When rigors of life catch up with you and you start feeling jaded and fatigued, you know it is time to take a break. And what better way to de-stress from the distress of life than to relax in the soothing and therapeutic balm of INDIA’S YOGIC AND MEDITATION PRACTICES. Rejuvenate yourself the most effective way, what India’s Saints and Sadhus have been doing for years. Right from the ages India is known as a country where Yoga & Meditation is a sort of characteristic of human life cycle. The tour will take you to the Northern part of India in the foothills of Himalayas in the vicinity of Rishikesh where luxury is blended with nature. The tour includes visits to India’s cultural attractions in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Morning city tour of Delhi - visit India Gate, Parliament area, Government buildings, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutab Minar. In the afternoon, city tour of Old Delhi visiting Gandhi Memorial, Jama Masjid, followed by Sound & Light show at Red Fort. Overnight Delhi.

Morning drive to Agra en-route visiting Sikandra. Afternoon, visit the world famous Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daula. Overnight Agra.   DAY 5: Agra-Jaipur   After breakfast, we drive to Jaipur, en-route visiting the ancient deserted town of Fatehpur Sikri, dating back to the Mughal Dynasty. Upon arrival in Jaipur, check in at hotel. Overnight Jaipur.

Morning, drive to Amber Fort, where you will have the pleasure of an elephant ride. Afternoon, city tour to Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Royal Observatory, and Bazaar. Overnight Jaipur.

Morning, free time. Late afternoon, drive back to Delhi.

Morning, transfer to train station and ride the Shatabdi Express to Hardwar. Upon arrival, afternoon city tour followed by viewing of the Ashrams, including the internationally recognized Center of Philosophical Studies, Yoga & Meditation. An annual International Yoga Week is held here from February 2nd to 7th. Overnight Ashram in Rishikesh.

Early morning, yoga class followed by relaxation of body & mind. After Yogic breakfast, drive to Byasi/Kaudiyala to start rafting back to Shivpuri. Arrive Byasi, briefing on safety, raft maneuvering, team spirit development etc. Today we exercise as a team and hit the most exciting rapids on the Ganges. Lunch at Nature Camp Resort. Afternoon, free time. Evening, meditation and relaxation followed by camp-fire, dinner and overnight stay

Early morning, drive to Hindolakhal to start trekking to Kunjapuri. The one hour trek goes through thick forest until we reach the top at Kunjapuri. After taking some time to explore the area join classes for asana, relaxation & meditation. Witness the sunrise on Greater Himalayan peaks and
then trace your steps back to Nature Camp Resort. After lunch, drive to Chilla for a wildlife safari. Arrive Chilla, briefing on jungle discipline, animal behavior & low impact eco-friendly policies. Drive back to Nature Camp Resort for dinner and overnight.

Early morning Advanced Yoga Class with a question and answer session to help assess personality change during the course. By noon we continue on to Hardwar.

Transfer to the airport for return flight home Arriving USA the same day.

At the end of Yoga Classes at Shivpuri and before returning to Delhi, you can take 3 day extension tour at the Himalayan Institute for Stress Management. Dehradun is a short drive from Rishikesh. The program includes: