A Sacred Journey Through the Heart of the Himalayas
✨ Daily Yoga, Meditation & Spiritual Practice
Deepen your sadhana through guided sessions of traditional yoga, meditation, pranayama, and mantra chanting. Each practice is woven into the sacred energy of the Himalayas and supports a profound inner journey.
✨ Guided Pilgrimage to Sacred Temples & Ritual Spaces
Receive teachings and spiritual guidance in the heart of the sacred temples of Kumaon — Jageshwar, Patal Bhuwaneshwar, Bagnath, Kainchi Dham…
Each step becomes a practice in itself: conscious walking, silence, simple rituals, and inner integration — approached as a spiritual path rather than a touristic experience.
✨ Ashram Living & Spiritual Immersion
Stay in ashrams and sacred spaces that support meditation, silence, reflection, and the integration of yogic teachings.
Accommodation and meals are provided solely to sustain the continuity and depth of the spiritual program.
✨ The Himalayas as a Living Teaching Space
More than a landscape, the Himalayan environment becomes a true support for practice. Silence, altitude, rivers, mountains, and forests nourish introspection, awareness, and presence.
✨ Community, Reflection & Inner Work
Share satsangs, reflective circles, and guided introspection within a small group committed to spiritual growth.
The sense of community is an essential part of the learning process.
“I will carry this journey with me for the rest of my life — it helped me rebuild and rediscover myself.” – Karina
Dates de l'année
- From 4 October 2026 to 17 October 2026
Retreat Highlights
• Immersion in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga
Stay in an ashram on the banks of the sacred Ganges, with daily practices of yoga, meditation, pranayama, and spiritual teachings. Rishikesh becomes a space for integrating your sadhana — not a touristic destination, but a living spiritual environment.
• Pilgrimage to the sacred temples of Kumaon (Jageshwar, Patal Bhuwaneshwar, Bagnath)
Approach these sites as living spaces of practice: simple rituals, silence, meditation, and guided contemplation of the subtle energy of the Himalayas. Each visit is experienced as an inner journey rather than a touristic excursion.
• Meditative walk to Tungnath, the temple of Shiva
The ascent becomes an active sadhana: conscious breathing, mantra, introspection, and spiritual guidance as we journey toward one of the highest Shiva temples in the world.
• Jageshwar: meditative immersion in the cedar forest
Practice and transmission at one of the oldest Shaivite temple complexes in the Himalayas. The natural environment and the energy of the place become supports for inner teaching, where walking, silence, and contemplation invite subtle depth rather than physical effort.
• Himalayan spiritual culture & conscious living
Encounter the local culture not as a touristic discovery, but as an immersion into a way of life rooted in devotion, simplicity, and wisdom.
Nourishing vegetarian meals, periods of silence, reflection, journaling, and daily integration of the teachings support the inner process throughout the journey.
“Thank you for this beautiful journey… I experienced far more than I ever imagined possible.” – Gwenn
Itinerary
📅 Dates: October 4–17, 2026
📍 Arrival & Departure Point: Dehradun, India
📍 Sacred Sites Visited:
Rishikesh,
Someshwar Mahadev,
Bagnath (Bageshwar),
Patal Bhuwaneshwar,
Jageshwar,
Chitai Golu Devta,
Kasar Devi,
Kainchi Dham,
Naina Devi (Nainital)
👥 Group Size: Limited to 12 participants
- Arrivée à l’aéroport de Dehradun et transfert à Rishikesh, la « Capitale mondiale du yoga ».
- Enregistrement à l’ashram Parmarth Niketan.
- Installation, détente et dîner nourrissant.
🌿 Bienvenue au pays des sages—votre voyage spirituel commence ici !
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Daily yoga & meditation sessions in an authentic ashram setting.
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Visit iconic spiritual landmarks:
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Lakshman Jhula & Ram Jhula – Historic suspension bridges.
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Swarg Ashram, Parmarth Niketan & Gita Bhawan – Sacred centers of wisdom.
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Experience Ganga Arti
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Optional activities:
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Private Ayurvedic consultations & treatments.
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Explore the serene Ganges ghats & temples.
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Adventure options like river rafting & nature walks.
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✨ A time for exploration, learning, and personal transformation before we ascend into the Himalayas.
