Take time out from the stresses of daily living. Relax, unwind and connect to nature on the banks of the peaceful river Ganges at the foothills of the Himalayan mountains.
Yogaveda Wellness Subscriber, We have scheduled a get-together Saturday April 23, 3 - 4:00pm at Yogaveda
for those interested in finding out more about our
Mind, Body, Spirit Retreat
in Rishikesh, India - December 4 - 16, 2016.
Itinerary Overview
Your Journey with Nikki and Leah includes:
3 nights in a boutique hotel in Delhi. Includes breakfast, sightseeing and shopping.
4 nights at the beautiful Divine Resort overlooking the Ganges, located centrally in Laxman Jhula close to colourful shops and restaurants. Breakfast included.
5 nights to relax and unwind in a peaceful retreat location, includes your own room. The bungalows are located in a tranquil and secluded setting in the Himalayas surrounded by trees and gardens of organic fruit and vegetables, and have beautiful views of the Ganges. All Ayurvedically prepared meals, fresh from the garden, are inclusive.
Yoga classes twice daily with Nikki (open to all level) except excursion days.
Ayurvedic consultation and Ayurvedic full-body massage with Leah.
Two Excursions
Day trip to Devprayag visiting the sacred meeting place of two rivers – Alaknanda and Bhagriathi. Lunch included.
Day trip higher up into the Himalayas visiting the picturesque hilltop town of Mussorie, with lunch at Maharaja's Palace.
Cultural Program - traditional music/dance with Indian snack foods.
All transfers included, excluding airfares.
About Us
Nikki Leaf and Leah Albrecht, your Yoga and Ayurvedic practitioners and facilitators on your journey to Rishikesh, have had extensive experience travelling in India over many years and have developed close liaisons with local tour operators to make your trip a safe and enjoyable experience at all times. Our chosen accommodation is clean and comfortable and we favour good quality eating places at all locations.
Nikki Leaf is the director of the yoga centre at Yogaveda and has been teaching since 1987. She is also an Ayurvedic practitioner and integrates this knowledge into her teaching. Nikki focuses on developing a mindful yoga practise which is inspired by the Hatha/Iyengar style.
Leah Albrecht is the director of the Ayurvedic Studio at Yogaveda. Leah qualified as a Ayurvedic Practitioner in 2002 after a long-standing practise of yoga – its sister science. She went on to complete a post-graduate diploma in Marmapuncture (Ayurvedic Acupuncture) and traditional Chinese Acupuncture.
If you would like to join us please contact us very soon as we have limited places available.
