4-Night Yoga & Spiritual Retreat to Maha Kumbh 2025
Prayagraj, INDIA
Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey to two of India’s most sacred destinations: Ayodhya and the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. This 4-night yoga and spiritual retreat is a perfect blend of devotion, yoga, meditation, and cultural immersion, offering profound experiences to rejuvenate your body, mind, and soul. Guided by the seasoned teachers of Eclipse Wellbeing and Dol Ashram, this retreat invites you to connect with ancient wisdom and the transformative energy of these holy sites.
Highlights
- Ayodhya’s Sacred Essence:
- Stay in a serene ashram.
- Visit the iconic Ram Mandir and Hanuman Gadi.
- Participate in a holy Sarayu Snan (ritual bath) by the sacred river.
- Evening kirtans and spiritual discourses.
- Maha Kumbh Spectacle in Prayagraj:
- VIP access to the Shahi Snan (royal bath) on February 3, 2025.
- Meditations and yoga sessions at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati.
- Witness the vibrant Ganga Aarti and soak in the cultural richness of Maha Kumbh.
- Participate in satsangs, havans, and other spiritual rituals.
- Daily Yogic Practices:
- Guided yoga sessions to harmonize your body and mind.
- Pranayama and breathwork to deepen your spiritual connection.
- Evening yoga Nidra for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Why Join This Retreat?
- Authentic Spiritual Experience: Deepen your connection with India’s ancient traditions in two of its holiest cities.
- Transformative Practices: Daily yoga and meditative rituals designed to rejuvenate and inspire.
- Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced yoga teachers and spiritual leaders.
- Cultural Immersion: Witness the awe-inspiring Maha Kumbh, a confluence of spirituality and tradition.
- Visit iconic landmarks like Ram Mandir, Hanuman Gadi, and perform Sarayu Snan.
- Experience the grandeur of Maha Kumbh with VIP access to the sacred Shahi Snan on February 3, 2025.
- Daily yoga, meditation, and pranayama practices to harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
- Participate in Ganga Aarti and soak in cultural performances at Maha Kumbh.
- Led by experienced teachers from Eclipse Wellbeing and spiritual guides from Dol Ashram.
Dates
- Arrival By: Fri, 31.01.2024
- Departure On: Tue, 04.02.2024
Total Duration:4 Nights
Teachers
SWAMI VISHWESHWARANAND
As the Head of Insight at Eclipse, Swami Vishweshwaranand is in charge of conducting all mindfulness & meditation practices.
He is an expert in the ancient wisdom of Yoga & the Eastern Traditions & their translation into modern life practices.
Born in a Brahmin family of scholars, Swami Vishweshwaranand left his home at the young age of 7 years & started his spiritual journey under the benign guidance of Param Tapaswi Baba Shri Kalyan Das Ji of Amarkantak. On the banks of Narmada, he received the divine Diksha of Shri Krishna and got the esoteric Vidya of Vedas & Gita in a mystic manner.
He traveled most of India with his master at a very young age and got versed in various Indian Vedic scriptures. At the age of 10, he was sent to Nainital for his elementary education & later on received his university education from Pune & Varanasi.
Due to his deep understanding of life and dedication, this yogi was bestowed upon him in his early days and he then started teaching Dhyan Praveshika - entrance into a meditative state, a technique based on the Pranava Naad Sadhna of Udasin tradition.
He was also fascinated by the mystical aspects of philosophy and therefore was trained under the mystic Kashmir Shaivite Pt. Kamlakar Mishra of Varanasi. As a result, Swami Vishweshwaranand started teaching at Shri Kalyanika Himalaya Devasthanam & has been a key leader in various institutions of the Matha, nestled in the Himalayas.
Known as a natural scholar, the Swami has edited various journals & books; he has played a vital role in structuring ancient texts.
He is passionate about seeing people connect with their true selves and is driven to put all his energy to support others into thriving in their life’s journey.
4 Nights Yoga & Spiritual Retreat to Maha Kumbh Mela Prayagraj 2025
Eclipse Wellbeing Hub & School
Eclipse is an international Holistic Wellbeing Hub and Accredited Yoga School. It offers a fusion of ancient and modern body-mind practices with authenticity, quality and passion at the core of its offerings. It is a recognized leading institute in Meditation, Mindfulness and Relaxation practices. Eclipse’s mission is to inspire humanity to fall in love with the journey of life and it invites you now to join its vibrant community
4-Night Yoga & Spiritual Retreat to Maha Kumbh 2025
Regular Price: ₹ 50,000 (Excluding Taxes)
Early Registration ₹ 42,000 (Excluding GST)
4-Night Yoga & Spiritual Retreat to Maha Kumbh 2025 - Private Accommodation
Regular Price: ₹ 70,000 (Excluding Taxes)
Early Registration ₹ 62,000 (Excluding GST)
₹ 42,000 Including Taxes
What’s included in the Price:
- Shared accommodation (tents and ashram),
- Meals, and
- All experiences
₹ 62,000 Including Taxes
What’s included in the Price:
- Includes private accommodation (single occupancy)
- Meals, and
- All experiences
Price does not include:
- Entry Visa to India
- International & Local Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Laundry Service at the Ashram
- Extra Ayurveda Treatments
- Extra Meals outside of the Ashram & the Basecamp
Weather information
This month is known as a pleasant month. The average maximum daytime temperature in Prayagraj in January lies at 24.0°C (75°F). The average minimum temperature goes down to around 13°C (56°F) (often the minimum temperature is noted at night).
