The word Yoga derived from the Sanskrit word 'Yuj' which means 'join or Yoke, is best known as a type of exercise system that stretches and strengthens the body through various poses known as Asanas. But yoga goes far beyond just a mere exercise routine. One of the most compelling reasons to begin practicing is the holistic outlook it takes - working mind, body, and spirit. Yoga is practiced to join the body, mind and soul together, therefore forming a unified spiritual whole.

Meditation!
Meditation is an intensely personal and spiritual experience. The desired purpose of each meditation technique is to channel our awareness into a more positive direction by totally transforming one's state of mind. To meditate is to turn inwards, to concentrate on the inner self.

Day 01: Arrival in Delhi,
Reception in the airport, transfer to the hotel, O/N in hotel.

Day 02: Departure to Amritsar,by train, check in hotel, visit the city, O/N in hotel.
Amritsar: City has founded in 1577 by Ram Dass, the fourth Guru of the Sikh. It is the centre of the Sikh religion and the major city of Punjab state where the majority of Sikh lives. The name Amritsar translates as "Pool of nectar" the name of the sacred pool by which the Sikh Golden temple is built.

Golden Temple, the holiest shrine of the Sikh religion is in the centre of old part of town > The temple itself is surrounded by the lake which gave the town its name, causeway connects the temple in the middle of the pool and loudspeaker broadcasts a continuous reading of the Granth Sahib in Punjabi.The high priest of sikh who reads the holy book sits on the east side of the temple. The original copy of the Granth Sahib is kept in the golden temple and is occasionally taken out on procession. Pilgrims and visitors to the golden temple must remove their shoes and cover their head before entering the temple precincts.

Laxmi-Narayan temple: A large temple in the centre of a lake is dedicated to Lakshi-Narayan. here are number of mosque in the old city including the mosque of Muhammand jan with three white domes and splendor minars. Govindgarh fort to the south west of city which was built in1805

Indo- Pak Border (Bagha Border) to watch retreat ceremony-30 KM on the road toLahore is India-Pakistan Border. A visit to the border is an interesting experience especially at Sunset, when the retreat ceremony takes place with the Border Security Force on the Indian Side and the Sutlej Rangers on the Pakistanside putting up a well coordinated and spectacular display. The sound from the Bugles blown together from both sides paints past on the canvas when India and Pakistan were one, simultaneously Flags of the two nations are ceremoniously retrieved and lights are switched on marking the end of the day. Amidst thunderous applause today this point is the only land route open to approach Pakistanand central Asia.Return to hotel in the afternoon.

Day 03:Amritsar to Dharamsala, 190 km, 6 hours.
Afternoon check in hotel evening stroll in the crowd of Indo -Tibetan mixed culture in the street of Mecleodganj.night n hotel.

Day 04: Visit Dharamsala, (1830m.)
A former colonial retreat, Mcleodganj rose to prominance after the large scale exodus of Tibetan from their homeland in 1959. It is a residence of (OCEAN OF TRANQUILITY) His Holiness the Dalai Lama with the backdrop of the majestic Dhauladhar mountains. The Tibetan government in exile has been based here for over three and half decades. With traditional architecture designs drawn from Tibet the impressive Namgyal monastery is surrounded by row of prayer wheels and houses large life images of the Budha, admasambhava and Avalokteshwara. if time permit Tibetan handicraft centre can be visited,

Day 05: Dharam Sala to Palampur,
(via Kangra) Brijeshwari temple, Kangra fort and Musroor. Kangra is an old town where you will visit following temples and fort in ruin. Brijeshwari temple was a rich temple, but the invaders looted all the goods from the temple. In 1009, Mohamed Gajani took with him fabulous gold, silver and stone treasure. In 1360 Tuglaq has stolen the temple, but after Jahangir reign, it has been covered by silver pieces. In 1905 earth quake which destroyed completely. It has been rebuilt again. A fort in ruin in Kangra dominated to the Banner and Manghi. This has been invaded by the Mohamed again, Jahangir took it again and in 1620 again destroyed by the earthquake. Jawalaji, 34 km south of Kangra in Beas valley. The fort is situated on a precipitous cliff over hanging the Ban Ganga and Manjhi rivers. The ruins still dominate the the Kangra valley. One can enter the fort by a narrow path, It was protected by a number of gates named after its winner like, Jehangir, Ranjit singh and the British, At the top of the fort there was the palace of the Katoch kings. The Kangra fort was the seat of power of the Katoch Rajas from the time of its 234th Raja, Raja Susharma Chand Katoch, if not from the time of its first legendary Raja, Raja Bhoomi Chand Katoch onwards. It is said to be founded b Susharma

Chand Katoch, an ally of Kaurvas in the Mahabharata war. It was the ancient capital of katoch kingdom and symbol of power in the Punjab hill states.15 km south of Kangra, Masroor owns 15 temples carved in the rock in Indo-Aryan style, and linked with famous Ellora temple in Maharashtra.

