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India Tour with Yoga & Rishikesh
Imperial India by Day. Yoga at Dawn.

Experience India’s most iconic cultural wonders alongside the sacred atmosphere of Rishikesh and Haridwar — blending Mughal architecture, royal palaces, yoga, meditation, Himalayan serenity, and spiritual Ganges rituals into one unforgettable luxury journey.

🧘 Daily Yoga Classes
🌅 Ganges Sunrise Meditation
🏔 Himalayan Foothills
🕌 Taj Mahal Included
🧘 Daily yoga with expert teachers
🌅 Ganga Aarti every evening
🏔 Himalayan foothills setting
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🔒 Free cancellation

India for the Curious Mind — and the Searching Soul

Most India tours give you history. This one gives you history, beauty, and three days of slowing down completely — in the place where yoga first came to the Western world.

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Daily Yoga by the Ganges

Morning yoga classes overlooking the Ganges, taught by senior instructors at one of Rishikesh's respected ashrams. All levels welcome — complete beginners to advanced practitioners.

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Sunrise Meditation on the Ghats

We begin each Rishikesh morning before dawn — a short walk to the Ganges ghat for meditation as the sun rises over the Himalayan peaks. Profoundly quiet.

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Parmarth Niketan Aarti

Every evening at Rishikesh's largest ashram, hundreds of people gather for the Ganga Aarti — fire, chanting, floating lamps. More intimate and serene than Varanasi.

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Ganges White Water Rafting

For those who want it — Rishikesh is the white water rafting capital of India. We can add a half-day rafting session on the Ganges for those seeking an adrenaline contrast to the yoga.

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Ayurvedic Consultation

A private Ayurvedic consultation and treatment session — understanding your dosha, receiving appropriate treatments, and learning practices to take home.

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Golden Triangle Included

The full Delhi–Agra–Jaipur circuit is included — Taj Mahal at sunrise, Amber Fort, Old Delhi. The yoga and culture halves of this tour are equally extraordinary.

Royal India, Sacred Rivers & Himalayan Serenity

Delhi • Jaipur • Agra • Vrindavan • Rishikesh • Haridwar — a transformative journey blending Mughal grandeur, Rajasthan’s royal heritage, sacred temples, yoga, meditation, and the spiritual atmosphere of the Himalayas.

Day 1

Welcome to India — Arrival in Delhi

Arrive at Delhi International Airport where our representative welcomes you with traditional Indian hospitality and floral garlands.

  • Traditional Indian welcome
  • Airport assistance
  • Private luxury transfer
  • Hotel check-in & relaxation

Begin your extraordinary Indian journey surrounded by warmth, culture, and comfort.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 3

Delhi to Jaipur via Shahpura Village

  • Scenic Rajasthan countryside drive
  • Royal lunch at Shahpura Haveli
  • Traditional Rajasthani cuisine
  • Heritage haveli experience
  • Visit Birla Temple

Experience the royal elegance of Rajasthan at Shahpura Haveli — a timeless heritage mansion showcasing regal architecture and authentic hospitality.

Later, continue to Jaipur and visit the magnificent white marble Birla Temple.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 5

Jaipur to Agra via Abhaneri

  • Visit Chand Baori Stepwell
  • 9th-century architectural marvel
  • Traditional local lunch
  • Drive through rural Rajasthan
  • Visit Mehtab Bagh
  • Sunset Taj Mahal views

Visit the legendary Chand Baori stepwell — one of India’s deepest and most visually striking ancient water structures.

End the evening with breathtaking sunset views of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh.

Overnight stay in Agra.

Day 7

Agra to Delhi via Sacred Vrindavan

  • Visit Prem Mandir
  • Explore ISKCON Temple
  • Krishna spiritual heritage
  • Temple architecture
  • Return drive to Delhi

Experience the sacred atmosphere of Vrindavan — deeply associated with the life and legends of Lord Krishna.

Admire the spiritual beauty and intricate architecture of Prem Mandir and ISKCON Temple.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 8

Delhi to Rishikesh — Gateway to the Himalayas

  • Scenic countryside drive
  • Arrival in Rishikesh
  • Sacred Ganges atmosphere
  • Relaxation beside the river
  • Evening Ganga Aarti

Arrive in Rishikesh — the world capital of yoga nestled beside the sacred Ganges River and Himalayan foothills.

Witness the mesmerizing evening Ganga Aarti ceremony with devotional chants, lamps, and spiritual energy.

Overnight stay in Rishikesh.

Day 10

Rishikesh to Delhi via Haridwar

  • Morning yoga & meditation
  • Visit Har Ki Pauri
  • Holy Ganges rituals
  • Haridwar spiritual exploration
  • Scenic drive back to Delhi

Visit Har Ki Pauri — one of India’s holiest river ghats where spirituality and devotion come alive beside the sacred Ganges.

Continue onward to Delhi with unforgettable memories of India’s spiritual heart.

Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 11

Delhi Highlights & International Departure

  • Akshardham Temple
  • Lotus Temple
  • Lodhi Gardens
  • Airport transfer

Conclude your journey with a final exploration of Delhi’s spiritual landmarks, peaceful gardens, and architectural beauty.

Transfer to Delhi International Airport for your onward flight.

Namaste — wishing you a safe and beautiful journey ahead.

Travel Advisory:

✓ What's Included

  • 9 nights (4★ city hotels + yoga guesthouse Rishikesh)
  • Daily breakfast + 2 dinners
  • Private AC vehicle all transfers
  • Internal flight (Rishikesh–Jaipur routing)
  • Cultural guide + yoga guide
  • 3 morning yoga classes
  • Daily Ganga Aarti attendance
  • Ayurvedic consultation + 1 treatment
  • Sunrise Ganges meditation
  • Taj Mahal timed entry
  • All entry fees
  • 24/7 support

✗ Not Included

  • International flights
  • India visa
  • Additional yoga sessions (payable locally)
  • Additional Ayurvedic treatments
  • White water rafting (optional add-on: $30)
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities

Everything You Need to Know

Not at all. The morning classes are adapted to the group level — complete beginners are very welcome. The teachers in Rishikesh have decades of experience and are exceptionally patient with first-timers.
Wonderful, actually. The setting alone — Ganges river, Himalayan foothills, suspension bridges, monkeys — is extraordinary. The Ganga Aarti is a beautiful spectacle regardless of religious belief. The white water rafting is brilliant. Even the most pragmatic traveler tends to leave Rishikesh feeling unexpectedly peaceful.
Absolutely. We regularly arrange 5–7 day Rishikesh stays with daily yoga intensives, silent meditation retreats, or ayurvedic wellness programs. Tell us how much time you'd like and we'll build the appropriate itinerary.
Yes — Rishikesh's Grade 3–4 rapids are perfectly appropriate for first-timers with professional guides and safety equipment. It's one of the most exhilarating half-days of the entire trip. We recommend it to everyone who isn't medically restricted.

History, yoga, and the Himalayas. All in one trip.

Tell us your travel dates and yoga experience level — we'll craft a perfectly-balanced itinerary within 24 hours.