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A long yet breathtaking journey through the Himalayan hills
Early departure from Parmarth Niketan
Scenic drive passing sacred river confluencesArrival in Ranikhet in the late afternoon / early evening
Simple dinner followed by a gentle moment of rest and integrationBase 1: Ranikhet — 3 nights (October 8, 9, 10)
🏔️ Breathe in the fresh mountain air and embrace the silence of the Himalayas.
- Morning yoga with views over the pine forests and valley
- Visit to the Chaubatia Gardens + optional walk to Bhalu Dam
- Silent walk and meditation in nature
- Evening circle (sharing & intention-setting for the Kumaon segment of the journey)
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Drive down to the Someshwar Mahadev Temple
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Darshan at the temple, with short teachings on Shiva and the deities of the valley
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Continuation toward the Kosi River for a seated moment by the water / meditation
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Return to Ranikhet in the evening
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Restorative practice or Yoga Nidra
(Overnight in Ranikhet.)
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Departure from Ranikhet
Scenic drive toward Bageshwar
- Visit to the Bagnath Temple, an important Shaivite kshetra
Tea by the sacred confluence of the rivers - Continuation to Chaukori
- Check-in and sunset over the Panchachuli peaks
Base 2: Chaukori — 2 nights (October 11 & 12)
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Morning drive to the cave temple of Patal Bhuwaneshwar
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Guided visit inside the cave (Pandavas, Shiva, cosmic forms and symbolism)
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Return to Chaukori for a late lunch
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Evening satsang / storytelling and a peaceful night
(Overnight in Chaukori.)
Departure from Chaukori
- Scenic drive through forested landscapes toward Jageshwar
- Unhurried time at the Jageshwar temple complex
- Optional Rudrabhishek / guided puja
- Meditation in the sacred cedar (deodar) forest
- Continuation to Almora, arrival in the evening and check-in
Base 3: Almora — 2 nights (October 13 & 14)
Your Spiritual Triangle of Almora
- Morning: visit to the Chitai Golu Devta Temple
- Introduction to the tradition of the deity of “petitions and justice”
- Symbolic group offering (without adding to the thousands of paper petitions 😄)
- Return via Almora town for lunch or a chai break
- Late afternoon: Kasar Devi Temple & the ridge
- Short walk along the ridge, with insights into the area’s geomagnetic field
- Sunset contemplation and reflective journaling
Return to Almora for dinner and rest.
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We honor your preference: arrival in Nainital around midday / early afternoon.
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Early breakfast and departure from Almora
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Drive to Kainchi Dham (~45–60 minutes)
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Visit to the temple of Neem Karoli Baba, with prasad
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Quiet time for those who feel connected to Ram Dass and the bhakti lineage
Continuation to Nainital (~45–60 minutes)
Expected arrival in early afternoon
Afternoon in Nainital:
- Darshan at the Naina Devi Temple
- Boat ride on Naini Lake
- Stroll along Mall Road / lakeside cafés
- Evening: opening of the closing circle (sharing & gentle practice)
Base 4: Nainital — 2 nights (October 15 & 16)
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Gentle morning practice / mini-satsang
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Late morning: drive to the Ghorakhal Tea Gardens (near Bhowali)
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Walk through the plantations, tea tasting, and discovery
Optional stop at a nearby viewpoint -
Return to Nainital for free time / final purchases
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Final closing circle in the evening
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Gratitude, integration, and completion of the retreat
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Breakfast followed by an optional sunrise walk overlooking the lake
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Departure according to your travel plans:
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Transfer to Kathgodam (train)
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Transfer to Pantnagar (flight)
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Private transfer to Delhi
What is included
- Shared accommodation in ashrams, Himalayan hotels and lodges, providing a supportive environment for practice and spiritual immersion.
- Daily vegetarian meals (breakfast and dinner) designed to support sadhana and energetic stability.
- Transportation between sacred sites, organized to ensure the continuity of the pilgrimage and the practices.
- Daily teachings: traditional yoga, meditation, pranayama, mantras, and sacred rituals.
- Spiritual accompaniment and guidance in the temples and places of practice.
Exclusions
- International & domestic flights and visas
- Personal expenses (shopping, Ayurvedic treatments, additional meals)
- Travel insurance
Prices
1 880 €
Early Bird: €1,745 (limited to the first 5 participants)
Payment plan available in 3 monthly installments
Important information
14-Day Retreat–Pilgrimage in the Indian Himalayas
An initiatory journey beginning in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, and continuing through sacred sites across the Himalayas. This program is dedicated to yogic teachings, meditation, and deep spiritual immersion.
