Experiencing India

An Inspiring Retreat in Rishikesh, India

March 2026

 

A DIVINE LOCATION

The village of Rishikesh is nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas on the banks of the Ganges River and has been home to great saints and Vedic masters for thousands of years. We’ve been exploring and studying in this beautiful area for coming up on two decades and we’re looking forward to giving you a unique look into a region that will inspire and amaze.

 

EXPERIENCING THE CULTURE

This is a ‘behind-the-scenes’ dive into the ancient Vedic culture. This journey of personal discovery will include knowledge talks, exploring the local area, witnessing ceremonies by the banks of the Ganges, visiting temples in the Himalayan foothills, taking dips in the holy river, meditating in ancient caves, meeting with local swamis, and enjoying delicious vegetarian cuisine.

 

THE MEDITATION PROGRAMME

Experience a very specific programme of yoga and deep meditations within the nourishing environment of the ashram. This is a rare opportunity to take your practice to the next level through an extended combination of gentle yoga, breathing technique and meditation. This creates profound purifying experiences and ultimately delivers an accelerated upgrade in consciousness.

Spending time at the ashram was a transformational experience – one I shall treasure for the rest of my life.

~ Grace, London

 

 

TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION

Having got yourself to New Delhi we’ll pick you up from the airport and take you to a modern, comfortable hotel. We’ll enjoy an evening settling in and sharing some delicious food. The next morning, we take a first-class train through the countryside to Rishikesh. We stay in a simple ashram on the banks of the Ganges river. After 12 days the retreat ends in Rishikesh and you’ll then travel back to New Delhi.

 

 

A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

If you’ve never been to India, this is a fantastic way to be introduced to the country and its culture. If you’ve been before, this is India like you haven’t experienced it. You’re safe, you’re with an amazing group of people to share in the local culture and expand your Vedic knowledge.

Prerequisite

This retreat is open to those who have learned Vedic Meditation in-person with a qualified instructor.

 

Location

New Delhi and Rishikesh, India

 

Retreat fee

 Private Room – tba

 Shared Room – tba

– Option to pay in instalments over five months-

 

Once you arrive to New Delhi airport, transport, accommodation and some meals for the retreat are inclusive. Flights to and from New Delhi aren’t included. You’ll need additional spending money for meals, shopping, etc.

 

Dates

March 2026 (exact dates tba)

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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Praise for past retreats...

A truly transformational experience. If you’ve been thinking about going to India, I urge you to take the plunge. A trip of a lifetime.

 

I loved our daily invigorating swims in the Ganges, dodging cows on the footpaths, visiting ancient temples and holy sites, eating delicious curries and Indian sweets.

 

Jillian and Michael are truly inspirational sources of knowledge for every aspect of Indian culture & spirituality.

 

I loved the time I spent in India on retreat… what made it such a unique experience was that the retreat included adventure, the chance to experience a culture I knew rather little about, and time to deepen my practice.

 

Rishikesh is a very special place and it was a privilege to do an advanced meditation programme there.