Yoga Pilgrimage through North India

overview

21-Day Yoga Tour to India’s Holiest Places

Together with one of our experienced yoga instructors and an India tour guide, you can explore the traditional Indian reasons why you should live and practice yoga at some of northern India’s most important pilgrimage sites. Take a dip in the sacred Ganga River in Rishikesh, take part in an Arti fire ceremony in Varanasi, live in Ashrams in Rajasthan and Rishikesh, listen to the enchanting chants of the Sikhs in the Golden Temple, meditate with Buddhist monks and be part of a sacred ceremony in Pushkar.An all places you will either attend yoga and meditation classes there. , or you will have lessons with your accompanying yoga teacher in beautiful places.

This trip takes place twice a year in March and September and is accompanied by Sarah or Noor.

Program

Day 1 – Arrival in Delhi

After your arrival in Delhi, you will be met at the airport and taken to your hotel. Depending on the time of arrival, there is time to arrive, relax and leave the long distances behind. Delhi with its complexity, smells and sounds is the powerful prelude to this journey.

Overnight stay: Hotel Godwin, Delhi
Catering: –

Day 2 – Old Delhi & Jama Masjid

Today you can immerse yourself in the heart of Old Delhi. You will visit the Jama Masjid, one of the largest and most important mosques in India. As you walk through the narrow streets of Old Delhi, you will experience the vibrant life, markets, spices and everyday chaos as a conscious practice of presence and mindfulness.

Overnight stay: Hotel Godwin, Delhi
Catering: Breakfast

Day 3 – Train journey to Rishikesh

In the morning you say goodbye to Delhi and travel by train towards Rishikesh – to the holy Ganges and the “yoga capital” of India. After your arrival, you will move into your ashram and be introduced to the daily routine. The peaceful surroundings, yoga and meditation allow you to slowly immerse yourself in the rhythm of pilgrimage.

Overnight stay: Ashram in Rishikesh
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 4 – Rishikesh

The day starts early with meditation and yoga. Rishikesh is a place of spiritual power where yoga is not just a practice, but a way of life. In addition to asana practice and meditation, there is time for walks along the Ganges, visits to temples or simply being.

Overnight stay: Ashram in Rishikesh
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 5 – Rishikesh

Another day in the ashram deepens your experience. Rituals, yoga practice and quiet moments alternate. Optionally, you can take part in Ganga ceremonies or retreat to reflect on what you have experienced.

Overnight stay: Ashram in Rishikesh
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 6 – Rishikesh & overnight train to Amritsar

The morning is still dedicated to ashram practice. In the evening you board the train to Amritsar. The train journey is part of the experience – encounters, listening, letting go.

Overnight stay: Country Inn Hall
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch

Day 7 – Amritsar & Golden Temple

Today you can visit the Golden Temple, the spiritual center of the Sikh religion. You will experience the atmosphere of this unique place and – if possible – have an insight into the communal karma yoga in the temple kitchen, where thousands of people are fed free of charge every day.

Overnight stay: Country Inn Hall, Amritsar
Catering: Breakfast

Day 8 – Drive to McLeod Ganj

You travel on towards the Himalayas to McLeod Ganj, the exile center of the Dalai Lama. The journey takes you through mountain landscapes and ends in a completely different, quieter world.

Overnight stay: Ram Yoga House, McLeod Ganj
Catering: Breakfast

Day 9 – McLeod Ganj

Yoga, meditation and Buddhist influences characterize this day. You visit temples, monasteries or enjoy walks in the countryside. The connection between yoga and Buddhism is particularly noticeable here.

Overnight stay: Ram Yoga House, McLeod Ganj
Catering: –

Day 10 – McLeod Ganj

Another day of in-depth study. Time for practice, exchange, silence and personal reflection. McLeod Ganj invites you to question and expand your own spiritual understanding.

Overnight stay: Ram Yoga House, McLeod Ganj
Catering: –

Day 11 – Flight to Varanasi

Today you travel by flight to one of the oldest permanently inhabited cities in the world: Varanasi. On arrival, you move into your inn not far from the corridor.