Electricity and outlets
Respecting Local Culture
The Ashram is a place of worship & spirituality; it encompasses 21 temples, where rituals take place daily. There is also a Gurukulam (residential school) in the same area. As such, we request all students to be respectful of the local culture, temple rituals & the wider etiquette followed in the tradition.
Participants are requested to exhibit peaceful demeanor, respect the Ashrams’ rules & timings, wear modest clothing & refrain from causing any disruption to the way of life of the monks & the school students.
Important to note that meat eating, consumption of alcohol or use of any substances is prohibited in this venue.
Visa
For requirements regarding tourist visa please research below links:
https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/
https://visa-to-india.com/
https://www.india-easytourism.com/
What to bring
- Sets of Yoga Clothing: please ensure you bring comfortable clothing for the Training Programme (for asana & meditation practices); note that only bra-type tops without a shirt on are not allowed at the Ashram. Leggings for yoga are acceptable.
- Layers, Loose & Lightweight: Days can be warm & pleasant, but the evenings can be on the chilly side. Please ensure you bring a couple of warm sweaters & a jacket (just in case) – weather patterns in the region can be unpredictable. Raincoat is always a good idea to keep handy.
- Laundry service is available at a small charge; it is recommended to plan your clothing accordingly for all the days.
- Comfortable sport shoes: Your best friend for the trekking routes
- Flip flops/casual flat sandals: Always come handy as in most Ashram areas shoes should be off
- Modest clothing for both men & women: For temple visits & rituals; That includes loose trousers, long loose dresses and long sleeve blouses or dhotis (for women) & lungi (for men).
- Shawl/Pashmina: for Meditation practices & hair cover when in temples (for women)
- Protective wear: eyeglasses, sunscreen, sunhat
- Yoga Mat: Please bring your own mat
- Personal Toiletries: Hand Soap, Shower Gel, Shampoo, Toothbrush & Toothpaste. All necessary toiletries for the daily routine should be considered
- Towels: Hand Towels & Bath Towels
- Filtered Water Bottle: Ensure your water is filtered and always on hand
- Hairdryer: It is not available
- Insect repellent: There is nothing that will hurt you but it is just not worth the itchiness!
- Sanitizers & Alcohol solution
- Other Details: The Ashram provides bedsheets & blankets
- Please communicate in advance of any food allergy
- Please communicate if you have any medical condition that the organization needs to know of
- Kindly note that the Ashram is in a remote area, away from commercial activity & shopping areas. You are encouraged to provision in advance for anything that is necessary in your daily routine (e.g. Food supplements, medicines, contact lenses etc.)
- Please carry some local currency (INR) with you
Additional info about the retreat
Kindly note that with your participation in this Retreat you are supporting the Ashram’s humanitarian work, including its Gurukulam.
Should you wish to bring along some small gift(s) for the schoolboys of the Gurukulam you are most welcome. Candies, chocolates, egg-free sweets are always met with enthusiasm!
How to get there
There is one daily domestic flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Pantnagar (PGH) airport. Participants should book domestic flight in order to arrive timely for the start of the programme. Post arrival at Pantnagar Airport, participants will be picked up and transferred to Shri Kalyanika Ashram. The travel time between Pantnagar Airport & the Ashram is approximately 4 - 5 Hours by car (113KM). There is no flexibility on airport transfer from PGH to the Ashram and vice versa. The participants will be transferred by vehicle once off to & from, only on the pre-scribed dates of the domestic flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there any ATM/Bank nearby?
No, the Ashram is in a remote mountainous area with no nearby banking facilities
- Should I carry cash along?
Always a good idea to carry some cash in local currency (INR) – approximately 15,000 INR should suffice.
- Any packing advice?
Pack smart. Select only clothing & items that are relevant to the nature of this travel. Medium sized luggage is optimum -max free baggage allowance for domestic flights is 15KG
4 Nights Yoga & Spiritual Retreat to Maha Kumbh Mela Prayagraj 2025
