4-Day Himalayan Sound Healing & Yoga Wellness Escape in Rishikesh

The days follow a gentle but firm structure. Wake early for pranayama and a 90-minute yoga class, then breakfast, then a few hours of teaching—spiritual documentaries, philosophy talks, or library time. Lunch is followed by free time until tea, then another yoga session, and the day ends with sound healing and dinner. On the third day, the morning practice moves to the banks of the Ganges, and the afternoon is spent exploring the Vashisht Cave, a meditation cave associated with the sage Vashisht.

The sound healing sessions are a key part of the program. Using singing bowls and other instruments, these are designed to shift your nervous system into a deeper state of rest, and they pair well with the strong yoga foundation the school teaches. The teaching style is rooted in classical Hatha and Ashtanga traditions, but made accessible with modern explanations and stories. Pranjal Ji, who leads many of the sessions, trained at Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre in Kerala, did his 300-hour Ashtanga certification in Mysore, and has studied Kundalini and Osho meditation in Rishikesh.

You'll also get a taste of Rishikesh beyond the mat. The evening Ganga Aarti at Ram Jhula is a sensory experience of fire, chant, and river, and the hike to waterfalls on the third day is a chance to cool off in natural pools. There's time built in to explore the local markets, and the town is easy to navigate on foot. The retreat keeps its numbers small, so you'll get personal attention from the teachers, and the group size means you'll likely get to know everyone by name.

This is not a luxury retreat. The accommodation is clean and comfortable rather than fancy, and the vibe is more about practice and inner work than pampering. If you're after a few days of solid yoga, time in nature, and the unique energy of Rishikesh, this is a practical, well-run option at a very reasonable price.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea served throughout the day - Welcome drink - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily sound healing sessions - Group excursions/activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Transportation during the retreat - Parking - Luggage storage - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional treatments - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Airport pickup (available for an extra fee)