Araati - Sunset on the Ganges

Tour leaders are experienced Indian travelers.

Govinda lived there for some years and Julie has journeyed there several times.

Their main focus there has been for spiritual enquiry and pilgrimage.

Saddhus
Above: Sunset Araati (ceremony) on the Ganges Above: Saddhus - Wandering Holy Men
Indian swamiji

Himalayan Foothills

New Deli
Above: Our Course Teacher Swami Dharmananda
Above: Himalayan Foothills
Above: Famous Mosque in Old Delhi

Tour Leader Julie & Govinda

Journey to the foothills of the Himalayas and stay on the banks of the holy Ganges River.

Take part in a Yoga philosophy and meditation course.

Make a journey to the source of the Ganges. Experience the ancient religion and culture of India.

Govinda with a begger
  • One month, departing 27th September 2008 and returning 25th October 2008. Optional extension up to 7 weeks to continue, or complete Yoga course.

  • Fly in and out of Delhi; stay one night in central New Delhi. Optional shopping and sightseeing. Stay in budget hotel in Main Bazaar, Pahargang.

  • Travel by train to and from Rishikesh (approximately seven hours).

  • Stay at the Ved Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh (single or twin share room).

  • Daily classes (mornings only) in Yogic Philosophy and Meditation, part of a 6 week Advanced Yoga Study Course, run by Swami Dharmananda.

  • Optional: Hatha Yoga classes available in ashram.

  • Optional Ayurvedic massage and Astrology readings.

  • Visit local temples, ashrams, and Ramana’s Garden (orphanage and school).

  • Walk or drive to local scenic places along Ganges and into the hills.

  • Journey by jeep to Kodiya Himalayan Retreat (run by Ramana’s Garden charity), stay 2 nights.

  • Continue on to Gangotri to the source of the Ganges. Accommodation at Government Resthouse for 4 nights.

Pilgrim leaders are experienced Indian travellers, having travelled or lived there over many years. Their main focus there has been for spiritual enquiry and pilgrimage.

Tour price: $3200 includes return flights, airport taxes, transfers, land travel to Rishikesh and Gangotri, shared accommodation, Yoga course (not included- meals, single room, optional extras, local travel, porters and sightseeing). Discounts available for prior pilgrims.

Deposit: $400 due at time of booking.

INDIAN PILGRIMAGE

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