SACRED JOURNEY the himalayan foothills
NOVEMBER 2025
10 days devoted to nurturing your innermost self
- Nourish your spiritual heart, enhance your connection to the energy of Shiva and Shakti - the dance of Divine masculine and feminine creativity. - Experience the mystical power of the Himalayan Foothills. Soak up the Divine grace of Ma Ganga.- Rejuvenate your core being, the space from where we meet Life. Return to your world with a radiant mind, heart and spirit.Answer the calling of sacred sites
Legend says that we hear the calling of this land when we’re ready to go deeper. It’s a great blessing to embark on a journey like this one. The veil is thinner here, with a life altering potential. Our practice is naturally elevated in the energy field of the countless masters who came before.This is 100% true in our experience, come and partake in this grace for yourself. 
Daily practices to enliven your inner connection
Release limitations to your possibilities in the Yogic way. Access states of expansive bliss, grounded clarity and unbounded love. Discover and engrain what it feels like to embody your own essence. Immerse yourself in a stream of liberating wisdom for equanimity in all of Life‘s circumstances. Go to the source
The authentic sprit of Yoga is beyond a set of exercises we do on a mat. Yoga is wholeness, a technology for radical aliveness and fulfilment in our lived experience. The full spectrum of Yogic technology is working with: meditation, yagya fire ceremonies, mantra, sankalpa intentions, yoga journeys, satsang wisdom talks, puja rituals, lays movements & kirtan - all in a lively sangha community.
Take the inside track
You’re guide on this journey is Monika Vijh: Vedic Astrologer and Sattva Yoga Master teacher. Born and raised in India, she's lived in the West for the last 28 years. She's familiar with Indian ways, speaks the language. Having spent time connecting with the energy, land and people of this area, she would love to share local knowledge with you. The photos on this page are from her trips, there will be opportunities to capture some of your own. WALK IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MASTERS
This land is called ‘Tapobhoomi’, an energy vortex charged with the deep spiritual practice of countless Masters over thousands of years. Your connection and practice will be naturally elevated in the supportive field of an ancient tradition that breathes even alive today.
What’s on offer:
I’ll take you to handpicked spots where we’ve had powerful mystical openings and transformative experiences. Ma Ganga:
Stand on the river bank, your bare feet making direct contact with sacred land. Activate the power of your surrendered heart to offer your deepest intention into Her alchemical waters. For thousands of years, realised Beings have sought and attained blessings with the same ritual. Dysfunctional dynamics of lifetimes and generations are known to be healed and transmuted quickly, easefully, gracefully.Sattva Summit:
Commune with other seeking hearts from all over the world at a week long boutique, conscious gathering. You'll have the opportunity to sit in the company of living Masters and ask them your burning questions. Workshop different aspects of Yogic living, enjoy local delicacies and traditional art forms - and strengthen in your spiritual practice at the same time. Rishikesh:
Yoga capital of the world, soak up the unique atmosphere of the iconic ‘Jhulas’ (bridges). Wander with Sadhus, feed the cows, design your own Japa Mala, source your personal astrology gemstone. It’s a feast of deities, ashrams, herbs, shawls and everything you need for a rich sacred life. Haridwar:
The name ‘Haridwar’ means portal to God/dess. The love of Mother Goddess permeates the very air here. Fill the longing of your mystical heart with the abundance of potent Shakti temples and legendary sites: Kali temple founded on tantrik practices with an hidden sanctum for her Dasha Mahavidya forms; Anandmayi Ma's ashram and the 'samadhi' of her final resting place; Site of the famous 'Yagya' where Sati immolated herself and sparked Shiva's 'Tandava' across the Cosmos; Shakti temples of Manasa Devi and Chandi Devi; Neem Karoli Baba's Hanuman temple. This is for you if:
- You want to nurture your spiritual longing and feed your path. You’re ready for an intimate encounter with the mystical dimension of the Himalayan foothills. - Your spiritual life is a priority for you, and your practice could benefit from being in an environment of support. - Nature and beauty nourishes your soul. - You appreciate clean rooms, good food and convenient travel arrangements. 
Yoga is always now, are you hearing the call?
- You’re drawn to the culture of India, and would love to explore more in a group of heart centred individuals.- You want to receive authentic, life changing teachings of the Yoga tradition straight from the horses’s mouth. - You’re aware that Saturn or the Lunar nodes are currently activated in your birth chart, this trip is a powerful remedy for you. (You can request a reading if you’re not sure and would like to find out).The Journey
Intention setting: We’ll meet online on October 3rd to tune in deeper with our desires and intentions for this journey. Energy vortex in India: our intentions are refined, supercharged and delivered by the power of being on transformational land. Container: You’ll be held in a supportive space with regular check ins during our trip. Integration: We’ll regroup online again on December 4th to share our openings and benefit from others' insights. We get to acknowledge and appreciate each others' journey here, and celebrate our growth. 
trip itinerary DETAILS
You'll be collected from Dehradun airport, and have your own encounter with Ma Ganga very soon. SATTVA SUMMIT - boutique conscious gathering in Sattva Yoga retreat outside Rishikesh.Explore the jewels of Rishikesh.Haridwar, the concluding leg of our time together in India. We'll say our goodbyes on the afternoon of Nov 14th. You can start the return leg of your journey back home or choose to stay longer in India. Investment $5000 - single room basis - limited spaces
TESTIMONIAL from a participant on a recent SACRED JOURNEY:
Rishikesh is a place which offers its treasures gently. One by one. The first thing I noticed is the air, fresh and clear. However, encountering the river really sets the tone for this journey. Photographs cannot do justice to its luminousity and tone. The intensity of its blue waters surprises & captivates. Countless jewels are there to be discovered, and savoured. You want to slow down here to really take in the pace. Along the way there are adventures and joy which allow you to experience a life which you may not have seen before, nor lived before. It is a place of transformation. Just being in Rishikesh provides a contrast for your ideas of what you thought life could be. It's alive with spirituality, with Yoga, and with joyfulness. I’m grateful that I didn’t miss the opportunity to go on this special trip. The experience nourished my soul in a way that I didn’t expect. I came away with a quiet within, and feeling connected to my spiritual centre, and a community of people on a pilgrimage.Highlights of my trip: Morning Yoga sessions; The reflection of light reflected in the valley; Sighting of the Ganga river; Encounter with an Himalayan Hawk; Taking part in a Fire ritual at the Garuda temple; Offering Daana - food service - to school children at Swarg ashram; Spontaneous experiences and surreal adventures that can only unfold in such a place; Graffiti art in the Beatles ashram; Incredible memories and photographs.what’s Included:
Collection from Dehradun airport by car to Sattva Yoga retreat; Summit pass and accommodation in a deluxe room; 3 vegetarian meals for each full day; Welcome package; All excursions with the group; Daily guided yoga journeys and wisdom sessions with Master teachers.Travel to Rishikesh and Haridwar by car; Hotel stay and 3 x vegetarian meals for each full day in Haridwar; excursions with the group.Not included:
Travel to and from Dehradun; medical insurance and expenses; accidental damage; any personal experiences not included in the group experience like laundry, spa, snacks and specialty drinks; gratuities. Private Sacred Journeys with Monika can be arranged on request.