A 3 week exploration that will cover the most authentic and high vibration aspects of India

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We will explore together 3 themes, and you are free to join all of them or any of the parts.

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Week 1, Part 1: Inner Silence & Self-Inquiry in Tiruvannamalai

March 12 – 16

You arrive in Tiruvannamalai, a spiritual epicenter nestled at the base of the sacred mountain Arunachala, the home of Ramana Maharishi, the sage of non-duality (Advaita).

Experiences:

• • Ramana Maharishi Ashram: Spend time in silent meditation, join Vedic chanting, and absorb the serene atmosphere.

• • Virupaksha and Skandashram Caves: Hike to the caves where Ramana meditated in deep silence for years.

• • Mother’s Shrine: A quiet place of devotion connected to Ramana’s surrender and awakening.

• • Arunachaleshwara Temple: Witness ancient rituals and walk among pilgrims at this powerful Shiva temple.

• • Full Moon Arunachala Girivalam (Mountain walk): Join thousands in a sacred circumambulation of the holy mountain—a transformative night under the moon.

• • Satsangs with Jnana Yogis: Participate in non-dual teachings and spiritual dialogues.

• • Meeting with a Silent Saint and another sage living outside Tiruvannamalai—intimate encounters with realized beings beyond words.

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Week 1 – Part 2: Evolutionary Consciousness in Auroville

March 16 – 20

From the silence of self-inquiry, travel to Auroville, the experimental township inspired by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother, dedicated to human unity and conscious living.

Experiences:

• • Daily Meditation at Matrimandir: Sit within the golden sphere at the heart of Auroville—a chamber of pure silence and inner light.

• • Sound Healing and Music Events: Immerse yourself in high-vibration frequencies and the creative spirit of Auroville.

• • Auroville Ashram & Communal Living: Visit intentional spaces and discover unique ways of living beyond borders.

• • Auroville Visitor Centers: Learn about the history, purpose, and future of this global experiment in consciousness.

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Week 2: All about Yogananda

March 20–23: Kolkata & Kriya Initiation

• • Arrive in Kolkata. Reflect on the life of Paramahansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi.

• • Receive Kriya Yoga Initiation through YSS, the Indian arm of Self Realisation Fellowship

• • Visit YSS locations or spiritual landmarks connected to Yogananda’s journey.

March 23–27: Ranchi to the Himalayas – Babaji’s Blessing

• • Travel to Ranchi, to visit the school and ashram Yogananda founded there, then onward to Dwarahat YSS Ashram, nestled in the Himalayas.

• • Babaji’s Cave Pilgrimage: Trek to the mystical cave of Mahavatar Babaji—silent, potent, life-changing.

• • Daily group meditations, kriya practice, and time in solitude in the Himalayan stillness.

Week 3: Restore balance with authentic Ayurveda

March 27 – April 2: Ayurvedic Integration Retreat

• • Transition into deep rest at a serene Ayurvedic wellness center (location TBD).

• • Experience:
    • • Personalized Ayurvedic treatments
    • • Cleansing rituals (Panchakarma)
    • • Yoga, sattvic meals, and herbal support
    • • Integration circles, journaling, and daily meditation

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Your guides

Elias

Elias was raised at the south suburbs of Athens in an affluent environment close to the sea. From an early age he excelled in school, sports and especially swimming where he competed at national level. At the age of 18 he moved to England to study and achieved BEng, MSc, MPhil and IMechE status in engineering. It was during his college years where he also came in touch with yoga for the first time. Through his professional career he has been integral for the sales, negotiation, execution of significant investments exceeding €100mil. in wind energy and has personally invested in property, tourism and tech projects. In 2009 he has diagnosed with a life threatening disease. When faced with the possibility of transition, he understood that his life wouldn’t have meaning on the path he was on and decided that if he was to remain at this level he would be of contribution to others. Once his health had improved, he pursued a number of personal trainings and a project where he would cross a sea for people involved with cancer together with other athletes using windsurf, kitesurfing, kayaks and small sailing boats. It was also in 2012 that his first spiritual teacher came to his life, Paramahansa Yogananda and in 2013 he visited India to receive initiation in Kriya yoga. He continued to practice Karma Yoga and inspire others to be of contribution that led to a number of festivals happening such as the Well Being Festivals, created to spread the use of meditation and yoga in Greece, the Athens Spirit Film Festival and others. He is an experienced Raja Yoga Teacher RYT 500, a Life Coach, a Gong Master, a Sound, Aroma and Energy Healer. He also practices Jnana and Bhakti Yoga, completes the writing of 4 books in relation to life, personal growth, conscious communities and what is possible on the spiritual path. He pursues ever higher states of consciousness and has devoted his life to causes that have positive and meaningful impact to humanity. 

