6-Day Yoga Retreat at Rishiganga Yogshala
Rishiganga Yogshala - Rishikesh · Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
About this retreat
Rishiganga Yogshala stands in Tapovan, near Laxman Jhula Road in Rishikesh, a short walk from the Ganga. Its six-day yoga retreat is built on Hatha yoga, pranayama and meditation, with a sattvic vegetarian diet and a stay in a standard room. Teachers guide each session. Mornings begin with Hatha yoga and breakfast, followed by an excursion around Rishikesh before lunch. Evenings are for pranayama and meditation, then dinner. The programme suits beginners starting a yoga routine, people wanting rest and quiet, working professionals who want time away from screens, and travellers curious about wellness and spirituality in India. Guests with medical conditions should tell the Yogshala before arriving.
Benefits
- Time to rest and step away from daily stress
- A daily routine of Hatha yoga, pranayama and meditation
- May help you feel more relaxed and balanced
- A spiritual setting beside the Ganga
- A chance to meet other guests who share an interest in wellness
Itinerary
Day 1
Check in at 11:00 AM. Lunch, then pranayama and meditation from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM and dinner.
Days 2 to 5
Each day has Hatha yoga from 7:00 AM, breakfast, a Rishikesh excursion until 1:00 PM, lunch, pranayama and meditation from 5:00 PM and dinner at 7:00 PM.
Day 6
Morning yoga from 7:00 AM, breakfast and check out at 10:00 AM.
Inclusions
- Stay in a standard room
- Sattvic vegetarian meals
- Daily yoga and meditation classes
- Guided excursions around Rishikesh
Exclusions
- Flights and airport transfers, unless stated otherwise
- Personal or medical travel insurance, and trip cancellation cover
- Passport, visa and permit costs
- Meals outside the retreat itinerary
- Alcoholic and specialty drinks
- Laundry, phone calls, personal shopping, tips and donations
- Therapies, excursions and sightseeing not part of the package
- Medical care, consultations and prescription medicines
- Fees for early arrival or late departure, if not arranged beforehand
- Personal yoga mats, props or clothing, unless provided
- Stays before or after the retreat dates
- Room upgrades and special requests
Accommodation
Standard Room
Who can join
Suits beginners and intermediate practitioners, people looking for rest, and working professionals wanting a break from screens. Guests with medical conditions should speak with their doctor and with the centre first.
Frequently asked questions
What does the six-day retreat at Rishiganga Yogshala involve?
Guests follow a daily programme of Hatha yoga, pranayama and meditation, eat sattvic meals and join guided excursions.
Who can join this yoga retreat in Rishikesh?
Beginners, intermediate practitioners and anyone looking to relax and explore spiritual practice.
When is the ideal season for a yoga retreat in Rishikesh?
The retreat can be attended through the year, but October to March is described as ideal for pleasant weather and calmer river flows.
Are there any health restrictions?
Guests with medical conditions should speak with their doctor and tell the Yogshala before arrival so instructors can adjust practices.
What do the six-day packages cover?
Accommodation, meals, and daily yoga and meditation classes.
What should I carry to Rishiganga Yogshala?
Pack comfortable yoga clothes, toiletries, a refillable water bottle and an open mind.