October 7–20, 2027
From temples to teachings, from healing rituals to Himalayan views — this journey invites you to immerse yourself in the living roots of Yoga and Ayurveda. Open to practitioners and teachers of all levels.

“To travel to India is to open the door to the origin of yoga and to the knowledge of the self.

Itinerary

October 7 – New Delhi

Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport (New Delhi).
Hotel check-in starting at 1:00 p.m. (approx. 1 hour from the airport).
Important: Please do not arrive at the hotel later than 8:00 p.m.
Visit to a significant temple to begin the pilgrimage.

October 8 – Delhi

Morning yoga class, breakfast, and group orientation
Visit to Delhi’s most iconic traditional markets
Explore the Sikh temple Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib

October 9 to 11 – Rishikesh, Capital of Yoga

Train journey to Rishikesh (approx. 4 hours)
Stay at an Ayurvedic wellness center
Immersion into Ayurvedic lifestyle:
Optional consultations with a Vaidya (Ayurvedic doctor)
Personalized massages and treatments
Rest and integration time by the sacred Ganges River

October 12 to 16 – 100hr Yoga & Ayurveda Training

Begin the 100-Hour Yoga & Ayurveda Teacher Training
Hatha Vinyasa with alignment focus
Daily Ayurveda theory and lifestyle practice
Visits to sacred and mystical sites around Rishikesh
Accommodation in a traditional yoga ashram by the Ganges

October 17 to 19 – Vrindavan, Taj Mahal & Spiritual Encounters

Train journey to Vrindavan, the land of divine love
Visits to devotional temples and sacred pilgrimage sites
Meetings with respected gurus and visits to their ashrams
Guided tour of the Taj Mahal, one of the world’s architectural wonders
Visit to an Elephant Conservation Center that promotes conscious and compassionate care of sacred animals

October 20 – Closing & Return

Graduation and farewell ceremony
Tour ends in Vrindavan at 10:00 a.m.
Private taxi transport to Delhi Airport (approx. 3-hour drive)
Safe travels back home, with India in your heart.

Have a good trip and safe return to your home!

Investment – Essence of India Tour

Regular Price:
$1,950 USD

Early Bird Discount:
$1,875 USD

Valid until July 17, 2026

Private room:
$2,230 USD

Early bird:
$2,155 USD

$390 USD to reserve your space

* This deposit is non-refundable *

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Important Information

Reserve your spot:
Please confirm your participation by March 10, 2026 so we can secure accommodations and transportation.

Your spot is reserved with a $500 USD deposit.

Accredited certification:

This 15-day experience counts as 100 credit hours toward your 200hr or 500hr RYT certification with Yoga Alliance International.

Prerequisites

Open to both students and teachers of all experience levels.

No prior certification required

Your tour Facilitators

Shyam Vallabhi Devi Dasi
(Usa)

Shyam Vallabhi is an international yoga teacher and Ayurveda therapist who has dedicated over two decades to living and sharing the path of yoga.

Her work integrates yoga, Ayurveda, and therapeutic understanding, guiding students to reconnect with their body, balance their energy, and bring the practice into daily life.

She travels yearly to India to continue her studies and to guide students into direct experience of the tradition. Her background in anthropology and work with non-profits focused on human and environmental rights informs her grounded and holistic approach.

She has been featured as a teacher at international festivals including Bali Spirit Festival, Cali Yoga Fest, Ecuador Yoga Festival, and Peru Yoga Festival.

As founder of Yogendra Ashram in Cali, Colombia, and Dhanvantari Ayurveda & Panchakarma Center in Peru, she leads teacher trainings, healing programs, and retreats internationally.

Through her teaching, she offers not only knowledge, but a space for transformation, integration, and deeper connection.

Chaitanya Nitai Das
(Perú)

Chaitanya is the International Director of the Bhakti Yoga School, with ashrams in Peru and Colombia, and over 35 years of dedicated experience in yoga and spiritual practice.

Originally from Peru, he began his path at a young age and has spent decades living, studying, and teaching in ashrams across South America, the United States, and India. His teaching is rooted in traditional yoga philosophy, daily practice, and lived experience.

He was among the first South Americans to be certified in Vedic astrology (Jyotish) in India, and integrates this knowledge into his work in a practical and accessible way.

Chaitanya has studied with respected teachers such as Pattabhi Jois and John Friend, while also being deeply shaped by traditional ashram life and his initiation into the Vedic lineage through his teacher, S. Atulananda Acharya.

Over the years, he has guided thousands of students and trained teachers from around the world. Many of his students continue to share yoga in their own communities, creating a strong and connected international network.

His approach is simple, grounded, and consistent—offering yoga as a path that can be lived and integrated into daily life, with discipline, devotion, and clarity.

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A portion of all proceeds supports scholarships for marginalized and Indigenous communities to participate in yoga teacher training courses