10 Day Healing Himalayas Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Himachal Pradesh, India

Job us for a full immersion in yoga! Practice poses designed to stretch your body and mind. Expand your lungs through pranayama in the fresh Himalayas air. Meditate in untouched nature while listening to the many pretty birds. Deepen your knowledge of yogic philosophy. Spend time in ancient temples, drink chai with the locals, visit the quaint nearby villages. Enjoy nature at its finest.

This retreat is located in the quaint ancient village of Naggar, situated on the left bank of the river Beas between Kullu and Manali. The peaceful small town is surrounded by the majestic Himalayas mountains and rich forests full of deodar, pine trees, and a large varieties of birds. Many ancient temples such as the one dedicated to Tripura Sundari, Vishnu, Shiva, and Krishna are within walking distance. Naggar is also known for its medieval castle and the International Roerich Museum, surrounded by breathtaking nature.

All charming rooms are spacious, clean, overlooking the captivating Himalayan mountains’ peaks. Each room, with its private bathroom, gives a feel of living in the late 80s Indian village house with all required amenities and comfort such as a kettle, tea, coffee, fresh fruits, and filtered water. Wi-Fi is available 24 hours free of charge.

1 daily 90min Meditation/Pranayama class,

Daily Yogic Philosophy Q&A

Excursions to Ancient Temples

3 Daily yogic/vegetarian meals and afternoon tea

Temple’s arti (ceremony)

Fresh Fruit basket upon arrival

Personal studies at the Alliance’s extensive library

9 nights’ accommodation

21:00 Bonfire

24 hours Wi-Fi

During the retreat, you will be accommodated at the lovely nature-friendly, family-run Alliance guesthouse, located at 1,800 meters above sea level in the heart of Naggar.
The quaint guesthouse is known for its Indo-French touch and its hospitality as well as for its delicious homemade organic meals.
All rooms give a feel of living in the late 80s Indian village house with all required amenities and comfort. Rooms, each with a private bathroom, overlooking the spectacular Himalayas, are private, clean, and cozy.
They are equipped with a kettle, tea, coffee, fresh fruits, and filtered water. WiFi is available 24 hours free of charge.

07:30 90-minute yoga

09:00 Himalayan breakfast

10:30 Excursion

13:00 Yogic Himalayan lunch

15:00 Samadhi / walking meditation

17:00 Afternoon chai

17:30 Pranayama, meditation, yogic philosophy Q&A

20:30 Himalayan yogic dinner

21:00 Bonfire

21:30 Good night

Please note: On excursion days, the schedule will change. You will be informed of such changes the day before.

Explore the quaint town of Naggar and nearby villages

Full day in Manali with lunch

Visit the ancient Krishna temple

Enjoy chai with the locals while overviewing the breathtaking Himalayas from the top of the forest

Practice the calming technique of walking meditation at the Roerich Art Gallery

Offer flowers to the goddess Tripuri Sundari at the magnificent old mandir

Explore the characteristic Shiva and Vishnu temples that will certainly leave an imprint in your heart

Enjoy a variety of nutritious organic Western or Indian foods lovingly prepared in the Alliance’s guesthouse kitchen.

Breakfast options :  Choice of oats, cornflakes, banana pancake, grilled cheese sandwich, parantha with curd, omelettes, fresh fruits, toast with local jams and honey

Lunch options: Choice of mixed vegetable salad with French dressing, pommes de terre sautéed, tomatoes à la Provençale and cheese chapati, cauliflower Manchurian, vegetable fried rice, Shahi paneer, dal makhani

Dinner options: Tomato or mushroom soup, cauliflower gratin, spaghetti with tomato/white sauce garlic bread, vanilla custard.

2 daily yoga / pranayama / meditation

1 daily yogic philosophy class and Q&A

3 daily Himalayan meals

9 nights accommodation

Welcome basket of seasonal fresh fruits

24-hour Wi-Fi

Excursions

Pick up at the airport

Please Note : Offerings to temples and tipping are not included.

Please reach us by arriving at Kullu airport (Bhuntar). Our driver will pick you up -free of charge- and take you to guesthouse. We will be waiting for you there.
Alternatively, book your flight to Chandigarh airport. Chandigarh is about 295 Km from Naggar and it takes approximately 7/8 hours to reach us. Pick-up and drop-off at Chandigarh airport is available upon request and at a separate charge.

Cost : $1,058

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