Yoga and Cultural Retreat

The journey you share with others in a yoga retreat bonds you like nothing else. Strangers become friends and inhibitions fall away and you open yourself to sharing, learning with, and growing from other like-minded yogis and their life experience. Aadhya Yogshala giving you a opportunity not to only experience traditional style of yoga and spiritual practice but also to explore this beautiful country, rich by different traditions and cultural knowledge. If you’re working hard and craving time to unplug, connect back to yourself, get a good grip on life, refresh, and refill yourself – then join our Yoga and Cultural Retreat to nourish your body, mind, and soul while immersing yourself in the culturally rich and beautiful country of India. During this retreat will be able to relax, detox, DE-stress, rejuvenate, and take some time for yourself.

We would love to welcome you on this Beautiful journey where you will have the chance to explore the 4 most beautiful cities of India, Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and Rishikesh and many beautiful places.

Retreat Highlights

10 Days Retreat
Visit of 4 Famous cities Delhi, Agra, Jaipur & Rishikesh
Stay in Hotels
Free Pick & Drop, WiFi
2 Meals Everyday (Breakfast & Dinner)
2 Water Bottle
Daily Yoga/Tantric Meditation & Pranayama Sessions (Optional)
Excursion of Historical Places, Hindu Temples, One of the Biggest Temple of India Swami Narayana Akshrdham Temple, World Wonder Taj Mahal, Longest Tower Made By Bricks Qutub Minar, and India's oldest ashrams, Yoga schools and Temples at Rishikesh.
Free time to Explore, Shop or Do Arts and Crafts
Daily Gourmet and Sumptuous Meals
Evening Activities (Meditation, Mantra, Excursion local Area)

Why To Choose This Retreat

India is a land of “Unity in diversity”
Yoga, tantric philosophy and meditation & pranayama with a cultural tour
Get a chance to explore 4 most famous cities & more than 15 historical places
Be more relaxed and refreshed than you’ve ever been
Drop out of “normal life” for a period
Have a wonderful time learning a different practice than your own
The most amazing part of your experience just might be the people you'll meet
Peace and quiet for the mind, refreshing energy for the body
The ideal place to unplug, slow down that fast pace, and get back in touch with nature
Feel calmness, openness, and increased relaxation
Reduce stress and enjoy a better sleep

DELHI

We are going to excursion capital of India Delhi. Delhi is a city where ancient and modern blend seamlessly together. It is a place that not only touches your pulse but even fastens it to a frenetic speed. We are going to explore UNESCO World Heritage Site Qutub Minar in red and buff standstone is the highest tower in India. It has a diameter of 14.32 m at the base and bout 2.75 m on the top with a height of 72.5 m. Qutbu'd-Din Aibak laid the foundation of Minar in AD 1199 for the use of the mu'azzin (crier) to give calls for prayer., One of the biggest Temple of India Swami Narayan Akshardham Temple 'Akshardham' means the divine abode of God. It is hailed as an eternal place of devotion, purity and peace. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir and Lotus Temple one of seven Major Bahai's temples built around the world this magnificent structure stands for the principle of the oneness of humankind. People of all racial, religious, national backgrounds, are welcomed to pray and meditate within its precincts. It is a collective centre of society to promote cordial affection where everyone is held in its embrace as equals.

AGRA

Agra - Located on the banks of River Yamuna in Uttar Pradesh, Agra is a popular tourist destination as it is home to one of the 7th wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal. It is a sneak peek into the architectural history and legacy of the Mughal empire with two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites Agra Fort. We are going to explore One of the seven wonders of the world Taj Mahal an immense mausoleum of white marble, built in Agra between 1631 and 1648 by order of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favourite wife, the Taj Mahal is the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage., One of the biggest fort of asia Red Fort also Agra Fort, large 16th-century fortress of red sandstone located on the Yamuna River in the historic city of Agra, west-central Uttar Pradesh, north-central India. It was established by the Mughal emperor Akbar, Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb know as baby Taj and Traditional Handicraft Market displaying a number of unique handicrafts, the traditional bazaars of Agra.

