7 Day Yoga Philosophy and Meditation Retreat in Rishikesh, India
Rishikesh, India
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Summary
Yoga is more than what happens on the mat, and this week in Rishikesh gives you time to study the ideas underneath it. Classes on the Bhagavad Gita, the Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and the Shat Darshanas sit beside daily Hatha Yoga, meditation and pranayama.
What's Included
Free Parking
Accommodation
Three healthy and tasty meals everyday
Wifi
Daily Pranayama Sessions
Water tea and coffee all day long
Daily Meditation Sessions
Luggage Storage
Daily Yoga Sessions
Experience the Retreat
Philosophy classes and practical yoga run side by side, so the ideas stay connected to what your body is doing. Expect roughly five to six hours a day of study and practice together. The curriculum covers the Bhagavad Gita, the Patanjali Yoga Sutras, the Hatha Yoga Pradipika and the Shat Darshanas, taking in Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Mimamsa, Vedanta, Samkhya and Yoga.
Shared accommodation, three vegetarian meals a day, reading materials, Wi-Fi, cleansing materials, tea, coffee and a participation certificate are included. One outdoor activity falls in the week, such as Kunjapuri Temple, Ganga Aarti, a waterfall, camping or an Ayurvedic massage. Classes are taught in English and Hindi, and you can start on any day, subject to availability.
Why This Retreat Stands Out
This week is for anyone who has practised a while and started wondering where the ideas come from. Philosophy is taught in two to three structured classes a day rather than in passing, so you get real time with the classical texts while Hatha Yoga, meditation and pranayama carry on.
Benefits
- A Grounding in Yoga Philosophy
- Daily Hatha Yoga Practice
- Better Breath Awareness
- Steadier Concentration
- Traditional Yogic Cleansing
- A Structured Daily Routine
- Familiarity with Classical Texts
- Time Away from Distraction
- Nourishing Vegetarian Meals
- Reading You Can Continue at Home
What's Not Included
Flight Tickets
Travel Insurance
Visa Fees
Accommodations
1 / 2
Private Room — Private
INR 37,969
Book This RoomFor guests who want their own space and a door to close during the stay. The rooms are clean and well kept, with an attached bathroom and complimentary Wi-Fi.
You also have the run of the rooftop, the dining area, the gardens, the yoga studio and the common relaxation spaces. Accommodation is included with most yoga courses and retreats.
- This price quoted is per room for single occupancy ( Private Room )
Yoga Shala, Airconditioned Rooms, Free Wifi ...
1 / 2
Shared Room — Shared
INR 33,211
Book This RoomA comfortable, friendly option for guests who like a bit of company during a course. The rooms are clean and well kept, with attached bathrooms and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The rooftop, dining area, gardens, yoga studio and shared relaxation areas are open to you throughout the stay. Accommodation is included with most yoga courses and retreats.
- This price quoted is per person for shared occupancy ( Shared Room )
Yoga Shala, Airconditioned Rooms, Free Wifi ...
Airport Transfers
Jolly Grant Airport (DED)
Dehradun
Round Trip — Per person
INR 4,758.04
Indira Gandhi International Airport - IGI (DEL)
New Delhi
Round Trip — Per person
INR 13,798.32
Program
Check in is from 8 AM on arrival day. The first activity each morning is Shat Karma at 8 AM, then Hatha Yoga, breakfast and two hours of philosophy, with rest after lunch before another class and meditation. Whether every session is compulsory is confirmed at booking, and check out is by 1 PM.
Check-in
08:00
Check-out
13:00
Daily Highlights:
Same schedule every day
07:00
Meditation Session
08:00
Shat karma
08:15
Hatha Yoga Session
Food Details
Three freshly made yogic meals are served every day, vegetarian and built on Ayurvedic principles. The menu runs to fresh vegetables, salads, seasonal fruit, juices and other nourishing dishes that hold up the daily practice.
Vegan and gluten free options are available, and most other dietary requirements can be met if you let the kitchen know in advance.
During Panchakarma and detox programmes, specialised Ayurvedic meals are prepared as well. Everything is cooked fresh with organic ingredients, and herbal teas and filtered drinking water are on hand throughout the stay, which keeps the balance right whatever your dietary preference.
