Rishikesh
3 days 2 nights
A weekend to reconnect
A short escape with yoga, riverside meditation, spiritual experiences and time in nature.
- Hatha & Kundalini practices
- Ganga Aarti or a spiritual walk
- Kirtan, sunset time & a waterfall visit
Retreats in Rishikesh
Step away.
Come back to yourself.
Choose a short pause or a full week of yoga, meditation and nature. These three retreat formats balance guided practice, spiritual experiences and time to simply be.
Three ways to retreat
How much time is yours?
All three itineraries below are designed for Rishikesh, where Arun is currently based. Choose a length, then follow its open day-by-day rhythm below.
Rishikesh
4 days 3 nights
More room to unwind
A longer pause with yoga, sound meditation and space to explore the spiritual surroundings of Rishikesh.
- Daily yoga & meditation
- Sound meditation & a nature excursion
- Kyarki sunset & a waterfall visit
Rishikesh
7 days 6 nights
A week of immersion
Yoga, adventure and reflection come together in a full week with room to build a practice to carry home.
- Two sound meditation sessions
- River rafting & a temple trek
- Kunjapuri sunrise & Kyarki sunset
3 days · 2 nights · Rishikesh
A weekend to reconnect
Arrival & grounding · Movement, nature & connection · Integration & farewell
See the 3-day sample rhythmDay-by-day
Friday
Arrival & grounding
- 12:00–1:00 PM
Welcome with herbal tea or coconut water, a traditional greeting and a retreat welcome kit. - 1:00–3:30 PM
Satvik vegetarian lunch, followed by time to settle in and rest. - 3:30–5:00 PM
Gentle Hatha yoga, introductions, intention setting and breath awareness. - 6:00 PM
Ganga Aarti, a temple visit or a sacred walk. - 7:30 PM onwards
Dinner, with optional herbal tea and a quiet evening.
Saturday
Movement, nature & connection
- 8:00–9:30 AM
Joint mobility, pranayama, a dynamic yoga flow and relaxation. - 9:30 AM
Breakfast. - 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Riverside meditation, mindful walking and breath awareness. - 1:30–4:00 PM
Lunch, rest and personal time. Optional massage can be discussed separately. - 4:00–5:15 PM
Gentle stretching, Yin-inspired or partner yoga, followed by tea and sunset time. - 6:00–8:00 PM
Kirtan or bhajan: devotional music, chanting and community. Venue confirmed for each retreat. - 8:30 PM onwards
Dinner, with optional Yoga Nidra for winding down.
Sunday
Integration & farewell
- 8:00–9:30 AM
Kundalini-inspired yoga, mantra and guided chakra meditation, adapted to the group. - 9:30 AM
Breakfast. - 10:00–11:30 AM
Waterfall walk and time in nature, subject to conditions. - 11:30 AM–12:00 PM
Closing circle, reflection and goodbyes.
4 days · 3 nights · Rishikesh
More room to unwind
Arrival & grounding · Movement, nature & connection · Exploration & sound · Carry the practice home
See the 4-day sample rhythmDay-by-day
Friday
Arrival & grounding
- 12:00–1:00 PM
Welcome with herbal tea or coconut water, a traditional greeting and a retreat welcome kit. - 1:00–3:30 PM
Satvik vegetarian lunch, followed by time to settle in and rest. - 3:30–5:00 PM
Gentle Hatha yoga, introductions, intention setting and breath awareness. - 6:00 PM
Ganga Aarti, a temple visit or a sacred walk. - 7:30 PM onwards
Dinner, with optional herbal tea and a quiet evening.
Saturday
Movement, nature & connection
- 8:00–9:30 AM
Joint mobility, pranayama, a dynamic yoga flow and relaxation. - 9:30 AM
Breakfast. - 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Riverside meditation, mindful walking and breath awareness. - 1:30–4:00 PM
Lunch, rest and personal time. Optional massage can be discussed separately. - 4:00–5:15 PM
Gentle stretching, Yin-inspired or partner yoga, followed by tea and sunset time. - 6:00–8:00 PM
Kirtan or bhajan: devotional music, chanting and community. Venue confirmed for each retreat. - 8:30 PM onwards
Dinner, with optional Yoga Nidra for winding down.
