Have you ever wanted to marvel at temples, forts and palaces; go shopping for unique gifts; ride elephants; eat and learn how to cook traditional Indian cuisines; experience yoga and tranquillity; and be consumed by all that is Indian? All of this, and more, is possible on yoga retreats in India.
- At Delhi, enjoy the delights of the capital of India. The grandeur of the different empires will leave you spell bound. At Agra, the city that is the epitome of love, soak in the royal romance of an Emperor for his wife. At Jaipur, let the musical beats of the folk music transport you to the era of regal Rajputs of Rajasthan.
- At Rishikesh, learn the skills that help you tackle the complexities caused by a demanding lifestyle. Return to the World, born again.
With our yoga trips to India, you are given the opportunity to do a little sightseeing before your arrival at the yoga and wellness retreat at Rishikesh. This is the perfect way to relax and find balance in your life, as well as to see some of the more famous sights that India has to offer.
Many wellness trips in India allow you to partake in Ayurveda, which sees medicine and diet as complementary (rather than separate) entities. If you are experiencing a particular health problem, Ayurveda will help you to identify activities, conditions, herbs and foods to get healthy again.
Our private guided yoga tours to Rishikesh take you to the Ananda Resort, located in the tranquil foothills of the Himalayas. There are a variety of different rooms to choose from, each offering stunning views of the Palace and valley.
The spa itself has a focus on the traditional Indian practices of yoga and Ayurveda (which is why many people choose luxury tours of India in the first place), as well as a menu of more than 80 body and beauty treatments. Ananda yoga teaches the techniques of the Bihar School (also known as Satyananda).
The food enjoyed on Rishikesh yoga tours is fresh and natural – think whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean proteins and low fat dairy products. On yoga tours in India, you will also learn how to prepare this food at home.
Rishikesh tours also offer guests ample opportunity to experience health and wellness activities, including: a gym, sauna, swimming pool, golf course, cooking classes, Vedanta lectures, treks and nature walks.
Start - New Delhi
Finish - New Delhi
Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Meet our Viktorianz representative and transfer to your hotel in Gurgaon / Delhi. Check-in and spend the evening at leisure.
After breakfast, you will enjoy Delhi sightseeing accompanied by an English speaking guide. On the “must do” list are:
- Red Fort, which was the residence of the Mughal emperors of India for nearly 200 years until 1857.
- Humayun’s Tomb, which is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun and was commissioned by Humayun’s first wife Bega Begum in 1569-70.
- Qutub Minar which is a 73 m high tower of victory, built in 1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- India Gate which is a war memorial commemorating the 70,000 Indian soldiers who lost their lives fighting for the British Army during WWI.
For those who would like to begin their shopping experience the evening is free for shopping. Stay overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, all aboard the coach / car to Agra. Reach Agra and check-in to your hotel. In the evening visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site which was designed and built by the great Mughal ruler, Akbar, in about 1565 A.D.
Meal included: Breakfast.
At sunrise witness the magnificent Taj Mahal at its best. A fine example of the fusion of many architectural styles, Taj Mahal was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (1592 – 1666) in the memory of his beloved third wife, Mumtaz Mahal (1593 – 1631). It has been called “marbled embroidery” for its intricate workmanship.
It took 22,000 workmen 22 years to complete it. According to legend, to prevent the builders from ever replicating the beauty of the Taj Mahal, their hands were cut off.
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Jaipur. On your arrival at Jaipur, check-in at your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.
Meal included: Breakfast.
After breakfast, visit the Amber Fort which was the capital of this state a long time ago and the City
Palace. This includes an Elephant ride up to the fort. Visit Chokhi Dhani for a royal traditional dinner and Rajasthani folk music and dances.
Meal included: Breakfast.
Today after breakfast return to your hotel Gurgaon / Delhi. Reach in the afternoon, freshen up and in the evening enjoy the contemporary Indian musical show at the Kingdom of Dreams. Meal included: Breakfast.
After breakfast, take a flight to Rishikesh to begin your Yoga & Wellness experience at Ananda in Himalayas. Reach in the afternoon and check-in. Spend the evening exploring the resort.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
A day at Ananda recreates the synergy of mind, body and soul through the ageless processes of Ayurveda and Yoga combined with contemporary international therapies to offer you an experience of life, the way it was meant to be lived. An experience that you will savour long after you leave. Here is a sample of daily activities, upon booking we will customise each day.
- Nature Walk / Trek
- Ananda Yoga
- Full Moon Stretches Synergy Yoga
- Golfing Skills
- Gym Activities
- Spa Orientation / Quiet Time
- Fitness Class
- Ananda Sadhana - Guided Meditation
- Ananda Rejuvenation Cuisine Demo / Ayurveda Lecture
- Vedanta - Pathway to Knowledge
- Weekly Cultural Entertainment at the Amphitheatre
During your stay in Rishikesh, a visit to the famous temples in Haridwar (regarded as one of the seven holiest places to Hindus) will be organised to witness the spiritually elevating “Ganga Arti”.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner each day.
After breakfast, return via flight to Gurgaon / Delhi. Check-in at the hotel and in the evening visit Dilli Haat for shopping and Henna application.
Meal included: Breakfast.
Today you will be transferred to the airport as per the timings of your homebound flight. As you fly home reminisce about the past 12 days spent in Incredible India!
Meal included: Breakfast.
- 12 nights’ accommodation in well-appointed hotel rooms, 5 star hotels at all places.
- Daily breakfast and all meals at the Yoga Retreat, Rishikesh (Days 8 – 11).
- Cooking demonstration of an Indian cuisine (Day TBA).
- Henna application on Day 12.
- All transfers and sightseeing by car as per the itinerary.
- All monument fees and camera charges.
- Bollywood show at Kingdom of Dreams.
- English speaking guide at all monuments.
- Elephant ride at Amber fort in Jaipur.
- Individual Wellness Consultation at Yoga retreat, Rishikesh.
- Scheduled Spa Lifestyle and Wellness activities at Rishikesh retreat: Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Vedanta, Fitness, Cooking demonstrations Lectures, Workshops and Excursions.
- All hotel taxes.
- Toll taxes, parking charges, driver’s allowance and fuel charges for the coach.
- Return flights from Delhi / Rishikesh / Delhi.
- Tips, laundry, drinks, meals not specified and phone charges.
- International flights.
- Visa applications.
- 5% GST
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations are valid only when communicated in writing. Any changes due to inevitable weather or flight delays etc, will be charged additional, as those prices are not included in the current quote.
- More than 30 days prior to departure: 25% of the total tour cost.
- 29-15 days prior to departure: 50% of the total tour cost.
- 14-07 days prior to departure: 70% of the total tour cost.
- 06-0 days prior to departure: 100% of total tour cost.
- Please note that there will be no refund either in part or in full for any unused part of the services provided in the package.
- Excellent" I had an Om-azing time staying at Ananda in the Himalayas. From pick up in Delhi, every fine detail was attended to by Viktorianz. I felt very safe during my stay. The staff were all very friendly and extremely accommodating, even the smallest request was given top priority. The food was outstanding - prepared on the spot, nutritious and wonderfully delicious. I would highly recommend this tour by Viktorianz for those who need some timeout to relax in the tranquil surroundings and be pampered each day with an assortment of spa treatments. Thank you Manoj & Sarita for making this a great experience "
- Excellent" Viktorianz were able to provide us with a brilliant holiday.
They combined providing an authentic feel of India, provided by excellent local guides. While catering for all our needs and taking all of the admin stress out of the Holiday.
I would 100% recommend them and will be using them again in future! Thank you for a first great experience of India Viktorianz!! "
