Immerse yourself in the devotional vibration of two of the most spiritual cities in the world!
Join Rob and Melissa for a trip of a lifetime!
Our journey begins in the sacred city of Rishikesh, nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas—the birthplace of yoga and a place of devotion, meditation, and prayer since before written history.
For thousands of years, yogis have made pilgrimages to the shores of the Ganga (Ganges River) for healing, purification, and transformation. The spiritual energy is palpable—you can feel it shift your entire being, moment by moment, cell by cell.
Rishikesh offers the perfect environment for the spiritual seeker to flourish. Many people say, “The veil is thinner in Rishikesh,” and we've seen it with our own third-eyes!
We'll meet inspiring teachers, visit holy temples and sites, bathe in Ganga Ma, and sing lots of kirtan! We’ll also take time every day in Satsang to deepen our understanding of Bhakti Yoga, the path of love and devotion.
Next, we'll continue our pilgrimage to Vrindavan, the sacred childhood home of Krishna and Radha. You’ve never seen devotion like this before! This small city is teeming year-round with devotees and pilgrims and we’ll be there together during the sacred month of Kartik, the most auspicious time to be in Vrindavan.
Plus, in Vrindavan, the music never stops - kirtan 24/7! Music and magic always occur here, although we can’t predict exactly what will happen, we know it will be an adventure to remember!
Why travel with us?
We've been coming to this region of India for 10 years, sometimes staying for three months at a time. When we first visited Rishikesh, we were blessed to study with one of our most beloved teachers, Vanamali. We told her we thought we needed to see all of India to truly experience it. Her response? "In order to know India, you must stay in one place." She was right.
After three months of living in Rishikesh, we made lifelong friends we now consider family. We studied with incredible teachers across various lineages. Year after year, they welcome us back with open arms, pots full of chai, belly laughs of "enjoying," and hearts filled with gratitude for the Divine.
This will be our 7th time leading this pilgrimage, and each journey gets richer. This time is especially intimate and thoughtfully curated as we bring you into our home away from home and introduce you to our spiritual family.
What's included:
- Accommodation: 6 nights in Rishikesh, 4 nights in Vrindavan
- Yoga Practices: Daily morning meditation, kirtan, and all-levels yoga practice based on the needs of the day.
- Meals: All meals. Rishikesh and Vrindavan are vegetarian and alcohol free cities.
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Experiences: Daily group outings to town, temples, sacred sites, ceremonies, and Satsang with spiritual teachers, mixed with days to rest and integrate. Our favorite excursions include (subject to availability):
- Goddess Temple at Sunrise
- Aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges river
- Ramana's Garden Children's Home visit and Kirtan
- Anand Prakash Ashram - meditation, yoga, fire puja, satsang and kirtan
- Satsang with beloved spiritual teacher and writer, Vanamali
- Day trip to Devprayag and Haridwar
- Visits to Neem Karoli Baba and Anandamayi Ma's Ashrams
- Vashishta's Cave
- Beatles Ashram
- Jungle Waterfalls
- and so much more!!!
- Transportation: All transportation during the retreat is included.
- Walking: We do a fair amount of walking in our explorations. Sometimes up to a few miles per day. It's a gentle meander, some stairs and inclines, but worth noting if you're not used to it. Roads, trails, and pathways can be uneven.
- Pre-retreat meeting: Pre-retreat Zoom meet and greet for all participants - an informational session with time for Q&A.
- Concierge Planning: Open and easy communication throughout your retreat planning process. We also have access to top notch guides throughout India if you wish to extend your journey before or after our time together.
What's not included:
Airfare*, airport transfers, travel insurance (recommended), personal shopping, spa treatments, Vedic readings, Ayurvedic consultations, temple donations and staff gratuities.
*The closest international airport is Delhi; the closest domestic airport is Dehradun. We will help arrange transport to and from either airport.
