About the retreat

Sixteen days where yoga began

Rishikesh, cradled in the Himalayan foothills on the banks of the Ganges, is the world capital of yoga — and this journey takes you straight to its heart. You will spend twelve days living and practising at a renowned ashram: morning and evening yoga, guided meditation, pranayama and lectures on yoga philosophy, framed by the river, the forested hills and the unhurried rhythm of ashram life. This is an individual journey, available year-round and designed for one or two travellers — a retreat shaped around you, not a group timetable.

12 days of practice at a renowned ashram Full board at the ashram Individual formula — year-round departures 24/7 English-speaking support (Lotus Tours & Travel) Looked after locally by our licensed partner Abyss Tours
Itinerary

16 days, from arrival to farewell

Day 1

Arrival in Delhi

Airport welcome, transfer to your hotel and time to rest before the journey north.

Day 2

Delhi → Rishikesh

A scenic drive into the Himalayan foothills, check-in at the ashram, your first meditation and a welcome dinner.

Days 3–14

Life at the ashram

Twelve days of daily yoga and meditation practice, pranayama and yoga-philosophy lectures — with time each day for personal practice and for exploring Rishikesh.

Day 15

Rishikesh → Delhi

Farewell to the ashram and the return drive to Delhi, overnight stay.

Day 16

Airport transfer

Transfer to the airport and the journey home — rested, recentred and lighter than you arrived.

The daily rhythm

A day at the ashram

Ashram life follows a gentle, deliberate rhythm — from meditation before dawn to candlelight and Satsang after dinner. Between sessions there is always time for rest, reading and the river.

05:00

Wake-up

The day begins before sunrise, in the stillness of the foothills.

05:15–06:15

Morning meditation

An hour of guided meditation as the ashram slowly wakes.

06:30–08:00

Morning yoga

The main asana practice of the day, led by the ashram’s teachers.

08:15

Breakfast

A nourishing vegetarian breakfast.

10:00–11:00

Yoga-philosophy lecture

The ideas behind the practice — from the Yoga Sutras to everyday life.

12:00

Lunch

The main meal of the day, taken together.

12:45–13:15

Pranayama

Breathing practice to steady body and mind.

15:15–16:00

Q&A session

Open questions and conversation with the teachers.

16:00

Tea

A pause for chai before the evening practice.

16:30–17:45

Evening yoga

A second asana session as the heat of the day softens.

18:15–19:00

Evening meditation

Settling the day’s practice in silence.

19:30

Dinner

A light evening meal.

20:20

Candlelight meditation or Satsang

The day closes with chanting, reflection or meditation by candlelight.

Beyond the mat

Rishikesh — more than yoga

Your afternoons and free time are yours to wander. Rishikesh rewards the curious: watch the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony on the riverbank, cross the famous Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula suspension bridges, and explore the Beatles Ashram, where the band stayed in 1968 and whose walls are now covered in murals. Treat yourself to an Ayurvedic massage, linger in riverside tea houses and lose yourself in the bazaars. For the more adventurous, optional extras include rafting on the Ganges, trekking in the surrounding hills and trips to nearby waterfalls.

Yoga practice in Rishikesh on the banks of the Ganges
Included in the price

What you never have to worry about

Not included: international flights, Indian visa, travel insurance, tips, personal expenses and extra services. Practical notes: your passport should be valid for at least 6 months; an Indian visa is required; bring comfortable clothing for practice.

Price

How much this retreat costs

Price per person
€700 / person
min. 2 travellers, double room
€1,150 / person
single room
Larger groups priced individually

Full itinerary in PDF

Download the detailed offer: the day-by-day programme, the ashram daily schedule, what the price includes and practical information.

Download the itinerary (PDF, in Polish) (5 MB)

Prices are settled in euro. The trip is organised and operated by Abyss Tours, a licensed Indian tour operator, with Lotus Tours & Travel handling promotion and coordination.

Enquire about this retreat

No online payment — we’ll first talk everything through together, with no obligation.

Call us: +48 794 420 417 Request an offer