Spiritual India

Day 01: Delhi.

Arrival at Delhi
Company representatives will receive you on arrival at the international airport in Delhi and ttransfer to your hotel. Relax.

DELHI, the capital of kingdoms and empires is now a sprawling metropolis with a fascinating blend of the past and the present. It is a perfect introduction to the composite culture of an ancient land. A window to the kaleidoscope - that is India.

Overnight will be at Delhi.
Red fort remains closed on Mondays

Day 02: Delhi

After breakfast proceed for a day sightseeing tour of the city.
Start with the sightseeing of Old Delhi . The tour will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort continuing to the Jama Masjid by bicycle rickshaws, one of Asia 's largest mosques. The magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built during the years 1638 - 48 when the Moghul Empire was at its peak. The tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia 's largest mosques and which is viewed from the outside.People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet.Enjoy the rickshaw ride at Old Delhi.

After visiting Old Delhi, you will be driven to New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between New and Old Delhi is the division between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. The division in the walled city and New Delhi also marks the division in the life-styles. The walled city is all tradition where one will be able to glean a past life-style in all its facets, colours and spells. New Delhi in contrast, is a city trying to live up to the best of 21st century standards.

Imperial Delhi will include the Qutub Minar - the tallest stone tower in India , Humayun's tomb , the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent. And which inspired several major architectural innovations, culminating in the construction of the Taj Mahal. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rastrapathi Bhawan, the President's residence.Spend night at Delhi .

Day 03: Delhi - Haridwar - By road 210 km in 06 hrs

After breakfast drive to Haridwar - the gateway to the abode of God in the hilly state of ranchal. On arrival transfer to hotel. Later visit Har-ki-pauri for aarti, the ritual that takes place every evening on the banks of the holy River Ganges. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 04: Haridwar

Early morning rise for first yoga class with our yoga teacher and then start the practice in the morning session of 2 hrs. After that breakfast cooked inside the resort with the special care taken to follow the menu given by our yoga and meditation experts.

Leave for the day excursion to have a look at the ancient religion of Hinduism in the holiest city of the religion. Visit one of the oldest temples in the town called Daksha Temple. Also visit the mercury Shiva Lingam Temple (famous for the solidified mercury Shivlingam, said to be done by a saint through his meditation). Back to hotel to continue yoga classes in the evening. After that go for short walk in the market in the town or just relax on the banks of the River Ganges. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05: Haridwar

Early morning yoga schedule as day 03. After that leave for Chandi Devi Temple. Situated on the top of a hill it provides the magnificent view of the town along with a majestic view of high Himalayan ranges. One has to either go trekking up 3 kms to reach or one can also go by cable car. Back to the ashram/ resort for lunch and then in the afternoon visit the other places of interest or just relax in the resort. Evening session of yoga and then again go for a nice walk along the Ganges to Har-ki-pauri. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06: Haridwar - Rishikesh By road 25 km in 06 hrs

After a morning yoga session leave for Rishikesh and visit the various ashrams. This town is famous world over for its spiritual significance after "The Beatles" stayed here for a month in the seventies for meditation. In the evening check-in our own rafting beach camp, right on the riverbanks. Dinner with bon fire at camp.

Day 07: Rishikesh

Early morning yoga session without the yoga teacher. Just practice what you learnt in Haridwar. After breakfast leave for a date with the river wild. Take on the rapids up to grade III on a stretch of 18 kms and then finish the day at camp to take lunch. Afternoon free to sunbath at beach camp. Dinner with bonfire at camp.

Day 08: Rishikesh - Delhi - By road 250 km in 08 hrs Onward Destination

After breakfast drive to Delhi and on arrival transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.