INDIA

What IS included in your contribution?

• 14-day retreat guidance by Karen & Sai

• All accommodations (Haridwar, Rishikesh, Auroville, Tiruvannamalai)

• Daily breakfast and one warm meal

• All group transportation during the journey (including domestic flight  & private transfers)

• Full retreat program: ritual sessions, yoga, sadhana, mantra, kirtan

• Entry fees & experiences such as: Karthika Deepam festival, temple visits, and more

• Daily sharing circles & group integration

• Pre-retreat preparation call + access to a shared online space
  

What is NOT included:

• International flights (to and from India)

• Meals outside the retreat (on free evenings or during optional activities)

• Personal expenses (souvenirs, clothing, personal items)

• Additional treatments (e.g. massage or Jyotish reading)

• Travel insurance (required)

All travelers joining us will need a valid tourist visa to enter India. The process is simple, fast, and fully online.

We recommend applying for the e-Tourist Visa via the official Indian government website:

👉 https://indianvisaonline.gov.in

You can apply for:

• 30-day e-Tourist visa (single or double entry) – ideal for our trip
  

• Or, for longer stays, consider the 1-year multiple-entry visa
  

⚠️ Important: Only use the official government site above. Avoid third-party agencies that may charge extra or cause delays.

What You’ll Need:

• A valid passport (at least 6 months remaining)
  

• A recent passport-style photo (digital)
  

• Flight details
  

• Payment method (credit/debit card)
  

When to Apply:

Apply around 4–6 weeks before departure to ensure smooth processing. Approval usually takes 3–5 working days, but can sometimes take longer.

Arrival flight:
Fly into Delhi

We look forward to welcoming you all there the 20th of November and then we will travel to Haridwar together from there. 

Return flight:
Departure will be from Chennai

NORTH

From November 20 to 27, we’ll enjoy welcomed by soft sunshine and comfortable temperatures in Haridwar, and Rishikesh. Daytime temperatures range between 18°C and 25°C, while the evenings and early mornings cool down to around 10°C to 12°C.

November is typically dry and sunny, with little rain — the perfect climate for the experiences we have planned: rituals by the river, temple visits, gentle hikes, and sacred celebration under open skies.

SOUTH

From November 27 to December 04, we’ll enjoy pleasant weather in Tiruvanamalai. Daytime temperatures range between 26°C and 30°C, while the evenings and early mornings cool down to around 18°C to 21°C.

Sentence about packing

The food will be a delicious mix of shared meals at local restaurants and home-style dishes at our accommodations cooked with love often farm to table!

No worries if you’re sensitive to spice — we are too! In North & South India, it’s very easy to request mild dishes, and there are always flavorful, gentle options available.

And honestly… the food is just next-level amazing. You’re in for a true culinary adventure — full of color, variety, and delight! YAY!

We highly recommend that all participants arrange comprehensive travel and health insurance before joining us on the Incredible India Journey.

To support everyone’s well-being throughout the pilgrimage, we kindly ask that you confirm your coverage and share your insurance details with us prior to the start of the journey.

While we will do everything we can to create a safe and supportive experience, travel insurance offers peace of mind and protection in case of unexpected events, delays, health issues, or other emergencies that may arise during international travel.

Please note: Should any health issues, injuries, or personal emergencies occur during the trip, we cannot be held personally or financially responsible.

Not at all. There aren’t beginner or expert levels. The practices offered are accessible and designed to support your personal journey—no matter where you're starting from.

This journey is less about “doing it right” and more about being present, curious, and open to discovery. You'll be encouraged to connect in a way that feels true for you.

We will explore yoga, meditation, breathwork & mindfulness practices. We will also tune to the profound technology of ancient rituals, particularly with the element of fire and mantra. And we are so blessed to be so at the source, the birthplace of yoga.

Sattva Yoga, an integrated holistic yoga practice coming from the Himalayas in India, forms the basis of our yoga practice. It incorporates ancient wisdom and personal evolutionary practices together with contemporary science and mind body research. The practice includes powerful breathwork techniques, kriya/kundalini, asana (postures), meditation, mantra, partner work and freedom movement. The focus will be on the sacred tradition and practice of Kriya Yoga. Through these practices, you can cultivate greater levels of vitality, mental clarity, deep insights, and the experience of feeling luminous, open, receptive, and in flow. THE PRACTICES ARE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL!

These practices meet us where we are at. They are designed to awaken each practitioner to our true nature, raise our consciousness, cultivate, balance and reprogram specific aspects of our being and nervous system. They provide us with a complete and powerful pathway to Self Mastery.

All accommodations on the Incredible India Journey are hand-picked with heart and intention, designed to offer intimate, cozy, and meaningful experiences. Many of the sanctuaries where we’ll stay are hosted by long-time friends and trusted local partners—some we’ve known for over six years. It’s truly like coming home.

Each place is chosen not for luxury, but for its spirit, authenticity, and devotion. These are places that breathe warmth, beauty, and presence.

The styles of accommodation will vary slightly throughout the journey, but what remains constant is the sense of community. We deeply value shared spaces and communal meals, where stories are exchanged, hearts open, and connection naturally unfolds.

A single room is available for an additional supplement of 700€.

Once your spot is confirmed, you’ll receive a detailed packing list to help you prepare with ease. We’ll also gather together in an online call before the journey to go over everything and answer any questions.

As a general guideline, think in terms of layers, comfort, and cultural sensitivity. India’s climate can shift between regions and times of day, so light, breathable fabrics are ideal, along with a warm shawl or sweater for early mornings and evenings.

We kindly ask that clothing covers shoulders and knees, especially during temple visits or sacred ceremonies, out of respect for local customs and traditions.

Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) readings with Karen are available upon request for an additional contribution.

Booking Policy: A non-refundable deposit of €700 secures your spot. Balance due by October 15th.

Cancellation Policy: If you cancel before September 15th, 50% of your payment (excluding deposit) will be refunded. After that, we cannot guarantee refunds unless we can fill your spot.