Day 01: ARRIVE DELHI [By International Flight]

You will arrive at Delhi’s International Airport today in the evening. Following customs, immigration formalities and baggage collection, our representative will meet you at the EXIT of the ARRIVAL TERMINAL building and transfer you to your hotel.

India’s capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis, which successfully combines in its folds - the ancient with the modern. Amidst the fast spiraling skyscrapers the remnants of a bygone time in the form of its many monuments stand as silent reminders to the region’s ancient legacy.

Day 2: IN DELHI

Today starts your day with an early morning Yoga session (01 hour) at Lodhi Gardens.

Later you will be transferred back to the hotel to get yourselves refreshed and have breakfast. Later in the morning combined sightseeing tour of Delhi. The tour will begin with Old Delhi - drive past Red Fort and visit Jama Masjid, Asia’s largest mosque. Later you will be driven to New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The tour includes drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament House building and Rashtrapati Bhawan (the President’s residence). In the afternoon visit Qutab Minar, the tallest medieval stone tower in India. The Qutab Minar is still the highest stone tower as well as one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised in India. The building is 72.5 mts high and has 379 steps from the bottom to the top.

Day 03: DELHI - AGRA - AGRA - DELHI [By Shatabdi Express - 0615 / 0812 hrs] [By Surface - 203 kms / 4h30 drive]

Early morning departure transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board Train Shatabdi Express for Agra. Upon arrival meeting assistance at the Railway station and straightaway transfer to Taj Mahal for sightseeing (closed on Fridays). Enjoy a short ride on a Tonga (horse-driven carriage) from the Parking area to the gate of the Taj Mahal.

The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid 17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding.

Later proceed to visit Agra Fort.

Agra Fort - the seat and the stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. This was the seat of Mughal rule and administration and the present structure owes its origins to Akbar who erected the walls and gates and the first buildings on the eastern banks of Yamuna River.

Early in the evening drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.

Day 04: DELHI - HARIDWAR - ARIDWAR - RISHIKESH [By Shatabdi Express - 0650 / 1125 hrs] [By Surface - 16 kms / 1h00 drive]

Early morning departure transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board Train Shatabdi Express for Haridwar. Upon arrival in Haridwar meeting assistance at the Railway station and straightaway drive to Rishikesh, a leisurely 45 minutes drive.

Upon arrival in Rishikesh, check in to your hotel.

Rishikesh, the 'place of sages' is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is an ideal destination not only for pilgrims but also for those who want to delve deeper into meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism. Rishikesh is also called the ‘Yoga capital of the world’.

Day 05: IN RISHIKESH

The day starts with an early morning Yoga & Meditation session at the hotel’s Yoga Hall. During the day proceed for a sightseeing tour of Rishikesh. Visit Lakshmana Jhula, Swargashram and Triveni Ghat.

In the afternoon there will be a discourse with a Sage / Guru. (Venue will be either the hotel or an ashram - can be confirmed closer to date only). At sunset participate in the famous ‘Ganga Aarti’ ceremony performed by young Hindu monks at Parmarth Ashram.

Day 06: IN RISHIKESH

This day too starts with an early morning Yoga & Meditation session at the hotel’s Yoga Hall.

Today visit other ashrams in Rishikesh.

Day 07: RISHIKESH - HARIDWAR - HARIDWAR - AMRITSAR [By Surface - 16 kms / 1h00 drive] [By Jan-Shatabdi Exp-1435 / 2145 hrs]

Early morning Yoga & Meditation session at the hotel’s Yoga Hall.

During the day check-out from the hotel and drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival do a walking tour around Har-ki-Pauri Ghat.

