India Yatra - Pilgrimage to the Heart

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, Indien

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India Yatra - Pilgrimage to the Heart
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, Indien

yogalexia
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27 reviews

Jan 20 - Feb 1, 2020
Group size: 1 - 20

About this trip

Mama India. 

This pilgrimage is a journey to the heart. It will show you ways of living that you haven't seen before, teach you things you couldn't imagine before and help you find a depth within yourself that you haven't been able to nurture before. Mama India will love you, shake you and transform you.


This is a journey to the roots of Yogic wisdom.  You will sit by the holy river Ganga and say your prayers, be part of sacred ceremonies, get blessed by vedic priests. You will see magnificent temples, hike in the HImalayas and eat outstanding Indian food. You will see the most amazing sunsets this planet has to offer, dance around hippie markets and look out for dolphins in Goa. You will deepen your understanding of Yoga as an holistic Art of Living that guides the way to an embodied life. Mama India will teach you how to live your life as a prayer. 


Get ready for a journey that will change your life. This is not a Yoga retreat but a pilgrimage to the heart. It demands openness to dive deep &  look beyond. It involves overcoming challenges, and cultivating patience and compassion. A little closer to our natural way of being, one breath at a time. 

About the places we will visit:

Rishikesh: 

Rishikesh is known to be the capital of Yoga. In no other place in the world you will find so many Ashrams (sacred centers of knowledge, wisdom, devotion & service) and opportunities to deepen your holistic Yoga practice. You will connect with the roots of Yoga by feeling the place, taking steps on the sacred soil and bathing in the holy river Ganga. This is an initation into the Yogic path as it is and always has been: A holistic science of life that is gracefully blessed by the art of the divine.  


Varanasi: 

Varanasi is one of India's most sacred cities. It is the place where life and death meets.  Hence the threshold from the gross to the subtle dimensions can be easily crossed. You will arrive here and SEE BEYOND WHAT YOUR EYES CAN SEE. Myths say that getting cremated in Varanasi gives you a fast ticket to heaven without having to incarnate again and again. The holy river Ganga passes through the city and is full of ashes of the dead. Prayers are sang 24/7. 

Varanasi will make you question your own life. How deeply connected are you and how much fear do you have from letting it all go?  In Tantric tradition it is recommended to contemplate about death regularly to minimize the fear of dying and step into fully-embodied living. 


Goa: 

Goa is India's holiday heaven. To me, Goa has the most spectacular sunsets on the planet and holds a very unpretentious, raw and beautiful energy. Every moonsoon season Goa's beaches are emptied and cleansed by months and months of rain. The cycle of life is very much represented in the small beachy towns that are impacted by Portugese colonies from the past. 

Goa will give you time to be. To integrate the 9 busy days on pilgrimage, to reflect and to come back to your practice on your mat. We will move. sing. pray. dance. laugh. and eat the most delicious Indian food while watching the sunset on the beach. We can't finish the pilgrimage in any better way. 

What’s included

  • 13 day itinerary
    Rishikesh-Varanasi- Goa
  • Ganga Aarti Ceremony
    Varanasi & Rishikesh
  • Beatles Ashram
    Rishikesh
  • Satsang by the Ganga
    with Maa Gyaan Suveera (Alexia's teacher)
  • Kunja Puri Temple
    Himalayan Goddess Temple at 1655 metres, near Rishikesh
  • Sightseeing
    Guided tours & all Entrances
  • Varanasi Temples
    BHU Temple, Mother India Temple, Sarnath Temple
  • Holy River Boat Ride
    Varanasi
  • Ganga Puja & Blessing
  • Anjuna Night Market
    Hippie Shopping in Goa
  • Yoga, Beach & Sunset
    Beach- front Resort in Goa. Palm Trees. Coconuts. The best sunsets on the planet.
  • All meals
    vegetarian/ vegan
  • All transfers
    during the trip (train, bus, taxi)
  • Overnight train
    Haridwar- Varanasi
  • Domestic flight
    from Varanasi- Goa
  • Yoga & Meditation
    guided by yogalexia. In the first part of the journey the focus will be more on the cultural & spiritual experiences and ceremonies. Part 2 in GOA will include a more intense Asana Practice.
  • Local Guide
    throughout the first 9 days (Rishikesh- Varanasi)
  • Accommodation
    in beautiful hotels in Varanasi, Rishikesh and Goa

