A Spiritual Journey Through India: Sights, Yoga, Culture & Ceremony with Yuval Samburski

We are so excited to invite you to join us on a special spiritual journey to the colorful and fascinating world of India, the motherland of yoga and Hinduism. We will explore the highlights of northern India where we will practice, travel and experience its incredible culture, food, and spirit.  Our journey will begin in the capital of Delhi, where the old meets the new. We will venture down its ancient bustling roads by cycle rickshaw and see the highlights of this city that continues to grow and modernize yet is still firmly rooted in the past. From Delhi, we will take the first class early morning train to Agra and visit the iconic Taj Mahal, a sight not to be missed in this lifetime. Its then on to Jaipur, the gateway to the culturally rich province of Rajasthan where we will visit the spectacular Amber Fort, enjoy a house concert in a traditional haveli, and for this interested there will be some incredible shopping opportunities as well! A flight will take us to Varanasi, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and the jewel in the crown of any visit to India. This is the most important pilgrimage city in all of Hinduism and our days here will be spent on and around the Ganges by boat both at sunrise when we’ll be serenaded by classical Indian musicians and at sunset to witness the spectacular evening artis. We will also explore stunning silence of nearby Sarnath, where the Buddha found enlightenment. Daily vinyasa, restorative yoga, sound healing + reiki sessions will be laced throughout our days (time permitting). Join Yuval on a true trip of a lifetime to incredible India!

The Venue

We will be staying at gorgeous 5-star hotels chosen for their location and quality of service throughout Northern India. We’ve used them all for groups in the past.

Highlights`

• Time in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Varanasi.
• Private Rickshaw Tour of Old Delhi
• Excursion to the hip neighborhood of Hauz Khas for lunch and boutique shopping
• Travel via one of India’s famous trains to Agra
• Sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal
• Private jeep ride up to the majestic Amber Fort of Jaipur
• Shopping for traditional crafts in centuries-old bazaars and cutting edge Indian designers in modern boutiques
• A serenade of morning Ragas on the Ganges
• The stunning silence of Sarnath, where the Buddha found enlightenment
• Daily vinyasa & restorative yoga, sound Healing + reiki sessions (time permitting)

Menu

All breakfasts are included in the price of the program. Lunches and dinners are not included but our team of expert guides will have excellent reputable suggestions for dining throughout your journey.

Directions

You will being into and out of Delhi (airport code: DEL). The trip begins on Oct 15th but you also have the option of arriving earlier to rest up from your travels before the retreat begins and we can help you with hotel reservations for your early arrival.  Your flight out of Delhi should be booked for Oct 24th after 9pm  to allow for any flight delays between Varanasi into Delhi. Travel insurance strongly recommended.

Private airport transfers are included in the price of your trip. Whenever you arrive, day or night, you will be met by a private driver and transported to the group hotel. Note: if you arrive early and decide to stay at an alternate location other than our group hotel, you will be responsible for coordinating and paying for your own transportation directly with the hotel where you will be staying.