Yoga Ashram
retreat
Yoga Holiday Quick Facts:
Holiday Type |
All inclusive Hatha yoga retreat for beginners & improvers |
Location |
Rishikesh, India |
Duration |
1 week or more |
Basic Price |
£260 per week |
Optional Extras |
Private yoga lessons, massage, river rafting, trekking, sightseeing |
Availability |
All year round |
Bookings |
Accepted from all countries, UK organised |
Please note the 'yoga ashram retreat' is different to the 'yoga detox retreat.' To go to the detox retreat info click here.
Introduction
Feeling the squeeze of the modern day rush? Kids, cars,
job, mortgage, bills, congestion charge… are you ready
to give it all up and go live in a cave?
Or maybe you’ve always wondered what it would be
like to just have 2 weeks of stillness in a beautiful place,
with a personal yoga teacher on hand, healthy food prepared
for you, plenty of rest and the odd bit of sightseeing and
exploration thrown in?
Whilst the cave sometimes feels like a really good idea,
for most of us it’s still a bit extreme. Compromise,
as my mum always told me, that’s the key. An Ashram
yoga retreat in Rishikesh India could be just what you need
(if it was good enough for the Beatles…).
Staying as a guest in the ashram lets you have the best
of both worlds - retreat from the modern madness without
burning your passport and shaving off all your hair.
Service & Safety First
Since we know travelling in India can be a little testing from time to time, we will take care of your entire trip from the moment you arrive in India.
You get met at the airport and transfered by our ground staff to the ashram.
Our Rep is on hand in Rishikesh 24/7 should you require any information or assistance.
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About the Ashram
The Ashram is a sacred space located in the town of Rishikesh
on the banks of the holy Ganga (Ganges) in the foothills
of the Himalayas.
Pilgrims are drawn to Rishikesh and its ashrams from all
over the world. The awe-inspiring beauty of the ashram,
the clear, flowing Ganga, the majestic mountains, and the
lush green forests embrace and rejuvenate the entire being.
The Ashram offers comfort, inspiration and upliftment for
your body, mind and spirit as well as a deeper connection
with the Divine.
Accomodation
You will be staying as a guest in one of the ashrams in Rishikesh. Please be aware this is not a hotel, it is a working ashram.
Ashram rooms aim to retain the simplicity of ashram living
yet are equipped with the necessary modern facilities.
All
rooms have attached bathrooms and many have hot, running
water. All linens are provided.
The ashram provides a clean,
pure and sacred atmosphere to thousands of pilgrims and
devotees who visit every year.
Typical Daily Activities
- Sunrise Universal prayer and meditation
- Morning Introduction to basic yogic postures and practice
- Breathing and relaxation techniques
- Breakfast followed by a short talk on yoga and its application
in daily life
- Afternoon Introduction to yoga theory and practice and
evening Meditation
- Aarti (lighting) ceremony on banks of the Ganga
- Late evening Aarti, lighting ceremony
- Meditation
- Practice of Yogic postures
- Relaxation techniques
- Talk/lecture on yoga and its effects.
You may take part in some or all of the daily activities. Activities vary throughout the year and may change without notice.
Whilst you are in on yoga retreat in Rishikesh you will
be staying as a guest of the Ashram. This means that you
agree to behave in a manner appropriate to Ashram regulations.
These regulations are fairly standard for all Ashrams (no
smoking, no sex, drugs etc.) and are intended as a means
to upkeep and support the spiritual energies. For further
information please ask.
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Location
Rishikesh, Uttaranchal, India
- Altitude
356 metres
- Temperature
Summer- Max.44.4°C, Min.29°C
Winter- Max.32.2°C, Min.18.3°C
- Clothing
Summer - Cotton & tropical
Winter - Heavy woollen
- Languages
Garwali, Hindi, Punjabi, English
- Best Season
Throughout the Year
Rishikesh is situated in the Dehradun region of Uttaranchal.
An abundant and natural environment, the spectacle of the
Ganga rushing through the Himalayan foothills is an awesome
sight.
Several temples mark the banks of the Ganga at Rishikesh.
It is believed that several yogis and sages lived and practiced
yoga here. Rishikesh represents the site where Vishnu vanquished
the demon Madhu. Tapovan on the other bank of the Ganges
houses a temple to Lakshmana. It is believed that Lakshmana
carried out penances here. It is also believed that his
brother Bharata meditated here, and there is a temple to
Bharata here. Also seen here are the Swargashram and the
Geeta Bhavan temples.
The Lakshman Jhula, a 450 feet long suspension bridge was
built in 1939. A newer bridge the Ram Jhula has been added
recently. The freshness of the air, and sound of flowing
water, the scenic beauty of the region and the distant sound
of bell chimes create an unforgettable experience for those
that visit this ancient pilgrimage town.
