INDIA 2026

The Roots of Yoga

March 4-16

"The Journey of a Lifetime!"

Our journey begins in the metropolis of NEW DELHI. Here we will visit the Ramakrishna Monastery, the busy market of Paharganj, and share our first meal together. Most importantly, we will connect with our yoga and meditation practices to support the mind, body and spirit to come into a state of wholeness and prepare for our journey.

From Delhi, we travel to the Himalayas, where we stay nestled in the village of MCLEODGANJ This is the home of "the 8th Natural Wonder," his Holiness the Dalai Lama, and is known for its spectacular beauty, profound and peaceful spiritual energy - and Tibetan, Chinese, Indian and European influenced cuisine! We learn and practice Vipassana and Metta Bhavana while in Mcleodganj.

From Dharamsala, we travel to AMRITSAR. where we visit The Golden Temple, also known as The Abode of God. We also have the opportunity to sample the unique cuisine in this Punjabi region.

Onward we go to VARANASI, an ancient city that has seen the world turn, tides change and generations live and die. Varanasi or Kashi, which is over 5,000 years old, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Millions of pilgrims from all over the world travel to this holy city, as it is one of the holiest and most seven sacred cities in Hinduism. The spiritual capital of India, magnificent Varanasi radiates endless energy.
In Hinduism, it is believed that those who die and are cremated here receive moksha; liberation from the wheel of karma. Not only does the city attract countless pilgrims, it's a place where many choose to spend their last days.
Varanasi is the abode of Lord Shiva himself. Situated on the banks of the River Ganges, the river herself is a Goddess with the power to wash away all of one's sins. As pundits here will tell you, whatever is sacrificed and chanted here, or given in charity reaps its fruits a thousand times over.

From Kashi, we visit the pastoral town of SARNATH where the Buddha gave the first teaching of the Dharma.

Our final stop is BODH GAYA, the place where Lord Buddha became fully enlightened. Here, we have the opportunity to sit under the ancient bodhi tree in meditation together, at the exact location where Buddha found liberation. Bodh Gaya contains other Buddhist temples and sites, such as the Giant Buddha statue. Thousands of monks and pilgrims are here day and night and the vibration is palpable.

We complete our 12-day tour with our closing circle and a final evening meal together in Bodh Gaya. From there, continue onward in your travels or return home to share the gifts of your journey.