5-Day Himalayan Meditation & Relaxing Yoga Retreat in Dharamshala

The retreat runs daily from early morning to evening, with a structure that balances effort and rest. Mornings start at 6:30 with mantra chanting, pranayama, and guided meditation, followed by a tea break and then a 90-minute yoga asana class. After breakfast there's free time until lunch, and afternoons bring a second meditation session, a Q&A, another asana class, and evening cleansing practices like Neti. Sundays are a day off, so plan your arrival accordingly if you want the full program.

What makes this retreat different from a generic yoga holiday is the depth of the teaching. The team includes Yogi Satendra, who founded Peaceful Mind and has 27 years of experience, plus Shreya Shrivastava, an E-RYT-500 with a background in acrobatic yoga, and Dr. Keshava, who teaches yoga philosophy and mantra chanting. You get a mix of styles — Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Kriya, Kundalini — but the consistent thread is a focus on correct alignment, breath synchronization, and meditation.

The location does a lot of the work. Upper Bhagsu sits above McLeod Ganj, the home of the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile. The guesthouse is a 20-minute walk from the main town, far enough from the cafes and markets to feel genuinely peaceful, and since cars can't reach it, the only sounds are birds, wind, and other guests. The practice spaces are simple but functional, and the views across the valley are stunning.

This retreat is intensive in the sense that you'll be practicing a lot, but it's not physically punishing. The teachers offer modifications and work with individuals who have specific needs, using props and therapy principles. It's suitable for beginners who are new to yoga as much as for experienced practitioners who want to deepen their meditation. You'll leave with practical tools — a pranayama routine, a meditation practice, and a better understanding of how to bring yoga off the mat into daily life.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 4 Nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Daily Yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Course Manual - Specialized workshops - Welcome drink - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Surf lessons with our instructors - Group excursions/activities

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights cost - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments