LIFE LOVE PEACE
LIFE LOVE PEACE
WAT
WAT HOLISTIC YOGA EXPEDITION
Freedom - Sun☀ Sea🌊 Yoga
-Feel your body, mind and soul...
About The Trip
Hello!
If you are looking for a warm place to spend this winter and want to improve your body and soul attention, there can be no better place than Goa, Gokarna and Hamppi, India.
We will take you on a meaningful spiritual Yoga journey, delving into the teachings of yoga at several renowned temples.
The tranquil nature of Yoga and the verdant spree of Goa might sound contrastingly different from each other, but still, a rare blend of both presents a great opportunity for an enchanting tour itinerary.
WAT Holistic Yoga Retreat Expedition is dedicated to self-discovery and spirituality. attunement is one such a rare experience illustrating the best of Goa's languid culture Through the prism of Yoga. In fact, it is a perfect Goa holiday option, whether you’re looking for rejuvenation of mind, body and soul, or just want to relax on the beach.
In addition, we will have the opportunity to witness the age-old religious harmony between Hindus. in India countries that have not suffered any adversity so far.
Our motto is peace in human life via traveling. We work to make the world a better place. We provide a friendly, supportive and nurturing environment. You are unique, and we will tailor your experience to your individual needs.
Where: Goa ,Gokarna, Hamppi, India
Group meeting point: Dabolim airport, Goa
When: January to February
Duration: Minimum two weeks / maximum one month
Start dates: January 15 /01/2023
(NOTE: The trip will be available on other dates as the group forms!)
Route: Goa - Gokarna - Hamppi — Goa -Mumbai -Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel / guest house / homestay / tent
Transport: Train/Minibus/Bus/Rickshaw/Walk
Trek Itinerary Map
What Will Happen:
✔ Beach meditation sessions
✔visiting local attractions and temples.
✔Legendary Goan sunsets and meditations on the setting sun.
✔Ocean of impressions and good rest.
✔Studying the culture, traditions and philosophy of India.
✔ Fundamentals of meditation. Theory and practice.
✔ Yoga and Pranayama.
✔ Immersion in Indian culture. Reflection on life lessons, miracles and your experiences through photography, video and writing.
Trainings:
• Anti-stress ► Restoration of inner balance.
• Relationships ► Principles of healthy and happy relationships.
• Concentration ► Practicing attentive listening to others
• Getting rid of selfishness according to the system of Indian saints
As well as:
😏 Internet detox! Offline cleansing!
🍏 Vegetarian food
🍕 Indian Cooking master classes
♻ Eco life (simple life, lofty thinking)
On The Program:
Improvement of body and spirit, Yoga for any level of training, observation of various stages of the beach life, Yoga classes, easy tracking, camping, campfire, cooking lessons, meditation, mindfulness and self-healing practices for stress, anxiety, waterfalls, focus, concentration, tantra, and mudra are taught. jungles, holy places, and UNESCO monuments.
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So what exactly is an expedition?
The WAT Holistic yoga retreat expedition is a powerful TRANSFORMATION for people who want to improve the body and spirit, who hope to take a break from the hustle and bustle and rest a little in a world of love and acceptance, feel the incredible spirit of freedom near ocean and under the sun and bring peace and balance to life.
Do you want to go on a yoga vacation during the Russian winter? and study yoga? Or are you waiting for a long time to visit India? Or maybe you’ve been dreaming of visiting India for a while already? Then come along with WAT and connect with yourself through the ocean, sun and yoga. It will surely inspire and reset your life.
Who can go?
The expedition is open to people under 65 from all over the world.
What else awaits us on the expedition:
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Yoga classes twice a day.
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A powerful CHARGE of energy for the WHOLE YEAR!
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Collective meditation, chanting of mantras - pranayama, Surya Namaskar, asanas, outdoor recreation.
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Incredible and mysterious Hamppi.
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The ability to go your own way and answer questions that are important to you.
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Support for a team of like-minded and creative people, together we will go through an important path for everyone.
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Two guides-translators, creative individuals who are in love with mountains and travel, ready to share inspiration and their knowledge.