Meals Provided
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Diets Catered
Vegetarian
Satvik meals
Diabetic friendly
Vegan
Sugar conscious
Drinks Provided
Water
Juices
Tea
Host & Team
Organizer
Yoganandham Rishikesh
Located in Bairagarh, Rishikesh, our yoga school offers a peaceful and serene environment for yoga practice. With over 3 years of experience, we are dedicated to spreading the knowledge of yoga and promoting its benefits worldwide through our diverse yoga courses.
Facilitator
Dr. Tanvi Dang Arora
Ayurveda Doctor
Facilitator
Manish Arora
Yoga and Philosophy Teacher
Yogacharya Manish Arora is the founder of Yoganandham (A School of Yoga Learning) and one of the main yoga teacher at the school. He gives the Hatha Yoga Classes, Philosophy Classes and Teaching Methodology.
He is a very professional and experienced teacher as he is teaching yoga for decades in different parts of the world (Maldives, St. Vincent, Grenadines etc.) and in different places (Hospitals, Schools, Hotels). Yogi Manish was born in Rishikesh, the “World Capital of Yoga”. His yogic journey started in 2003 when he did his first diploma in Yoga and naturopathy from Parmarth Niketan at the Nature-Cure College of Rishikesh. After his bachelor degree in yoga he continued his studies and did another diploma in yoga and holistic sciences at Garhwal University Rishikesh in 2009 he completed his master degree in Yoga. He also accomplished his RYT 200, 300 and 500 Hours from Yoga Alliance.
Yogi Manish Arora is sharing his knowledge and experience for the last 16 years around the world and opened his own school in 2016. In his free time, he teaches yoga at Satya Sai School and also gives classes to people who are doing their retreat at the Arora Ayurvedic clinic Tapovan. He uses to say: In learning, you will teach and in teaching, you will learn.
He is a very professional and experienced teacher as he is teaching yoga for decades in different parts of the world (Maldives, St. Vincent, Grenadines etc.) and in different places (Hospitals, Schools, Hotels). Yogi Manish was born in Rishikesh, the “World Capital of Yoga”. His yogic journey started in 2003 when he did his first diploma in Yoga and naturopathy from Parmarth Niketan at the Nature-Cure College of Rishikesh. After his bachelor degree in yoga he continued his studies and did another diploma in yoga and holistic sciences at Garhwal University Rishikesh in 2009 he completed his master degree in Yoga. He also accomplished his RYT 200, 300 and 500 Hours from Yoga Alliance.
Yogi Manish Arora is sharing his knowledge and experience for the last 16 years around the world and opened his own school in 2016. In his free time, he teaches yoga at Satya Sai School and also gives classes to people who are doing their retreat at the Arora Ayurvedic clinic Tapovan. He uses to say: In learning, you will teach and in teaching, you will learn.
Location Information
RISHIKESH
•
UTTARAKHAND
•
INDIA
Mohan Chatti sits on the edge of Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, ringed by the lower Himalayan hills, forest and the wide green valley of the Ganges.Away from the busy town centre it is quiet here, yet you are still close to the temples, the adventure sports, the cafes and the markets that Rishikesh is known for.
Fresh mountain air, birdsong and long views across the hills fill the days, which is much of the reason people choose this side of town for practice and rest.The property has a fully equipped yoga studio, comfortable rooms, a rooftop, a dining area, gardens and common spaces to sit in, with Wi-Fi throughout the building.
A local market is about 300 to 400 metres away, so everyday essentials are easy to pick up without arranging transport, which helps on a longer stay.The area around you carries the natural beauty and the spiritual history that made Rishikesh one of the best known yoga destinations in the country.
In free time, guests visit Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Triveni Ghat for the evening Ganga Aarti, and Neer Garh Waterfall.There is white water rafting for anyone who wants it, along with nature walks and a string of riverside cafes to sit at in the afternoon.
The mix of mountain scenery, spiritual heritage and outdoor life suits both a short retreat and a longer training programme of several weeks.It is the sort of place where the day is shaped by practice and by the light on the hills, rather than by traffic and noise.
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Facilities
Yoga Shala
Airconditioned Rooms
Free Wifi
Restaurant
Garden
Heater
Library
Laundry
Free Parking
Travel Information
flight
Fly into Jolly Grant Airport (DED) in Dehradun, the nearest airport at about 21 km away. It has regular domestic flights from New Delhi and good connections to other major Indian cities.
