29th March to 6th April 2024. A Meditation Hiking Retreat in Himachal Pradesh, India
The serene Himalayan peaks and the tranquil silence bring inner joy and peace. As you step away from outer distractions and reflect within a natural ease returns. The mountains display a perfect setting for a silent exploration both outer and inner. Join Dr. Rina Dedhiya at this retreat in the magical town village in Kullu Valley.
The kings castle, an old British style art gallery, the ancient Krishna Temple, this quaint village is an inspiration for those looking to slow down, relax and reflect. In the 8 days sojourn we spend our days meditating and hiking in the alpine forests, bathing in himalayan sunshine, breathing crisp mountain air, gazing at the snow capped peaks. Join unplugged trails for this offbeat immersive experience. This retreat is specially designed for those seeking clarity and space for silent contemplation, the highlight being spending the last few days in silence.
We walk in silent contemplation with a small group of 8-10 like minded fellow travellers and soak in the beauty of majestic Himalayan Spring. Unplugging from our daily routine, we spend our days in self enquiry through meditation, chanting, reflective writing, reading, journaling, fire side talks, story telling and more. These activities help to align your mind and body and guide you to reconnect to your higher self.
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A typical day includes 2 hours of morning exercise and meditation from the Advait Vedanta, Buddhist and Zen traditions, followed by hiking and walking to nearby villages and meadows, forest bathing and journaling. Contemplative joyful sessions and chanting towards the end of the day. Learn to develop conscious habits and self care regime that would help you in your day to day life and return to clarity.
Retreat Details
Hiking Difficulty Level – Easy
Age Group – 20years and above (Kindly note there is no medical emergency service available, it is mandatory to submit a fitness certificate for those above 50yrs, the retreat will involve 5-6 hours of walking and hiking and 2-3 hours of sitting)
Group Size – 10
Registrations begin December 2023
It is mandatory to attend 3 online orientation sessions for you to be able to attend the retreat. The sessions details will be shared on registration. On Zoom between 9pm to 10 pm IST.
Energy Exchange
Early Bird Rs.36,600/- (double occupancy) if booked till 28th February 2024
Regular charges after 28th February – Rs.40,600/- (double occupancy)
Rs.49,800/- (single occupancy) if booked till 20th March 2024
DISCOUNT – 10% discount for returning customers and also for group booking of 2, 15% discount for group booking of 4.
How to pay?
First instalment – Rs. 20,000/- (non-refundable) from the package above.
Second Instalment – remaining amount to be paid before above said dates.
Retreat costs include – Training sessions, hiking guides, guided meditation and dialogue sessions. Guidelines for packing/hiking gear. Accommodation, drinks and vegetarian meals on all days, from Lunch on 29th March 2024 to 6th April 2024. Journal and writing material. Assistance with accommodation and transport but NOT the cost of staying, arrival and departure from retreat destination.
Does not include – Personal equipment. Accommodation/ travel / food etc before arriving in village homestay and after the departing from retreat destination. Personal porter charges, if you can’t carry your own bags then we can provide you with porters at an extra fee.
HOW TO TRAVEL TO THE DESTINATION?
1. Cheapest option – Travel to Delhi and from Delhi by Bus overnight to Manali. We will give you details of the stop and where to get down.
2. Recently discovered a budget option – travelling to Amritsar from your city in a night or early morning flight and fly from Amritsar to Kullu (Bhuntar Airport) early morning on 29th which is around 3000 to 4000 rupees. We provide Airport Transfers, Bhuntar Airport to destination is a 1.5hours scenic drive.
3. Travelling from Chandigarh. You need to reach Chandigarh by your preferred mode of travel, bus, train, flight a day prior that is 28th March 2024. You can take an overnight bus from Chandigarh to Manali. The travel to the valley will take 6-8hours.
4. Expensive option – Travel to Delhi and take an early morning Delhi to Kullu flight on 29th March.
Return – During the return journey also the group leaves around noon on the 6th April to Chandigarh. The charges incurred during this travel will be extra.
Unplugged Trails provides facility to organise the travel for the group if required. (subject to change depending on what each person in the group prefers) KINDLY NOTE THE RETREAT CHARGES DO NOT INCLUDE THE TRAVEL CHARGES AIR/BUS/CAR.
Cancellation Policy – Apart from the non-refundable deposit, full amount will be refunded upto 15 days before the retreat. After that no refund is possible.
Full refund (including deposit) will be provided in case of cancellation from our side due to legal Corona restrictions or any other reason. Please know you will have to follow travelling guidelines whatever is applicable at that time.
For Registration and payment details
Contact Dr. Rina +919960969717
Email - unpluggedtrails@gmail.com
Things you should keep in mind during the retreat
If you have a major health concern it is best to ask permission from your physician before travelling.
Since major part of our day (between 10am to 5pm) will be spent outdoors, we will have packed lunch. We request you to kindly bring tiffin boxes to carry your own packed lunch. At Unplugged Trails we make special efforts to travel consciously, avoiding plastic and be conscious of littering, spitting around etc. Tobacco chewing, smoking, drugs and alcohol is strictly prohibited during the retreat.
We all are unique beings, we have our individual preferences and sensitivities, everyone is requested to provide a non-judgmental space to fellow participants. Giving each other space and freedom will help you to develop deeper connections and make your journey smooth and insightful.
This retreat is not a Himachal tour or a holiday, if you are not interested in meditation, journaling, silence and discussions this retreat has very little to offer you. Being an experiential retreat, it is ideal for solo travellers as it provides ideal space to work on yourself and take a break from your hectic life. We prefer to make minimum use of technology, there is a possibility for digital detox.
The practises and activities during this retreat can be used to built a routine self care regime. These have found to be of immense benefits for all Unplugged participants.
You can access free activities facilitated by Unplugged trails on their Instagram, Facebook and Youtube handle. We have 21day meditations, 7days Journaling, 21 days reading sessions which can help you to get used to the concept of Unplugged Trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is it safe for solo women travellers? – Yes it is absolutely safe for women solo travellers
- Can you provide itinerary and packing list? – Detailed day wise itinerary and packing list will be provided by 10th of March for registered participants
- Do you provide travel tickets/bookings? No travel ticket bookings of any kind are not provided by us
- Can children travel? Anyone above age of 20yrs with an interest in meditation, journaling, drawing, walking, sitting still can join the hike
- Do you provide student discounts? Yes on special request we do
- Should I carry extra food? Yes you can carry snacks, dry fruits extra food as you like for munching in between meals
- Is there a shopping day during the retreat? Yes one of the days we will have time to go to Manali and shop
- Will there be free time during the retreat? Yes
- Is Jain food available during the retreat? No jain food is not available. Non-vegetarian food is not a part of the retreat, since we are trying to introduce you to a stavic lifestyle.
- How much Hiking experience do I need to join this retreat? No you do not need any hiking experience to join this retreat. However preparing your body before the retreat is a must so that you can really enjoy the whole experience fully.
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