Itinerary
- Day 1
Delhi Arrival
You'll land at Indira Gandhi International Airport and connect with your representative at Exit Gate #5. From there, a private air-conditioned car takes you to your hotel in Delhi. After checking in, you'll have the rest of your first night to settle in and rest up.
- Day 2
Delhi to Agra
Breakfast at the hotel gets your day started, then you head out for a full day of sightseeing across Delhi. Morning takes you through Old Delhi to see Raj Ghat, the Red Fort exterior, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, and the spice market. After lunch, you'll head to New Delhi's highlights including India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar. By evening you're driving toward Agra, where the Taj Mahal awaits.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Old Delhi - Raj Ghat, Red Fort (from outside), Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, spice market
- Sightseeing tour of New Delhi - India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar
- Transfer to Agra
Landmarks/POIs Raj Ghat Red Fort Jama Masjid Chandni Chowk India Gate Rashtrapati Bhawan Lotus Temple Qutub Minar - Day 3
Agra to Jaipur
Starting after breakfast, you'll tour Agra Fort with a guide, exploring the red fort built by Emperor Akbar that served as the main Mughal residence until 1638. Lunch comes before visiting the Taj Mahal, constructed by Emperor Shah Jahan starting in 1632. If you're interested, there's time to see the Tomb of I'tim¯ad-ud-Daulah as well. Later in the day you drive to Jaipur, a city founded in 1727 that recently gained UNESCO World Heritage status in 2019.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Agra Fort (Red Fort of Agra)
- Visit to Taj Mahal
- Transfer to Jaipur
Optional Activities
- Visit Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj Mahal)
Landmarks/POIs Agra Fort Taj Mahal Tomb of I'timād-ud-Daulah - Day 4
Jaipur
You'll have breakfast, then spend your day exploring Jaipur. The morning includes Amber Fort from the 16th century where you can take an elephant ride, plus a visit to Jal Mahal sitting in Man Sagar Lake and a drive past Hawa Mahal. After lunch, you'll check out City Palace and its museum, walk through Jantar Mantar, an old astronomical observatory, and possibly visit Albert Hall if time allows. Your evening is free to do as you please.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Jaipur - Amber Fort
- Drive past Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)
- Visit Jal Mahal
- Visit City Palace and museum
- Visit Jantar Mantar
Optional Activities
- Elephant ride at Amber Fort
- Visit Albert Hall
Landmarks/POIs Amber Fort Jal Mahal Hawa Mahal City Palace Jantar Mantar Albert Hall - Day 5
Jaipur to Delhi
After breakfast you check out and head back to Delhi by road, a drive of about 280 km taking 4 to 5 hours. Once you arrive, you'll transfer to your hotel for another night, giving you time to reflect on Jaipur before heading toward your next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Delhi
- Day 6
Delhi to Rishikesh
Following breakfast, you drive to Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, nestled in the Himalayan foothills beside the Ganges River. This city is recognized worldwide as India's Yoga Capital. After you reach your hotel, the afternoon takes you to local temples and sightseeing spots including Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, and Shivananda Ashram.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Rishikesh
- Rishikesh temple and sightseeing tour - Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, Shivananda Ashram
Landmarks/POIs Laxman Jhulla Ram Jhulla Triveni Ghat Bharat Mandir Shivananda Ashram - Days 7 - 12
Rishikesh Yoga Ashram Retreat
You'll begin a 6-day yoga wellness program at the ashram with daily structure. Mornings start with Hatha Yoga from 8 to 9:30 AM, followed by Yoga Philosophy from 11 AM to noon. Afternoons bring yoga sessions from 4:15 to 5:30 PM, and the day ends with Pranayama and Meditation from 7 to 8 PM. Meals happen at 9:30 AM (breakfast), 1 to 2 PM (lunch), and 8 to 9 PM (dinner), with tea served twice daily. The curriculum covers Satkarma, Yoga Asana Practice, Philosophy, Sadhna and Meditation, plus ashram living.
- Meals
- Breakfast (9:30-10:00 AM), Lunch (1:00-2:00 PM), Dinner (8:00-9:00 PM)
Included Activities
- Hatha Yoga class (asana, pranayama, shat-karma)
- Yoga Philosophy sessions
- Hatha Yoga class or Ashtanga Yoga class
- Pranayama & Meditation
- Ashram accommodation and all meals
- Tea service twice daily
Optional Activities
- Beatles Ashram tour
- Ayurveda massages
- Market shopping
- Sacred Homa Fire Ceremony
- Ganga Aarti
- Vashisth Meditation Cave tour (must be pre-booked)
Landmarks/POIs Beatles Ashram Vashisth Meditation Cave - Day 13
Rishikesh to Delhi/Departure
After a final healthy breakfast at the ashram, you check out with new understanding of yoga and meditation's role in daily life. You'll transfer to Delhi airport for your departure flight, heading home with memories from your yoga retreat in Rishikesh.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Delhi airport