International travellers usually arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi first, then take a connecting domestic flight to Dehradun.
Taxis and private cabs wait at the airport, and the drive to the centre takes around 40 to 50 minutes through the scenic Himalayan foothills, which is a pleasant enough introduction to the region.
train
The nearest major railway station is Haridwar Junction (HW) in Uttarakhand, well connected with Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow and several other cities.
From Haridwar, hire a taxi or take a shared cab towards Mohan Chatti by way of Rishikesh. The road journey usually takes 45 to 60 minutes.
Guests arriving at Rishikesh Railway Station can also continue comfortably by taxi, and the last part of the drive is a short one from there.
bus
Regular government and private buses connect Rishikesh Bus Stand with Delhi, Haridwar, Dehradun, Chandigarh and other nearby cities, with both ordinary and Volvo services running daily.
Once you reach Rishikesh, take a taxi, an auto rickshaw or a shared vehicle for the last stretch towards Mohan Chatti. The road is well kept and the views of the hills and forest along it are worth the window seat.
taxi
Prepaid taxis and private cabs are available at Jolly Grant Airport, Haridwar Junction Railway Station, Rishikesh Railway Station and the Rishikesh Bus Stand.
You can also book a local taxi service in advance if you would rather have someone waiting for you. The drive runs through mountain roads and riverside country before it reaches the centre.
car
The centre is easy enough to reach by road from the major cities of North India. Driving from Delhi takes roughly 5 to 6 hours by NH334.
From Haridwar or Dehradun it is a comfortable run through Rishikesh and on towards Mohan Chatti, with the hills opening up as you go. Parking is available nearby, so self drive works well here if you would rather have your own vehicle.
FAQ's
Expect roughly five to six hours a day across both. Two sessions go to philosophy, and the rest is Hatha Yoga, meditation, pranayama and Shat Karma, so the week never becomes purely academic.
No background is listed as a requirement. The classes introduce the texts rather than assume you know them, and terms are explained as they come up in the sessions.
Peaceful Accommodation, three vegetarian yogic meals a day, Wi-Fi, tea and coffee, cleansing process materials, reading books and a participation certificate are included. Airport transfers are not included, so ask the centre about them.
Starting dates are customised, so you can begin on any day of the week subject to availability. Because the retreat runs on a rolling schedule, confirm your dates with the centre before booking flights.
That depends on you, and nobody can promise it. What the retreat gives you is the context most practitioners never get, plus daily practice to test the ideas against while they are still fresh.
Yes, with most yoga courses and retreat programmes, unless it is stated otherwise.
Yes. Vegetarian meals are served daily, with vegan and gluten free options on request.
Yes. Complimentary Wi-Fi runs throughout the accommodation.
Yes. Local markets are within walking distance, and there are ATMs in the Rishikesh area when you need cash.
The local currency is the Indian Rupee (INR). Digital payments are widely accepted, though some cash helps for local shopping and transport.
Further Details About the Retreat
Days at the centre follow a set routine of practice, meals and quiet time, with a rooftop, gardens, a dining area and common spaces to sit in between sessions. Please share your medical history and any medicines you take before arrival, and tell the kitchen ahead of time about vegan, gluten free or allergy needs.
Wi-Fi runs throughout the building, and a local market for everyday essentials is about 300 to 400 metres away. Dress modestly when visiting temples, pack warm layers for cool winter mornings, and carry a universal travel adapter, as sockets in India take Type C, D and M plugs.
Cancellation Policy
flexible Cancellation Policy
Flexible Cancellation
A balanced option — the earlier you cancel, the more you get back.
Deposit
| Cancellation TimingRefund on Deposit | |
| 30+ days before retreat | 100% refunded ✓ |
| 15–29 days before retreat | 50% refunded |
| 0–14 days before retreat | No refund |
Remaining Balance
The remaining balance is only due when you arrive at the retreat.
If you paid the full amount at booking, you’re eligible for a full refund on the remaining balance right up until the day before your retreat.
For exact deposit and balance amounts, refer to your booking confirmation email sent from booking@healatindia.com.
7 days / 6 nights
Total Amount
INR
33,211
Deposit (Pay Now)
INR
4,982
Remaining Balance
INR
28,229
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