Trip Activities
Travel
Rishikesh
Dharamshala
Delhi
Pushkar
Goa
It’s a trip that will take you to think over your priorities in life by realizing that you don’t need a lot to be happy and get to appreciate the gift of the abundance. The yoga practice and meditation will be your daily companion and being around nature will be the greatest to your being. It’s people and differences will teach about accepting, adapting and patience as well as kindness and faith.
rishikesh
The Yoga capital of the world: The sacred city of Rishikesh is located in the north of India, at the foot of the Himalayas and is a mainly Hindu pilgrimage site. By crossing its famous bridge over the Ganges that takes you to Ram Jhula, you will notice how animals, motorcycles, Indians and foreigners have made this sacred place their home with the main purpose of learning and living under the practice and doctrine of Yoga.
In Rishikesh there are more than 300 centers to practice and / or be certified in yoga as well as places to meditate and ashrams. Doing yoga in Rishikesh will allow you to discover and experience the benefits of this practice, both physically and spiritually.
Yoga, Ayurveda, Meditation and Hindu Philosophy workshops for 5 days: In India, everything is united in body, mind and spirit, and to understand it better, we will devote 5 days to soak up all the Hindu philosophy, meditation, ayurveda and yoga. In the end, you will understand how we are connected and how important it is to work from the inside.
Swim in the Ganges river birth: She is the mother of a town full of traditions; She is a goddess whose waters serve to purify. According to the Hindu faith, every cremated person whose ashes are scattered in the mother Ganges, is free of reincarnation and can enter directly into paradise. Possibly it is the most religious, mystical and spiritual river in the world and also, it must be said, the most polluted. And precisely because a large number of rituals are performed in it, they make the waters contain a high degree of waste such as cremation ashes and much more. However, we will go the river’s birth, where we can immerse ourselves in this gift of blue color nature, and use all its magic to heal, and even to enjoy some sports doing rafting, if the weather allows it.
Rafting: In addition to a purifying bath, Madre Ganges gives us the opportunity to recharge the body with a shot of adrenaline. If you have never done rafting, you can try it here; From basic to advanced level, leave fears behind and dare to live this incredible experience crossing the waters of the river.
Hiking: the foothills of the Himalayas are the ideal pretext to plan an encounter with nature and your interior; You can walk the paths while you talk with nature and go through towns that you will love.
See the sun rise through the foothills of the Himalayas in the famous Shri Kunjapuri sacred temple: without a doubt, a sunrise that will take your breath away. If you are not a friend of waking up early, this sunrise will be worth doing it as you can see the sun rise while the surrounding mountains are illuminated. One of the best sunrises you'll see in your life.
The most beautiful sunsets you will see in Rishikesh: after seeing the sun rise in Shri Kunjapuri, you can only overcome it after seeing the sun set on the hanging bridges. A golden spectacle that will invite you to rethink your intentions while you let your day go with the sun, accompanied by monkeys and an occasional cow.
Hindu ceremonies and rituals: In India, the diversity of Gods is so great that ceremonies, offerings and rituals never end. From the most transcendent to the most insignificant, the gods receive flowers, fruits and even goats, depending on the occasion and celebration. Witnessing these traditions in a place as magical and spiritual as India is something that you just can’t miss.
Knowing the Beatles Ashram and its history in Rishikesh: In this ashram there are only the stories of this visit, but it is still one of the most emblematic places due to the relevance that the Liverpool quartet represented at that time of history, since apparently The Beatles composed some 48 songs here and John Lennon recorded the song "The Happy Rishikesh Song".
Living in an ashram: without a doubt an experience that will change you from inside; During the 5 days in which you will be living with other seekers like you, you will find food for the soul and spirit between meditation, workshops, courses and therapies.
Delight in purely vegetarian Indian food for 5 days: there are so many options and so delicious that it won’t be hard for you to stop eating meat for 5 days. Dare to leave your comfort zone and let the toxins come out; You will feel fresh and revitalized.