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Explore
On your yoga retreat, there are many great spots you can
explore in this area:
-
Laxman Jhoola
5 kms north of Rishikesh, is the spot where Sri Laxman,
is said to have performed Tapa. The Laxman temple was
built in his memory. Till 1889, there was just a hanging
jute ropeway without pillars. The same structure was,
later, rebuilt with iron ropes. Lots of monkeys, quirky
shops and a sandy beach for swimming in the icy waters.
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Triveni Ghat
Triveni Ghat is a bathing spot, on the bank of the river
Ganga, where devotees take holy dips and offer prayers.
Daily, in the morning and in the evening, thousands
take bath here and enjoy the 'Maha Aarti' being performed.
It is very soothing to sit on the banks of the river
and enjoy the cool breeze from the river.
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Bharat Mandir
The oldest temple in Rishikesh - the black statue of
Vishnu, here, is supposed to have been consecrated by
Sri Sankaracharya, in the 9th century. The event is
commemorated, during Vasant Panchami, to mark the onset
of spring.
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Rishikund
Close to Trivenighat is the most ancient place, the
Rishikund. Ancient records relate this to Kubz Saint,
who was blessed by the Goddess Yamuna by saturating
this pond by its water. The pond reflects the temple
of Ragunath, dedicated to Lord Rama and Goddess Sita.
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Valley of the Flowers
The famous Valley of Flowers where you’ll find
the largest concentration of wild flowers species in
Asia.
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Play
On your yoga retreat, fun and games are allowed
- White Water Rafting
The challenge of violent rivers is no less than that
of the rugged mountains. The icy heights of the Himalayas
are the source of some of India's mighty rivers. Fed
by innumerable streams, they race along tortuous boulder-strewn
beds, cutting deep gorges and breaking into silvery-white
rapids.
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Massage Center
You can enjoy an ayurvedic, Swedish, or shiatsu full
body massage in a dark and cool room with space-age
music.
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Music
Those who are sticking around can enhance their stay
by taking music lessons, learning to play the dedgeridoo
from the shop in Rishikesh or the Tabla or Sitar from
the Sivananda Ramesh Music School.
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Shopping
Like so much of India, Rishikesh has excellent shops
and the obligatory maze of bazaars. Go mad.
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2006 Prices
- Availability: 365 days a year
- Duration: bookings are blocked in
periods of 7 days.
- Group Size: individuals or get some friends together
and come as a group
The India Yoga Ashram Retreat has a basic all inclusive price as indicated below. However, it is possible to individually tailor these yoga holidays to your specific requirements and these optional extras are charged separately.
Basic price for 7 days: £260 including:
- 7 nights accommodation in a private room overlooking the Ganges
- 7 days of communcal yoga lessons
- Daily meditation classes
- 3 meals per day
Optional Extras
In addition to the basic yoga retreat price you can choose to add something to tailor make your yoga holiday.
- transfers
- ayurvedic massage
- private yoga lessons
- sightseeing anywhere in India
- just about anything else you can imagine...
Pricing example of a Typical 2 week Yoga Retreat
- Day 1
Early morning: depart Delhi by train for Haridwar
Arrive Haridwar, transfer to Rishikesh by taxi
Arrive at the ashram in the afternoon, check in.
- Days 2-13
Yoga Retreat in the ashram
Including: daily programme of yoga, meditation and evening river puja
- Day 14
Early morning: transfer by train to Delhi
Taj Mahal Optional Extra Add On
- Day 15
Morning Transfer by luxury train to Taj, Agra
Afternoon Transfer by luxury train to Delhi
Overnight Delhi
- Day 16
Morning Fly home
Retreat Price:
- basic retreat 2 weeks @ £200
- transfers £80
- Taj Mahal Extra: 2 nights in Delhi @ £40 per night; travel & transfers £40 = £120
Total Price of this example Yoga Retreat : £600
Bookings
- Available all the year round
- Individual bookings welcome
- Group bookings welcome
- Book in confidence through our UK office
- Travel in safety with collection & meeting by our staff in India
We welcome bookings through the internet from all countries. Your booking will be handled swiftly and professionally by our UK team and you can travel safely in India knowing that you will be met and transferred by our own staff.
When you are ready to book, please email or call the UK office before making your payment online.
Full payment is required at the time of booking by visa, mastercard, american express, maestro or switch. You may make this payment using Paypal's secure server by clicking the button below.
Once we have received your booking you will receive a comprehensive itinerary and as well as the names and telephone numbers of our staff who will meet and transfer you in India.
We look forwards to serving you.
Pay for your holiday now:
Refunds and Cancellations:
In light of organisational costs, the following cancellation charges apply to all bookings:
- 6 weeks prior to retreat : loss of admin fee
- 3-6 weeks prior to retreat : loss of 25% of total price
- 2-3 weeks : loss of 50% of total price
- 1-2 weeks : loss of 80% of total price
- 1week : loss of 100% of total price
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