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The ability to discover a new culture and discover new traditions of Life.
Let's take care of your body, mind and soul and make your life beautiful!
Traveling Programs
Our journey consists of two parts - the outer and the inner path. Externally, we will do yoga, meditate and visit the holy places of Goa and Gokarna. Choosing this retreat can help you find your true self. Some of the elements of our retreat are detox, hypnotherapy, EFT tapping, yoga, meditation, diet etc. It can also help people with diabetes, high blood pressure, PCOS, or those who want to manage their weight. But in this journey we will also try to connect with the soul of everyone - each from within will move towards the present in his own way.
Travel Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Goa
We meet at the Dabolim airport (Goa) and head to the Arambol beach guest house/hotel. We get acquainted with all the participants of the tour, swim, rest from the flight. We discuss organizational issues. In the evening, having gathered at sunset (in goa sunsets are amazingly beautiful!) On the ocean shore, we create an intention for the next ten days and fix it with a common meditation.
Day 02 : Yoga in Arambol Goa ( 62.2 km km / 2 hours)
Begin of Yoga Session in Goa
We will wake up to the fresh and crisp air of Goa to undergo the discipline of Yoga.and make acquaintance with yoga during an introductory lesson. We will study basic principles of yoga in terms of philosophy and adjustment of basic asanas. Practicing yoga here, overlooking the azure ocean, is the most amazing experience! It is, in fact, a prominent attraction of yoga in Goa. We can engage ourselves in meditation with the sounds of silence and the sea and relax our minds with the distant views of the seas all around. We will stay overnight at Arambol, Goa.
Day 03: Yoga in Arambol, Goa
Next day again we will find solace in the company of Goa and Yoga. Fresh mornings are the best time to begin the yoga routine and involve the mind, body and soul in meditation. Then we will visit the beach shacks located alongside the beach and spend an evening in the company of Goan melodies and culinary delights. We will stay overnight at Arambol, Goa.
Day 04. Goa (Sightseeing)
After morning yoga classes and breakfast , begin a full day Goa sightseeing tour with a visit to Vagator, Anjuna and Calangute beaches and Aguada Fort. Enjoy a lunch halt at the beach. After lunch come to Panaji and visit Church of Mary Immaculate Conception and Dona Paula Bay. Board the Santa Monica Launch and cruise along the Mandovi River. This cruise forms an enchanting experience of Goan exploration, There, you can see the best local music and colorful performances come to life. Return to the guest house for dinner and the overnight stay.
Day 05: Departure From Goa, moving to Gokarna ( 144 Kms /3:30 hours)
After breakfast we check-out from the hotel and transfer to the bus station for Gokarna. After arrival at Gokarna (Karnataka) we move to comfortable beach huts where we will stay overnight. Then, we rest after the bus trip, until in the evening, we gather at sunset Meditation On the ocean.
Day 06: Yoga in Gokarna
We will follow the same routine as Armabol, Goa. We wake up, take a breath of the fresh Gokarna air and do our yoga practice .The day will continue with an excursion through the terracotta streets of Gokarna and meditation in the volcanic cave of Shiva. In Hinduism, Shiva has the epithet Mahadev, which translates as the greatest of the gods (devas). The world itself began with his dance, and it will end with it, but as long as the king of yogis continues to dance, the world exists.
Day 07: Yoga in Gokarna
Morning yoga class will begin with breathing practices (pranayama). We will get acquainted with various types of yogic breathing, and then, after warming up, we will perform the Surya Namaskar complex with variations in the impact on all major joints and muscle groups.
In the afternoon we will go on an excursion to the temple of Rama and to the sacred spring.
In the evening we will have our first massage course. Consider the topic - "Types of massage. Basic knowledge of the anatomy of the body."
And at sunset - meditation on the ocean shore.
Day 08: Departure From Gokarna —Murdeshwar ( 78 Kms - 2 hours)
After morning yoga, we will go on an excursion to the neighboring city of Murdeshwar. where we will visit the temple complex, the Gopura tower and the huge, second-highest statue of Shiva in the world.