Sunday
Exploration & sound
- 8:00–9:30 AM
Kundalini yoga and guided chakra meditation. - 9:30 AM
Breakfast. - 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
A spiritual or nature excursion: Beatles Ashram, Chilla Forest or Vashisht Cave, confirmed with the group. - 1:00–3:00 PM
Lunch and personal time. - 3:00–4:00 PM
A sound meditation session using crystal or Tibetan bowls. - 5:00 PM
Kyarki sunset viewpoint, gratitude and quiet observation. - 7:30 PM
Dinner.
Monday
Carry the practice home
- 8:00–9:00 AM
Morning yoga, sun salutations, pranayama and short meditation. - 9:30 AM
Breakfast. - 10:00–11:00 AM
Waterfall visit, subject to local conditions. - 11:30 AM
Closing circle, experience sharing and guidance for home practice.
7 days · 6 nights · Rishikesh
A week of immersion
Arrive & ground · Slow down & breathe · Adventure & joy · Expression & reflection · Sunrise & stillness · Nature & inner connection · Integrate & farewell
See the 7-day sample rhythmDay-by-day
Day 1
Arrive & ground
- Afternoon
Traditional welcome, retreat journal, vegetarian lunch and time to settle in. - Evening
Gentle Hatha yoga, an intention circle, breath awareness and a spiritual walk or Ganga Aarti, depending on the schedule. - Night
Dinner, quiet reflection and a gentle invitation to put devices away.
Day 2
Slow down & breathe
- Morning
Joint mobility, a dynamic yoga flow and introductory pranayama, followed by breakfast. - Late morning
Riverside meditation, mindful walking and time outdoors. - Evening
Yoga Nidra, the first sound meditation session, Yin-inspired stretching and a sunset tea circle.
Day 3
Adventure & joy
- Morning
Guided river rafting, subject to weather, river conditions and operator availability. - Afternoon
Brunch, rest, journaling and personal time. Optional massage can be discussed separately. - Evening
Gentle recovery yoga, meditation, bhajan and kirtan.
Day 4
Expression & reflection
- Morning
A yoga flow focused on chest, shoulders and upper-back movement, followed by Bhramari breathing and meditation. - Afternoon
Creative time, guided journaling, reading or quiet rest. - Evening
Kyarki sunset viewpoint, silent observation and a gratitude circle.
Day 5
Sunrise & stillness
- Early morning
Kunjapuri Temple sunrise, silent meditation and mantra chanting. - Late morning
Brunch and rest. - Afternoon
A sun-salutation workshop exploring alignment, breathing and variations, plus core and balance practice. - Evening
Candle meditation, soft music and a sharing circle.
Day 6
Nature & inner connection
- Morning
Neelkanth Temple trek with mindful walking, quiet observation and reflection. - Afternoon
Time to refresh, rest and journal. - Evening
Guided chakra meditation, a second sound meditation session and a symbolic fire or candle ceremony.
Day 7
Integrate & farewell
- Morning
Gentle yoga, extended guided meditation and gratitude practice. - Late morning
Closing circle, a small retreat keepsake and practical guidance for continuing yoga, breathwork and meditation at home. - Departure
Check-out and farewell; timings confirmed for each retreat.
Plan your stay
Know what to expect.
The experience
Practice, rest & connection
Yoga, meditation, vegetarian meals and personal time form the rhythm of these sample programs. Each retreat has its own confirmed arrangements.
Your booking
Clear inclusions before you commit
Ask Arun for the venue, room options, price, meal plan, excursion costs, transfers and cancellation terms. Massages and other optional extras should be confirmed separately.
Your pace
A conversation before you arrive
Share your yoga experience and comfort with walking or adventure activities. Discuss adaptations, alternatives and activity suitability with Arun before booking.