Mountain Whispers

Himalayan Retreat

Dwarahat Kumaon, India – 31 Oct – 7 Nov, 2026

Trip Overview

A 8-day all-inclusive wellness retreat in the heart of the Himalayas, combining sunrise yoga, Tibetan sound healing, sacred treks, meditation in an ancient cave, and deep immersion in mountain culture. Whether you’re seeking rest, renewal, or simply a moment to breathe, the mountains have a way of giving you exactly what you need.

This retreat isn’t about adding more to your life; it’s about returning to what’s already there. You’ll wake to mist over the peaks, move your body as the sun rises, sit in a cave where seekers have meditated for centuries, and share meals and stories with people who came, just like you, looking for something real. By the time you leave, the mountains will have done what they always do remind you who you are.

Daily Yoga & Breathwork • Tibetan Sound Healing • Sacred Treks • Cave Meditation • Sattvic Meals • Village Life

Total Duration

7 nights / 8 days

Grading

Light to Moderate

Trek Start / Ends

Delhi, India

Tour Style

Retreat

Tour Start / Ends

Delhi

Suggested Season

Oct – Nov

Accomodation

Hotel, Retreat Cottages and Guest house.

Trip Highlights

Neem Karoli Baba’s Ashram & Temple
Sacred trek to Mahavatar Babaji’s cave for meditation
Sukhadevi Temple, ancient goddess site with 360° Himalayan panoramas
Vaishnodevi Temple, Dunagiri Hill, one of the Himalayas’ most powerful sacred sites
Low intensity trek (for beginners) max elevation 3000 metres
Daily yoga, sound healing, mindfulness activities and sattvic meals from local produce
Village experience and bonfire under the Himalayan sky

Detail Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Delhi

31 Oct, Sat

Airport pickup and hotel check-in. Time to settle in and unwind after your journey. Evening: group introduction, briefing, and dinner together.

Day 2

Travel to Uttarakhand

1 Nov, Sun

Morning flight to Nainital region. Neem Karoli Babas ashram, Scenic mountain drive to Dunagiri retreat centre with a lunch stop en route. Evening briefing and early dinner.

Day 3

Retreat Begins

2 Nov, Mon

Early drive to Dwarhat. Settle in and connect with the surroundings. Afternoon activities begin at 4 PM. (Those arriving directly begin with a morning yoga session.)

Day 4

Babaji’s Cave Trek & Sukhadevi Temple

3 Nov, Tue

Morning yoga, then a sacred walk through quiet rural paths and Himalayan forest to Mahavatar Babaji’s cave for meditation. Evening: gentle local exploration. the legendary birthplace of Bharat, with sweeping 360° Himalayan views stretching for hundreds of kilometres.

Day 5

Vaishnodevi Temple, Dunagiri Hill

4 Nov, Wed

Morning yoga, then a visit to Vaishnodevi Temple — one of the Himalayas’ most revered sites of divine feminine energy, deeply transformative and steeped in ancient devotion. Afternoon retreat activities.

Day 6

Village Immersion

5 Nov, Thu

Morning yoga and retreat activities. Evening: heart-opening satsang, bonfire under the Himalayan sky, and village cooking — traditional recipes, local stories, laughter.

Day 7

Return Journey

6 Nov, Fri

Breakfast and scenic mountain drive back to Pantnagar. Afternoon flight to Delhi (6E7156, 14:45–15:45).

Day 8

Depart for home

7 Nov, Sat

Airport transfers arranged per your schedule. Staying on in Delhi? We’ll help extend your hotel booking or arrange alternative accommodation.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Action	Deadline	Terms
Deposit (20%)	By 30 July 2026	Non-refundable
Full payment	By 30 August 2026	—

Terms & Conditions apply.

Cost includes:

All ground and domestic transport (including flights) from Day 1 to Day 8 as per itinerary
Accommodation in Delhi, Nainital & Dunagiri as per itinerary
Full-board vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, tea & dinner) as per itinerary
Guided sightseeing in and around Dunagiri
Guided sightseeing and all retreat activities
Knowledgeable guide throughout

Cost excludes:

Personal, international or domestic flights or transportation getting to Delhi for Day 1 or departing Delhi after the end of the retreat on Day 9
Visas
Travel, medical & cancellation insurance
Personal expenses (beverages, laundry, calls, etc.)
Porter service for personal bags
Gratuities for staff
Any other costs not mentioned above

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Resources

Recommended Readings

Recommended Readings

01.

India THE ROUGH GUIDE
by David Abram, Devdan Sen, Harriet Sharkey and Gareth John Williams

03.

Footprint India
by Matt Barret & Annie Dare

02.

India: A Travel Survival Kit
by Lonely Planet

About Facilitator – Vaishali Thaker

Vaishali is a holistic wellbeing expert with over 17 years of experience guiding people toward clarity, inner healing, and personal transformation with clarity & purpose, across the Middle East and India. Her work weaves together sound healing, breathwork, Yoga-meditation, CST and sacred retreat experiences grounded in the belief that ancient wisdom and modern wellbeing are not separate paths.

Vaishali has been invited to speak at Forbes Middle East’s Healthcare Summit, Forbes Middle East’s Wellness Summit, and has presented at India’s Scientific Spirituality Conference. She has been honoured with the Splash Heart of Gold Award for her contribution to society and recognised by the Government of Fujairah for her role in the Fujairah Meditates for Peace initiative. With these experiences and many more, Vaishali brings a grounded sense of depth, sincerity, and credibility to every space she holds.