Meditation in the Sacred Vashistha caves: One of the gifts of the Himalayas are these sacred caves, where you can surrender to silence and meditate in this mystical place.
dharamshala
Himalaya, Buddhism and Peace: From the noise of India, we will transition to the silence of the Himalayas. This is the highest mountain range on the planet; It extends throughout Tibet, crossing Nepal, India, China, Bhutan and Pakistan. These mountains are of great importance to Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs, as their geographical location makes the cultural and religious mixture unique and there are several sacred sites, monasteries and temples.
Dharamshala is the house of the Dalai Lama, of the 17th Karmapa, and a city of Tibetan refugees, and therefore the capital of Buddhism in this country, which makes it one of the quietest places you can visit in this region. It is the perfect place to find nature, since being located on the shores of the Himalayas, is an invitation to walk the trails, visit streams and waterfalls.
Buddhist Meditation Classes: Finding a moment of maximum attention and tranquility is not easy, so in Buddhist meditation classes you can learn how to take your mind to a point that allows it. This type of meditation will help you find peace in many moments of your life, so it is a tool that you can use and take advantage of.
Visit to the Temple of the Dalai Lama: Visiting the temple of the Dalai Lama is a unique experience; In fact, everything in India is unique, but this temple is unique because of the energy that surrounds it. And although the Dalai Lama no longer offers public audiences, having the luck to coincide and witness a teaching would be a true wonder.
Visit to the Temple of the 17 Karmapa: The 17th Karmapa is the leader of Karma Kagyu, a branch of Tibetan Buddhism that also focuses on meditation. In this temple you can learn the history of this interesting part of Tibetan Buddhism and its importance for its followers.
10-hour climb to the Himalayas: Walking and climbing one of your "Triund" annapurnas will be a physical and mental challenge, and even if you only manage to climb a few meters, you will conquer something more important: your self. Going through the Himalayas for 10 hours may seem like a lot, but you will surely want to continue one more day in this beautiful environment.
Learn to cook momos: the momos are similar to dumplings, and are one of the traditional stews of Tibet. It is a dough stuffed with meat or vegetables that is steamed in a kind of broth or soup. Its preparation takes a bit of technique so you will learn to prepare them as an expert.
Dharamsala is the place where the Tibetan culture is preserved in its purest state: everything that is seen, felt, breath and learned here comes from a cozy environment in which peace and tranquility invite you to connect with nature. Strolling through the tea and mountain fields, visiting the Tibetan cultural center and, of course, doing yoga, will help you find that connection that will fill your spirit with peace.
delhi
It is the capital of India, a place full of contrasts and where cultural shock will be inevitable. The colors, aromas, sounds and landscapes of this city will remain engraved in your mind forever. Although development and globalization have reached this capital and now you can breathe a very cosmopolitan air, you can still see an elephant walking in the middle of a traffic jam as the most normal thing in the world.
Delhi will give us moments of the city with wonderful restaurants, shopping opportunities, and the wonderful opportunity to leave a friendly family in this beautiful country.
Visit Lodhi Gardens: A park dedicated to the Lodi Afghan dynasty, although there are built the tombs of some of its members, each is a small monument worthy of admiration. The gardens and lakes are truly beautiful and full of peace. The ideal place for a morning walk.
Visit to Humayun's Tomb: This colossal mausoleum built in 1579 is a Unesco World Heritage Site and the first tomb-garden built in this region. It is built with red sandstone with black and white marble details and is one of the jewels of architecture that will leave you surprised with its beauty
Lunch at Lodhi Hotel: After a nice walk, nothing better than a little treat in one of the best hotels in Delhi, Lodhi Hotel. The Indian Accent restaurant is one of the best in the world and its traditional-contemporary menu is specially designed to satisfy traditional palates, including some trendy flavors and techniques. An unforgettable and satisfying experience in every way.
