8 Day Yoga and Spiritual Awakening Retreat in Rishikesh, India
Yoga Retreats in Rishikesh
Rishiganga Yogshala invites you to join this blissful journey of yoga in the holy land of Rishi's in Rishikesh, India. This is a majestic experience of yoga and meditation in the presence of Maa Ganga.
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Highlights
- Yoga classes daily
- Asana (Practice class)
- Pranayama and meditation sessions
- Rishikesh excursions
- Sound healing
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily yogic meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
Jolly Grant Airport (US$ 20 per person)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (US$ 70 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Smoke-free property
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Medical assistance
Rishiganga Yogshala provides super comfortable and cozy accommodations to all their guests. All rooms have attached bathrooms with hot water and have a common sitting area around where you can sit and relax with amazing views of the mountains.
Program
This retreat is focused on delivering an authentic experience of world-class yoga, asanas, pranayama, and mindfulness meditation. It is a perfect combination of yoga, meditation, and exploring the spiritual sites of Rishikesh. You are cordially invited to join this blissful journey of yoga in the holy land of Rishis in Rishikesh, India.
- Authentic yoga sessions
- Calming meditation sessions
- Sound healing
Meditation
Cleaning the mind is as important as cleansing the body. Meditation is the perfect practice for better mental health.
Pranayama
Pranayama is an important part of Hatha yoga as it improves the breathing pattern and oxygen levels of the body.
Daily schedule
Day 1: Arrival and introduction
- 12:00 Arrival (check In) time
- 13:00 to 13:30 Retreat overview
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 to 18:30 Pranayama and meditation
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 2: Yoga and Waterfall
- 07:00 to 08:15 Traditional Hatha yoga
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 to 13:30 Excursion (waterfall)
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 to 18:30 Pranayama and meditation
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 3: Yoga and Temple
- 07:00 to 08:15 Traditional Hatha yoga
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 to 13:30 Excursion at Bhootnath (Shiva temple)
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 to 18:30 Pranayama and meditation
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 4: Yoga and Shopping
- 07:00 to 08:15 Traditional Hatha yoga
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 to 13:30 Shopping time
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 to 18:30 Pranayama and meditation
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 5 : Sunrise and Sound Healing
- Early morning sunrise time
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 to 18:00 Sound healing
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 6 : Yoga and Massage
- 07:00 to 08:15 Traditional Hatha yoga
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 12:00 to 13:00 Full body ayurvedic massage
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 17:00 to 18:30 Pranayama and meditation
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 7 : Yoga and Ganga arti
- 07:00 to 08:15 Traditional Hatha yoga
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 12:00 to 13:30 Pranayama and meditation
- 13:30 to 14:00 Lunch
- 16:00 to 19:00 Excursion (Ganga arti)
- 19:00 to 20:15 Dinner
Day 8 : Farewell and Conclusion
- 07:00 to 08:15 Traditional Hatha yoga
- 09:00 to 10:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 to 10:30 Certification
- 11:00 Retreat finish (check out)
Included excursions
- Day 2: Waterfall
- Day 3: Bhootnath (Shiva temple)
- Day 7: Ganga arti
Instructors
Mohit Kumar
Yogi Mohit started his yoga journey in the year 2009. He is certified by the Yoga Alliance and holds a diploma in yoga and a master's in yoga and science. In the year 2010, he conducted a yoga workshop which motivated him to move to Rishikesh to pursue yoga professionally. Since the year 2016 under the guidance of his guru, Mohit has been providing customized yoga therapies to differently-abled people. He is particularly loved by his students for his sunny disposition and kind nature. He is experienced in the aspects of Hatha yoga, pranayama, meditation, and shatkarma.
Pooja Sharma
Pooja Sharma is an experienced and skilled yoga teacher with a deep passion for yoga. Her friendly and approachable nature makes it easy for her to connect with students and guests. Comfortable in her practice, she creates a warm, welcoming environment that supports both learning and personal growth.
Retreat location
Rishiganga Yogshala is located in a tranquil location next to the holy river Ganga, covered with the beautiful natural scenic beauty of mountains bowing down to river Ganga, in the center of Rishikesh (the world capital of yoga). All the important locations are close to the location of their center.
Distances
- Rishikesh bus station, 7 kilometers - 15 minutes by bus
- Rishikesh railway station, 7 kilometers - 20 minutes by train
- Jolly Grant Airport (DED), 20 kilometers - 45 minutes by taxi
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
You will be served three meals daily included in the price. Rishiganga Yogshala provides vegetarian yogic food which also plays an important role in your yogic practice during your yoga retreat. A healthy, tasty, and sattvic meal is considered the best for your body and so they provide it during the retreat program.
For yogis within the embrace of Rishiganga Yogshala, food transcends mere sustenance. Their adherence to a yogic diet, rooted in ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, reflects their profound recognition of nutrition's impact on mental and physical well-being. This specialized diet harmonizes natural healing, regeneration, and invigorating elements into a culinary symphony.
Carefully curated, the yogic meals offer holistic nourishment for aspiring yogis, enhancing physical flexibility and stamina while fostering mental awareness. Committed to providing nutritious, vegan, and gluten-free offerings, Rishiganga Yogshala ensures that your culinary experience seamlessly aligns with your transformative yogic journey.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Yogic
Things to do (optional)
- Ayurvedic massage
- River rafting
- Spa treatments
What's included
- Authentic yoga sessions
- Calming meditation sessions
- Pranayama (breathing exercise)
- Sound healing
- Visits to Sunrise Temple, Ganga Arti, and waterfall
- 7 nights accommodation in a luxury location with nature
- Daily Sattvic meals
- Wi-Fi
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Extra night stay
- Extra activities
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jolly Grant Airport
15 km
Transfer not provided
Indira Gandhi International Airport
209 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Jolly Grant Airport (DED) or to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Transfers from these airports are available at additional cost.
Arrival by bus
An alternate mode of transportation from Delhi to Rishikesh is the bus. Take a cab from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to the Delhi ISBT bus station. From there, frequent public and private bus services are available to the Rishikesh bus station. The distance between the Rishikesh bus station and the campus is seven kilometers. The journey is about 15 minutes.
Arrival by train
Rishikesh is well-connected to other stations. The distance to the campus from the Rishikesh railway station is seven kilometers. The journey is about 20 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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