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Yoga & Meditations in India
Yoga and Meditation
Tour in India -
(14 Nights/ 15 Days)
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Tour Programme : Delhi
– Haridwar – Rishikesh – Shivpuri – Delhi – Jaipur – Agra –
Delhi |
Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi, the capital city of India. After completing
formalities with customs and immigration, you will be
received by our representative with Traditional Indian
Welcome (with garlands).
Delhi is the capital of India since old times. Delhi's
history dates back to the first millenium BC, when it was
known as Indraprastha. The Tomar Rajputs built Lal Kot, the
core of the first of Delhi's seven cities. It is the
epicenter of the nation's politics, economy and culture.
History is alive and throbbing in Delhi, the capital of
India.
Afterwards transfer to your hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 02 In Delhi.
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing trip of Delhi
City which would include the visit to Old Delhi and New
Delhi
Old Delhi : An ancient walled city. Here you would see the
Red Fort, the most opulent Fort and Palace of the Mughal
Empire, Rajghat the Samadhi of our Father of Nation, Jama
Masjid the largest mosque in India and Chandni Chowk the
bustling and colourful market of the old city.
New Delhi : The city designed and built by the British in
the 1920’s- a city of wide boulevards impressive Government
Buildings, green parks and gardens. First you will visit the
two monuments from the Delhi’s past Humayun’s Tomb and Qutab
Minar. Then your drive takes you along the ceremonial
avenue, Rajpath, past the Imposing India Gate and Parliament
House.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the Hotel
for Overnight.
Day 03 Delhi – Haridwar ( Train ) Haridwar - Rishikesh By
Road
( Approx 30 Kms / 01 Hour )
Early morning transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board
the Shatabdi Express for Haridwar. Upon arrival in Haridwar
you are received at the railway station and assisted in your
drive to Rishikesh.
Afternoon city tour followed by grand viewing of Ashrams,
some of which are
internationally recognized as centre of Philosophical
studies, Yoga and Meditation. An international yoga week is
being organized here every year by U.P. Tourism between 02nd
and 07th February. A few of the ashrams in and around
Rishikesh.
On arrival check in to one of the Ashram.
After check in you attend the briefing in the Ashram.
Overnight will be in Rishikesh.
Day 04 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 05 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 06 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 07 In Rishikesh
A Typical day At Ashram
05.30 A.M. to 06.30 A.M. Meditation classes
07.00 A.M. to 08.00 A.M. Yoga class
08.15 A.M. Breakfast
12.00 Noon. Lunch
15.00 A.M. to 15.45 A.M. Lecture
16.00 P.M. Tea
16.30 P.M. to 19.00 P.M. Yoga & Meditation Classes
19.30 P.M. Dinner
Overnight in the Ashram in Rishikesh.
Day 08 Rishikesh - Shivpuri By Road ( Approx 25 Kms / 30
Minutes )
After breakfast , this morning drive to Shivpuri, arrive &
check in Nature camp resort. After a welcome drink &
acclimatization briefing about the whole schedule. Late
afternoon jungle walk in the reserve forest around the
Nature Camp Resort. Campfire followed by dinner & overnight
stay.
Overnight will be in Shivpuri.
Day 09 In Shivpuri
Early morning wake up for a Yoga class followed by
relaxation of body & mind. After yogic breakfast drive to
Byasi / Kaudiyala to start the rafting up to Shivpuri.
Arrive Byasi briefing on safety, raft manoeuvring, team
spirit development etc. Today exercise teamwork and hit the
most exciting rapids on Ganges. Lunch at nature camp resort.
Free time for own activities. Evening meditation and
relaxation followed by campfire & dinner at camp
Day 10 In Shivpuri
Early morning wake up for one and half hour drive to
Hindolakhal, arrive and start trek to Kunjapuri. The one
hour trek goes through thick forest till we reach the top
i.e Kunjapuri. After exploring the area for some time join
the class for Asanas, relaxation & meditation. Witness the
sunrise on Greater Himalayan peaks and afterwards trace your
steps back to Nature camp resort. Free time for own
activities. After lunch drive to Chilla for a wildlife
Safari. Arrive Chilla, briefing on jungle discipline, animal
behaviour & low impact eco friendly outdoors. Drive back to
Nature camp resort for Dinner & night halt.
Day 11 Shivpuri – Haridwar By Road ( Approx 30 Kms / 45
Minutes)
Haridwar – Delhi ( Train )
Early morning advance yoga class with question answer
session helping in assessment of change in personality
during the course. After breakfast raft down from the
Shivpuri to Rishikesh assessing leadership qualities, team
spirit and training for rescue. Lunch at Brahampuri.
