Overview

Why India?  Because India is The Great Teacher! Through observation and immersion into the fabric of daily life, we witness deep traditions and awaken to the external inequities that drive us to question our choices and way of life. A trip to India is not just a vacation, but a journey the can show us a glimpse of the true meaning of life.

Join me for this 14-day immersion as we delight in the complex sensory experiences of textures, sounds, various cuisine, fine fabrics, healing massage, asana, prayer, breath work and meditation that only India can provide.

My own initial journey was so transformational that I have made it my mission to continue to return again and again. Each journey strips away another layer of excess and expectation and brings me closer to humility and wonder.  We will get lost in the thousands of years of history and immerse ourselves in the ancient and traditional teachings of yoga that continue to have resounding impacts on my life and the world today.

Traveling to India allowed me to experience first hand that asana (postures) is not the only context for alignment. As I realized there was a deep misalignment in my understanding of the concepts, theories and true meaning of yoga, visiting the birthplace of the teachings, restraints, and disciplines, I came to understand the observances and positive duties of this practice support my full spiritual existence.

For the first time in my life, I was truly able to breathe in the ancient wisdom to awaken to the light of growth and transformation.  Having the opportunity to set myself up for deep concentration and withdrawing completely from the noise of the environment, I was finally able to transcend the distractions of the physical and fully immerse in my deep inner wisdom. My life was forever altered from that first visit to India.

We will travel to regions that have supported my connection to the the deep roots of this practice visiting temples and participating in sacred pujas (ceremonies), honoring devotional homage, reverence, adoration and celebration of these ancient traditions. It is my desire to share this culture, its joys, hardships, and wonders to all those seeking to crack open the armor that surrounds our hearts. Those that long for growth and transformation inherent in the nourishing therapies that Ayurveda, Yoga, and Jyotish offer will relish in the spiritual development that comes with vulnerability and openness.

Travel

We will be Arriving in New Delhi and immediately taking a domestic flight to Jaipur where we will spend 4 days luxuriating in a beautiful palace/hotel.  It is a destination in itself.  At the end of our journey we fly out of the southern state of Kerala, so you can book a multi-leg trip and fly home from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) OR you can book a flight to return to New Delhi, and book a round trip flight.  If you intend to stay on and continue your adventure and further explore this vast continent you may choose this option.  In my experience it has served me well to book the multi-leg trip and fly into New Delhi and return home to the US from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) in the state of Kerala.

We recommend arriving no later than noon on the 10th so that we can make our afternoon flight to Jaipur from New Delhi(if you need to land in the evening or wee hours of Nov 9th, that is feasible). If you have the time maybe fly in one day early so you have the opportunity to settle (this will be at your expense and desire, it is not require to arrive early to get full enjoyment). We will have 4 full days to rest and relax from the long flight in Jaipur.

Our journey will end the morning of November 25th, in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum).  We will be escorted to the airport by our travel guides and we will have an opportunity for hugs and farewells until next time.

Options for Travel 

If 15 days of travel are not possible for you this time, we are happy to provide you with options.  If you would like to journey with us for part of the tour and are not able to make the full 15 days work, let me know and we can accommodate either by joining the first leg or the second Ayurvedic leg. Contact Victoria for further discussion if the entire tour is not feasible.

Itinerary: TBD

In each location, we’ll explore local temples, participate in pujas (ceremonies) and begin to touch the wisdom still living in the birth place of these ancient traditions. Along the way there is time for experiencing local cuisine, visiting local shops, and seeing the country.

IS INCLUDED:

• All lodging from November 1-15

• Breakfast is included on all hotel travel days from November TBD

• All meals included in Ayurvedic Resort days TBD

• All domestic (India) flights

• All ground transportation, including all transport services using Air Conditioned Deluxe bus for our destination.  Any personal excursions will be at your expense. 

• All temple entrance fees

• Monument entrance fees

• Elephant joyride in Jaipur (subject to availability)

• Snacks and bottled water on the bus

NOT INCLUDED:

• Flights to and from India! 

• Any travel, excursion, playtime outside of our group experiences (trips to jewelry stores, shopping venues)

• Purchase of Sari/dhoti for temples (required, unless you already have traditional dress)

• Any lunches or dinners on tour from November TBD

• Incidentals (such as, all delightful shopping for pleasure along the way! Extra snacks/chai, spices, minibar, room service, jewelry, souvenirs etc.)

• Tips for our tour guides or gratuity for hotel/resort staff

• Small change for bathrooms and temple offerings

• e-Visa/passport costs (prices vary)