.

● Bhram kamal, Cobra Lilly & Blue Poppy, beautiful flowers found in the region.

● Driving through the Ganga valley.

● Explore Haridwar, the gateway to the God & Goddess and the holy city of Hindus.

● Explore Rishikesh, Yoga Capital of the World', and the land of Rishi's & Sadhu's.

● Visit numbers of Ashrams, Temples and Villages.

● Explore Uttarkashi “The Kashi of the north”

●Attend every morning traditional Fire Ceremony in Himalaya.

●Attend evening prayers at Haridwar & Rishikesh ghat.

●Fully supported camping based trek including three hearty meals per day prepared by our cooks.

ᴥᴥᴥ DETAILED ITINERARY ᴥᴥᴥ

20TH SEPT - DAY 01: DELHI - HARIDWAR (227 KMS / 6 -7 HRS. DRIVE / OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL)

Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar the “gateway of God & Goddess” reach at Haridwar check in at

hotel evening we visit for sightseeing tour in Haridwar and attend evening Ganges Aarti Haridwar or 'the

Gateway to the Gods' is one of the seven holiest places according to Hindu mythology, as the Gods are

believed to have left their footprints in Haridwar. Haridwar represents the gateway to the Himalaya

pilgrimage shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath. The pilgrimage to the Himalaya shrines begins only when the

sun reaches the zodiac sign of Aries. Haridwar is also the site of celebration of the Kumbh Mela, once in

twelve years, when Jupiter transits to the zodiac sign of Aquarius. The five sacred bathing spots in Haridwar

are Ganga dwara, Kankhal, Nila Parvata, Bilwa Theertha and Kusavarta. The main ghat at Haridwar is known

as Hari-ki-Pairi (known for a footprint of Vishnu on a stone in a wall. Dinner & overnight stay in Hotel.

21ST SEPT - DAY 02: HARIDWAR - UTTARKASHI - RAITHAL (175 KMS. / 6 - 7 HRS. OVERNIGHT CAMP)

Morning Pranayama class and breakfast after drive to Raithal, on arrival check in at the Guest house. Evening

visit local sightseeing tour at Raithal Dinner & Overnight in Tourist Bungalow / Tent at Raithal.

22ND SEPT - DAY 03: RAITHAL - DAYARA BUGYAL (7 KMS TREK / 5 HRS) (OVERNIGHT IN CAMP)

Morning yoga, Pranayama & breakfast after start trek up to Dayara. 07 kms trekking from Raithal with

packed Lunch. And on arrival evening tea with cookies. Overnight stay in Camp.

Bugyal in the local language means "High Altitude Meadow". Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful

places in Uttarakhand. Situated at an elevation ranging from 10,000-12,000 ft. This vast meadow is second to

none in natural beauty in Uttarakhand. During winter it provides excellent & one of the best ski slopes in

India spread over an area of 28 sqkms.

23RD SEPT - DAY 04: HIMALAYAN YOGA RETREAT (OVERNIGHT IN CAMP)

Morning tea or coffee: 06:00 Am

Pooja Ceremony: 06:30 to 07:00 Am

Morning Pranayama, Yoga & Meditation: 07:00 to 09:00 Am

Breakfast: 09:30 Am

Nature Walk: 10:30:00 Am to 12:00 Noon

Lunch: 01:00 Pm to 02:00 Pm

Evening Tea: 04:00 Pm

Evening Yoga: 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM

Evening Meditation: 06:00 to 07:00 Pm

Dinner: 07:30

24TH SEPT - DAY 05: HIMALAYAN YOGA RETREAT (OVERNIGHT IN CAMP)

Morning bell & Tea or coffee: 06:00 Am

Pooja Ceremony: 06:30 to 07:00 Am

Morning Pranayama, Yoga & Meditation: 07:00 to 09:00 Am

Breakfast: 09:30 Am

Nature Walk: 10:30:00 Am to 12:00 Noon

Lunch: 01:00 Pm to 02:00 Pm

Evening Tea: 04:00 Pm

Evening Yoga: 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM

Evening Meditation: 06:00 to 07:00 Pm

Dinner: 07:30

25TH SEPT - DAY 06: HIMALAYAN YOGA RETREAT (OVERNIGHT IN CAMP)

Morning bell & Tea or coffee: 06:00 Am

Pooja Ceremony: 06:30 to 07:00 Am

Morning Pranayama, Yoga & Meditation: 07:00 to 09:00 Am

Breakfast: 09:30 Am

Nature Walk: 10:30:00 Am to 12:00 Noon

Lunch: 01:00 Pm to 02:00 Pm

Evening Tea: 04:00 Pm

Evening Yoga: 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM

Evening Meditation: 06:00 to 07:00 Pm

Dinner: 07:30

26TH SEPT - DAY 07: HIMALAYAN YOGA RETREAT (OVERNIGHT IN CAMP)

