You don't need to be an athlete, but a basic level of physical fitness is recommended to comfortably enjoy the journey.

🥾 What to Expect Physically:

• Moderate walking most days

• High-altitude trekking for those joining the 16-day and 21-day options

• Daily spiritual practices, including sitting for meditation, kirtan, or light movement

🧘 How to Prepare:

• Begin light daily walks (20–30 minutes)

• Practice gentle yoga or stretching

• Maintain a regular hydration and sleep schedule before departure

Our experienced guides will be there to support you throughout the journey with patience and care. If you have any medical conditions or concerns, feel free to reach out—we're happy to discuss whether this pilgrimage is right for you.

🧳 Essential Items to Pack:

• Warm layers: Temperatures can drop significantly, especially in the high-altitude crucible of the mountains. Think cozy thermals, fleeces, and a sturdy jacket.

• Comfortable walking shoes: You’ll be moving through an intricate labyrinth of paths -reliable footwear is key.

• Rain gear: The Himalayan skies can shift like a kaleidoscopic mood. A lightweight rain jacket or poncho will serve you well.

• Personal medications: Bring what you need, and then some, to avoid disruptions in this transformative mosaic of experience.

• Spiritual items: A mala, journal, or any other tools that help you delve deeper into your inner tapestry. These small anchors can help you transcend the ordinary.

We will provide a detailed packing list upon booking confirmation—including gear recommendations specifically for the high-altitude portions of the journey. Each item orchestrates comfort, safety, and presence, allowing you to fully intertwine with the mystery that beckons.

Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out. This pilgrimage is not just a destination—it's a kaleidoscopic path inward.

🧘 We Recommend:

• Establishing a daily meditation or prayer practice

• Reading or listening to teachings about the sacred sites and saints we’ll encounter

• Reflecting and journaling to set your personal intentions for the journey

🤝 Pre-Departure Support:

We’ll offer online preparation sessions before the trip to help you:

• Connect with fellow pilgrims

• Understand the spiritual and cultural context of the places we’ll visit

• Online satsangs and spiritual study with Swami Aniruddha

We invite you to begin tuning in now— the pilgrimage begins long before your feet touch the ground.

All meals provided during the pilgrimage are pure vegetarian and prepared with love, following Ayurvedic principles to support your body and spirit throughout the journey.

🥗 Dietary Needs:

• We can accommodate most dietary restrictions (vegan, gluten-free, etc.) with advance notice.

• Please inform us of any allergies or specific needs as early as possible so we can plan accordingly.

🩺 Health & Medical Concerns:

• If you have any medical conditions, especially those that may be affected by altitude, diet, or physical exertion, please consult your doctor before booking.

• Be sure to notify us of anything that may require special care or adjustments during the pilgrimage.

Your well-being is important to us. The food, schedule, and pace are all designed to support a harmonious and healing experience.

bsolutely. This pilgrimage is open to souls at all stages of their spiritual path—whether you're just beginning or have walked this road for years.

🌱 For Beginners:

• Our experienced guides will introduce practices gently and with care

• No prior experience in meditation, chanting, or yoga is required

• You’ll be supported every step of the way—both practically and spiritually

🤝 A Supportive Sangha (Community):

You’ll be part of a loving and nurturing spiritual community, where we grow together through shared practice, learning, and devotion.

This journey is about connection, not perfection. All that’s required is an open heart and sincere intention.

The Himalayan weather can be unpredictable, with sudden changes in rain, temperature, or road conditions. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities.

🌦️ Contingency Plans Are in Place:

• We are prepared to adjust the itinerary as needed based on weather and local conditions

• Safety always comes first, but we remain committed to preserving the spiritual essence of the journey

🕯️ Meaningful Alternatives:

If outdoor travel or visits are delayed or canceled, we offer:

• Indoor satsangs, teachings, and spiritual practices

• Opportunities for rest, reflection, and integration

• Passport with at least 6 months validity from your date of entry into India.

• Indian e-Tourist Visa – Apply online at: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in.

• Printed flight tickets and itinerary (including any domestic travel).

• Retreat booking confirmation (we will provide this to you).

• 2–3 photocopies of your passport and visa (recommended).

• 🛡️ Travel Insurance (Mandatory)

  All participants must have valid travel insurance that covers:

  • Trip delays, cancellation, or interruption

  • Medical expenses & emergency evacuation

  • Baggage loss or delay

  Before purchasing insurance, you may wish to check with us. We’re happy to guide you based on the specific nature of the journey and the regions we’re traveling through.

Please book your flight to arrive at Dehradun Airport (DED) in Uttarakhand, India. This is the nearest airport to Haridwar, where our pilgrimage begins.

Participants are responsible for arranging their round-trip international or domestic flights to and from Dehradun. Most international travelers fly into New Delhi (DEL) first and then take a short connecting flight to Dehradun (approx. 1 hour).

Once you arrive at Dehradun Airport, our team will be there to receive you and escort you to the starting point of the journey.