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Peace & Transformation in Indian Himalayas (13 days trip)

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Welcome to a transformative journey that takes you from the outer world to your inner self. Immerse yourself in the majestic Himalayas, enchanting forests, crystal-clear rivers, and skies within reach. This journey invites you to discover your true self while experiencing the rich traditions, culture, rituals, cuisine, and handicrafts of the Indian Himalayas, all while uplifting the lives of local people and re-discovering yourself.

10.10.25 - 22.10.25 (Diwali Light Festival)

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Welcome to a transformative journey that takes you from the outer world to your inner self. Immerse yourself in the majestic Himalayas, enchanting forests, crystal-clear rivers, and skies within reach. This journey invites you to discover your true self while experiencing the rich traditions, culture, rituals, cuisine, and handicrafts of the Indian Himalayas, all while uplifting the lives of local people and re-discovering yourself.

10.10.25 - 22.10.25 (Diwali Light Festival)

Welcome to a transformative journey that takes you from the outer world to your inner self. Immerse yourself in the majestic Himalayas, enchanting forests, crystal-clear rivers, and skies within reach. This journey invites you to discover your true self while experiencing the rich traditions, culture, rituals, cuisine, and handicrafts of the Indian Himalayas, all while uplifting the lives of local people and re-discovering yourself.

10.10.25 - 22.10.25 (Diwali Light Festival)

You are invited to embark on an authentic and unforgettable journey to an off-the-beaten-track destination in the Indian Himalayas — Uttarakhand, close to the Tibetan border.

This journey is more than just a trip; it’s an expedition both outward and inward. Experience a true sensory banquet with authentic Himalayan cuisine, cultural immersion, and adventurous trekking through spectacular trails — all while mindfully reconnecting with yourself, gaining clarity, inspiration, and peace.

Our experts will accompany you throughout, ensuring that your travel experience is both sustainable and meaningful.

These unforgettable experiences uplift local communities, supporting social and economic development while helping to preserve the natural environment. You’ll learn to cook with local women, gaze at the stars while listening to the gentle flow of mountain streams, visit charming villages, try your hand at local crafts, dance and sing around the fire with the locals, witness glorious sunsets, and much more—all while taking the time to slow down, reflect, and fully savour each moment.

Our journeys can’t be fully captured in words; they’re something you’ll feel and cherish. This transformative experience will leave your soul and heart enriched!

About this trip

Dates: 10 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025 (during the Diwali Light Festival)

Group size: 8-14 pax

✨ Special price from our partners: 3250 EUR/person ✨ Get a 400 EUR discount for a booking for 2 people until the end of 2024! 🤩

Key Highlights

  • 10 km wildlife sanctuary hike

  • Climb to 3700 m and meditate at the "Gateway to Heaven"

  • Visit sacred sites like Atrimuni and Vasuki Nag

  • Trek to the world's highest Shiva temple at 3470 m

  • Daily yoga and mindfulness in pristine nature

  • Forest bathing in a myth-rich Himalayan forest

  • Enjoy organic food, forage, and cook with locals

  • Stay in sustainable, family-run accommodations

  • Participate in local handicrafts with an untouchable tribe

  • Explore Himalayan markets, music, and dancing

  • Swim in clear Himalayan rivers and view valleys from behind waterfalls

  • Engage in ancient Himalayan rituals and ceremonies

Trip Itinerary

  • We meet online for a short coaching session and trip discussion to help you define your intentions and prepare for a transformative experience.

    • Arrival to Rishikesh

    • Rest at the hotel

    • Tea ceremony & Introduction

    • Traditional light ceremony Aarti

    • Introduction to the Indian cuisine

    • Drive into the deep Himalayas

    • Visit to the traditional market

    • Visit to the Gopinath temple and the old priests' quarters

    • Homestay in a small mountain town

    • Dinner around the fire

    • Yoga and guided meditation

    • Community walk and lunch

    • Group tuning practice

    • Rest and reflection

    • Yoga and guided mediation

    • Trek to an untouchable tribal village

    • Handicraft workshop

    • Lunch in a traditional house

    • Reflection circle

    • Local legends around a bonfire

    • Yoga and guided meditation

    • Permaculture farm stay

    • Hike through local nature surroundings

    • Fresh local snacks

    • Mindful communication game

    • Yoga and guided meditation

    • Visit to an ancient goddess temple

    • Hike to a waterwall

    • Sound immersion meditation

    • Slow morning routine

    • Forest bathing practice

    • Visit to a local school

    • Community visit and talk

    • Home-grown organic lunch

    • Sharing circle around fire

    • Yoga and guided meditation

    • Nature drive in the sanctuary

    • Forest temple visit

    • Ancient tree garden visit

    • Stay in forest cabins at a height of 2800 mts

    • Trek to the highest Shiva temple

    • Trek to the Chandershila peak known as a "gateway to heaven"

    • Open awareness practice

    • Clean drive

    • Return to the forest cabins

    • Reflection & sharing circle

    • 4 hrs hike down through the Kedarnath wildlife sanctuary

    • Lunch in a forest gouse

    • Return to the farm retreat

    • Slow morning routine

    • Ancient Himalayan rituals

    • Forest bathing

    • Cooking workshop with local ladies

    • Traditional music and dance

    • Farewell celebration

    • Morning drive back to Rishikesh

    • Rest at a boutique hotel

    • City tour through a local's eyes

    • Rishikesh temples visit

    • Time for shopping

    • Dinner at the hotel

    • Yoga and guided meditation

    • Breakfast at the hotel

    • Closing circle

  • Once you've returned home, we'll meet up again online to discuss your key learning points and make sure you have the tools you need to integrate the effects of the trip into your daily life.

This trip is impacting 557 lives and the Himalayan environment by improving the lives of underprivileged women and contributing to responsible travel practices 🤍

This trip is made possible through a partnership with Fernweh Fair Travel, an award-winning project whose mission is to create a long-lasting positive impact on the local community by creating employment opportunities, preserving local culture and nature, educating locals and visitors about waste management and biodiversity conservation practices, and promoting authentic, sustainable and meaningful travel.

Learn more about Fernweh Fair Travel here.

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