According to one of the legends, Murdeshwar is considered a sacred place among the Hindus, because it was here, according to legend, that God Shiva, revered by the Hindus, was born.
Returning to the hotel, at sunset, we will practice calming breathing exercises (pranayama) .
They will help you relax and set you up for a good restful sleep.
Day 09: Yoga in Gokarna — Hampi ( 324 Kms - 7:35 hrs )
We will start the new day with breathing practices, warm-ups, "Salutations to the Sun".
Then we will visit the Ganesh Temple (Mahaganapati) and the Mahabaleshwar Temple, the most ancient temple of Gokarna, where pilgrims come not only from all over India, but also from neighboring countries.
We will walk to the sacred lake Koti-Tirtha, which, according to legend, is connected with the Ganges, the most significant river in India. It is believed that the heart of Shiva is kept here, and the waters of the lake wash all the sins away. The name "Koti Tirtha" is translated from Sanskrit as "a reservoir of a thousand holy springs."
After making our way through the noisy shopping streets of the city for lunch, we will go to the ashram at the temple for prasadam (“divine gift” - delicious food accepted by the Absolute).
After the walk we will rest on the sea. , and then - visit Kudle Beach and Om Beach. This is a beach in the form of ॐ - a sign denoting the sacred sound of Om, from which, according to Hinduism, the entire Universe appeared. Upon returning to the hotel - continuation of the master class on general massage: "Basic techniques of classical massage (stroking, rubbing, kneading and vibration)".
Evening yoga this time is the theory and practice of Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), in which the consciousness plunges into a state similar to falling asleep, but due to fixing attention on the leader's voice and his instructions, complete physical sleep does not occur.
Overnight bus to Hampi overnight stay in the bus .
Day 10: Hampi
We will reach Hamppi early in the morning and have breakfast there. We will relax for some time after a long journey on the bus. Freshen up and have lunch as we start our acquaintance with Hamppi - the city of ancient temples. Amazingly beautiful architectural monuments, lost in banana groves, indescribable sunrises and sunsets over the ruins of an ancient empire, an unusual landscape created by nature and man, will not leave you indifferent and will take you back hundreds of years. Being in Hamppi, one cannot believe that the 21st century is outside the window. And the fact that this is planet Earth is also hard to believe. Enjoy the sunset from the other side of Hamppi, then have a dinner and stay here overnight
Day 11: Yoga in Hamppi - Gokarna ( 324 Kms - 7:35 hrs )
Today we wake up early to watch sunrise from Matanga hills (optional)
Then we have breakfast and head towards the Ganesha temple, Lotus Temple and other ruins that we can explore all the ruins and to get to know the magical history of Hamppi. You will be taking your dream pictures today
Have a lunch at the beautiful paradise cafe and head for a magical sunset to Vitthala temple
After the sunset we head towards Gokarna and have our dinner on the way.
Day 12: Yoga in Gokarna — Mumbai ( 689 Kms - 12:35 hours)
Early morning around 3.00 am we reach Gokarna and check into a guesthouse to relax and have a tight sleep till 9.00 am
After the breakfast we head towards the starting point of the Beach Trek
We enjoy the beach trek from Paradise beach to Om Beach and have a magical lunch at the Om beach. Then we chill around as a magical sunset meditation and depart to Mumbai afterwards.
Overnight bus Gokarna to Mumbai
Day 13: Mumbai the City of dreams
Upon arrival at Mumbai, we will take a rest. After breakfast at the hotel we will visit the Gateway of India, the Prince of Wales Museum. We will drive past the University of Bombay, High Court of Bombay, visit the Crawford Market, and walk in the streets of Colaba and Mangaldas Market. We will also go to the Hanging Gardens, which are located on the crest of Malabar Hill, followed by visiting the renowned Gandhi Memorial Museum ( Mani Bhawan ) and Jain Temple. Then proceed to Siddhivinayak Temple (Ganesh Temple) and have a view of the temple from outside.Then we take the Bandra Worli Sea Link. In the evening, we come back to the hotel to stay overnight at Mumbai.