Overnight stay: Ganpati Guest House, Varanasi
Catering: –

Day 12 – Varanasi & Ganges

In the early morning, you will experience the rituals of the city on a boat trip on the Ganges. Life, death and spirituality are closely intertwined here. Temple visits, discussions and observations characterize this intensive day.

Overnight stay: Ganpati Guest House, Varanasi
Catering: –

Day 13 – Varanasi & train ride to Agra

In the morning there is time for further exploration. In the afternoon, you will travel on by train to Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal.

Overnight stay: Coral Tree Homestay, Agra
Catering: –

Day 14 – Taj Mahal & train to Pushkar

Early in the morning you visit the Taj Mahal – a symbol of love, devotion and transience. Then continue by train to Pushkar.

Overnight stay: Heli Pushkar
Catering: Breakfast

Day 15 – Pushkar

Pushkar is one of the holiest places in India. You visit the Brahma temple, take part in a sacred ceremony by the lake and enjoy the peaceful, spiritual atmosphere of this small desert town.

Overnight stay: Heli Pushkar
Catering: Breakfast

Day 16 – Transfer to Shri Jasnath Ashram

Today you reach the Shri Jasnath Ashram. You will be introduced to everyday life in the ashram, which is characterized by yoga, meditation, prayer and community.

Overnight stay: Shri Jasnath Ashram
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 17 – Ashram everyday life

A whole day in the rhythm of the ashram: early practice, meditation, karma yoga and silence. Simple living as a spiritual teaching.

Overnight stay: Shri Jasnath Ashram
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 18 – Ashram everyday life

Deepening the ashram experience. Time for retreat, conversation and integration of previous travel experiences.

Overnight stay: Shri Jasnath Ashram
Catering: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Day 19 – Drive to Jodhpur & cooking class

You leave the ashram and travel to Jodhpur. A cooking course awaits you there, where you can experience vegetarian Indian cuisine at first hand.

Overnight stay: KP Heritage, Jodhpur
Catering: Breakfast / – / Dinner

Day 20 – Jodhpur & flight to Delhi

In the morning, you will explore Jodhpur with its old town and the Mehrangarh Fort. Then flight back to Delhi.

Overnight stay: Hotel Godwin, Delhi
Catering: Breakfast

Day 21 – Departure

Transfer to the airport and journey home – with many impressions, encounters and inner experiences in your luggage.

Catering: –

Included services

20 nights in a double room
Meals as mentioned (F=breakfast, M=lunch, A=dinner)
Travel companion and yoga teacher
Daily yoga and meditation classes
all activities and entrance fees for group activities
all transportation (2 x domestic flights, 4 x train, minibus and cabs for all transfers)

~~International flight~~
~~Visa~~
~~unmentioned meals~~
~~additional activities~~
~~additional fee for flights for baggage over 15 kg~~

Highlights

Prices and dates

08.03.2026-28.03.2026

20.09.2026-10.10.2026

Fixed dates

2600 € per person (4-16 participants) Single room supplement 450 €

The tour is also possible as a private trip on your own dates. Please contact us.

Travel info

requirements

A lot of curiosity and flexibility is required. The yoga classes are suitable for all levels.

additional Information

Yoga lessons and travel companion

Whenever possible, we will offer 1-2 yoga classes a day with asana, pranayama, relaxation and meditation practice. Either we take part in the yoga classes in the ashrams or schools themselves, or your accompanying yoga teacher will teach the classes.

The trip is accompanied by Sarah or Noor.

Accommodation

The accommodations are a mix of beautiful, clean and friendly hotels, ashrams and inns.

List ( Or similar)

Delhi: Grand Godwin
Amritsar: Country Inn Hall
Mcleod Ganj: Ram Yoga House
Rishikesh: Anand Prakash Ashram or Vedas Tapovan Hotel (adjacent to the Ashram)
Varanasi: Ganapati Guest House
Agra: Coral Tree Homestay
Pushkar: Heli Pushkar
Rajasthan: Shri Jasnath Ashram
Jodhpur: KP Heritag