Palampur, avenue by the pine - cedar this beautiful hill resort, situated on the foot hill of Dhauladhar, with mild climate, tea gardens with irrigation cannels, and lovely bungalows give its character of its owns. Dhauladhar range provide panoramic view of snowy ranges. The Nigal gorge 305 m wide yawing chasm through which roaring water of Bundla stream flows, is a rare sight during the monsoon. Main street of Palampur which is always crowded with a variety of people including Gaddi (Shepherds ) and gaily attired Gaddies women.

Day 06: Palampur to Rewalsar, Mandi, 137 km. O/N in simple guest house.
Visit Tea garden in Palampur and Shiva temple in Baijnath, continue to ewalsar.
Baijnath, 16 kms from Palampur. It is a famous for its temples which bear inscription fated A.D. 804, dedicated to Vaidhyanath. The temples are built in the Shikhera style and are remarkable for their proportion and architectural beauty.

Rewalsar (POOL OF ANCIENT WISDOM ) is like a Dark jewel on a wooded hillside, the sacred lake is identified as the sahar of yore Legend is that, this is a place from where Padma sambhava left for Tibet to spread the word of the Budha in the 8th century A.D.

There are three monasteries around the lake. Though rebuilt, the oldest one belongs to the Nyingmapa order and appropriately its central image is Padmasambhava adorned with prayer flags. The lake has tinny islands of floating reed in which the spirit of Padaymasambhava is said to be embodied.
Mandi is an important town of H.P. and the gateway of the Kullu valley. The earliest known ruler of Mandi and sukat was Dhirsen (AD765) who had come from Bengal and after defeating the Ranas and Thakurs of the areas established a kingdom for himself.

It is said that sage Mandavaya performed a long penance here from whom the town takes its name. It is know for its aesthetically carved shikhara style temples of Bhootnath, Triloknath, Panchvakra and Shyamakali at Tarna hill. The new Tarna Devi temple overlooking the valley, is also located here. Mandi is strategically situated at the meeting point of the roads from Chandigarh and Pathankot., night in hotel.

Day 07: Mandi to Manali, (1900 m.) 100 km.
Kullu Situated in the inner range of Himalaya, valley is more than 16 km as the crow flies from the foot hills that edge the plain of northern India and barely 80 km from the plateau of Tibet. It is famous for apple orchards, pine trees and its cheerful peoples, It is a valley of hundred of temples and deities, so it is called the valley of God. The Aryans gave the name to this valley is Kulantpitha, means " the end of the habitable world".

Day 08: First day Initiation and introduction of Yoga at Shri Hari Ashram Pranaya,
Asana for 2 hours, back to hotel for breakfast. Later local sight seeing. Visit Old Manali village, 3 km from the new Manali up temples on the hill, is said to be founded by sage Manu. Hadimba temple, About one km from the Manali stands the pagoda style temple of Hadimba Devi surrounded by the cedar forest in Dhungri. According to the legend, Bhima one of the Pandava' s brother fell in love with an aboriginal woman named Hadimba, the sister of local chief by the name of Hadimba and married her. Lunch break at 13h.free time, after 3 hours proceed for evening session of Pranayam and Meditation till late evening for 2 hours.

Day 09: Demonstration and Practice of Asanas, Pranayama.
Breakfast, sight seen to vashisht, 3 km after crossing the Beas river ancient temple dedicated to sage Vashisht. The sulphur hot spring of Vashist are endowed with healing power. After lunch join evening session of meditations, Asana, meditation Silence sitting, Yoga therapy and discussion.

Day 10: Practice of Yoga, Morning practice Pranayam & Asana,
After breakfast sight seen to Nagar castle an ancient capital of Kullu Raja till A.D. 1660, now converted in to hotel, overlooks the entire Beas valley. Art gallery. Ancient temples of Tripura sundari and Shiva, if time permit the way back at Jagatsukh an ancient Shikhra style shiva temple and Gaitri Devi temple can be visited, By evening join evening session of Yoga, meditation Silence sitting , Yoga therapy and discussion.

Day 11: Yoga Practice
Morning Yoga Practice/demonstration, Breakfast, free day, evening , evening session Answer and question. evening free, night in hotel.

Day 12: Manali to Delhi:16 hours, 570 kms.
Free Morning, afternoon transfer to bus station, by evening bus to Delhi, night in bus.

DAY 13: Arrive Delhi,
Transfer to hotel, half day sight seen, evening transfer to airport flight to onward destination.

Cost per person: Departure from 2 person onward