International Yoga Festival 2010
Day 01: DELHI
Arrive at New Delhi. Arrival assistance
at the airport. Drive to Hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 02: DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning tour of Delhi. Visit Raj Ghat - the cremation
sites of Mahatma Gandhi and drive past Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, India Gate
(War Memorial Arch ), President's House, Parliament House, Government Secretariat
Buildings & Connaught Place shopping center. Lunch at city restaurant
afternoon visit Lotus temple and some shopping in the evening. Overnight stay.
Day 03: DELHI – HARIDWAR-RISHIKESH
Early morning check-out from the hotel. In time transfer to the hotel
to board Haridwar bound Shatabdi express train breakfast on board. On arrival
at Haridwar, transfer to Rishikesh.
Day 03 - Day 10: INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL
Upon arrival, registration of the participants, allotment of the rooms etc.
Participants will have to follow the rules and regulation set by the Ashram
which is a Spiritual place and maintain the dignity of the place and also
participate in the events taking place during the week with an open mind with
out any prejudice and preconceived ideas, to get the most out of it.
- Simple vegetarian meals will be provided to the participants from the
Ashram
1. INSPIRING LECTURES by revered saints
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H.H. Sri Shankaracharya
Swami Divyanand Teerthji
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H.H. Swami Gurusharanandji
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H.H. Swami Veda Bharatiji
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H.H. Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji
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| KUNDALINI YOGA |
HATHA YOGA |
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taught by world famous Gurmukh
Kaur Khalsa of Golden Bridge Yoga, Hollywood, California, USA .
Gurmukh is one of the world's most renowned Kundalini Yoga teachers
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taught by Karin O'Bannon, certified Senior Intermediate Level
3 Iyengar Yoga Instructor (one of the highest levels) and the
newest, divine addition to the Parmarth Yoga Centre.
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Previously the Senior Teacher of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of Los Angeles,
Karin is residing full time at Parmarth, and offers daily Iyengar yoga classes
as well as special courses and workshops.
4. POWER YOGA AND PRANAYAMA by Yogic Expert Brahmachari Vishwapal Jayanti
5. YOGA NIDRA AND VEDIC CHANTING with Sadhvi Abha Saraswati
6. REIKI COURSES AND TREATMENT by Reiki Master Rohini Khatri
7. MEDITATION with Sadhvi Bhagwati Saraswati
8. LECTURES ON JUDAISM AND YOGA with Rabbi Burt Siegel
9. LECTURES ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MIND, BODY, HEALTH AND MEDITATION
by renowned doctors from the Himalayan Institute
10. Evening divine GANGA AARTI. Set to devotional music, this special light
ceremony in the evening, called 'Aarti' is sure to stir your soul and touch
your heart regardless, of your religious or cultural background
Day 10-12: RISHIKESH-NARENDRA NAGAR (ANANDA SPA)
Located
close to the holy town of Rishikesh in the precincts of the Palace Estate of
the Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal in the small town of Narendra Nagar. Ananda Spa
is an unique experience, which is better be experienced, however just few facts
about the place is as follows: 75 deluxe rooms and suites with private balcony,
offers magnificent view overlooking the Ganges River and valley of Rishikesh
or the Maharaja's Palace.
The suites have their own private garden. The Viceregal Suite, located in the
Palace has a wrap around terrace and private a Jacuzzi.
Spa....
21,000 Sq. feet area : Ananda offers a unique blend of therapeutic treatments
based on traditional Indian practices of ayurveda, yoga and meditation. The
spa also offers the latest European and Thai treatments to purify the body and
soothe the senses
Facilities :
- 20 treatment rooms
- 4 relaxation rooms
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4 consultation rooms - Separate beauty treatment salon
- Kama Suite for a couple with jacuzzi, sauna and massage
- Men's & Women's complete Hydrotherapy facilities: steam, sauna,- jacuzzi,
Kneipe foot bath, cold plunge, showers, locker and changing rooms Outdoor heated
lap pool and jacuzzi
Gym:
16-station
life fitness gym with cardio, strength training and aerobics facility Spa Boutique
Showcases a fine collection of silk, wide variety of music, books, Ananda wear,
art objects, herbal teas and other organic food, skincare and cosmetic line
and many other items to assist in taking back Ananda memories.
Day 12: NARENDRA NAGAR-HARIDWAR-DELHI
Breakfast at the Spa, day at leisure, in time transfer to the railway station
to board train for Delhi. Dinner on board. On arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Overnight stay.
Day 13: DELHI-AGRA
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Agra. Afternoon tour of Agra. Visit
the famous Taj Mahal built by Moghul Emperor Shahjehan in 1630 for his Queen
Mumtaz Mahal to enshrine her mortal remains. Later visit the Agra Fort containing
the Pearl Mosque, the Halls of Public and Private Audience. Also visit the Tomb
of Itmad-ud-Daullah built by Empress Noorjehan in memory of her father. Overnight
Agra.
Day 14: AGRA-DELHI
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive back to Delhi. Afternoon free to do some last
minute shopping. Late evening, farewell-dinner at an Indian restaurant with
live music and dance. In time transfer to airport to board flight for onward
journey.
Hotels Used (or similar):
| Delhi |
The Imperial |
5 star |
| Rishikesh |
Parmarth Niketan Ashram |
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| Narendra Nagar |
Ananda in The Himalayas |
5 star Destination Spa |
| Agra |
Jaypee Palace |
5 star |
Cost :-
| Cost Per Person: |
Euro 1820 |
| Single Room supplement: |
Euro 850 |
+ 12.5 % Service Taxes
COST INCLUDES :
- Accommodation on double occupancy basis with breakfast.
- Accommodation at Parmarth Niketan Ashram with all meals (veg.).
- Donation for the international Yoga festival of 350 U.S Dollars per person
- All transfers, sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary.
- Train tickets for Delhi -Haridwar - Delhi in air-conditioned coach.
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Treatments:
- One Full body Ayurvedic
massage.
- One facial treatment.
(Two hour every day) at Ananda Spa
- Excursion to Agra and back in air-conditioned coach.
- Entrance fees to the monuments.
- Services of English speaking guide/escort through out the tour.
- All present applicable state taxes.
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE :
- Any item not specifically mentioned above.
- Any expense of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls etc.
- 12.5% service tax as per the govt. of India rule.
Kindly note that the program at the international yoga festival is subject
to change schedule without prior notice. The participants are advised to approach
the whole program with the spirit of openness.
