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DehradunYoga – the magical word for fitness today was perhaps born centuries back in India. Derived from the Sanskrit word yuj, yoga means union of the soul with spirit. Yoga is an amalgamation of religion, philosophy, and practices. It is a physical, mental and spiritual discipline which takes one to the path of moksha (liberation). The science of Yoga is a way of life for India.

Meditation – is when a person trains the mind to be more self-aware, to look inward, or to reach an altered state of consciousness. It’s an ancient practice with a rich history in India, where both Buddhist and Hindu traditions use it.

 

Day 01: ARRIVE DELHI

Our representative will meet you in the arrival area of the airport after you clear all immigration and custom formalities. Depart for your hotel and check in for your stay.

Delhi is India’s capital and a major gateway to the country. Perhaps there is no other capital city in the world so steeped in history and legend as the Indian capital Delhi. It was the magnet, which drew the Mongols, Turks, Persians, Afghans, Mughals and the British, all of whom contributed to its glorious but turbulent past. The fascination with Delhi was such that even though it was abandoned many times, its rulers returned to it again and again rebuilding it at least seven times. Today, the twin cities of Old and New Delhi still intrigue Indians and tourists alike as the cultural and political capital of the largest democracy in the world.

Hotel in Delhi – ITC-Welcom Hotel, Dwarka

 

Day 02: DELHI (B/D)
Full day sightseeing tour of New Delhi & Old Delhi – visit Jama Masjid and drive past Red Fort, India Gate and Lutyens Delhi. Visit the Qutub Minar and the Sikh temple. Evening – visit a Palm reader/ Astrologer
Overnight in Delhi

 

Day 03: DELHI – VARANASI (FLIGHT) (B/D)
Early Morning Yoga & Meditation.
Later transfers to airport in time to connect flight for Varanasi. (9W2423 -1105/1230hrs)
Upon arrival, your will be met by a local representative and transfer to your hotel for check in.
Evening boat ride followed by a prayer ceremony on the Ganges.

Hotel in Varanasi- WH-Jukaso Ganges / Hotel Madin

 

Day 04: VARANASI  (B/D)
Morning session of Yoga and Meditation overlooking the Ganges.
Later optional tour to visit Sarnath.
Visit a widow Ashram followed by a visit to the silk weaver’s colony.
Overnight in Varanasi

 

DAY 05: VARANASI – KHAJURAHO (FLIGHT) (B/D)
Morning session of Yoga and Meditation.
Later in time, transfer to airport & board flight for Khajuraho. (AI406-1210 /1440hrs)
Arrive & check-in
Evening – visit the famous Kamasutra temples.

Hotel in Khajuraho – Ramada Khajuraho

 

DAY 06: KHAJURAHO – ORCHHA (SURFACE 160KM) (B/D)
Morning session of Yoga and Meditation.
After breakfast proceed for Orchha.
Arrive & check-in.

Hotel in Orchha – Amar Mahal

 

DAY 07: ORCHHA (B/D)
Morning:  Sightseeing of Orchha visiting fort, temple and other attractions.
In the evening enjoy a session of yoga and meditations on banks of River Betwa.
Later join a traditional cooking class.
Overnight at in Orchha

 

DAY 08: ORCHHA – JHANSI (SURFACE) – AGRA (BY TRAIN) (B/D)
Morning at leisure.
Transfer to train for Agra. (Taj Express-1520/1847 hrs)
Arrive & check-in.
Later enjoy a home cooked dinner and interaction with a Local Family.

Hotel in Agra – Crystal Sarovar Premiere

 

DAY 09: AGRA (B/D)
Morning session of Yoga and Meditation overlooking the Taj Mahal.
After breakfast visit Taj Mahal and the Agra fort.
Later visit Mother Teresa’s Charity home.
Evening enjoy a session of Relaxing Yoga
Overnight in Agra

 

DAY 10: AGRA – FATEHPUR – JAIPUR (SURFACE 250 KM) (B/D)
Leave for Jaipur by surface en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri.
Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri (the City of Victory) was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. Fatehpur Sikri bears exceptional testimony to the Mughal civilization at the end of the 16th century.
Arrive & check-in at hotel

Hotel in Jaipur – Holiday Inn City Centre

 

DAY 11: JAIPUR (B/D)
Morning excursion to Amber Fort with a photo stop at Palace of Winds.
Enjoy an elephant/jeep ride up the magnificent fort and make a tour of the complex.
Afternoon – City sightseeing including visit to City Palace and Jantar Mantar/Royal Astronomical Observatory.
Overnight at Hotel

 

DAY 12: JAIPUR – DELHI – HOME (SURFACE 260KM) (B/D)
Morning at leisure of independent activities.
Later leave for Delhi airport in time to connect flight home. (No accommodation in Delhi).

 

Extension to the Yoga Capital – Rishikesh.

DAY 13: DELHI – HARIDWAR (TRAIN) – RISHIKESH (SURFACE 20KM) (B/D)
Transfer to railway station. Leave – Dehradun Shatabdi -0645/1120 hrs) Flight option available upon request
Meet & assist at railway station and transfer to Rishikesh.
Arrive & check-in.
Afternoon – at leisure to explore the colorful local market of the sacred town of Rishikesh.
Evening: witness the Aarti Ceremony (prayers) at Paramarth Niketan dedicated to Goddess river Ganga.

Accommodation in Rishikesh: Yoga Niketan Ashram

DAY 14: RISHIKESH (B/L/D)
Morning session of Yoga & Meditation
Afternoon – Lecture, discussion & library time
Evening session of Yoga & Meditation
Overnight at Hotel

DAY 15: RISHIKESH (B/L/D)
Morning session of Yoga & Meditation
Afternoon – visit the downtown local market
Evening session of Yoga & Meditation
Overnight at Hotel

DAY 16: RISHIKESH – HARIDWAR (SURFACE 20KM) – DELHI (TRAIN) (B)
Transfer to Haridwar Railway station to board train (Shatabdi 0620/1115 hrs)
Arrive Delhi and afternoon for independent activities. Later transfer to airport to connect flight for onward destination. (No accommodation in Delhi).

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Seasonality 
Low Season: 16 Apr – 30 Sep
High Season: 01 Oct- 15 Apr 2018

Surcharges applicable for travelling during the Christmas and New Year period (from 21 Dec 2017 – 10 January 2018)