Daily Practice & Teachings
Guided sessions of traditional yoga, meditation, pranayama, mantra chanting, and periods of silence — all integrated within natural environments that support introspection and sadhana.
Pilgrimage to Sacred Temples
Meditative and ritual approaches to the temples of Kumaon — Someshwar Mahadev, Bagnath, Patal Bhuwaneshwar, Jageshwar, Chitai Golu Devta, Kasar Devi, Kainchi Dham — experienced as moments of deep practice, integration, and transformation beyond any touristic dimension.
Immersion in Indian Spiritual Life
Stays in ashrams, participation in local yogic rhythms, periods of silence, journaling, sharing circles, and daily integration of the teachings.
Local encounters are experienced as immersion in a culture of devotion rather than touristic exploration.
Sacred Journey Through Kumaon
Travel between the sacred and natural landscapes of Kumaon — Ranikhet, Bageshwar, Chaukori, Jageshwar, Almora, Kainchi Dham, Nainital — as part of a living pilgrimage where each stage extends and deepens the practice.
Practical Information
Group limited to 12 participants to maintain an intimate and focused learning environment.
Early Bird: €1,745
Standard Rate: €1,880
Dates: October 2026
“India will stay in my heart forever.” – Éric
F.A.Q.
This retreat is for anyone 16 years and older seeking a transformative experience that blends yoga, spirituality, and cultural immersion. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to yoga, if you have an open heart and a spirit of adventure, this journey is for you.
No, all levels are welcome. The yoga sessions will be tailored to the group, with modifications available for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.
The Retreat Price Includes:
✔️ Accommodation for 14 days and 13 nights (including in Rishikesh)
✔️ Daily yoga and meditation sessions
✔️ Transportation within India (according to the itinerary)
✔️ Guided temple visits and excursions
✔️ Two vegetarian meals per day throughout the retreat, including in Rishikesh
✔️ Support from local guides and facilitators
This retreat is of a moderate level, interspersed with mindful walks in nature and visits to sacred sites. Some stages include short walks at altitude or along forest paths (particularly in Jageshwar and around the temples of Kumaon), accessible to anyone in good physical condition.
The overall rhythm remains gentle and respectful of each participant. Alternatives are always possible for those who prefer to move at a slower pace.
The closest international airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi, India). From there, you can take a domestic flight to Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport), which is about a 45-minute drive from Rishikesh. We can assist with recommendations for transport from the airport to the retreat location.
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Comfortable yoga clothes
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Modest clothing for temple visits (shoulders and knees covered)
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A warm jacket and layers for the Himalayan regions
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Comfortable walking/hiking shoes
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A reusable water bottle
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Personal toiletries and medications
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A small backpack for day trips
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A journal for reflections
A detailed packing list will be provided upon registration.
October is one of the best times to visit the Himalayas. The climate is pleasant, with daytime temperatures ranging between 15–25°C (59–77°F) in Rishikesh and the lower altitudes, and cooler temperatures of 5–15°C (41–59°F) in the higher regions.
Evenings and nights can be chilly, so bringing warm layers is recommended.
Yes, most travelers require a visa to enter India. You can apply for an e-Visa online, which is a straightforward process for most nationalities. We recommend applying at least one month in advance.
Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this retreat. It should cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and travel disruptions.
To secure your place, a deposit is required at the time of booking.
The Early Bird rate is €1,745 for the first five registrations, after which the price increases to €1,890.
Payment details and deadlines will be communicated upon request.
Due to the nature of retreat planning, deposits are non-refundable. However, if you need to cancel, we will do our best to assist you in finding a replacement. Full terms and conditions will be shared before booking.
Absolutely! If you wish to explore more of India before or after the retreat, we can offer recommendations for additional experiences and travel arrangements.
Feel free to email us or send us a message on our social media platforms. We’re happy to assist you with any questions!
Your teachers
Prachi and Benoit
They have been practicing yoga for many years and have been teaching since 2015.
They have completed over 1,000 hours of training, including 500 hours dedicated specifically to the art of teaching, in renowned ashrams in India.
Prachi has also undertaken specialized training in prenatal and postnatal yoga.
Thanks to their partly Indian roots and their years of study in India, they transmit an authentic form of yoga, rooted in its traditional values and in the spiritual dimension of the practice.
Their certifications are recognized by Yoga Alliance.
