Himalayan Pilgrimage 2024

Himalayan Pilgrimage
to the Abode of Shiva

Kedarnath, India | Oct 4-17, 2024

Join this once in a lifetime pilgrimage in the majestic Himalayas to the highest, most venerated Shiva temples in the world. Sing to the Lord of Dance. Dive into the mysteries of ancient India through story and philosophical discussion. Offer your devotion to the Most High.

We begin by grounding and focusing our intentions for the journey in Devprayag, the holy confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alakananda rivers.

As we travel through the grand Himalayas, we visit various sacred places which have been the abodes of Gods and mystics for millennia.

The heart of our pilgrimage is the 6 day trek (moderate difficulty) to the highest, most famous Shiva temples in the world. At each temple we will chant, meditate, and have opportunities to offer special prayers and worship.

We end our retreat in Rishikesh, the capital of yoga, with rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation, soaking in the amazing experiences of our pilgrimage.

Each day includes meditations, story-telling/philosophical discussions, and lots of singing (optional yoga asana).

PRICE:
Shared: $2500 (Early Bird: $2200)
Single: $2700 (Early Bird: $2400)

*Early Bird discount available until July 31st

Itinerary

October

Oct. 4 (Day 1): arrivals in Devprayag (introductions)

Oct. 5 (Day 2): rest and intention setting

Oct. 6 (Day 3): Devprayag to Guptakashi by vehicle. Overnight in Guptakashi

Oct. 7 (Day 4): Guptkashi to Sonprayag (30km drive) 18km trek to main Kedarnath temple (3640m). Overnight in Kedarnath.

Oct. 8 (Day 5): Kedarnath – 18km trek back to Sonprayag. Then travel to Ukimath. Overnight in Ukimath

Oct. 9 (Day 6): Travel Ukhimath to Ransi. Trek 7km to BANTOLI (2400m). Overnight in Bantoli

Oct. 10 (Day 7): 10km trek from Bantoli to Madhyamaheswer temple(3500 m). Overnight in Madhyameshwar

Oct. 11 (Day 8): 16km trek back from Madhyamaheswer to Ransi. Travel to Ukhimath. Overnight in Ukshimath.

Oct. 12 (Day 9:) Travel from Ukhimath to Chopta (2709m). 3km trek to Tungnath temple (3600m) 3km trek back to Chopta. Travel to Rudraprayag.

Overnight in Rudraprayag

Oct. 13 (Day 10): Travel Rudraprayag to Rishikesh

Oct. 14-16 (Days 11, 12,13): Rishikesh – R&R, integrating the experiences, sharing.

Oct. 17 (Day 14): departures

Note: this Itinerary is subject to change.

More Details

ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE:
Oct 4: fly into Dehradhun airport (send flight details to tour manager)
Airport pick-up and drop-off arranged by tour.
All meals, transportation, accommodation provided by tour.
Oct 17: depart from Dehradhun airport (send flight details to tour manager)

PRICE:
*Early Bird discount available until July 31st

Shared: $2500
Early Bird: $2200

Single: $2700
Early Bird: $2400

PRICE INCLUDES:
-All ground transportation in India within the itinerary (air-conditioned buses, trains, or flights)
-Accommodations in each destination
-Two meals per day, usually breakfast and dinner and 1 meal on arrival and departure day
-All required tips and taxes

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
– Flight to and from India; passport and visa fees; travel insurance; excess baggage charges; beverages; any transportation outside of group activities.

ARRIVAL:
Book your flight using your travel agent, or any major internet service like Kayak, Expedia, or Travelocity. Economy flights vary in price between $900-$1500. Prices tend to rise the later you book.
We will meet you at the airport or arrange a pick-up

TRAVEL INSURANCE:
We recommend getting travel insurance for your journey.

PASSPORT AND VISA:
Passport: You will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond date of visa application. So if your passport expires around Dec, 2018, you must renew it before you request your visa. If you need a new passport, or need to renew one, do so immediately.

Visa: The easiest way to obtain a visa is to go to your local Indian Embassy. Otherwise, use their online service: https://www.in.ckgs.us/ (The online process takes between 2-6 weeks!)