23rd January - 6th February 2025
Welcome Spiritual Seekers!
Are you ready for journey of transformation?
Join us for Mystic India Retreat, an extraordinary opportunity to reconnect with yourself and embark on a life-changing adventure.
Leave the daily grind behind and soothe your restless mind. Immerse yourself in profound wisdom and holistic well-being. Forge lasting bonds with like-minded souls. Immerse yourself in practices to still the mind, strengthen the body and soothe the soul. Explore sacred places of peace and enjoy palatable, nourishing, wholesome food with powerful kirtans.
What Awaits You...
Explore your journey through India
Mumbai (23rd-25th Jan): Begin your journey with the vibrant spiritual community at ISKCON Chowpatty and take part in the exclusive flower festival with H.H Radhanath Swami.
Govardhan Eco Village (26th-30th Jan): Nestled in the peaceful countryside, this award-winning eco-community offers a perfect blend of spirituality and sustainability. Participate in workshops, yoga sessions, and explore the lush, organic farms.
Mayapur (30th Jan - 6th Feb): Conclude your journey in the spiritual capital of the world, i,e., Mayapur, the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Explore the magnificent temples, participate in bhajans, and connect with the rich Vaishnava traditions.
Meet Your Guides
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Radhanath Swami
Radhanath Swami is a respected spiritual teacher, an activist and New York Times Bestselling author of "The Journey Home" (autobiography) and "The Journey Within.
In youth, he travelled to different countries in search of spirituality, which took him hitch-hiking from Europe to the Middle East and India, where he found Bhakti Yoga and met his beloved teacher, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.
Radhanath Swami’s message is to love our true inner self and selflessly serve others with our enthusiasm and skills. In that way, we can be genuinely happy, impact the world with our uniqueness and work together in a spirit of unity and diversity.
Radhanath Swami teaches spirituality throughout Europe, Asia and America. He’s spoken at universities: Oxford, Cambridge, Princeton, Harvard and Stanford and in corporations: HSBC, Microsoft, Facebook, Starbucks HQ, Google, Intel and Oracle.
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Shyamananda Das
Shyamananda das is a senior disciple of Radhanath Swami. He is a motivational monk, experienced life coach, facilitates retreats for groups coming from the U.S. to India and travels to the U.K. and U.S. to share his wisdom.
He writes insightful and practical posts on LinkedIn to inspire wisdom for application.
Pricing and Inclusions
£1950 - early bird price until June 30th 2025
What’s Included in the Price?
The international and domestic flights
Accommodation for duration of the trip
Transfer to and from the airports
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
A boat ride in the River Ganga and the chance to take a dip (Optional)
Visiting various pilgrim places in Mayapur
Guided trips during the retreat
Talks by various monks
What’s NOT Included in the Price?
Indian visa
Transfer in the UK
Travel insurance
Explore exciting activities planned for you
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Flower Festival in Mumbai
Experience a unique flower festival at the Chowpatty Temple. Engage in a joyful flower fight, showering each other with petals in a spirit of love, community, and friendship. Enjoy kirtan music and a festival talk by H.H. Radhanath Swami.
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Kirtan (Mantra Meditation)
Participate in soul-soothing kirtans, which involve call-and-response chanting of sacred mantras with music. Kirtan sessions are a central part of the retreat's spiritual activities.
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Yoga Sessions
Daily yoga practices to rejuvenate and ground you. These sessions aim to strengthen the body, still the mind, and soothe the soul. Yoga sessions are held at various locations including Govardhan Eco Village.
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Ayurvedic Treatments
Holistic Ayurvedic treatments available at the Ayurvedic Clinic in Govardhan Eco Village. These treatments focus on balancing the body’s energies and promoting overall wellness.
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Nature Walks and Cow Feeding
Enjoy peaceful nature walks amidst the lush flora and fauna of Govardhan Eco Village. Participate in the fun activity of feeding the cows, which is a unique and heartwarming experience.
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Workshops and Wisdom Talks
Attend transformational workshops led by motivational monk Shyamananda Das. Evening talks by H.H. Radhanath Swami, including interactive Q&A sessions, are also a highlight.
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Visits to Historic Temples
Explore historic temples and birth places in Mayapur. These visits include spiritual storytelling to understand the significance of these sacred places.
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Sacred Arti Ceremonies
Participate in Arti ceremonies by offering candles or diyas with personal intentions, accompanied by spiritual singing. These ceremonies take place in the temple and by the Ganges Rivers.
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Community Connections and Reflections
Engage in community connections where attendees share reflections and experiences. These sessions foster a sense of belonging and shared spiritual growth.
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Dining and Social Gatherings
Enjoy delicious, nourishing meals and social gatherings with like-minded individuals. These gatherings provide opportunities for meaningful conversations and building friendships.
FAQ’s
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The retreat runs from 23rd January to 6th February 2024.
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The retreat costs £1950, which includes flights, accommodations, meals, activities, and all internal transfers. Personal expenses, travel insurance, and optional activities are not included.
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The retreat includes yoga, Ayurvedic treatments, meditation, workshops, evening talks with H.H. Radhanath Swami, water rafting, visits to historic temples, and kirtan sessions.
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Pack comfortable clothing including yoga pants/leggings, warm clothing for mornings and evenings, a refillable water bottle, sunglasses, sun lotion, personal medication, toiletries, and a swimming costume for the pool at Govardhan Eco Village.
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Accommodation is based on two people sharing rooms. Single rooms are available upon request at an additional cost.
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Attendees must have travel insurance and any necessary vaccinations. It's recommended to bring Indian rupees as there are limited money exchange facilities in India. A valid visa for India is also required.
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Cancellations can be made up to October 30, 2024, but a full refund will not be provided. Airline cancellation fees may apply, and some accommodation bookings are non-refundable. Internal flights are non-refundable.
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For internal flights, the luggage allowance is 15 kg for checked luggage and 7 kg for hand luggage. For international flights, the allowance is 2 bags at 23 kg each for checked luggage and 10 kg for hand luggage.