TEACHER TRAINGING
PELGRIMS RETREAT
North India 1-12 February 2026
small group . guided practice . cave and temple visits . comfortable rooms
Blossoming in Being
A transformative 12 day retreat-like pilgrimage in North India
1-12 February 2026
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The embrace of mother India.
She caresses and pinches, comforts and surprises you.
​She is beyond all imagination yet somehow she feel so familiar.
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Her dust a remembrance of impermanence, her holy river tells us of the miraculous unfolding of each moment.
Come join me on a unforgettable journey with like minded people.
Traveling slow and easy, with presence and in comfort.
Blending guided non-dual and devotional practice with visits to ancient sacred sites. ​
​Would you like to join us?
I have reserved rooms for us in two most favourite locations. They are welcoming, well organized and most importantly, just a few steps away from holy sites ánd on the banks of the Ganga.
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We will meet daily for sessions of guided silent meditation, mantra chanting or non-dual yoga.
In an atmosphere of peace, celebration, stillness, wonder, friendship and joy we will explore this holy land together.
Our meals will start with a mantra and we will enjoy most of them in silence.
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The fist weeks of February nights can still be cool, and you will feel so comfortable under thick warm blankets, listening to the birds welcoming the first sun rays with their mesmerising songs.
During the daytime the temperature rises quickly, it is the perfect time of the year to spend time in this part of India.​
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(In this photo I am sitting in my favourite cave)
The heart opening fragrance of a rose mala
the smoke of a holy fire burning in your eyes
Itinerary:
1-6 February: 5 nights in Kankhal
Our first guesthouse is situated near the holy river Ganga in one of India’s oldest pilgrim town Kankhal (Haridwar).
You will immediately feel at home in the beautiful clean and comfortable rooms.
At this location there will be one moment of practice together every day.
It can be silent meditation in the ashram or by the river side or singing in the wonderful acoustics of our guesthouse.
We will be served delicious home cooked sattvic food and we may have a meal at one of the luxurious restaurants in Haridwar.
I chose this place because it is connected to Anandamayi Ma, the female saint who during her lifetime and till today inspires many around the world. The Anandamayi Ma ashram, her last resting place, is within walking distance.
This is a very special place that carries the most loving energy and is very conducive for meditation and reflection.
There is a private ghat (steps to the water for offering) where we can sit peacefully for meditation.
Local people and visitors love to share about their childhood years spent in the company of Anandamayi Ma, a unique opportunity!
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I will take you to small, beautifully decorated old temples in the neighbourhood and the very impressive tantric Kali Temple. We will visit the bustling pilgrims bazaar of Haridwar and the fire ceremony at sunset.
I can introduce you to an excellent Vedic astrologer, if he is in town.​​​​​​​
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(Below you see photo's of Kankhal)
6-12 February: 6 nights in a nature retreat
On 6 February we will drive 2 hours along the Ganga to a retreat center surrounded by forested hills and farm land.
The majestic river Ganga will flow right beneath us.
Every day we will make use of the bright yoga hall with great acoustics and forest views.
It is the perfect place for our daily non-dual yoga sessions, including chanting and meditation.
My favourite cave to is just a short walk away, and this is also a wonderful spot to take a dip in the Ganga.
In this retreat center the cooks prepare delicious sattvic buffets for us, using organic vegetables from the garden.
Most of the rooms are in small nicely decorated cottages in gardens filled with flowers.
I will try to arrange a special fire ceremony with a local priest.
During our time here I will be available for private non-dual coaching sessions on request.
The venue also offers different kinds of ayurvedic massages.
Our time together will come to a close on the 12th after lunch.
Some participants may choose to stay a little longer, travel 40 minutes downstream to Rishikesh, go back to Delhi to catch a flight home or travel to other places.
Together with a local travel agency I will help organise your transportation to your next destination, and can recommend places to stay in Rishikesh.
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(Below your see photo's of where we will be staying)
Exchange:​​
885 per person
Early bird price till October 1st: 845 euro
I have one discounted place available for someone with a limited budget.
​Included:
Daily guidance and inspiring sharing about Indian culture.
Transportation to sacred sites etc.
Daily guided meditation chanting or meditative non-dual yoga practice
Visits to special temples, caves etc.
Not included:
Travel from your home to Kankhal.
Tourist Visa
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Vedic astrology reading, massages etc.
Travel from our last stay to your next destination
Rooms and meals (to be paid separately directly to our hosts, see below)
Extra snacks and drinks
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Stay and main meals and drinks at the venues:
Single rooms 550 euro.
Double room 410 euro
(For organisational reasons each participant will pay for their own room and meals)
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Your registration is complete after a non-refundable deposit of 300 euro.
The remaining amount can be payed in the first week of January 2026.
There will be a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 participants.
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Registration:
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Please send me an email to register or if you would like to receive more information.
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Before final registration I would love to connect with you and find out if this pilgrims retreat is what you long for.
I am happy to tell you all about it during a 30 minute zoom meeting.
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Are these dates not right for you, or would you like a custom private pilgrimage?
I am happy to create a tailored journey for you, just send me a message.
In case of an unlikely emergency situation on my side, I will make sure one of my experienced colleagues will take my place.
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I am looking forward to exploring and practicing with you!
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