Morning bell & Tea or coffee: 06:00 Am

Pooja Ceremony: 06:30 to 07:00 Am

Morning Pranayama, Yoga & Meditation: 07:00 to 09:00 Am

Breakfast: 09:30 Am

Nature Walk: 10:30:00 Am to 12:00 Noon

Lunch: 01:00 Pm to 02:00 Pm

Evening Tea: 04:00 Pm

Evening Yoga: 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM

Evening Meditation: 06:00 to 07:00 Pm

Dinner: 07:30

27TH SEPT - DAY 08: DAYARA - RAITHAL - UTTARKASHI (3 HRS TREK + 3 HRS. OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL

Morning after breakfast trek down to Raithal with packed lunch. On arrival at Raithal and drive to Uttarkashi

check in hotel evening visit Uttarkashi sightseeing tour. Dinner & overnight stay in Hotel.

28TH SEPT - DAY 09: UTTARKASHI - RISHIKESH (170 KMS. / 6 -7 HRS. / OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL)

Morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh via Tehri and Chamba, on arrival check in at the hotel. In the

evening visit temple and ashrams in Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula & Ghat, Ghat's s to encounter evening Ghat life

as well as special Arti "The Prayer dedicated to Goddess Ganges" " the town of ashrams and temples, Ghats

and pilgrims, mountains and the holy Ganges. When global orange sun suspended, waits low amid the

red/yellow streaked horizon, then all these combine to give this town a very special evening. The temple bells

roar, priests enchant mantras. Immersed in sublimation stand the pilgrims. Cupped leaves, with saffron

marigold petals and a small candle flame, flickering ride the current of water of wisdom. Suddenly the sky

darkens, spreading a blanket of stillness. Everything stops, except the sound of current, which has just sunk

the tiny flames of cupped leaves, few minutes back. After experiencing above we trace ours steps back to the

hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel.

29TH SEPT - DAY 10: RISHIKESH - HARIDWAR - DELHI (250 KMS. / 6 -7 HRS. DRIVE)

Morning after Breakfast visit Haridwar sightseeing tour later Afternoon Drive to Delhi upon arrive and

transfer to Hotel or Airport tour & service end at Delhi.

COST OF THE OPEN TRIP: -

PER PERSON INR 50000 (TOTAL) / US$=795 ROUND TRIP

Special rate & packages available for group booking.

COST INCLUDES AS FOLLOWINGS: 01) All Transportation from Delhi to Delhi Air-condition small vehicles as per group size.

02) All accommodation on Twin, Double and single Sharing.

03) Every day yoga class’s morning & evening.

04) Every day Meditation classes as per above itinerary.

05) Mantras chanting every Morning.

06) All meals as per above mention only Vegetarian.

07) All Tourist Taxes.

08) All Sightseeing tour as per above itinerary.

09) Services of an English speaking tour leader, guide & local staff.

10) Visit to all important temples and places during the entire trip

11) All camping gears as; Tents, Mattress, chairs and folding table, Dinning tent and Toilet tents etc..

12) Portage of food, camping & kitchen equipment on the trek.

13) Portage of personal baggage on trek.

14) Trekking permits and camping fees on the treks.

15) Service of extensive medical kit.

16) Yoga master during the trip.

17) Yoga mat.

18) Yoga Cloths (White) / only one pier.

19) Pooja Ceremony every morning at Dayara Bugyal.

20) Learning Indian Cooking during the Camping.

21) All Entrance fee.

22) Himalayas Trek.

COST DOES NOT INCLUDES AS FOLLOWINGS: - 01) Personal expenses such as drinks, postage, laundry and souvenirs.

02) International flights and departure taxes.

03) Visa and passport fees.

04) Travel insurance.

05) Emergency evacuation.

06) Sleeping bag.

07) Items not specified in "Cost Includes".

08) Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.

09) Hotel cost do not include in Delhi.

09) Any extra costs incurred due extension / change of the itinerary due to natural calamities, flight delays,

road blocks, vehicle breakdown etc. factors beyond the control of our organization.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS:

Accommodation at Haridwar in Hotel: 01 Night Include breakfast & Dinner.

Accommodation at Raithal & Dayara in Camp: 06 nights include all meals

Accommodation at Uttarkashi in Hotel: 01 Night include all meals.

Accommodation at Rishikesh in Hotel: 01 Night Include Dinner & Breakfast.

Please: this itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and

natural circumstances beyond our control.

All our independent itineraries are completely flexible and can be customised to your requirements.

If you would like more information please feel free to contact us @ [email protected];

[email protected]; or Call 0091- 9719016952 / 0091 – 9760813947

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