Shopping in Khan Market: now, let the rupees come out! Khan Market is considered one of the most expensive streets in the world, in terms of renting premises, because it is located in the heart of the city and also because the variety of shops is very extensive: from hardware stores, books and fabrics stores , up to luxury jewelers and exclusive brands and restaurants. Do you have an extra suitcase?
Visit to Old Delhi: The walled part of the city that preserves unique pieces of architecture, offers a wide variety of food and a huge amount of history in each of its corners. It is a place full of charm that will transport you to the past, to that India that makes you fall in love a little more than the modern one.
And to mix as locals, we have prepared an evening of social gatherings with music and snacks with local friends, while you learn to wear a sari guided by one of the most renowned designers in the country.
As you will be more aware that beauty comes from within, you will have the opportunity to prove it by having a stay in one of the most architecturally awarded houses in the city. Functionality, distribution, design and beauty in one place.
Not everything is yoga, meditation and Tibet ... A visit to Buddha's Zorbha for a night of dancing will help you keep releasing toxins; although if your thing is not dancing, you can also enjoy an evening at Piano Man Bar / Restaurant
pushkar
Is one of the five sacred cities of India in the heart of Rajasthan. This city is one of the sacred places for the pilgrimage of the devout Hinduists since it is one of the few temples dedicated to Brahma that exist in the world (another of them is in Bali). The legend says that it is one of the oldest cities in the country and although the date of its foundation is unknown, it is attributed to Brahma. This place is like traveling to the past, in a film of Hindu princesses, full of saris, colors, temples and palaces. Here you will live that dreamy India, surrounded by interesting people, travelers and artists who come to Pushkar with the purpose of being inspired by the beauty of the desert.
The activities that you can enjoy are focused on the life in the desert and the life of the place; diner in the desert with music while the sun sets will become a magical moment. Taking a motorcycle ride, buying silver jewelry, getting to know the heart of Rajasthan, its colors, arts and traditions and eating at the home of a local family, will make you connect more closely with India.
We will also take you to visit the temples and witness a Hindu ceremony on the lake, as well as visit the temple dedicated to Brahma. And of course, you can not miss doing yoga and meditation in the Pushkar desert, which will give you all the inspiration you need to connect with your interior.
goa
Every trip requires a little vitamin Sea and this trip through India is not exception. We will travel to the south of the country to visit the sea of Goa where you will find a different place where you can enjoy its sandy beaches to relax and rest, although you can also find a little party and of course, yoga. In this hippy community par excellence you can relax and let your hair fly to the beat of the wind while you drink a cold coconut, relax in a hammock, eat delicious sea food and enjoy the best music in the country.
Complement this by doing yoga and meditation on the beach, after spending the night in an ecological hotel out of one of the most beautiful stories, while you feel the hippie vibe of the 70's in the XXI century to finish off with a party on the beach and above all, rest. Do you dare to do it?
If you still have the doubt, the only thing missing in this incredible and relaxing experience is a little Spa and Clarins is the ideal place. It is located in the luxurious and charming Hotel W where you can spend all day enjoying the facilities and of course, one or two treatments in the Spa ... a small luxury but well deserved.
agra
Visit the Taj Mahal: I know that at some time in your life you have dreamed or longed to visit one of the most famous places in the world: the "Taj Mahal". This beautiful white marble mausoleum, besides being a jewel of architecture, has been named by UNESCO: "World Heritage Site". The story tells that Emperor Shah Jahan ordered to build this mausoleum for his wife with the best stones, the best jewels, the best workers and the best architects, resulting in one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. This is not my favorite place to be honest... however, once I did dreamed of having my picture taken there, so I'll make your dream also come true. Other monuments are also worth to visit while in Agra, and given the time we explore few others.
Breakfast at Oberoi Amarvillas hotel restaurant: Do you fancy a cup of coffee or tea while you admire the beauty of the Taj Mahal? The Oberoi Amarvillas hotel is a die for hotel, located only 600 meters from the Taj Mahal with an unbeatable view where you can fulfill that dream. The menu of the restaurant includes traditional Indian cuisine making it the ideal place to enjoy the view and treat the palate.
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