Spiritual Journey to the Himalayas, India

From June 23rd to July 12th, 2023

Simply, an unforgettable journey

From June 24th- July 12th, 2023

19 Days / 18 Nights visiting: Delhi, Amritsar, Rishikesh, Dharamshala, Ladak y Leh (Kashmir) y extention en Agra and Varanasi

 

Buddhism - Yoga - Adventure- Spirituality

What places will be visit along this journey?

  • DELHI- India´s capital

    Our arrival in India, Delhi. The main tourist attraction of the city is in its architecture; rich in monuments, mosques and amazing buildings such as the Qutab Minar and Humayun's tomb, which have been declared a World Heritage Site. New Delhi has several of the best shops in the country and the so-called local bazaars, which are very eye-catching and offer different products such as precious stones, fabrics, carpets, spices, perfumes and all kinds of antiques. Here we will walk through local bezaars, and have a tour in the ancient city, visiting markets and temples.

  • Amritsar- the Sikh´s capital

    The capital of the Punjab, Amritsar, known as the spiritual capital of the Sikhs and transfer to the hotel. This stop will allow us to introduce ourselves to the three most fascinating religions of this country: Hinduism, Sikhism and Buddhism. You can dedicate this day to visiting this magnificent city with its largest Sikh temple in India, the beautiful Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), where all people are welcome without distinction of sex, race, religion and nationality, this temple was founded in 1574 by the fourth Sikh Guru, Ram Das.

  • RISHISKESH: The Yoga capital of the world

    Rishikesh, world capital of yoga, bathed by the waters of the sacred Ganges that rises in the nearby Himalayas. A city of Ashrams and therapeutic knowledge where you can enrich yourself with activities surrounded by the freshness of the mountains, in an atmosphere of spirituality, energy and Ayurveda. We will witness the "Aarti" ceremony of fire and songs in honor of mother Ganges, in an Ashram on the banks of the river. Night at the hotel, visit to the Beatles Ashram, bhajan music concert, optional Ayurvedic cooking classes.

  • DHARAMSALA- home for the Dalai Lama and all Tibetan refugees

    As you arrive in Dharamshala, you wiill enter the landscapes of the Himalayas, taking us about 7 km from Dharamsala, located in the north of India, in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is a small town that hosts the Dalai Lama, currently in exile. Mcleod Ganj, known as 'little Tibet', place of exile for thousands of Tibetan refugees and we will enjoy three days of nature and the peace of this beautiful place staying in a Tibetan monastery.

    During these days we will take advantage of this valley to visit the residence of the Dalai Lama, we will go for walks and we will know the crafts of the place. In addition, there are dozens of Tibetan temples and monasteries and we will come into contact with the Buddhist religion. TIBETAN MUSEUM We will be able to accompany the activities of the monks in the Monastery.

  • LADAKH/LEH: The heart of the Himalayas

    1 week in Ladakh includes:

    -Scheduled visit during the HEMIS BUDDHIST festival (once a year) at the Hemis Monastery.

    -Experience in the Nunnery (monastery of female nuns)

    -Entrance fees to monasteries and stupas according to the itinerary. .

    -Introduction to the Ladhaki culture,

    -Matho Monastery, lEH Bazaar, Central Asian Museum, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa,

    -Visit to: Sham Valley, Stock Place museum, Magenitc Hills (the confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers), Pather Sahib Gurudwara (sikch temple and the famous visit to the Villa de ALCHI, to visit one of the oldest monasteries of Sigo XI .

    Visit to local project: PAGIR (People's Action Group for Inclusion and Rights), a Leh-based NGO run by disabled people from various parts of Ladakh.

  • Hemis - Buddhhist festival

    Hemis Monastery was built in 1630. It is popular due to the big annual celebration held here in summer. The leading Thanka in Ladakh is also present here and is held once in a period of 12 years.

    It is one of the oldest monasteries in located almost 45 km east of Leh city, hidden behind the mighty foothills of the Himalayas, the monastery comes to life during the hemis festival or "Hemis gustor" as the locals call it, when visitors from all over the world descend here to experience days of Himalayan mysticism.

    The head priest leads the festival. Local people are seen adorned in their conventional garments and performing dances. Priests called 'chams' perform impressive but revered masquerades in company with long horns, drums and cymbals played by monks. The entertainers wear vivid and detailed and quirky brocade dresses and façades and intensely dyed masks. These masks are the most fundamental component of the dance.

    The festival is a two-day religious celebration held to commemorate the birth of Guru Rinpoche, also known as Lord Padmasambhava.

  • EXTENTION TO - VARANASI

    Varanasi, crossed by the divine Ganges, this city in northern India is considered the holiest of the seven holy cities of Hinduism.

    The funeral pyres on the edge of the river are the crudest and, at the same time, fascinating image of a population full of old temples, palaces and castles.

    To approach the shore of the holy Ganges you have to arm yourself with courage. For Hindus, dying in Varanasi (Benares) is almost a longing; They assure that making the transit in this sacred city (one of the most important in all of India from the spiritual point of view) is a good trick to achieve, after countless reincarnations, end the transit in the earthly world and reach Nirvana. through moskhamoskha (liberation).

    During the extension to Varanasi, we visit temples, including Sarnath, where the Buddha gave his first speech, the aarti, the ritual ceremony on the Ganges River, and take a sunrise tour to delight in the history, energy and vibration of it. ancient and sacred city.

  • Agra- Taj Mahal

    Visiting India, and not visiting the Taj Mahal, is impossible. The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum located in India, in the city of Agra. An emblematic monument of this country, it is in finely chiselled white marble.

