Yoga and Meditation Tour

Upon arrival in Delhi, a meeting and assistance at the airport by representative of Sushant Travels, your guide and a Yoga master, then check-in at the hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, welcome drink and brief on the tour, coordinates. A small rest, departure to the city. The capital of India and the main gateway to the country, Delhi is a modern and noisy metropolis that successfully combines old and modern. Its strategic location was one of the main reasons why dynasties one by one chose this city as the center of power. New Delhi also reflects the legacy that the British left behind. Later, a full day tour of the city. Delhi is divided into two parts - Old Delhi and New Delhi. This charming city has existed since the 6th century BC. and saw the ups and downs from the reign of the Pandavas to British rule. Visit Jama Masjid, which is the largest mosque in India, built at the behest of Emperor Shah Jahan. The courtyard of the mosque can accommodate about 25,000 believers. Take a ride on a rickshaw for Chandni Chowk, a lively market in Old Delhi ... noisy, chaotic and unique Indian. Then you pass by the Red Fort, which was built during the reign of Emperor Shah Jahan and served as a residence for the royal family of the Mughals. It continues to be significant to the present day, as every year on Independence Day, the Prime Minister gives a speech from this fortress wall when the Indian flag rises. Further departure for sightseeing of other attractions in Delhi is the President's House, the Gateway of India and a number of other government buildings built by Edwin Luthen in Delhi, before we head to Rajghat, the Mahatma Gandhi memorial where the site of the cremation of Mahatma Gandhi was celebrated in 1948. Next visit the Humayun Tomb, erected by Hamayun's wife Hamid Banu Begami in 1562. This is the first grave in the garden that was built on the Indian subcontinent, where the Persian architect used red sandstone on a large scale. In the evening a walk to the sight of Qutub Minar is a brick minaret with a height of 72.6 meters, which is a unique monument of medieval Indo-Islamic architecture, and is the highest brick minaret in the world. It was built on the orders of Qutub-ud-din Aibak - the first Muslim ruler of Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.

In the early morning, transfer to the railway station for a timely landing on the train, departing for Amritsar. Breakfast will be served in the train. Upon arrival in Amritsar, transfer and accommodation in pre-booked hotel. In the afternoon, after dinner, you will be expected to tour the Amritsar for half a day. Visiting the "Golden Temple" ... the most exalted of all Sikh sacred places, attracting pilgrims throughout ancient and recent centuries. For the Sikhs, Harmandir Sahib Gurdwara "The Golden Temple" is the last spiritual "vision" at the end or beginning of the journey. The city, which was founded in 1574 Guru Ram Das - the 4th guru of the Sikhs, received its name from the sacred reservoir - Amrit Sarovar (pond with nectar), which surrounds Darbar Sahib, and in the middle of this holy pond stands Harimandir Sahib, who is popular among the people, among devotees, is known as the "Golden Temple". Later, visit Jallianwala Bagh ... a solemn reminder of the shooting of a demonstration of civilians by the British in 1919 and about 2,000 killed and wounded Indians. Jallianwala Bagh keeps a tragic episode in a historical context. To date, you can find a small gallery, a well, in which the crowd jumped to avoid a hail of bullets, and a simple memorial in memory of the martyrs. In the evening return to the hotel. Overnight in Amritsar.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session.After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to Dharamsala. On arrival, check in at the hotel. In the evening free time for rest. Overnight in Dharamsala.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session. After breakfast, visit the Tsuglagkhang complex - the Tibetan Culture Center, which includes the Museum and residence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Later, visit the popular monasteries, the Tibetan Medical Center and the Church of St. John. In addition, you can restore the strength of the session of yoga and meditation available in one of the monasteries of Dharamsala (optional). Overnight in Dharamsala.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session. After breakfast, departure from the hotel and a trip to the historic city of Mandi, famous for its temple buildings (81 temple) with amazing fine stone carvings, it is located on the banks of the Beas River and the sage Mandavya here meditated. It has long been an important shopping center. In the city are also the ruins of old palaces and memorable examples of colonial architecture. The city of Mandi is the gateway to the Kullu valley and serves as the main place for a series of fascinating excursions in the valley. Visit Gurudwara Rewalsar Sahib, Lake Rewalsar with a panoramic place and the Tarna Devi Temple. In the evening arrival in Rewalsar. Check in at the hotel. Overnight in Rewalsar.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session. After breakfast, we head to Manali - which opens the most beautiful landscapes in the areas of Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal, and mountain hikes in Manali, which attract tourists from all countries, all year round as a magnet. In addition to the temples, Manali is popular with visiting tourists for active recreation such as hiking, paragliding, rafting and skiing. After arrival, check in at the hotel and free time for rest. Overnight in Manali.

Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Naggar all day. Visit to the art gallery of Nicholas Roerich - Roerich's house turned into an art gallery and a museum. In the Gallery of the house you will see a large number of rare paintings and other art samples. The paintings reflect here the unsurpassed grandeur, illuminated by the sun, of the Himalayan Mountains, which were explored during the scientific expeditions of the artist in the central regions of Asia, Sikkim, Tibet, Mongolia, China, Lech-Ladakh, Lahaul-Spiti and Kashmir. The Himalayas appear in these pictures as spiritual images of the sublime and convey the message of Roerich about Truth and Eternity. Later, also visiting temples in Naggar - Jagati Pat Temple, Tripura Sundari Temple and Gauri Shankar Temple. In Manali, Hidimba and Vashisht Temples can also be inspected. Return to hotel in Manali for dinner and overnight.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session. Today the day is devoted to a full excursion to Kullu and Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib. Valley Kullu known as the Valley of the Gods, or "inhabited end of the world", in all its charm is located on both sides of the upper reaches of the river Beas. This valley is famous for its beauty and majestic hills, covered with pine and cedar forests, and scattered like sand apple orchards. The Valley of Kullu is sandwiched between Pir Panjal, in the range of the Lower and Great Himalayas. The valley stretches only 80 km in length and 2 km in its widest place, but for visitors a rather extensive scene is opened, both in the play to enjoy the diversity of stunning mountain scenery. In spring Kullu blossoms in the brightest colors with pink buds and white flowers, while the higher slopes glow with the magnificence of rhododendrons. A huge Maidan from the Himalayan cedar and a grassy fringe is called Dhalpur, and is the place of many colorful fairs. The valley serves as the starting point for most tracks. Later visit Manikaran Gurudwara (Sikh temple). In the evening return to Manali. Overnight in Manali.

Without a class of yoga. After breakfast departure from the hotel and departure to Shimla - a place generous by the richness of nature, creates the impression of an ideal picture. A small mountain station framed by high snow-capped Himalayan ranges, encircled by lakes and delightful green pastures, looks as if it came off the brush of an artist. Shimla's uniqueness is that she still retains her colonial charm. On arrival check-in at the hotel and in the evening free time for rest. Overnight in Shimla.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session. Drive to Kufri after breakfast. After breakfast departure to Kufri. This is a popular picnic spot, located 16 km from Shimla. You can walk on foot to Mahasu or, having paid for the mule, ride on the top of the slope. Mahasu is the highest peak in Kufri, where tourists have an amazing view of the distant snow-capped peaks and picturesque landscape. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. In the evening, walk along the famous boulevard to Shimla, to Mall Road (local market). Here you will see fine examples of colonial architecture, there is an opportunity to try snacks in various eateries or to look into souvenir shops. Overnight in Shimla.

Without a class of yoga. After breakfast, transfer to Haridwar is one of the seven sacred cities of India, located on the banks of the Ganges River in the foothills of the Himalayas, in the state of Uttarakhand. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Haridwar with sacred ghats and revered temples is a famous religious center in all of India. This mythological city is the abode of the Hindu Trinity, which includes Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva and, thus, Haridwar is translated as the Gate to God. Thanks to the divinity of this place, pious believers feel that bathing in the sacred river in Haridwar will help them to find salvation and, finally, get to heaven in the afterlife. In the evening, visit to Har-ki-Pauri Ghat (place of ritual ablution), which is one of the most sacred ghats (place of ritual ablution) in India. Every night thousands of people gather here, on the Ganges River for the performance of the Aarti ceremony (evening service with candles) and taking part in the prayer dedicated to the sacred river. Overnight in Haridwar.

Early in the morning, 1 hour for a yoga session. After breakfast, a day trip to Rishikesh (25 km / 1 hour approx.). This religious city is the world capital of yoga and Hinduism. The name of the city comes from the word Rishi - sage. The search for hidden wisdom attracts yogis, ascetics, hermits, pilgrims and simply curious tourists from all over the world. Rishikesh got world fame after the Beatles group had rested in Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram. Visit Lakshman Jhula, Ram Jhula, visit the ashram, and ghats. In the evening return to Haridwar. Overnight in Haridwar.

Without a class of yoga. After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and departure to Delhi. Upon reaching Delhi, transfer to the international/national airport for boarding for the flight to return home or towards your next destination. End of the Tour with lots of memories.