A spiritual journey into the heart of divine love
Yoga | Meditation | Sacred Sites | Cultural Immersion
You are invited on an adventure of a lifetime.
We are honored and blessed to have the opportunity to guide you through an enlightening experience in Mother India!
“To other countries, I may go as a tourist, but to India, I come as a pilgrim.”
Meet Your Retreat Leaders
Pat Sperry
Pagan George
Catalina De León
Dedicated to his students, Pagan George is a beloved teacher in the Iyengar tradition, popular in the Los Angeles area for over 22 years. Known for his compassionate, therapeutic style and depth of knowledge, Pagan brings light, joy and humor to the practice. Pagan is certified in Qi Gong, Qi Healing, Tibetan Reiki, Matrix Energetics, and Theta Healing. He is a graduate of the Berkeley Psychic Institute and is an accomplished meditation teacher and energetic healer, deeply devoted to his personal practice and study of the body, the spirit, and the subtle realms.
Catalina is a practitioner of Ancestral Medicine, Reiki Master, Sound Healing Artist, Certified Yoga Therapist, and devoted mother of three beautiful girls. In 2018, she visited India for the first time and was deeply impacted. She feels blessed and excited to return to Mother India and rediscover it alongside you. Her mission is to empower people to access their own divine wisdom by holding a space of unconditional love.
Pat Sperry is the founder of Flourish Well-Being. He is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher, Professional Executive and Personal Coach, Men’s Work Facilitator, and world traveler. With over thirteen years of teaching experience including four years in India, China, and Southeast Asia, his commitment to practice paired with his playful and impassioned spirit makes him an approachable and impactful teacher. His mission is to serve and empower his communities to flourish by showing up as an example of embodied, integrated, and whole-hearted living.
11.1-11 2023
Rishikesh, Jaipur, Agra, Vrindavan
+Adventure Pass 11.11-14 Varanasi
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Travel to India
Depart Nov. 1st
Arrive in India by November 3rd -
DAY 1: DELHI
Restorative Yoga Practice
Lunch at Juggernaut
Visit Akshardham Temple Delhi
STAY: Pride Plaza Hotel, 5 Star Hotel -
DAY 2: RISHIKESH: The Yoga Capital of the World
Yoga Practice w/ Team Flourish
Lunch, Shopping, temple Hopping, Yay!
Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan
STAY: Yog Niketan, On the Banks of River Ganges -
DAY 3: RISHIKESH
Satsang with Siddhartha Krishna
Explore Beatles Ashram
Travel to Haridwar for Ganga Aarti
STAY: Yog Niketan, On the Banks of River Ganges -
DAY 4: RISHIKESH → VEDA 5 Gateway to the Himalayas
Rishikesh City Immersion
Meditate in Vasishtha’s Cave
Visit Patna Waterfall
STAY: Veda 5, Ayurveda + Yoga Retreat -
DAY 5: VEDA 5
Relaxing day of Ayurvedic Treatments @ VEDA 5
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DAY 6: VEDA 5 → Dehradun → Jaipur
Morning Treatment at Veda 5
Visit Buddha Temple, Dehradun
Travel to Jaipur, Rajasthan
STAY: Umaid Bhawan, 4 Star Hotel -
DAY 7: JAIPUR the colorful capital of Rajasthan
Architectural Tour: Amber Palace, Hawa Mahal, Panna Meena Ka Kund
Block Printing Workshop with Local Artists
Lunch at Oberoi
STAY: Umaid Bhawan, 4 Star Hotel -
DAY 8 - JAIPUR → AGRA
Morning in Jaipur
Train Ride (1st class) from Jaipur to Agra
Visit Taj Mahal + Guru Ka Tal Temple
STAY: Howard Plaza, The Fern -
DAY 9: AGRA → VRINDAVAN Birthplace of Bhakti
Vrindavan Immersion
Satsang with Krishna Swami
Aarti / Boat Ride Yamuna River
STAY: Pride Plaza Hotel, 5 Star Hotel -
DAY 10: Depart India, or…
Join us for 3 more days into a deep dive into …
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Day 10-13: +Adventure Pass: VARANASI, India’s most sacred city
Varanasi Immersion:
Sarnath: Buddhist pilgrimage to where Buddha gave his first teachings
Shiva Ghat, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, MAA Annapurna Temple and more.
Float Trip Ganga Aarti
STAY: Kavana -
Day 13: Return Home
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hotels and daily events are subject to change.
Core Retreat:
Rishikesh, Jaipur, Agra, Vrindavan
11.1-11 2023
$3,333
With +Adventure Pass
Varanasi
11.1- 14 2023
$4,242
Highly suggested!
We are overjoyed to share this sacred journey with you. You are in excellent hands with guides who have collectively spent over 18 months traveling through India. We have a supportive team of Indian friends on the other side who will make sure you are fully taken care of. We joyfully await to join hearts and Flourish in India with you soon!
FAQ
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Indian E-Visa
Although the processing time is usually 4 to 5 days, it's also common for applicants to receive their visas within 24 hours of completing their application. There's no need to go to an embassy or consulate in person
3 Steps:
Apply Online
Receive electronically
Enter India -
We will meet in Delhi on the morning of November 3rd. However, due to the distance and time difference, we recommend you depart on November 1st (if flying from the USA) to arrive on November 2nd or 3rd in Delhi, India.
If you are not staying for the +Adventure pass exploration of Varanasi, you will depart from Delhi on November 12th and arrive back in the USA on November 11th.
If you choose our +Adventure Pass, you will depart from Delhi the evening of November 15th and arrive back on November 14th!
Once you purchase your Flourish India tickets, we will be happy to support you in choosing flights and organizing your travel plans 🙏
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Are there COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. Citizens? No.
Is a negative COVID-19 test (PCR and/or serology) required for entry No.
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The average temperature in Rishikesh and Varanasi during the month of November is 85° / 55,° with an average of zero days of rain.
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You don’t need to over pack. There are many places to purchase beautiful Indian attire along the way.
Passport + e- Visa
Wallet
Cash (US Dollars)
Modest clothing
long sleeves to beat the heat
linen pants
short sleeves
skirts + comfortable dresses
Scarf/shawl (although you can get everything you need in India for very cheap!)
Yoga practice attire
Swimsuit (modest)
Good walking shoes
Electronics + Books for flights
International travel power adaptor
Power bank
Ear plugs
Day pack
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PAYMENT PLAN
Our payment plan allows you to pay for your India Pilgrimage Retreat in three equal installments. If you choose this option, please contact us directly and we will send you a 66% discount code (which means you will pay 33% up front on our website) and make the following payments through Zelle, Paypal, Venmo, or Wire Transfer. For discount code, email us at info@peaceloveflourish.com or Direct Message us on Instagram @beflourish.
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You will receive a full refund if cancellation occurs before August 1st.
You will receive a 50 % refund if cancellation occurs from August 1-31.
Tickets are non-refundable starting September 1st