HOLI RETREAT
ॐ Namaste & Welcome to the Land of Spirituality ॐ
Retreat: “The Power of Colors” – Rishikesh, India
We are Migrated Monks two wandering souls traveling across the world, moving from village to village, learning from ancient cultures, nature, monks, sages, and seekers.
Through every journey, we reconnect with our body, soul, and spirit and now we are opening this sacred circle for you.
Join us in Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga and a sanctuary of divine energy at the foothills of the Himalayas.
A space to slow down… to breathe… to feel… and to come home to yourself.
🌈 The Journey: Through Chakras & Colors
Over 10 transformative days, we will explore the 7 Chakras their colors, their vibrations, and their deep wisdom.
Each day is designed to open, balance, and harmonize your inner world.
Together, we will experience:
🌅 Morning guided meditation & traditional yoga
🥣 Shared nourishing vegetarian meals
🌿 Free time to wander Rishikesh — sip chai, explore local crafts, sit by the Ganges
🛕 Visits to temples, ashrams, hidden waterfalls & sacred spots
🎨 Creative evenings — painting, writing, kirtan, intuitive movement, singing circles, sunset moments, and the sacred Ganga Aarti
You will also join everyday self-massage workshop led by Elena Marie, a practitioner with over 15 years of experience in therapeutic bodywork.
And meet Ayushman Gautam, from India specializing in meditation, art, nature baths, and yoga.
As a local, he carries deep wisdom of Indian spirituality and culture, which he will lovingly share with you.
Celebrating Holi Together
This retreat aligns with Holi, India’s festival of colors, joy, and renewal.
A rare chance to celebrate life in full vibrance through laughter, color, and pure freedom.
Where We Stay
A peaceful retreat home near the Ganga, overlooking lush Himalayan hills.
Fresh local food, quiet corners, and a serene environment to rest, reconnect, and rise.
Everyone Is Welcome
You do not need experience, flexibility, or prior spiritual practice.
Come as you are with an open heart.
Your presence is enough.
Discovering Rishikesh
Rishikesh is the world’s spiritual capital — full of ancient wisdom, vibrant culture, and transformative experiences.
During your free time, we will guide you toward optional experiences such as:
Ayurvedic treatments
Massage therapy
Cooking classes
Art therapy
Kirtan & satsang
Women’s circles
And the best cafés, markets, and local gems
We will also share a personalized map of our favorite places so you can explore freely.
A Holistic, Soul-Led Experience
Each day you will practice yoga, meditation, art therapy, and sound healing in a grounded, natural, and holistic way.
You will discover spiritual India and also discover more of yourself.
This retreat is created with love, intention, and deep trust in the inner journey.
We hope it meets your desires, your dreams, your needs…
And that together, we experience the magic of this sacred land.
With Love,
Migrated Monks
Tour itinerary
Retreat “The Power of Colors” – A Journey Through the 7 Chakras
🕉️ Meditation · Yoga · Breathwork · Massage · Sound Healing · Dance · Expression
📍 Rishikesh, India
📅 February 25 – March 6, 2026 (+ optional 2-day Taj Mahal extension)
Duration: 10 days
General Theme: The Power of Colors – Chakras & Holi
Each color is a vibration, a wave that activates our energy centers, the chakras. By harmonizing them, we cultivate balance between body, mind, and soul.
Each day, you will explore one chakra through a specific emotion, sound, breath, and movement.
Meditations, inspired by the Vipassana tradition, will invite you to observe the breath, sensations, and the present moment in silence.
We will guide you through yoga, breathwork (pranayama), sound healing, mantras, and self-massage – with private massage available as an option.
A colorful, vibrant, and deep experience, aligned with the energy of Holi.
Welcome to India. You will land in Delhi.
Here, everything changes. You’ll let go of what you thought you knew about life.
You’ll release old habits, judgments, and inner rules.
Welcome to another world, a place of freedom and infinite possibilities.
- Brunch in Delhi (included in the price of the stay)
- Departure by bus to Rishikesh (around 5 hours, depending on your landing time).
Opening Ceremony – Welcome Circle
A sacred moment to set your intentions, meet the group, and gently begin your inner journey.
Dinner at the stay (included in the price of the stay)
We begin by setting our intention on the root chakra, the starting point of all energy. Located at the base of the spine, it represents our foundation, our connection to the Earth, and the feeling of being safe in our body and the world.
