| “Yoga” and “Meditation” have become the most popular sciences for curing Physical, Mental and Emotional Illness and also for achieving Spiritual Strength. There are many misconceptions about what actually Yoga is. Some say that it is some form of Gymnastics; some treat it as physical exercise while others feel that it is a display of various difficult postures. In the right sense of the term “Yoga” actually means ‘union’ or ‘contact’. It has been derived from the Sanskrit word “Yuj” which means to unite or Join. The process by which the Individual Self unites with the Supreme Self is known as Yoga. The purpose of Yogic Practices is to destroy the impurities of the mind and acquire physical practices for ultimately attaining self Realizing. “Meditation” means to “Reflect Upon”. This happens when the mind is concentrated on a particular activity or object over an elongated period of time. |
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There are four principle forms of Yoga : |
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Karma Yoga – Uniting with the Supreme Self through “Work”
Gyana Yoga – Uniting with the Supreme Self through “Knowledge”
Bhakti Yoga – Uniting with the Supreme Self through “Devotion”
Raja Yoga – Uniting with the Supreme Self through “Psychic Control”
“Patanjali” was the first Philosopher and Teacher who made “Yoga” a proper scientific discipline. Yoga is being practiced in India since the last 5000 Years.
The “Ashtanga Yoga” of Patanjali consists of Eight Limbs with the help of which, one can attain Realization. |
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The Eight Limbs are : |
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Yama (Restrain)
Niyama (Self Discipline)
Asana (Posture)
Pranayama (Breathing exercises for the Lungs)
Pratyahara (Withdrawal)
Dharana (Concentration)
Dyana (Contemplation)
Samadhi (Transcendence)
Our Team of Experts have added 4 more limbs to the existing “Ashtanga Yoga”. This new form of Yoga known as “Dwadashanga Yoga” consists of Ashtanga Yoga +
Ahaara
Shatkarma
Shankhaprachalan
Hastamudravbandha |
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TOUR PACKAGES ~ ADVENTURE TOURS ~ YOGA / MEDITATION |
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:: A YOGIC CUM ADVENTURE TOUR :: |
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Day1 |
Delhi – Haridwar – Rishikesh : Met upon arrival at Haridwar Railway station to hotel. 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 are.
Muni Ki Reti Mahesh Yogi Ashram
Parmarth Niketan Shankarachrya Nagar
Swarg Ashram Parmarth Niketan
Ved Niketan Yoga Study Center
Shanti Kunj Maa Anand Mai ashram
Arrive and check into one of the Ashram. P. M. is to be spent on briefing of day routine. |
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Day 02 – 04 |
Rishikesh – at Yoga Niketan / Parmarth, Rishikesh ( Ashram) :
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 |
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Day6 |
Shivpuri / Kaudiala : 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 upto Shivpuri. Arrive Byasi briefing on safety, raft maneuvering, team spirit development etc. Today we 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. |
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Day7 |
Shivpuri / Kaudiala : 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 Chila for a wild life safari, Arrive Chila, briefing on jungle discipline, animal behavior & low impact eco friendly outdoors. Drive back to Nature camp resort for Dinner & night halt. |
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Day8 |
Shivpuri – Delhi : Drive to Haridwar station for an overnight train to Delhi. |
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390 USD Per Person For Indian/Foreigner |
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TOUR INCLUDES : – |
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- All transfers from Rly. Stn. to Ashram & back.
- All sight seeing as per the itinerary.
- Non A/C Accommodation on twin sharing basis with all veg. meals as per the itinerary.
- Tour Escort for 06 Days.
- Daily Yoga & Meditation classes at Ashram.
- Train fare from Delhi – Hardwar -Delhi.
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TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDES : – |
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- Any payment done for availing any extra services / food / laundry / Liquor/ Guide and Tip.
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CUM CULTURAL TOUR ::
“YOGA IS THE CALMING OF THE DISTURBANCES OF THE HEART” |
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Day 01 |
Hardwar – Rishidwar (Raiwala 10kms) : Arrival Hardwar further transfer to Aurovilla Ashram at Rishidwar where you shall be residing. Later in the day we have a brief city tour for you unraveling the holy city. Overnight at the Dham. |
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Day 02 |
Aurovally Ashram (Raiwala) : Today we start for you the Yogic Union that offers a wide variety of paths for putting you in touch with your true blissful nature. The schedule starts off with pranayam and meditation classes from 06:30 – 08:00 A.M., lectures from 09:00 – 10:30 A.M. Hatha yoga (elaborating physical postures, breathing techniques and Cleansing practices) from 05:00 – 06:30 P.M. & bhajanas from 08:00 – 09:30 P.M., three vegetarian meals per day are offered. Overnight stay at the Ashram. |
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Day 03 |
Aurovally Ashram (Raiwala) : Today we continue with the same schedule as the one we followed yesterday. Overnight at the Dham. |
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Day 04 |
Aurovally Ashram (Raiwala) :Today we shall take you out for a day visit including Laxman Jhula, Parmarth Niketan, Geeta Mandir, Sadhana Kutir & others. Overnight at the Ashram.
Rishikesh, the ‘place of sages’ is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of ” Hrishikesh ” and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh. Rishikesh is an ideal destination not only for pilgrims but also for those who want to delve deeper into meditation, Yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. |
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Day 05 |
Aurovally Ashram (Raiwala) – Yog Niketan Ashram : (Rishikesh)Today early morning we shall transfer you to Yoga Niketan Dham. The morning yoga asana classes starts from 07:00 – 08:00 A.M. Later on we continue them from 04:00 – 05:30 P.M. & meditation classes from 06:00 – 07:00P.M. The meals here would be simple but wholesome – keeping with the Yogic teachings. Overnight at the Dham. |
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Day 06 |
RISHIKESH : Today after breakfast day free to bind up then after lunch drive back to Hardwar enroute visit the holy Har-ki – pauri (Ganga) later drive to Rly. Stn. to board Shatabdi Express to Delhi. END OF OUR SERVICES. |
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250 USD Per Person For All |
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TOUR INCLUDES : – |
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- All transfers from Rly. Stn. to Ashram & back.
