This is a spiritual sojourn that takes us deep into the heartland of North India, tracing a path through cities steeped in history and vibrant devotion. Beginning in the regal Pink City of Jaipur, we begin to uncover the original Deities of Vrindavan in their royal temple homes across Rajasthan. The journey then leads us to Agra, and the incomparable Taj Mahal. Then our focus shifts from imperial splendor to the timeless faith found in the temple towns of Braj, where every tree and rock silently echoes tales of faith, preparing the pilgrim for the ecstatic emotions of bhakti—selfless devotion in the land of Krishna.

This retreat will be led by Vasanti Devi Dasi who has been practicing and teaching Krishna bhakti for over three decades. Vasanti is a key member of the leadership team at Sacred Vedic Arts in Miami. She has spent years being mentored by Syamarani Didi, world famous bhakti artist, and has traveled to India many times, an expert teacher of the stories and philosophy of bhakti yoga.

1. Disclaimer
By participating in this trip, all travelers acknowledge and accept that adventure travel and/or pilgrimage involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Vehicular transportation, hiking, and travel in remote areas

• Variable weather conditions, rough terrain, and wildlife encounters

• Limited access to medical facilities in some locations

• Travel delays, vehicle breakdowns, or changes to the itinerary due to local conditions

Participants agree that the organizers, travel agents, and associated service providers are not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to personal property, health, or life arising from participation in this trip.

2. Liability Waiver
By paying the deposit, the participant voluntarily assumes all risks associated with the trip. Participants certify that they are physically fit for all planned activities and have obtained any necessary medical advice.

Participants release and discharge the organizers, their employees, agents, and partners from any liability for injury, illness, death, loss, or damage to personal property whatsoever incurred during the trip, except in cases of proven gross negligence or willful misconduct by the organizers.

3. Cancellation and Refund Policy

• Deposit: Non-refundable under any circumstances.

• Final Payment: Non-refundable after August 9, 2026.

• Any cancellations made before August 9, 2026 will forfeit the deposit; a refund of remaining payments will be made at the organizers discretion.

• If the trip is canceled by the organizers due to emergency circumstances (e.g., political unrest, natural disasters, pandemics, death, etc.), participants will receive a 50% refund minus the deposit and any non-refundable third-party costs (e.g., permits).

• If the trip is canceled by the organizers due to insufficient sign-ups (as determined by Expedition Ahimsa LLC) participants will receive a full refund.

4. Travel Insurance
All participants are strongly advised to obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, loss, or delay.

5. Acknowledgment
By submitting any payment and/or participating in the trip, the traveler acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to this Disclaimer, Liability Waiver, and Cancellation Policy.

• Airport pickup and hotel drop off

• Rest and acclimate

• Drive to Jaipur (4.5 hours)

• Check into hotel

• Evening darshan at Govind Dev Ji Temple (the most famous temple in Jaipur)

• Early morning: Amer Fort (UNESCO site)

• Explore 1000-year old town and temples in old city of Amer

• Evening darshan: Radha Gopinath Temple (one of the three original Deities from Braj)

• Morning Darshan at Govinda Dev Ji (original deity from Braj)

• City Palace & Hawa Mahal

• Old Jaipur bazaars in the evening

• Drive from Jaipur to Agra

• Stop at Karauli (Original Radha Madana Mohana Deity from Braj)

• Continue to Agra

• Mehtab Bagh for Taj sunset view

• Sunrise at the Taj Mahal

• Afternoon: Agra Fort or shopping opportunity

• Optional: Mehtab bagh if we didn’t get to it the day before

• First stop at Krishna Janmabhoomi (birthplace) in Mathura

• Kirtan at Dwarkadhish Temple

• Arrive and settle in Vrindavan

• Radha Raman Temple

• Radha Damodara Temple (Rūpa & Jīva Gosvāmi samādhis)

• Radha Madana Mohana Temple

• Boat ride on the Yamuna river

• Evening Kirtan at local temple

• Lakes, ancient temples, Govardhan hill views

• Visit places connected to the Pandavas and Krishna’s childhood

• Sacred groves ideal for japa meditation

• Settle near Govardhana Hill

• Visit Radha Kund & Shyama Kund

• Sunset: Kusum Sarovar

• Early morning: Govardhan Parikrama

• Afternoon rest

• Evening bhajan or quiet meditation

• Radha Rani Temple

• Mān Garh

• Kirtan on the steps of Radha Sarovara

• Morning closing sanga

• Drive back to Delhi airport (3.5–4.5 hrs)

• Trip concludes.