Theme: safety, stability, confidence
- 7:00–9:00 am: Yoga – Pranayama (Purification ritual in the sacred Ganges, directly flowing from the Himalayas)
- 9:30 Breakfast
- Free time to expore.
- 3:00–4:00 pm: Intuitive writing “Roots of my being” – How do you feel today in your body, in your presence on Earth?
4:00-5:00pm Guidance: Self-massage of the feet and legs
- Sunset and ceremony of ganga arti
- Dinner
- 9:00 pm – Chanting and Meditation
We set our intention on the belly, our first brain the one that holds everything we feed it, through food but especially through undigested emotions. These emotions remain stored in the sacral chakra, often making us close off out of anxiety.
Theme: emotions, sensuality, movement
- 7:00–9:00 am: Yoga – Pranayama
- 9:30am Breakfast
- 3:00 -5:00pm Breathwork and soundhealing
- Sunset and ganga arti
- Dinner
- 9:00 pm – Meditation
Imagine a bright ball of fire inside us. It brings light, but it can also burn when we hold emotional pain. When we forget to breathe, the diaphragm tightens and our inner fire dims.
Theme: willpower, strength, inner fire
- 7:00–9:00 am: Yoga – Pranayama
- 9:30am Breakfast
- 3:00–4:00 pm: Guidance – Self-massage of the diaphragm
- Dinner
- 9:00 pm – Meditation
The heart is the center of love, forgiveness, and gratitude. Each heartbeat reminds us that we are alive.
Today, we take the time to listen to it, honor it, release the wounds, and open to unconditional love—for ourselves and others.
In the present moment, we choose peace, gratitude, and forgiveness.
Theme: love, forgiveness, gratitude
- 7:00–9:00 am: Yoga – Pranayama
- 9:30am Breakfast
- Free time
3:00–4:00 pm: Guidance: Self-massage of arms and hands
- Sunset and ganga arti at pramath niketan
- Dinner
- 9:00 pm – Chanting and Meditation
- Excursion: Sunrise mountain viewpoint hike 🌄 + Silent meditation at dawn(more information 1 day before hike)
We are blessed with the gift of speech. We can express what we feel, think, love, or hurt. Speak with authenticity, from the heart. Listen deeply to yourself and to others. Communication is a sacred exchange.
Theme: communication, authenticity, listening
- 7:00–9:00 am: Yoga – Meditation
- 9:30am Breakfast
- 11:00–11:30 am: Guidance: Self-massage of the shoulders and neck
- 1:30- 4:00pm explore the Bithal Ashram
- Sunset and ganga arti
- Dinner
- 9:00 pm – Meditation
The third eye is the inner eye—it doesn’t need to see to understand. It perceives through intuition, inner clarity, and wisdom. When everything is quiet, we know from within.
Theme: clarity, intuition, inner vision
- 7:00–9:00 am: Yoga – Pranayama
- 9:30am Breakfast
- 3:00 to 5:00pm Sound healing and breathwork
- Sunset ganga arti
- Dinner
- 9:00 pm Meditation
We set our intention on the crown chakra, our gateway to infinity. Located at the top of the head, it connects us to the divine, the universe, and all that is beyond.
Theme: divine connection, peace, purity
- 7:00 to 9:00am yoga and meditation
🌸 Holi Celebration – Festival of Colors!
The symbol of purification and rebirth.
Holi is a grand celebration: a burst of joy, laughter, and light—symbol of love’s victory and renewal.
Each color carries an energy:
❤️ Red – vitality and passion
🧡 Orange – creativity and warmth
💛 Yellow – clarity of mind
💚 Green – truth and trust
💜 Purple – transformation and spiritual connection
This day, we will dance in the colored dust of joy—a living ritual to honor our chakras, emotions, and the beauty of being alive.
- 8:00–9:30 am: Closing circle by the Ganges
- 11:00 am: Brunch
- 1:30 pm: Transfer to Delhi
- Dinner and overnight stay in Delhi (included)
Departure from Delhi to Agra (around 4h drive)
Visits:
🌟 Agra Fort: Dive into Mughal history through this majestic red sandstone fortress, the former residence of the emperors. A powerful symbol of refinement and empire.
🕌 Itimad-ud-Daulah (“Baby Taj”): A delicate marble mausoleum, precursor to the Taj Mahal, with intricate inlays—a fine example of early Mughal architecture.
🌿 Mehtab Bagh: Enjoy a serene walk in these peaceful gardens facing the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River—ideal for sunset views.
Overnight in Agra (included)
At sunrise, we discover the Taj Mahal, one of the world’s wonders—a timeless symbol of love and devotion.
We’ll spend about two hours soaking in its luminous beauty and gardens.
- Sunrise at the Taj Mahal
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Return to Delhi (shopping if time permits)
- Dinner and overnight in Delhi
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Including
- Accommodation
- Breakfast and Dinner
- All Domestic Travel Transport Delhi-Rishikesh & Rishikesh-Delhi
- Taj mahal Tickets
- Spiritual retreats Activity (Yoga, Meditation, Sound healing , workshops, Self Massage etc.)
- 1 Holistic free Massage
- Holi Color powder
- Opening and Closing Ceremony
- Local food Experience
- Visa and flight related support 24/7 throughout the retreats.
- Massage and art workshope
- The hotel night in delhi 5th march
Excluding
- Flight Tickets
- Visa fees
- Lunch
- Extra expense
- Travel Insurence (mandatory)
- The optional activities offered
Total price: 1299USD including VAT
(not including the flight).
Optional extras:
For those who want a single room, the supplement is: 400 USD.
For those who wish to add the Taj Mahal with delhi extension, the prices are:
175 USD per person (shared room) and 230 USD per person (single room).
Payment in 2 installments:
Payment 1 (booking): 25% of payment
Payment 2 (balance due after arrivel day 1)
The options (single room and/or Taj Mahal extension) will be paid with the 2nd payment.
Payment and cancellations
Payments can be made by bank transfer, (all major cards and most currencies). 25% of payment In advance is required to secure your position on the tour. and 75% payment after when you reached Here
Tour cancellation policy
If you need to cancel your tour for some reason, our cancellation policy is:
- 2 month in advance: 75% refund minus deposit
- 1 month in advance: 50% refund minus deposit
- with in week in advance: Too last minute! No refunds, but we can move your payment (minus deposit) to another tour.
- Refeund: if the retreat is cancelled due to a lack of participants or other force majeure event on our part, then the entire amount paid will be refunded.
Any question? Would you like to speak with our team on the phone? It’s possible!
We support and gave you best experience
- Daily yoga, meditation, Pranayama(Breathwork), Self Massage class etc.
- Comprehensive workshops including: knowledge sharing (yoga philosophy) followed by a discussion period, kriya & breathing exercises, postures, relaxation, Self care by massage.
- Sound healing with Pranayama which calm and gave you inner peace.
- One-on-one sessions as needed, in addition to workshops during free time.
- The aim is that this yoga immersion experience will allow you to overcome certain blockages both during and after the retreat
- we are here to support you with everything related to your journey visa, flights, logistics, or any guidance you may need. Our team is always available.
- At Migrated Monks, this retreat is not just a 10-day journey with us it is the beginning of a long-term path toward self-care, clarity, and inner peace.
Even after the retreat, we remain available for you, guiding you whenever you need support on your spiritual pathExperiencing India, the birthplace of yoga, is often surprising, transformative, and deeply personal.
We are here to guide you through this journey one that always unfolds beyond expectations because of the powerful energy of this sacred land.
This isn’t just our belief it is the lived experience of many who have joined us in recent retreats.
Customized experiences
Rishikesh is full of activities!
From experience, we know that we never have enough time to do everything. To avoid frustration as much as possible, we suggest you take some time off during retirement to:
- Take a gentle walk along the Ganga, from Laxman Jhula to Ram Jhula and Janki Bridge — a path full of culture, local food, vibrant colours, and the everyday life of Rishikesh. It’s simple, authentic, and full of joy.
- Discover the small cafes and restaurants with gardens, hidden gems, or those with colorful local menus.
- Take care of yourself with massages or various treatments offered in Ayurvedic centers.
- Go shopping! (clothes, know about crystal and here actully very good and cheap stones)
- Taking your self to different kind of extra learning classes classes of all types, meditation, satsang, tantra…
- Booking panchkarma sessions, cold baths, art therapy, cooking classes…
- Participating in satsangs (yoga philosophy), kirtans (chants) or ecstatic dance sessions
- In the evening, sit by the sacred riverbanks and become part of the mesmerising Ganga Aarti, a ceremony of light, devotion, and pure spiritual beauty.
- explore the small waterfalls in nature for meditation and relaxation.
- Flow with the Ganga’s energy and try activities like river rafting — a completely safe and thrilling experience that helps you overcome fear and reconnect with courage.
- Get a tattoo! (henna or “for real”)
- and more when you explore you will know better.
So… ready to step into an
experience that transforms
you in the land of Yoga?