- All sight seeing as per the itinerary.
- Non A/C Accommodation on twin sharing basis with all veg. meals as per the itinerary.
- Tour Escort for 06 Days.
- Daily Yoga & Meditation classes at Ashram.
- Train fare from Delhi – Hardwar -Delhi.
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TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDES : – |
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- Any payment done for availing any extra services / food / laundry / Liquor/ Guide and Tip.
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| THE SERENE HIMALAYAS |
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Day 01 |
Haridwar – RISHIKESH : Arrival Hardwar later drive to Rishikesh. On arrival transfer to Ashram at Rishikesh. Overnight hotel. |
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Day 02 |
RISHIKESH :Today we start for you the Yogic Union that offers a wide variety of paths for putting you in touch with your true blissful nature. The schedule starts off with pranayam and meditation classes from 06:30 – 08:00 A.M., lectures from 09:00 – 10:30 A.M. Hatha yoga (elaborating physical postures, breathing techniques and Cleansing practices) from 05:00 – 06:30 P.M. & bhajanas from 08:00 – 09:30 P.M., three vegetarian meals per day are offered. Overnight stay at the Ashram. |
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Day 03 |
RISHIKESH- GANGOTRI : Today we shall go in for our early morning Yoga classes and later drive you to GANGOTRI via Uttarkashi. The shrine of Gangotri is situated at an elevation of 3048 mts. amidst captivating surroundings. Gangotri is located at a distance of 99 Kms. from Uttarkashi. On arrival, check in into hotel. Overnight stay. |
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Day 04 |
GANGOTRI : Today early morning go in for the yoga classes; later practice what you have learned till date. In the evening explore the surroundings. In the evening visit the holy temple of Ganga. Overnight stay. |
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Day 05 |
GANGOTRI : Today we continue with the same schedule as the one we followed yesterday. Later visit the other places as mentioned below. Overnight at Hotel.
Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.
Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases.
Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank. |
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Day 06 |
GANGOTRI – BHOJBASA : Today morning get ready to begin your trek to BHOJBASA. Check in Camps. Camp fire followed by Dinner. Night halt |
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Day 07 |
BHOJBASA – GAUMUKH : Today practice Yoga in the serene and holy atmosphere of BHOJBASA. After breakfast start trek to Gaumukh. Overnight in Camps.
The Gaumukh glacier is the source of Bhagirathi (Ganga) and is held in high esteem by the devotes who do not miss the opportunity to have a holy dip in the bone chilling icy water. Gaumukh is where the waters of Ganga trickle down from the glaciers. The sages called it ‘Gaumukh’, because in the distant past, it probably appeared like a cow’s mouth; though today, it doesn’t appear so. |
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Day 08 |
GAUMUKH – BHOJBASA : Today trek back to BHOJBASA after Meditation Session. On arrival check in into Camps. |
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Day 09 |
BHOJBASA – GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI : Today after early morning yoga practice trek back to Gangotri later we shall drive you back to Uttarkashi. Overnight hotel.
Uttarkashi is an important pilgrimage centre, equated with Varanasi or Kashi in divinity. It is located in a wide stretch of a valley. Situated at a distance of 145 Kms. from Rishikesh, the last rail head and at an elevation of 1158 mts. on the bank of river Bhagirathi, this picturesque town is also the district headquarter. From the religious point of view as well, it is considered important because the temple of Lord Vishwanath, is located here where a massive iron trident is erected. Description about this temple is given ” Kedar Khand” (Skand-Puran). The other important temples situated here are Ekadash Rudra, Bhairav and Gyaneshwar. The temple of Goddess Kuteti Devi is situated at the top of hill about 1.5 Kms. away. |
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Day 10 |
UTTARKASHI – RISHIKESH : Today after early morning yoga practice drive back to Rishikesh. Rest day at leisure. Overnight in Ashram. |
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Day 11 |
RISHIKESH : The morning yoga asana classes starts from 07:00 – 08:00 A.M. Later on we continue them from 04:00 – 05:30 P.M. & meditation classes from 06:00 – 07:00P.M. The meals here would be simple but wholesome – keeping with the Yogic teachings. Overnight at the Ashram. |
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Day 12 |
RISHIKESH : Today we continue with the same schedule as the one we followed yesterday. Overnight at the Dham. |
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Day 13 |
RISHIKESH – HARDWAR DEPARTURE : Today after breakfast day free to bind up then after lunch drive back to Hardwar enroute visit the holy Har-ki -pauri (Ganga) later drive to Rly. Stn. to board Shatabdi Express to Delhi. END OF OUR SERVICES. |
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480 USD Only Per Person For Indian /Foreigner |
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TOUR INCLUDES : – |
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- All transfers by Non A/C Tata Indica /Ambassador Car from Railway Stationn. to Ashram & back.
- All sight seeing as per the itinerary.
- Non A/C transportation from Rishikesh – Gangotri – Rishikesh.
- Non A/C Accommodation on twin sharing basis with all veg. meals as per the itinerary.
- Tour Escort Services.
- Yoga & Meditation teacher.
- Daily Yoga & Meditation classes at Ashram (Rishikesh).
- Train fare from Delhi – Hardwar -Delhi.
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TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDES : – |
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- Any payment done for availing any extra services / food / laundry / Liquor/ Guide/Porter/Pony and Tip.
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