Yoga Yatra (Journey) and Retreat
March 8 to 22, 2025

Yoga. Culture. Wellness. Nature. Adventure.

Why choose India as a yoga retreat destination? 

• India is where the roots of Yoga live. It is also home to over 1.4 billion diverse people, bustling cities, and many revered sacred destinations.

• Beautiful views of the Himalayas await you in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, located in the Kangra Valley.

• Rishikesh, Uttarakhand is the Yoga Capital of the World, where you can find sages, seekers, and master Yogis and Yoginis dedicated to their practice and spiritual awakening.

• Feel nourished with freshly prepared Ayurvedic food.

• Vibrant culture, with hundreds of dialects and languages spoken, festivals abound, India offers a new experience for even some of the most well-traveled visitors.

A journey you will never forget…

At Stone Wave Yoga, we are honored to be working with retreat visionary and lead Jessica Sarrantonio, RYT-200, to offer a special experience in India.

“As students of Yoga, we honor India as the birthplace of our cherished practice. Its rich heritage has provided us with profound teachings that promote well-being and inner peace,” says Liz Glover Wilson, E-RYT-500, Founder of Stone Wave. “We are thrilled to embark on this journey (yatra) and are grateful to partner with Jessica and the other beautiful co-hosts.”

We are exploring some of India’s Most Popular Yoga Places

India is dotted with cities and rural areas known for yoga. We are exploring some of the top destinations for yogi travelers including:

• Delhi: Home to New Delhi, the Capital of India, Delhi is the largest city in India and the second in the world, by population. The vast history of India comes alive on the streets of Delhi. Here you will ease into yogic living with optional excursions, country orientation, and daily yoga practice co-hosted by Jessica Sarrantonio and Liz Glover Wilson.  

• Dharamshala: For its peaceful mountain atmosphere, awe-inspiring scenery, and teachers who are alive with the traditional wisdom of Indian yoga.

• Taliyal Gaon, a village just outside Rishikesh: Rishikesh is the birthplace of yoga, “Atma kutir (Rishikesh) is the heart of Manikoot Mountain, (which is praised even in the Puranas and Upanishads, as the treasure chest of Divine knowledge and power.)  Atma Kutir serves not only as a university of higher knowledge, where sincere aspirants can receive that are not available anywhere else in the world, but as a real piece of heaven, where anyone with an open mind and heart can feel and experience God” Abhyasa Yogmath. Taliyal Gaon a tranquil village just outside the hustle and bustle of Rishikesh is home to Abhyasa Yogmath where you are invited to rejuvenate your body and mind.  

ITINERARY

Yatra Schedule At-A-Glance

Delhi Arrival Experience | March 8 to March 11

In-Country Flight to Dharamshala | March 11

Dharamshala at Om Yoga Ashram | March 11 to March 16

Road Trip to Rishikesh | March 17

Taliyal Gaon, near Rishikesh at Ashram Abhyasa Yogmath | March 17 to March 22

In-Country Flight to Delhi | March 22

Back to Delhi on March 22 for departures
(Flights back home in evening of 22nd or morning of 23rd)

Experience 1 - Delhi Arrival and R+R 5* Luxury Farmhouse in Gurgaon

March 8 to March 11
(Earlier arrivals available for additional cost.)

Our arrival experience will include three nights of rest and relaxation, coupled with local exploration. This will be a wonderful time to acclimate to the time change and get to know your fellow travelers.

Experience 2 - Dharamshala (धर्मशाला) at Om Yoga Ashram

March 11 to March 17
Unlock your inner diamonds; exude and embody your worth from within

What to expect

• Daily asana, pranayama, and meditation.

• Private and intimate ashram lifestyle.

• We find stillness and peace in silence during and after the dinner hour.

More About
This part of the retreat will attune you to Yoga ashram life along with some activities such as trekking, local sightseeing, and celebrating.

Dharamshala is made up of lower Dharamshala and Mcleod Ganj. Om Ashram is located in the Mcleod Ganj region, which is home to the Tibetan Government in exile. Outside of our daily yoga practices we will break away from Ashram life to visit the Dalai Lama Temple in Mclead Ganj.

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Kangra valley and the snow-covered Dhauladhar ranges, part of the Himalayas, when we take a group nature trek/hike.

While practicing at Om Yoga Ashram you will have the option to add on Sound Healing Certification as part of your journey.

Experience 3 - Road Trip

March 17

Travel through varied terrain when we journey from Dharamshala to Rishikesh.

Experience 4 - Taliyal Gaon near Rishikesh at Ashram Abhyasa Yogmath

March 17 to March 21
Renew, Restore & Reconnect Retreat in Rishikesh, India

What to expect

• Daily yoga sessions and mindfulness meditation practice

• Nature excursions, sound healing, yoga nidra, and ayurvedic massages

• Workshops to deepen your understanding of mindfulness and its benefits

• Opportunity to participate in a community project (seva)

More About
At the Rishikesh Ashram Abhyasa Yogmath Retreat, they believe in the power of mindfulness to cultivate inner peace, harmony, and well-being.

The experienced yoga instructors, meditation guides, and wellness experts are there to create a nurturing environment where you can reconnect with yourself and nature.

Immerse yourself in a customized five-day retreat designed to nourish your body, mind, and soul. Our carefully crafted program includes daily yoga sessions, mindfulness meditation practices, nature excursions, and workshops to deepen your understanding of mindfulness and its benefits.

Each room provides a peaceful retreat space to rest and rejuvenate after a day of exploration and self-discovery.

Experience 5 - Back to Delhi

After five days of exploring and rejuvenating the village surrounding Rishikesh, the group will head back to Delhi for return flights.

PRICING

India Yatra 2025
Pricing

We have created a set price that includes;

• Food and board at three locations (Delhi, Rishikesh and Dharamshala)

• In-country transportation (2 flights and a bus trip)

• Site seeing experiences

• Yoga classes, meditation and yoga teachings

*Not included:

• Your flight to/from Delhi

• Any Add ons selected or earlier arrival in Delhi

• Additional personal Travel Insurance

• Any costs associated with travel preparation (i.e., updating passport, pre-travel doctors visit, packings supplies, etc.

Total Cost: $3900 to be paid in full by 2/14/25
Early Bird Discount: $3700 if enrolled & deposit paid by 11/11/24

Add Ons

We are happy to offer some add on experiences while you are on this trip of a lifetime.

• Complete a sound healing training while in Dharamshala - $150/per person

Things To Know

India is a rich culture to be explored and absorbed. We will be posting a few webpages to help you prepare properly for your journey.

• Travel Preparation

• What to Pack

• What to Expect

• Frequently Asked Questions

In the meantime you can review the US Department of State India page here.

NEXT STEPS
Info Session and Enroll

Fill out this Questionnaire

As a next step, we ask that you fill out a retreat questionnaire.

What is this questionnaire for? It is our way to get to know you and also to inspire you to think about your goals for attending. All information collected is confidential.

If you have questions please email yogayatra2025@gmail.com.

Join an informational session
Next one is September 23rd
(in-person or virtually)…

We are so happy that you are interested in taking this special journey with us. We know that it will be a positive experience in your life.

Consider joining your hosts for an informational meeting, September 23rd, 7:30 PM.

There are two ways to join.
In-Person at our Gardiner Location or via Zoom (see below)

Meeting ID: 618 123 8491
Password: stonewave

Want to schedule a one-on-one information session, please reach out to liz@stonewaveyoga.com

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