Day 14 Mumbai (Elephanta Caves)
Breakfast at the hotel, leave for Elephanta caves. These caves are located on the island, located in an arm of the Arabian Sea. Elephanta caves consist of two groups of caves—the first is a large group of five Hindu caves, the second, a smaller group of two Buddhist caves. The Hindu caves contain rock cut stone sculptures, representing the Shaiva Hindu sect, dedicated to the Lord Shiva.
After the excursion we will come back to the hotel, have some rest, enjoy local shopping and stay at the hotel overnight.
Day : Mumbai ( Bollywood Tour) (Optional )
Breakfast at the hotel. Then proceed for the Bollywood Tour at Flim City. Drop back to the hotel. Night spent in Mumbai.
Night Train : Mumbai — Delhi ( 1380 Km / 16 hours) overnight stay in the Train.
Day 15: Departure
Transfer to the airport and flight home
End of trip
Note: Bollywood Tour is optional, if anyone wants to join this trek, we can continue our journey.
Daily Activities
1. We, Will, start the day with meditation and yoga, Satsang: collective meditation, singing mantras, and creative practices. Then the morning practice of yoga - pranayama, Surya Namaskar, asanas, relaxation in the open air.
2. Active tracking (accessible to everyone) along the picturesque trails with views of the majestic mountains.
3. We will be doing deep therapies, healings, and meditation.
4. Reiki with Nature
5. culinary workshops vegetarian dishes.
6. The ability to go your own inner path and answer important questions for yourself.
7. Support for a team of like-minded and creative people, together we will go along an important path for everyone.
8. Two guides - translators, creative personalities in love with mountains and travel, ready to share inspiration and their knowledge.
9. Accompanying a professional photographer and cameraman (photoshoot in the mountains)
10. Discover a new culture and discover the new traditions of Life.
11. Let's take care of your soul and make life beautiful.
Meditation and Practice Program
An additional program is the interweaving of practices:
- Meditation
-Tantra Yoga & Kundalini Yoga
- Hatha yoga and Pair Yoga
- Massage Techniques
- Gesture Painting
- Work with dreams and goals
- Art Therapy
-Dance-motor therapy
Team of Conductors
We are not guides. We are guide travelers, inspired by the beauty of nature and people, experts in creative professions, and presenters. And we are happy to guide you along the mountain route and share the inspiration that the mountains give. We organize domestic issues on site. We will carry out 2-3 meditative and creative practices per day. But we will create a journey with you. And each of us depends on how it develops. So we are waiting for those who are open to the world and people who are ready to break away from city comfort and go to meet with other souls in the Himalaya, to meet with themselves.
—Director, screenwriter, more than 12 years in art, documentary cinema, and short film.
-Founder of his film studio Himanti Productions and the project “WE ARE TRAVELLERS”
- Ideal inspirer of the journey “Way to Himalaya ”
- Guide to the routes of India and Nepal - “WAT HOSTEL”
- A man of the world, a bearer of his culture and respecting other cultures
- Open and deeply sensitive to people.
Our Past Trips In The Indian And Nepal Himalayas
In February 2019, the team and we went up to a height of 3200 meters. We passed the popular Himalayan track - Poon Hill. And although it was very cloudy at dawn at the highest point, during the descent we already saw the whole amazing panorama of mountain ranges! In the end, it was incredibly difficult to say goodbye to the mountains and return to the city.
The Cost Of The One Month Trip: 1200 $
The Cost Of The Two Week Trip: 650 $
With Early Prepayment Until April - 600$
Prepayment (non-refundable) - $ 100 + airfare (if you want to fly with a group)
We can arrange the purchase of tickets for the whole group. It’s convenient - everyone flies on one flight, we’ll have time to get to know each other, and you’re less trouble.
The Cost Of A Trip To The Valleys Of India Includes
- Escort of two leaders - a local, knowledgeable route and an English -Russian-speaking guide.
- Transport on the entire route - buses from the airport to Delhi and back, from Delhi-Dharmshala -Manali-Naggar.
- Hotel accommodation in cities, guest houses, and on the route camping.
-Breakfasts in cities and on trekking, a creative dinner from Rahul
- Yoga, meditation, creative program.
