Yoga, Palaces & Buddhist Temples Led by Lindsey Porter

This magical two-centre India tour will take in the tranquillity of the Himalaya – exploring Buddhist temples and enjoying yoga in our unique location. Based near Dharamsala in the scenic foothills of the Himalaya. Along with the beauty and magnificent architecture of the Pink City – Jaipur – in the deserts of Rajasthan. Where we will take in sights including the Amber Fort and enjoy yoga in the grounds of our own Palace hotel!

There is also an option to extend your trip to visit the Taj Mahal before flying home.

Your tour is led by Lindsey Porter, an Akhanda Hatha, Curvy Yoga and Special Needs qualified yoga teacher with 13+ yoga teaching years based in Scotland. Lindsey is passionate about sharing the benefits yoga can bring to all minds and bodies. She is a Tutor for the Yoga Scotland Foundation course, co-founder of an international yoga podcast series listened to in over 70 countries (voicesofyoga.com), is a published author and has had articles published in the Huffington Post, Yoga and OM Yoga magazines. She is a Signatory and Champion of the Mental Health Charter for Physical Activity and Sport in Scotland and is an active supporter and fundraiser for SAMH a Scottish Mental Health charity. With a background of 20 years managing international projects in Financial Services, she has worked and travelled extensively and has previous experience of leading a yoga group in India – you will be in good hands to make this a deeply enjoyable journey.

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Lindsey looks forward to leading you through this insightful trip. Firstly, enjoying the mountains of the great Himalaya, its superb views, the ambience influenced strongly by Buddhism with a visit to the nunnery founded by Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo whose story was told in the book ‘Cave in the Snow’ , and exploring the Dalai Lama’s temple complex in Dharamsala and nearby village of McLeod Ganj. Taking all this in our stride with a regular balanced yoga practice and time to relax and unwind.
From here, we will take our exploration down to the wondrous Pink City of Jaipur, one of the jewels of Rajasthan. Here we will balance yoga practices with taking in the splendour and beauty of the sights and palaces. We will also get time to take in a few of the Delhi ‘must sees’ on our arrival into India. The level of yoga is suitable for beginners to Intermediate levels and modifications will always be available. The physical yoga practice will also include aspects of breathwork (pranayama), mantra, mindfulness and relaxation.

The Itinerary

Delhi - Dharamshala - Andretta - Nunnery - McLeodganj - Delhi - Jaipur - Delhi - Agra - Delhi

Meal Code: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner

DAY 1: THURSDAY 24TH OCTOBER 2019. FLY TO DELHI

Fly from your home country to India. For those traveling from Scotland or London we can book the following flights for you:
Glasgow option: EK0028 Glasgow (13:00) to Dubai (00:30) (next day) 7H 30M. EK0510 Dubai (04:30) to Delhi (09:10) 3H 10M

London Heathrow option: EK0002 Heathrow (14:20) to Dubai (00:20) (next day) 7H 00M. EK0510 Dubai (04:30) to Delhi (09:10) 3H 10M

If you are not traveling from Scotland or London please speak to Soul of India about alternative flight options.

DAY 2: FRIDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2019. ARRIVE DELHI

Arrive at Delhi at 09:10. You will be met at arrivals and transferred to the Suryaa hotel. In the afternoon we will head out to the explore some nearby sites – the Lotus Temple, Humayun’s tomb and the Sufi shrine at Nizamuddin Dargah.

Overnight at Hotel Suryaa New Delhi
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DAY 3: SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2019. FLY TO DHARAMSALA, DRIVE TO ANDRETTA

After breakfast we will return to Delhi airport to board our flight to the foothills of the Himalayas: SpiceJet flight SG-2468 departing Delhi at 10:55 and arriving at Dharamsala Gaggal at 12:10 (flight time 1h 15m). From Dharamsala airport we will drive out 50 km to our yoga retreat for the coming days, the Mirage Andretta.

Overnight in the Mirage, Andretta
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DAY 4: SUNDAY 27TH OCTOBER 2019. YOGA AT ANDRETTA

A Day to settle into our surroundings, enjoy yoga practices and to relax at the Mirage. Option in the afternoon to visit a nearby Tea Estate to sample its green and black tea.

Overnight in the Mirage, Andretta
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DAY 5: MONDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2019. YOGA AT ANDRETTA & NUNNERY VISIT

After a morning yoga practice we will head out to visit the nearby Buddhist nunnery – Dongyu Gatsal Ling and their Dragon Café.

Overnight in the Mirage, Andretta
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DAY 6: TUESDAY 29TH OCTOBER 2019. YOGA AT RETREAT

Today we will drive out (50km each way) to McLeod Ganj, to visit the Dalai Lama’s monastery and also stopping at Norbulingka, a centre for traditional Tibetan arts.

Overnight in the Mirage, Andretta
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DAY 7: WEDNESDAY 30TH OCTOBER 2019. TO JAIPUR

It’s an early start today as we travel from the foothills of the Himalayas to the deserts of Rajasthan. Transfer to airport for Air India flight AI-9814 from Dharamsala (08:40) to Delhi (10:15). At Delhi board connecting Air India flight AI-491 from Delhi (12:00) to Jaipur (12:55).

At Jaipur we will check in to Diggi Palace, relax and settle in with a late afternoon yoga session.

Overnight in Diggi Palace, Jaipur
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DAY 8: THURSDAY 31ST OCTOBER 2019. JAIPUR

Morning yoga practice and meditation in the grounds of the hotel. After lunch we will visit the spectacular Amber Fort. Evening to relax and settle into our surroundings.

Overnight in Diggi Palace, Jaipur
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DAY 9: FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER 2019. JAIPUR

Morning yoga practice and meditation in the grounds of the hotel. After lunch we will explore more of this magical city, including the City Palace Museum, Hawa Mahal, & Jantar Mantar. We’ll also have time to enjoy some local shopping for souvenirs and other things.

Overnight in Diggi Palace, Jaipur
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DAY 10: SATURDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 2019. DELHI

Spend the morning relaxing at the hotel.
After lunch will drive about 6 hours to Delhi and check into our hotel near Delhi airport, convenient for the next day’s flight home.

Overnight in Ibis New Delhi Aerocity
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DAY 11: SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER 2019. INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE

Transfer to IGIA Delhi airport for international departure.
Edinburgh option: EK0513 Delhi (04:10) to Dubai (06:35) 3H 55M. EK0023 Dubai (10:00) to Edinburgh (14:15) 8H 15M
London Heathrow option: EK0511 Delhi (10:35) to Dubai (13:00) 3H 55M. EK0005 Dubai (15:45) to Heathrow (20:15) 7H 30M

DAY 11/DAY 12: OPTIONAL AGRA EXTENSION

If you would like to stay on to visit the incredible Taj Mahal, we have the option of visiting Agra as a day trip from Delhi, and flying back home on day 12 (Monday 4th November, 2019).

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