    It was built between 1631 and 1653 under Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth during the delivery of their fourteenth child. Mumtaz Mahal was also called Arjumand Bano Begum. The Taj Mahal is a marvel of Mughal architecture, at the crossroads of Islamic, Iranian, Persian and Indian styles.

The Highlight of this trip is that we visit visit the Himalayas during Hemos festival- a buddhist one— time in a year- celebration of the birth of Padmashambhava.

 Your investment

+ Costs

$2900 USD in a shared room ( 2 people)

$3300 USD in a single room ( 1 person)

Book your spot with $500 USD

Pending balance $2400 can be paid in monthly payments during 6 months or as per arranged with Pranaluz.

The deposit to secure your spot is non refutable, yet is applicable to any retreat, training or travel up to one year of the booking date. EARLY BIRD: $250 Discount if you paid in total before November 1st, 2022.

Payment options

Please inquire for bank accounts for transfers.

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+ Includes

  • Welcome Gift to India

  • Overnight in boutique hotels in Delhi, Amritsar, Rishikesh and in a monastery during the stay in Dharamsala; and in Sham Valley (breakfast only). - Lodging during the whole week in Ladakh includes dinner and breakfast.

  • Guide in Spanish during the first part ( translation by your tour guide Analu) and guide in English during the week in Ladakh (during that week in Ladakh).

  • Transportation included throughout your trip (private tourist bus with A/C) and train.

  • Tours and tickets to all the activities included in the package (temples included) * Request the detailed Itinerary *

  • We visite: Delhi, Amritsar, Rishikesh, Dharamsala, Ladakh/Leh for a week. Ladakh Local Culture Classes Visit to NGO community project in Leh

  • Visit and stay in a Buddhist monastery in Dharamsala

  • Yoga classes lead by your tour guide in Rishiskesh, Dharamsala and Ladakh

  • All breakfasts and dinner and breakfast during the week in Ladakh.

  • Tour Leader with extensive experience guiding tourism since 2007 in Asia & Central America; Yoga teacher with extensive international experience. She traveled 9 times to India and lead trips there from 2015-2020.

+ Not included

  • Lunches and dinners that are not included in the itinerary.

  • International flights

  • Internal flight from Delhi to Leh (approx. $200 usd - group rate is coordinated)

  • Personal expenses

  • Additional activities that are not included in the itinerary

  • Medical and travel insurance (mandatory)

  • Visa costs to enter India

+ Itinerary

DAY 1 - 06/24/23           Arrival to Delhi

DAY 2- 06/25/23            Delhi

DAY 3- 06/26/23            Delhi - Flight to Leh

DAY 4- 06/27/23            Leh

DAY 5- 06/28/23            Leh- Hemis Buddhist Festival

DAY 6- 06/29/23            Leh

DAY 7- 06/30/23            Leh

DAY 8- 07/01/23            Leh

DAY 9- 07/02/23            Leh - Delhi

DAY 10- 07/03/23           Delhi - Amritsar train

DAY 11- 07/04/23            Amritsar - Dharamshala

DAY 12- 07/05/23            Dharamshala

DAY 13- 07/06/23            Dharamshala

DAY 14- 07/07/23            Dharamshala-PTK & PTK - Haridwar train

DAY 15- 08/07/23            Haridwar  - Rishikesh

DAY 16- 07/09/23            Rishikesh

DAY 17- 07/10/23            Rishikesh

DAY 18- 07/11/23            Rishikesh - Delhi

DAY 19- 07/12/23. Día de salida de Delhi or continue on an extention to Agra y Varanasi

+ About Analu (Your tour guide)

  • You can see Analu's biography here. She works guiding groups in tourism, wellness retreats and yoga training courses since 2007. She lead tours all through Central America ( From Mexico to Panama) between 2007-2012 and in Asia ( India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar since 2015). Graduated International Yoga Teacher since 2009. Lived in Bali since 2016, Costa Rican and musician. He has spent much of his life studying, learning and teaching spirituality inspired by various Eastern traditions such as Vedanta, Tibetan Buddhism and Yoga.

Allow me to guide you through India.

Analu has been visiting India since 2014, studying there Yoga, Philosophy, Music, Buddhism and Vedanta; has guided trips in various areas of India since 2015.


OUR WAY OF TRAVELING

  • SUPPORTING LOCAL ECONOMIES

    We stay in boutique and heritage hotels, to contribute to the local economy by supporting small businesses where we can receive a more personalized and close treatment. Do you know all our drivers in India are women?

  • SPIRITUAL FOCUS

    Our travel style has an important added value: we focus on including personal and spiritual development activities, such as Yoga practices, Mindfulness, Meditation, Kirtan and Tai Chi, among others.

  • ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECT

    We use spaces and carry out activities that promote and contribute to the sustainable development of the area, hotels, services and contractors focused on sustainable tourism; in such a way that we leave our least possible impact when traveling and visiting the area. NO PLATIC BOTTLES!

  • SOCIAL FOCUS

    During the trip we will visit projects with a social focus, where we can participate in an interactive way with the facilitators and participants of the projects. This allows us to contribute directly and contribute in the way that these projects most need. Starting in 2020, Pranaluz will allocate a percentage of your trip to a specific project in the area to be visited.

  • CULTURAL FOCUS

    They are enriching trips at a cultural and individual level. During the trips, we will visit places of cultural and heritage interest, but we will learn much more, with talks, special classes on topics such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Vedanta, religions, traditions, medicine of the area, others. We will have the guidance of experts who will enrich our cultural, religious and social perspective.

  • A PERSONALIZED APPROACH

    We offer trips in small groups, maximum 16 to 20 people, in order to provide personalized attention during the trip. We will travel all the time with a tour leader and with a local guide from the area.

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