Separately Paid
-Flights to Delhi and back.
-Indian visa $
-Admission to mountain trails (done on the spot)
-Personal expenses: lunch and dinner, laundry, souvenirs.
-Unforeseen personal expenses,
- Transport from to Kareri Village and return.
-Trekking permits
- Trek equipment (Tent, sleeping bag, mattress, kitchen & dining tent, toilet tent, and utensils)
-First aid medical kits/doctor for the invitation.
-Mountaineering qualified trek leader and support staff.
-Mules to carry central equipment.
- Any other services not listed above (paragliding, outdoor activities)
For all questions, write to Rahul and Julia or call 📞 +917021492798
Transfer money to a UNION BANK OF INDIA (Rahul LalitChand Pandey)
Account No. : 319602010036707
IFSC Code : UBIN0556530
MICR Code: 400026126
Branch Code: 556530
State: Maharashtra
District: Greater Bombay
Branch: Lokhandwala Complex
City: Mumbai
Yulia Krikunova
— Spiritual mentor and organizer of retreats that reveal a person’s abilities and help answer the question “who are you”
- Creator of author's trips dedicated to the secret knowledge of our planet and spiritual practices (in Russia and other countries)
- Restores human strength through energy massage, balances the human structure, activates chakras and meridians Freelance traveler (28 countries)
- Studying Western and Eastern culture and religions, customs, shamanism, Buddhism, tantra, yoga, sound and vibration fields.
- Translator from English into Russian, from Buddhist mentality into Russian.
- Teacher of deep breathing practice, energy practices, Kumnye (Tibetan practices), attention and awareness in the Vipassana tradition.
-Tea master
Accommodation and Meals
According to the current situation of the world during the trip, we will live mainly on Camping in the mountains. There will be 2 nights in Manali, 2 nights in the bus, 7 nights on the route in the tent /guesthouses and equipped camping, and 1 night in Delhi. You do not need to take tents and sleeping bags with you. Meals will be in checked places along the route. Rahul will also be happy to prepare for us traditional dishes of local cuisine and tell about the properties of oriental spices.
More About Projects and Travels:
WAT HOSTEL project (trekking in the Himalayas of India and Nepal, creative travels, and pilgrimage to holy places) - this project is part of and support for a larger international film project.
WE ARE TRAVELLERS is a project dedicated to LIFE, LOVE PEACE. The lack of borders, the desire for peace within ourselves, and the promotion of peace on the entire planet. Within the framework of the project, it is planned to create a documentary film about the difference of cultures and about what unites all people on earth, and about joint creativity and creation.
Those who wish to continue the conquest of the Himalayas, we invite you to participate in the creation of a documentary film about travelers.
Go do it...!
Whatever it takes, you have to go...
It’s a life-changing experience that you will never forget...
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. If you are visiting India, Nepal and the highlands for the first time, first consult your doctor to check for any medical conditions that may be a contraindication to climbing. Usually, if you are generally healthy, travelers like only long walks and hikes in the mountains, but it is better to play it safe, as people with high blood pressure, vegetative-vascular dystonia, respiratory and cardiac diseases may encounter some problems. in height, and it is better to know about them in advance.
2. WAT travel programs don't always run exactly on schedule. There are unplanned long days or early nights due to weather conditions or other reasons beyond the control of the organizers.
3. There are places on this route with limited communications and/or medical assistance. If this is a concern for you, you must take out extended insurance before you leave.
4. Competitors must be prepared for low temperatures with snow and strong cold winds.
5. Any additional costs that may arise due to delays due to adverse weather conditions, medical evacuation, etc., are the responsibility of the participants. Any delay due to bad weather, blocked or closed roads, etc., beyond the control of the organizers, will be paid according to the cost of the tour for the scheduled days.
6. All participants are advised to have travel insurance to cover incidental expenses while traveling in the wilderness.
Questions and Answer's
Call/Whatsapp/ Telegram.
+917021492798 Rahul
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Take a deep breath and embark on a journey that will change the way you think about life!
See you in India
Sincerely,
WE ARE TRAVELLERS - WAT