A personally guided 17-day journey through Govardhan Ecovillage, Mumbai and Māyāpur, combining Bhakti yoga, Ayurveda, meditation, kīrtana, sacred pilgrimage and restorative time in nature.
From US$1,495Early bird until 31 December 2026 · Reserve the complete journey with US$249.
Set within the sacred forests and temples of Govardhan Ecovillage, the Sacred India Retreat is a deeply restorative immersion into Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, Vedic wisdom, mantra, meditation, and sustainable wellbeing.
During this retreat, you will experience a slower, more intentional rhythm of living — and an opportunity to reconnect with yourself more deeply: physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Forest sanctuaries. Ancient temples. Golden evenings filled with kirtan. A personally guided journey into the beauty, wisdom and devotion of India — shared with a small circle of fellow travellers.
Govardhan Ecovillage · Juhu & Mumbai · Mayapur
24 September–10 October 2027 · 16 nights
24 September–1 October
Your sanctuary in the Sahyadri foothills.
Wake to the quiet of the forest. Practise yoga, walk through sacred gardens and gather for kirtan as the evening lamps are lit. Eight deeply nourishing days bring you into the heart of a living spiritual community.
2–4 October
Ancient wonders. Golden evenings by the sea.
Discover the beauty of Juhu temple, cross the harbour to the rock-cut sanctuaries of Elephanta, and share kirtan beside the Arabian Sea. This coastal chapter brings sacred history and the warmth of shared experience together before our journey continues to Mayapur.
4–10 October
A deeper encounter with the heart of Bhakti.
Continue to Mayapur for six unforgettable nights beside the sacred rivers of Bengal. Enter magnificent temples, visit the ashrams of revered teachers and explore Kalna’s extraordinary architecture, with morning practice and personal reflection woven throughout.
The stillness of the mountains. The warmth of new friendships. The sound of kirtan beneath an evening sky. We will guide you through an unforgettable experience of sacred India, with meaningful practice, personal care and memories you will carry home.
Destination photography: Incredible India (Juhu temple); WanderOn (Elephanta); TOVP (Mayapur). Kalna: Sudipta Maulik, CC BY-SA 4.0; resized and cropped for display.
Govardhan Ecovillage is an internationally awarded sanctuary built around sustainability, conscious living, spirituality, ecology, and simplicity. Surrounded by forests, mountains, and sacred spaces, the environment offers space for rest, reflection and restoration.
For many people, simply slowing down in this place begins shifting something profound internally — long before any practice begins.
Stay in shared deluxe double rooms with air conditioning at Govardhan Ecovillage and Juhu temple, with Soul to Soul Guesthouse in Māyāpur on the complete journey. Peaceful surroundings offer space for rest and reflection.
Three vegetarian, sattvic meals per day are included throughout the retreat. In Juhu, a celebratory buffet brings together more than 60 preparations. Snacks can be purchased separately. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated where possible.
Accommodation, three daily meals and the transport listed above are included for your selected itinerary. Contact us about room preferences, dietary needs or travel arrangements.
Retreat guide · Ayurvedic practitioner · Yoga Therapist · Vedic astrologer
Nrikeśarī is an Ayurvedic practitioner, Yoga Therapist and Vedic astrologer trained under Dr Vasant Lad, Dr Jayarajan Kodikannath, Pandit Sanjay Rath, Freedom Cole and A. G. Mohan. He brings these traditions together in grounded, practical guidance that supports each guest throughout the retreat.
Yoga teacher · Bhakti yogi · Kirtan singer · Shilpa Shastra artist
Ganga Mata brings together yoga, devotional singing and sacred art, inviting movement, creativity and devotion as expressions of Bhakti. Her sessions offer a warm, embodied space to explore practice through both stillness and joyful participation.
AOD counsellor · Certified breathwork practitioner · Bhakti yogi
Nanda is an AOD counsellor, breathwork practitioner and former Bhakti yoga monk with more than a decade of experience in spiritual communities across South America, India and Australia. His approach combines compassionate support, breath-led awareness and lived experience of community practice.
Yoga teacher · Wellness consultant · Bhakti yoga practitioner
Jahnava Sundari has studied and taught yoga since 2006. Half Indian and half Italian, she grew up in India and has spent many years immersed in yoga, Ayurveda, Bhakti and holistic wellness. After eight years as president of Cintamani Yoga, she now shares its approach internationally, combining traditional wisdom with practical tools for balance and personal transformation.
Prices are per person. Choose USD or EUR, then pay in full or reserve with a deposit and 10 monthly instalments.
Parts 1 & 2 · 24 September–4 October 2027
10 nights · Bhakti retreat and Sacred Mumbai
US$1,495
Current package price
US$249 today. Then 10 monthly instalments of US$124.60.
No separate later-season price has been announced for this option.
