Day 01: DELHI
Arrive at New Delhi. Arrival assistance at the airport. Drive to Hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 02: DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning tour of Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat - the cremation sites of Mahatma Gandhi and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, India Gate (War Memorial Arch ), President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat Buildings & Connaught Place shopping center. Lunch at city restaurant afternoon visit Lotus temple and some shopping in the evening. Overnight stay.

Day 03: DELHI – HARIDWAR-RISHIKESH
Early morning check-out from the hotel. In time transfer to the hotel to board Haridwar bound Shatabdi express train breakfast on board. On arrival at Haridwar, transfer to Rishikesh.

Day 03 - Day 10: INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL Upon arrival, registration of the participants, allotment of the rooms etc. Participants will have to follow the rules and regulation set by the Ashram which is a Spiritual place and maintain the dignity of the place and also participate in the events taking place during the week with an open mind with out any prejudice and preconceived ideas, to get the most out of it. Simple vegetarian meals will be provided to the participants from the Ashram

1. INSPIRING LECTURES by revered saints

H.H. Sri Shankaracharya Swami Divyanand Teerthji H.H. Swami Gurusharanandji H.H. Swami Veda Bharatiji H.H. Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji

2. KUNDALINI YOGA 3. HATHA YOGA KUNDALINI YOGA taught by world famous Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa of Golden Bridge Yoga, Hollywood, California, USA . Gurmukh is one of the world's most renowned Kundalini Yoga teachers and is one of the highlights of every year's Festival. HATHA YOGA taught by Karin O'Bannon, certified Senior Intermediate Level 3 Iyengar Yoga Instructor (one of the highest levels) and the newest, divine addition to the Parmarth Yoga Centre. Previously the Senior Teacher of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of Los Angeles, Karin is residing full time at Parmarth, and offers daily Iyengar yoga classes as well as special courses and workshops.

4. POWER YOGA AND PRANAYAMA by Yogic Expert Brahmachari Vishwapal Jayanti

5. YOGA NIDRA AND VEDIC CHANTING with Sadhvi Abha Saraswati

6. REIKI COURSES AND TREATMENT by Reiki Master Rohini Khatri

7. MEDITATION with Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati

8. LECTURES ON JUDAISM AND YOGA with Rabbi Burt Siegel

9. LECTURES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MIND, BODY, HEALTH AND MEDITATION by renowned doctors from the Himalayan Institute

10. Evening divine GANGA AARTI. Set to devotional music, this special light ceremony in the evening, called 'Aarti' is sure to stir your soul and touch your heart regardless, of your religious or cultural background

Day 10-12: RISHIKESH-NARENDRA NAGAR (ANANDA SPA) Located close to the holy town of Rishikesh in the precincts of the Palace Estate of the Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal in the small town of Narendra Nagar. Ananda Spa is an unique experience, which is better be experienced, however just few facts about the place is as follows: 75 deluxe rooms and suites with private balcony, offers magnificent view overlooking the Ganges River and valley of Rishikesh or the Maharaja's Palace. The suites have their own private garden. The Viceregal Suite, located in the Palace has a wrap around terrace and private a Jacuzzi. Spa.... 21,000 Sq. feet area : Ananda offers a unique blend of therapeutic treatments based on traditional Indian practices of ayurveda, yoga and meditation. The spa also offers the latest European and Thai treatments to purify the body and soothe the senses Facilities : 20 treatment rooms 4 relaxation rooms 4 consultation rooms Separate beauty treatment salon Kama Suite for a couple with jacuzzi, sauna and massage Men's & Women's complete Hydrotherapy facilities: steam, sauna, jacuzzi, Kneipe foot bath, cold plunge, showers, locker and changing rooms Outdoor heated lap pool and jacuzzi Gym: 16-station life fitness gym with cardio, strength training and aerobics facility Spa Boutique Showcases a fine collection of silk, wide variety of music, books, Ananda wear, art objects, herbal teas and other organic food, skincare and cosmetic line and many other items to assist in taking back Ananda memories. Day 12: NARENDRA NAGAR-HARIDWAR-DELHI Breakfast at the Spa, day at leisure, in time transfer to the railway station to board train for Delhi. Dinner on board. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay. Day 13: DELHI-AGRA Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Agra. Afternoon tour of Agra. Visit the famous Taj Mahal built by Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Overnight Agra. Day 14: AGRA-DELHI Breakfast at the hotel. Drive back to Delhi. Afternoon free to do some last minute shopping. Late evening, farewell-dinner at an Indian restaurant with live music and dance. In time transfer to airport to board flight for onward journey.

Hotels Used (or similar):

Cost

+ 10 % Service Taxes

Cost includes:

• Accommodation on double occupancy basis with breakfast.
• Accommodation at Parmarth Niketan Ashram with all meals (veg.).
• Donation for the international Yoga festival of 350 U.S Dollars per person
• All transfers, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary.
• Train tickets for Delhi -Haridwar - Delhi in air-conditioned coach.
• Treatments:
  • One Full body Ayurvedic massage.
  • One facial treatment. (Two hour every day) at Ananda Spa
• Excursion to Agra and back in air-conditioned coach.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Services of English speaking guide/escort through out the tour.
• All present applicable state taxes.

Cost does not include:

• Any item not specifically mentioned above.
• Any expense of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls etc.
• 10%service tax as per the govt. of India rule.

Kindly note that the program at the international yoga festival is subject to change schedule without prior notice. The participants are advised to approach the whole program with the spirit of openness.

For all types of inquiries please contact us at: info@ayurveda-yoga.org

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