Yoga & Meditation Tour
Tour Overview
The science of Yoga is a comprehensive approach to development. It has several branches that contribute to the development of various areas of human beings: physical, psychological and physical, mental and spiritual. Yoga, like Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine), is part of human knowledge going back several thousand years. Sent to us by the yogis of India, Yoga has become part of the heritage of humanity. Although requiring an apprenticeship with a skilled and experienced yoga expert, yoga is a method based on individual effort, freedom and individual capability. Whatever form of practice is used, it takes the reins of its fate and acquires the means of genuine autonomy. The variety of numerous variations of each Yoga Asana or pose makes this science easily accessible to almost anyone of any age group and state of flexibility and fitness. This this one of the reasons why there are tens and millions of people who practice Yoga regularly all over the World today.Book your Yoga Tour in India with Inspiring India Tours.
test- DURATION 7 Nights / 8 Days
- START CITY Delhi
- END CITY Delhi
- TYPE OF TRIP Yoga & Meditation
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Arrive at Delhi International Airport where you’ll be met by our representative outside the EXIT gate of arrival terminal, holding a placard of your name. You will be transferred to your hotel & relax. Overnight stay in Hotel.
In morning after breakfast at hotel, proceed to visit Old Delhi with Jama Mosque (largest mosque of India was built in 1656 AD by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan) & later enjoy Cycle Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk “Silver Market” to get one of the most amazing experiences of life ever, later explore historical Red Fort, Raj Ghat (It is the memorial of the Father of Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. It is the place where Gandhi ji was cremated).
Afternoon: Visit modern New Delhi are many historic monuments such as the 12th century Qutab Minar (World’s tallest free standing minaret & it has five distinct storeys with the height of 72.5 Meter), Humayuns’ Tomb is a forerunner of the Mughal style of architecture, and in contrast, visits the modern Lakshmi Narayan Temple. Drive past India Gate, the city’s World War I war memorial, the President’s residence, Parliament House and the Secretariat buildings, all designed by Lutyens. O/n in Hotel.
In the morning, transfer to the railway station to board a train for Haridwar. The city of Hardiwar, located at the foothills of the Himalayas, represents the point where the Holy Ganga reaches the plains. Haridwar is an ancient pilgrimage site, held in reverence for centuries. Associated with both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, Haridwar is among the seven sacred cities of India. Essentially a religious center which holds promise of salvation for devotees, Haridwar is also a center of herbal medicine, and traditional studies at Gurukul Kangri. In the evening witness the traditional "Aarti" ceremony at Har-Ki-Pauri - the sacred Ghat was constructed by King Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Bhartrihari. It is believed that Bhartihari eventually came to Haridwar to meditate by the banks of the holy Ganga. When he died, his brother constructed the Ghat in his name which later came to be known as Har-Ki-Pauri. It is the most important Ghat on the River Ganga, where a holy dip is a must for every devotee.
Rishikesh is considered the Yoga Capital of The World. Enjoy a brief discourse on Yoga & meditation. Yoga is a science of right living and it works when integrated in our daily life. It works on all aspects of the person: the physical, mental, emotional, psychic and spiritual. The word yoga means 'unity' or 'oneness' and is derived from the Sanskrit word 'yuj' which means 'to join'. Gain a general idea of the subject of Yoga, seeking its place in nature, its own character, its object in human evolution.
The Importance of Yoga Poses:
Yoga poses have been developed over centuries of research and experience. They have been found to be extremely effective in:
Increasing flexibility of the body and freeing all the energy blocks.
Besides increasing flexibility, this leads to a healthier body.
Helping to lose excess flab and weight - another cause of ill health.
Massaging the internal organs of the body and the rarely stimulated parts such as the thyroid gland.
Helping to treat several health disorders - from common ones such as backaches and arthritis to 'seemingly' unrelated disorders such as stammering.
Today spend your day learning & performing Yoga, the surest way to complete health and later, take a tour of the Spa.
Early morning Yoga & Meditation Classes. Evening explore the Spa and experience the rejuvenation therapies.
Meditation ... Towards a Stress Free Life
An ordinary person may consider meditation as a worship or prayer. But it is not so. Meditation means awareness. Whatever you do with awareness is meditation. "Watching your breath" is meditation; listening to the birds is meditation. As long as these activities are free from any other distraction to the mind, it is effective meditation.
Meditation is not a technique but a way of life. Meditation means 'a cessation of the thought process' It describes a state of consciousness, when the mind is free of scattered thoughts and various patterns. The observer (one who is doing meditation) realizes that all the activity of the mind is reduced to one. Meditation (Dhyana in Sanskrit) is a specific term in yoga philosophy. It is different from the term meditation used by most people. The latter really means keeping the brain peaceful.
Commonly today, people can mean any one of these stages when they refer to the term meditation. Some schools only teach concentration techniques, some relaxation, and others teach free form contemplative activities like just sitting and awaiting absorption. Some call it meditation without giving credence to yoga for fear of being branded 'eastern'. But yoga is not something eastern or western as it is universal in its approach and application.
In the morning, you shall practice what you have learnt till date in Yoga. Later in the evening enjoy a visit to the Glass House.
After the Yoga session is complete, departure for Delhi. On arrival in Delhi, transfer to the International airport to board a flight to your onward destination.