Kathrine

Kathrine is the founder of Kathy’s Island Retreat and comes from Oslo, Norway. In 2010 she moved from Oslo to Karpathos with her family and she currently lives in the capital town, Pigadia with her three children. In 2012, after practising extensively yogic techniques such as pranayama and meditation, a heightened state of consciousness was reached that changed her life forever and made her go deeper into a path of personal growth. She is an open-minded, spiritual person, always looking to learn new things about the nature of herself. She loves running Kathy’s Island Retreat and practicing yoga as these experiences give her the chance to meet new people, learn from others and grow as a human being. Kathrine has completed a total of 500 hours of yoga teacher trainings. As a yoga teacher she is humble and open and loves the challenges teaching offers.

She has a BSc in International Hospitality Management, a Diploma in Energetic Healing Reiki and Bach remedies and she also offers aromatherapy. She practices Hatha and Yin Yoga and has a keen interest in human anatomy. She loves sharing her understanding and knowledge of the human body to bring more awareness to students and practitioners about how everything is connected.

Her classes are focused towards inspiring the students to bring mindfulness and proper breathing into their asana practice in order to enhance it. She wants to bring presence into her classes and into the life of more people and believes that she can achieve that one yoga class at a time. She is a yoga practitioner both on and off the mat as she knows from experience what an amazing impact the practice of yoga and meditation has on herself and the people around her.

Anu

Anu is a high-altitude mountaineer, registered yoga teacher, breathwork facilitator, and karma yogi whose story spans continents, peaks, and profound inner exploration. Born in India, he moved to the United States in 2015 to pursue a master’s degree in Information Technology. For seven years, he thrived as a software engineer, building a career grounded in logic and innovation. Yet, his soul was always drawn to the mountains, where he chased the raw pulse of life.

Climbing injuries became a turning point, leading him to return to India for a transformative Vipassana meditation retreat. The clarity he found there inspired him to leave his corporate life behind and embark on a quest for meaning.

That quest led him to Rishikesh, where he immersed himself in yogic practices, became a yoga teacher, and embraced a life of mindfulness. As a certified Oxygen Advantage Advanced Instructor, he now guides others through the transformative power of breathwork, helping them unlock vitality and inner alignment. Today, he works with Kathrine and Elias to bring more wellness and joy in the world, blending his love for service, spirituality, and the natural world.

His path reflects a relentless pursuit of growth—through summits, setbacks, and self-discovery. Whether scaling peaks, teaching yoga, facilitating breathwork, or living in service, he is committed to inspiring others to find their own purpose and live with courage.

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Prices:

500 euro for shared room

650 for single room

Includes accomodation in 3 and 4 star venues, standard Indian meals with option to upgrade, transportations, tickets and guides

Week 2:

350 euro for shared room

Single room option not available

Includes accomodation in ashrams, standard Indian meals with option to upgrade, transportations, tickets and guides

week 3:

825 euro for shared room

925 euro for single room

Includes accommodation at the Ayurvedic retreat venue on the Himalayas, carefully thought through Ayurvedic meals, two Ayuverdic healing sessions per day, personal session with doctor and follow up, transportations, tickets and guides. Does not include any Ayuverdic medicine that might be prescribed extra depending on your needs.

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