In the evening assisted in the transfer to the station to
connect train for Delhi.
On arrival you are received and met at the station and
assisted in your transfer to the Hotel.
Overnight will be in Delhi.
Day 12 Delhi – Jaipur By Road ( Approx 265 Kms /06 Hours )
After breakfast at the Hotel this morning drive to Jaipur
know as the Pink City
Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, also known as 'Pink City' is
surrounded by an ancient 20ft high wall and eight gates.
Situated at a distance of 280 km away from Delhi, today,
Jaipur is the personification of the old order influence the
new. An inherent interest for colour and design penetrated
over stratum of society, and jewelry, crafts and
architecture became objects of fascination equally between
prince and peasant. Jaipur is also the main tourist hub of
Rajasthan tourist circuit. From here you can reach out to
places like Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Pushkar,
and many more such destinations from Jaipur. Jaipur is also
the third corner of the famed Golden Triangle tourist
circuit of India along with Delhi and Agra.
Rest of the day free for own activities /leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 13 In Jaipur
After breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of Amer
Fort and Jaipur City.
Amer Fort : 11 Kms from Jaipur- A marvelous example of
Rajput architecture with its terraces and reflected in Matao
lake below. The magnificent old Citadel, a labyrinth of
massive walls and towers, shrouds an exquisite marble
palace, pillared and carved glimmering with a million tiny
mirrors, which creates tanatalising reflection effect. The
ascent to the fort is on a gaily caparisoned elephants.
Afternoon sightseeing of Jaipur City visit the
City Palace Museum : An imposing blend of traditional
Rajasthani and Mughal Art. The museum is resplendent with
its collection of robes of royal princess, carpets an
armoury of old weapons , miniature paintings portraying
court scenes , battle scenes and processions.
Janatar Mantar : (Observartory): Jantar Mantar, built
between 1728 and 1734, literally means the ‘instruments for
measuring the harmony of the heavens’. Jai Singh, the brain
behind the grand project, chose stone with marble facing.
This was the biggest of all his observatories and the only
one built of stone. He used it daily, often with his
astronomy gurus Pandit Jagannath and Kewal Ram. In all there
are 17 instruments in the Jantar Mantar complex. The
function of each instrument is rather complex but serves a
particular function where time plays the main theme.
Hawa Mahal : (Palace of Winds) : A five storeyed wonder with
a spectacular pyra midal façade and overhanging windows with
latticed screens, domes and spires.
After completing the sightseeing return back to the hotel
for overnight.
Day 14 Jaipur- Agra By Road ( Approx 255 Kms /06 Hours )
After breakfast drive to Agra enroute visit Fathepur Sikri
Fatehpur Sikri: A fascinating ghost town lies little beyond
Agra the deserted Red sandstone city that was built by
Emperor Akbar as his capital. It was a veritable fairy tale
city and its ruins are still in a pristine condition. It is
not hard to imagine what the court life would have been like
in the days of its grandeur. Set like a jewel in a court
yard of pink sandstone is the marble tomb of Saint Salim
Chisti, enclosed by delicately carved marble screens.
Afterwards you continue your drive to Agra. On arrival in
Agra you check in to your hotel
Agra is the one of the prominent destinations of the World
Tourism map with three heritage monuments - The Taj Mahal,
Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri. It is more just a dacadent city
of graveyards and stones, but it is a vibrant centre of
Culture, Art and Religious philosphies that have enriched
mankind and shaped humen thought over centuries.
Rest of the evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 Agra - Delhi ( Approx 210 Kms/04 Hours)
After Breakfast you embark on your sightseeing tour of the
Agra city including Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
Taj Mahal : The 17th Century master piece named Taj Mahal
,which of course is the most splendid of all the buildings –
perhaps the most perfect architectural monument of the
world. It was built in the memory of the beloved wife Mumtaz
Mahal by one of greatest king of Mughal Empire Shah Jehan.
Agra Fort: Built primarily as a military establishment by
Emperor Akbar in 1565,the redstone Agra Fort, was partially
converted in to a palace during the tenure of Emperor Shah
Jehan. Though the principal structure was built by Akbar,
many more additions were made by his grandsons. This massive
fort is 2.5 Kms long and is considered the predecessor of
the Red Fort of New Delhi.
Later you drive back to Delhi, on arrival transfer to the
International airport to connect your flight back home.
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