What’s not included

  • International Flights
    Arrival Airport: Dehra Dun or Delhi/ Departure Airport: Goa
  • Tips
    for local guide in the first part of the trip (around €5 per day)
  • Donations
    for Temples (around 3-5€ per temple)/ max 20€ in total
  • Lunch on day 8
    We will suggest lunch options in the area or you may go get your streetfood Samosa :)

Available Packages

SUPER EARLY BIRD 13-DAYS PILGRIMAGE

13- day pilgrimage

 Rishikesh -Varanasi-  Goa 


*** Overnight train from Haridwar- Varanasi included!

*** Flights from Varanasi - Goa included!

*** accommodation is based upon twin shared occupancy. Single upon request only.

€2,180
Deposit: €500
EARLY BIRD 13-DAY INDIA PILGRIMAGE

13- day pilgrimage

Rishikesh -Varanasi-  Goa 

*** Overnight train from Haridwar- Varanasi included!

*** Flights from Varanasi - Goa included!

*** accommodation is based upon twin shared occupancy. Single upon request only.

€2,310
Deposit: €500
REG. PRICE 13- Day India Pilgrimage

Rishikesh -Varanasi-  Goa 


*** Overnight train from Haridwar- Varanasi included!

*** Flights from Varanasi - Goa included!

*** accommodation is based upon twin shared occupancy. Single upon request only.

€2,450
Deposit: €500


Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Rishikesh


Please book a flight to Dehra Dun airport and submit your flight details to us, You will be picked up at the airport and transferred to Rishikesh.

Alternatively you can book a taxi from Delhi airport to Rishikesh (about 5,000INR - 60€/ 7-8 hours drive) or even take a train from Delhi to Haridwar. 


Your Organizer


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yogalexia
27 reviews
Alexia is a traveler at heart. Wisdom Keeper. Yogini. Spiritual Activist. In the past decade she has hosted more than 30 Retreats around the world. To Alexia, Retreat- time means plugging in with your raw Self. She offers a vast amount of opportunities to dive deeper: From physical Yoga (Vinyasa, Tantra, Bhakti, Forrest Yoga), to different Meditation and healing techniques, Chanting, Yogic Philosophy and Psychology to Self Enquiry Practices, workshops and teacher trainings. Alexia loves to take her students on a deep journey within- Because the way in is the only way out. www.yogalexia.at

Reviews

Thank you for this amazing journey. Not only a journey through India also a journey to oneself.
By Katharina W for Shakti Yatra India on Jan 21, 2024
We enjoyed a truly unforgettable experience, expertly guided every step of the way by Alexia, who ensured a harmonious and intensely engaging time for all. Delicious food, comfortable accommodation and travel, intriguing sights and interesting learnings. Feeling very grateful. Thank you!
By Nadia B for Shakti Yatra India on Jan 09, 2024
I experienced my first journey to India with Alexia and it was a experience beyond words. Everything was planned out very well and each and every aspect of this Yatra was amazing. If you want to experience India on a deeper level, it is a must to do it with Alexia as she has so much experience and knowledge about India - you can feel the magic for sure. Also Raj is the perfect guide, with a lot of expertise and joy. We had an amazing time together and I felt always super safe and cared for! Thank you Alexia and Raj for this outstanding experience ❤️
By Stefania A for India Yatra 2023 - Himalayan Heart on Sep 09, 2023
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Namasté ✨🙏 I can not find the right words to describe this wonderful trip ✨✨ It was definitely a magical and transforming experience with Alexia at Anand Lok at the Ganga River - she made everything possible for us what she could 🥰🙏 you can tell that she has a lot of experience in teaching yoga and holding teacher trainings. But the most important thing is that she puts a lot of love in her work 🥰🧡 The lovely and kind staff from Anand Lok took great care of us. Also, the ayurvedic food was delicious and nutritious so that we had the energy to study and practice yoga during the 22 days of our stay :) I really felt at home and as if I belong here, which is not a thing I experience so easily ✨💕
By Julia S for Unterkunft 200h INNER ALKEMY Yoga Teacher Training on Apr 09, 2023
Amazing, life-changing experience. Alexia is an amazing yoga teacher with a very deep understanding and knowledge of Yoga.
By Melanie B for Unterkunft 200h INNER ALKEMY Yoga Teacher Training on Apr 06, 2023
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