Haridwar literally means 'The gateway to the Gods'. It's the place where the river Ganga descends into the plains. It is variously mentioned as Mayapuri, Gangadwar, Mokhsha-dwar in the ancient Hindu scriptures and epics. This place is believed to have both sanctified by the powerful trinity of Hindu mythology - Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. This is why the place has been an ever-refreshing mystic venue for the purification of the mind, body and soul. The Kumbha Mela, happening once every 12 years and the Ardha Kumbha Mela (Coming once every six years) are big draws. One of the oldest living cities, Haridwar has been in people's mind from the period of Buddha to the British advent and now even in the 21st century. Besides being a religious place, it has served as the centre for learning arts, science and culture. It's unique Gurukul School of traditional education, scenic beauty, lush greenery (full with Ayurvedic medicines and herbal remedies, give the place a unique charm and flavour.

In the afternoon board a train (Jan-Shatabdi Express) from Haridwar to Amritsar. Upon arrival in Amritsar transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Amritsar home to the Golden Temple is one of the most ancient and fascinating cities of India. It is an important seat of Sikh history & culture. Being the gateway for travellers coming to India on the overland route from Central Asia it soon became the centre of various commercial activities. There are various historical and religious sites in Amritsar, the most famous of them being the Golden Temple which was built under the supervision of the 4th Guru of Sikhs, Guru Ramdas ji and completed by his successor Guru Arjan Dev ji.

Day 08: AMRITSAR - DHARAMSHALA/MCLEODGANJ [By Surface - 195 kms / 6h00 drive]

There will be a Yoga session (01 hour) early in the morning at the hotel.

Later visit the Golden Temple and walk in temple complex observing the activities of the devotees.

During the day check-out from the hotel and start your drive to Dharamshala / Mcleodganj (195 kms / 6h00 drive). Upon arrival check in at the hotel.

Dharamshala is the principal township of the Kangra Valley magnificently set to the background of the Dhauladhar range. Pine forests cover the hillsides and numerous streams cut a path through them, allowing exciting opportunities for fishing. The town has been the seat of his Holiness, the Dalai Lama, the leader of the Tibetans, since 1960 when the Chinese over-ran and occupied Tibet. So much that Dharamshala is often referred as, ‘Little Lhasa’. Lower Dharamshala is the civil and business area, while the upper Dharamshala, some 1500 mts higher where places like Mcleodganj and Forsythganj are located which have now become distinctly Tibetan. The area is famous for the Kangra School of miniature paintings.

Day 09: IN DHARAMSHALA/MCLEODGANJ

The day starts with an early morning Yoga & Meditation session.

During the day proceed for a walking tour of old Dharamshala Monasteries including the Dalai Lama's temple.

Evening talk and meditation at Meditation Center.

Day 10: IN DHARAMSHALA/MCLEODGANJ

Early in the morning today walk to a nearby monastery to see the Buddhist monks offering prayers.

During the day proceed for half day sightseeing tour of Dharamshala visiting Norbulingka Institute (closed on Sundays) and Kangra State Museum (closed on Mondays).

In the afternoon visit the Buddhist learning Centers and other places of interest at Mcleodganj, home to the Dalai Lama - visiting Tsuglag Khang; Namgyalma Stupa; Church of St.John’s in wilderness.

Evening will be free to stroll around in the famous Tibetan Market.

DAY 11: IN DHARAMSHALA/MCLEODGANJ - DELHI [By Domestic Flight]

Early morning Yoga & Meditation session at the hotel.

During the day you will be transferred to the Airport to board a flight to Delhi.

DHARAMSHALA - DELHI BY FLIGHT IT 4352

Depart Dharamshala : 1300 hrs

Arrive Delhi : 1430 HRS

Upon arrival transfer to the hotel.

DAY 12: IN DELHI

Early morning Yoga session (01 hour) at the hotel.

Proceed for sightseeing of Delhi’s religious monuments today. Visit Akshardham Temple, Lotus Temple, Lakshmi Narayan Temple and Gurdwara Bangla Sahib. In the evening you will be transferred to the International Airport to board your International flight for onward journey.

DAY 13: DEPART DELHI

Board the flight.