JAIPUR

Jaipur is the capital of India’s Rajasthan state. It evokes the royal family that once ruled the region and that, in 1727, founded what is now called the Old City, or “Pink City” for its trademark building colour. Jaipur- the pink city is a major sightseeing destination in Rajasthan India. We are going to explore Hawa Mahal situated at Badi Choupad, Pink City of Jaipur, Hawa Mahal was built in 1799. It has 953 windows on the outside walls. The honeycomb shaped and beautifully carved windows allow breeze to blow through the palace and makes it a perfect summer palace. , Jal Mahal or the Water Palace is one of the most majestic places to see in Jaipur. Jal Mahal stands at the forefront of these works of art. Standing amidst the center of Man Sagar Lake, Jantar Mantar in Jaipur has captured the essence of many a wanderlust over the years. An open-air astronomical observatory, this UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the rare and timeless places of attraction in Jaipur, and the world and Amber Fort the magnificent Amer Fort is an extensive palace complex that has been built with pale yellow and pink sandstone, and with white marble. Amber Fort is declare UNESCO World Heritage Site and Local Market famous for hand made bangles and other jewellery.

RISHIKESH

The word Rishikesh literally suggests the ‘locks or hairs of a sage’. The city is famously known as the ‘Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas' and the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’. This city is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas along the banks of the sacred river Ganges. Rishikesh is also known for its connection with The Beatles. The city has hosted the annual "International Yoga Festival". This ancient city has several mythological and religious legends associated with Lord Vishnu, Lord Bharat, and various prominent sages and is said to have been established in the 9th-century AD by Adi Shankaracharya. The scenic beauty of Rishikesh is due to its location at the foothills of the lofty Garhwal Himalayas is accentuated by the mighty Ganges cutting right through the city. We are going to explore here Vashitha Cave, Oldest ashram's of Rishikesh, Water fall, World’s famous fire ceremony, Local Market, Beatles Ashram, Holy River Ganga and many other Old Temples, Ashram etc.

What Will We Do During This Retreat

Asana Practice - "Asana" is Sanskrit for “seat”. The idea of the “seat” in this context refers not only to the physical position of the body, but to the position of the spirit in relation to Divinity. This idea is often referred to as the “One Seat”, by Yogis and Buddhists alike. This help to purification of the physical body through the traditional practices of shatkarmas followed by the practices of asanas, pranayamas, mudra and bandha.

Indian Traditional Meditation - Meditationis a state of profound peace that the body experiences when the mind is calm and silent, yet completely aware of the surroundings. you will get a primary concept of meditation, philosophy of meditation, meditation postures, mantra concept, anatomy, and therapy of meditative practices, yogic nutrition, naturopathy.”

Pranayama - Pranayama is comprised of two words Prana and Ayama.Prana word means vital energy.Pranayama utilizes breathing to influence the flow of prana in the nadis of the pranaamaya kosha.Pranayama (breath) is a bridge between the body and the mind and its practices are an essential yoga practice that reveals deeper layers of the mind.In Pranayama we learn to control our breath by regularly practicing. Pranayama plays a very important role in our life to keep healthy. Let’s check what are the benefits of pranayama.

Sightseeing During this retreat we are going to explore oldest temple, ashram, historical palaces, big forts, royal elephant ride, traditional Indian market and many more

Daily Sample Itinerary

Day – 1, Delhi Check in & Rest / Evening Meditation

Day – 2, Delhi Sightseeing Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple and Akshardhaam Temple

Day – 3, Delhi to Jaipur Drive to Jaipur and local sightseeing (Palace of Winds, Water Palace and Local Market) at evening after check in

Day – 4, Jaipur Sightseeing (Amber Palace, Jantar Mantar, Birla Temple and Market)

Day – 5, Jaipur to Agra Drive to Agra and sightseeing (World’s Largest Step Well Chand Baori, Red Fort and Local Market Agra at evening) after check in Hotel

Day – 6, Agra to Rishikesh Sightseeing (Taj Mahal and Itmad Ud Daulah Tomb) and drive to the Rishikesh after lunch.

Day – 7, Rishikesh Welcome fire ceremony, City walk all together and free time

Day –8, Rishikesh Sightseeing Vashitha Cave, Neer water fall, Kamakshi Devi Temple, Beatles Ashram and attend World’ famous fire ceremony side by Holy River Mother Ganga.

Day – 9,Rishikesh Whole day free for shop, Ayurveda Massage, Explore etc.

Day –10, Rishikesh Visit of some oldest temples and ashrams, and free time.

Day –11, Rishikes to Delhi Check out and drive for Delhi Airport

Daily Schedule