Parts 1–3 · 24 September–10 October 2027
16 nights · Govardhan Ecovillage, Mumbai & Māyāpur
US$2,495
Early-bird price until 31 December 2026
Regular price: US$3,495 from 1 January 2027.
US$249 today. Then 10 monthly instalments of US$224.60.
The complete-journey early-bird deadline is 31 December 2026 at 11:59 pm AEDT. View booking terms.
Arrive via Mumbai for the start at Govardhan Ecovillage on 24 September. Parts 1 & 2 end in Mumbai on 4 October. The complete journey continues that day by air to Kolkata and by road to Māyāpur, ending on 10 October.
Your Mumbai airport–GEV transfer, taxi back to Mumbai and ferry journey are included. The complete journey also includes the flight to Kolkata and taxi to Māyāpur. Confirm arrival times and meeting points with the team before booking your international flights.
Before reserving, tell Keśari about dietary requirements, accessibility needs, room preferences and any support you may need while travelling.
Meet your retreat guide, ask questions about accommodation, travel, practices or suitability, and discover whether Sacred India 2027 is right for you.
No advanced experience is required. The programme includes gentle yoga, breathing practices and meditation. Discuss any access needs with your guide before booking so you can decide whether the retreat is a suitable fit.
Yes, solo travellers are welcome. You will join a guided group for shared practices, meals and excursions. Please discuss your room preference before reserving; a roommate match or private room must be confirmed individually.
Yes, guests of all ages are warmly welcome. Whether you are travelling on your own, as a couple or with family, we would love to have you join us. Let Keśari know about any individual needs so we can help you plan a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The itinerary includes a mountain hike, temple visits, walking, a boat excursion and travel between destinations. Tell us about mobility needs and any activities you would prefer to skip before booking, so the team can confirm suitable arrangements rather than assume every activity will suit everyone.
Accommodation is in shared deluxe double rooms with air conditioning at Govardhan Ecovillage, Juhu temple accommodation and, for the complete journey, Soul to Soul Guesthouse in Māyāpur. Share any roommate preferences with the team. Private-room upgrades are subject to availability and an additional quoted cost.
Three vegetarian, sattvic meals per day are included throughout your selected retreat programme. Snacks are available at your own expense. Dietary requirements can be accommodated where possible; please share allergies and specific dietary needs in advance.
Yes. Two Ayurvedic spa treatments at Govardhan Ecovillage are included, such as Abhyanga (oil massage) or Shirodhara. Additional treatments are at your own expense. Individual Jyotiṣa and Ayurvedic consultations are not included.
The journey begins at Govardhan Ecovillage near Mumbai. Guests taking the complete journey continue from Mumbai to Kolkata and finish in Māyāpur; Kolkata is the onward-flight airport for that itinerary. Guests joining Parts 1 & 2 finish in Mumbai. Confirm arrival and departure times with the team before purchasing flights.
Yes. Your package includes the transfer from Mumbai airport to Govardhan Ecovillage, taxi transport back to Mumbai and the itinerary’s ferry journey. The complete journey also includes the Mumbai–Kolkata (Calcutta) flight and taxi transfer to Māyāpur. International flights are separate. Coordinate your arrival time and meeting point with the team.
Use the retreat call to discuss the itinerary and arrival arrangements. You are responsible for obtaining the visa and travel documents appropriate to your circumstances. Confirm the final itinerary with the team before arranging travel.
Travel insurance is not included in the advertised package. Please confirm the organiser’s insurance requirements before booking and check that any policy you choose covers your itinerary and circumstances.
Women are part of the facilitator team, and the itinerary includes shared group activities and women’s Bhakti circles. Discuss room sharing, airport arrival and any individual support needs with the team before reserving so those arrangements can be confirmed.
Bring comfortable clothing for yoga and walking, modest clothing for temple visits, suitable walking shoes, your travel documents and personal essentials. Ask the team for the final packing guidance for your selected itinerary.
Yes. Your reservation deposit (US$249, or the EUR amount shown at checkout) is 100% refundable if you cancel at least six months before the retreat begins — by 24 March 2027. Contact Keśari to request your refund. For cancellations after this date or questions about other payments, please contact Keśari.
The payment plans take a US$249 deposit at reservation, then 10 monthly instalments: US$124.60 for Parts 1 & 2 or US$224.60 for the complete early-bird journey. Select EUR to see converted euro prices and pay in euros. The deposit and all 10 instalments are fixed in your selected currency when you book; the last instalment includes any rounding adjustment. The first scheduled payment starts one month after checkout, with monthly billing thereafter. If that date does not exist in the following month, it moves to that month’s final day. These amounts are before any separately applied voucher.
Join us for sacred places, nourishing daily practice and good company. Choose your journey and reserve your place with a deposit, or pay in full. I look forward to welcoming you to India.
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A private invitation · Sacred India 2027
Seventeen personally guided days across Govardhan Ecovillage, Mumbai, and Māyāpur — created for those who wish to enter India’s sacred life rather than simply pass through it.
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