Wellness Escape: Yoga, Meditation & Ayurveda in Rishikesh

Vihana Retreat sits in Upper Tapovan, Rishikesh, a short walk from the area's bookstores, cafés, and famous yoga schools, yet set far enough back to feel peaceful. The property is small—just six cozy rooms—so the experience stays intimate and personal. Host Sandeep, a former professional chef who worked in hotels across several countries before returning to India, started Vihana in 2022 with the aim of creating a place that feels like home. He and his team are present throughout the day, joining guests for chai, answering questions, and arranging activities. The daily schedule typically includes two yoga classes—one restorative and one more dynamic—plus meditation and pranayama. Teachers rotate, and each brings a distinct style: Sonu Ji teaches Hatha, Ashtanga, and Acro Yoga with a focus on alignment; Shivam/Shubham Ji specializes in Iyengar yoga, meditation, and pranayama; Ajay Ji blends Hatha with his background in Sanskrit and Vedic ritual. Guests can also join classes from the associated Yoga Teacher Training school, which runs from the 3rd to the 24th of each month, space permitting, at no extra charge. Ayurvedic consultations and treatments are woven into the program, with therapies like massage and sound healing available as add-ons. Evenings might include a fire ceremony, sound healing with Anna, or a guided meditation on the rooftop. The week is flexible by design—if you need a day to just read and rest, no one will push you to do more. The result is a retreat that feels personal, grounding, and genuinely restorative, set in one of the world's most spiritual towns.

What's included

- Airport pickup - 6 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Welcome drink - 1 hour treatment - 30 minute massage - Cooking class - Group excursions/activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Luggage storage - Wi-Fi connection - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Daily pranayama classes - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not part of retreat - 60 minute massage (optional add-on) - $25 USD - Private class (optional add-on) - 5 USD - Additional treatment (optional add-on) - $25 USD