Tapovan 

Dates : 16th & 17th October 2025

Altitude: 4,463 m

And finally, we arrive at Tapovan (4,463 m) – the crown jewel of this sacred Himalayan pilgrimage. For millennia, sages and seekers have walked to this high-altitude meadow, braving snow, wind, and silence – not for adventure, but in response to the call of inner fire. Great rishis like Swami Tapovan Maharaj, Swami Sundarananda, and countless nameless ascetics have meditated here, seeking divine union through silence, austerity, and surrender. Even today, a solitary monk resides in a hand-built stone cottage amidst these towering peaks, holding the timeless thread of tapas through his unwavering presence. And in this very cottage, we are blessed to stay – resting where the Himalayas themselves seem to bow in silence.

By 18th October evening, we will return back to Gangotri where the retreat concludes. Departure is on 19th October by 6 am for the airport (Rishikesh/Dehradun)

Gaumukh

Dates : 15th October 2025

Altitude: 3,780 m

We then journey to Bhojbasa (3,780 m), the final campsite before reaching the sacred glacier of Gaumukh (4,023 m), where the mighty Ganga emerges from the snout of the glacier in a roar both ancient and awe-inspiring. Nestled in the wide, open valley carved by time and ice, Bhojbasa offers a rare stillness – where we stay in comfortable accommodations (either a cozy lodge or Swiss tents with beds and blankets) embraced by the silence of the high Himalayas. Just a few meters away, the Bhagirathi River flows clear and strong, its icy waters tracing their first steps into the plains. The vastness of the sky here is humbling – by day, deep blue and endless; by night, a theatre of stars. With little light pollution and crisp, clear air, stargazing at Bhojbasa becomes a sacred ritual – where constellations feel just an arm’s reach away, and each breath draws you deeper into the timeless rhythm of the mountains. In mid-October, the air is sharp, the land bare, and the purity of this region lingers in your memory like a prayer whispered to the wind.

Gangotri

Dates : 13th & 14th October 2025

Altitude: 3,415 m 

As we gradually ascend to Gangotri (3,415 m), allowing our bodies to acclimatize and our minds to slow down, we enter a realm where the sacred and the everyday merge. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and deodar forests, Gangotri marks the mythic origin of the Ganga’s descent, with the white marble Ganga Mandir by the Bhagirathi River at its spiritual heart. Here, witnessing the aarti and meeting monks who live in caves nearby offers a glimpse into a life of deep simplicity and devotion. The post-monsoon months of September and October bring clear skies and apple-laden orchards, adding to the valley’s charm. En route, we pause at the tranquil village of Harsil, known for its serene beauty, apple orchards, and riverside calm – a perfect stop to absorb the stillness of the mountains.

Uttarkashi 

Dates : 11th & 12th October 2025

Altitude: 1,150 m

We begin in Uttarkashi (1,158 m), where the Bhagirathi – the first stream of Ma Ganga – flows steadily beside a peaceful ashram that will be our home for the first few days. At this lower altitude, we gently prepare the body and mind through holistic yoga, asana, movement, breathwork and meditation. We explore yoga as a living, holistic system – one that touches every aspect of daily life: nutrition, sleep, stress, emotions, hormonal balance, and the deeper questions of our time.