Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the daily schedule at an ashram retreat in India?
A typical ashram day starts around 5am with meditation and chanting, then asana, karma yoga duties, two vegetarian meals and evening satsang, with lights out by 10pm. Attendance is expected, not optional. Most ashrams ask for three nights minimum.
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How much do ashram retreats in India cost per night?
Ashram retreats in India usually cost between 800 and 3,500 rupees a night, covering a shared room, all meals and every scheduled class. Some ashrams run on donation instead of a fixed rate. Private rooms, where offered, roughly double the figure.
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How is an ashram retreat different from a spiritual retreat?
An ashram retreat means living inside a functioning community and following its rules, while a spiritual retreat is a hosted programme built around teaching, with guests treated as guests rather than residents. Ashrams expect seva, unpaid daily work. Retreat centres do not.