Before enrolling please meet or correspond with any of the Acharyas or Swamis to better understand the spiritual nature of the tour and to get information on clothing, luggage, medical precautions and diet.

Minimum donation: EUR 1,600

This includes all spiritual programmes, accommodation, two vegetarian meals a day, ground transportation to and from Delhi. Transfers and travel will be via bus, jeep, taxi or rikshaw.
Tips, laundry service and any other additional services are not included.
We hope we will be able to gain admission to the special morning puja in Badrinath, which is normally not open to foreigners. The temple fee for this spiritual highlight is approx. € 60.

It is recommended to purchase a travel cancellation insurance policy from your travel agent.

The application is valid with a down payment of EUR 500. A further 500 EUR is due 6 weeks before the beginning of the pilgrimage.
The balance of EUR 600 is to be paid in cash in RUPEES upon arrival in Rudraprayag. Please change this amount into rupees at the airport upon arrival in India.

Payment

By bank transfer:
Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Retreat House
IBAN: AT04 4377 0000 7003 3749
BIC: VBOEATWWKUF
Bank address:
Volksbank, Dorf 45, 6352 Ellmau, Austria

Cancellation and withdrawal policy

Cancellation before the start of the pilgrimage: the following cancellation fees will apply:

• More than 21 days before arrival date: 10% of the yoga part and 10% of the room and board part
• Within 21 days of arrival date: 30% of the yoga part and 30% of the room and board part

If you would like to change your booking to another programme organized by the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House in Reith, a rebooking fee of 50 euros will be charged.

Early departure from the pilgrimage:

• No refund will be given – neither for the yoga part nor for the room and board part

Right of withdrawal in accordance with § 11 Austrian Distance and Off-Premises Contract Act (FAGG):

You have the right to withdraw the reservation for the Pilgrimage, without giving a reason, within 14 days from the date that the confirmation was sent. The withdrawal must be made in writing or in person towards the Sivananda Yoga Retreat House, Bichlach 40, A-6370 Reith, 0043 5356 67404, pilgrimage@sivananda.net. You can (but don't need to) use the withdrawal form (attached to the acknowledgement email). The withdrawal is considered timely if the declaration is submitted within the period specified. If you withdraw the booking, we will refund payments immediately or latest 14 days from the date on which you submit the withdrawal.

If the reservation is received within 14 days before the start of the booked programme, the reservation can be accepted only if you ask us explicitly to commence the service and thus act before the expiry of the 14-day withdrawal period. In doing so, you waive the 14-day right of withdrawal. Please send us the form “Express request for begin of services during withdrawal period” (attached to the acknowledgement email) or ask otherwise clearly for early intervention.

The pilgrimage is a Sadhana (spiritual practice) and will be led by Swamis with a view to experience some of the spiritual sources of yoga in India.

To be able to access the spiritual roots of Yoga, the pilgrimage will require constant adaptation to local customs, open-mindedness and sincere acceptance of the instructions given by the swamis. We will readily answer all your questions. In order to keep a pure atmosphere during the pilgrimage it is essential that you follow the rules as well as the daily routine.

This pilgrimage is intensive and requires sound physical and mental health. For any questions please contact pilgrimage(at)sivananda.net

1. Alcohol, tobacco, meat, fish, eggs and coffee are prohibited. During the pilgrimage we cannot cater to personal dietary preferences except the yogic-vegetarian meals. Absolutely no drugs. No taking, distributing or dealing. If you get to know about others keeping, taking or distributing drugs you are obliged to report this to the Swami in charge immediately.
2. Anyone wishing to separate from the group, whatever the reason or circumstances may be, must obtain permission from the Swami in charge. Your conduct – private and public – should enhance the spiritual atmosphere, especially in temples and meditation halls where cleanliness and appropriate clothing have to be taken into consideration. Silence should be observed as much as possible.
3. If you have any medical problem, please let us know when you enrol for the pilgrimage.
4. Please adapt your dress to the local customs: it should be loose-fitting, adapted to the traditional Indian way of living. No tops, no shorts, no short skirts. Ladies should wear a shawl or upper cloth.
5. The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres suggest that you refrain from any type of sexually oriented behaviour.

Before booking for the pilgrimage please meet or telephone with one of the European Acharyas or Swamis. They can help you to understand the spiritual nature of the tour as well as answer any questions you might have. Specific information concerning clothing, luggage restrictions, medical prevention and diet will be given at that time.

The Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres of Europe are dedicated to creating a more conscious and compassionate world. We accomplish that mission by creating a safe and sacred environment. We champion spirituality, ethical behaviour, respect, trust, loyalty, and commitment. As such, we have a responsibility to maintain a safe and sacred space for deeper inner work, in accordance with the teachings of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda.
Accordingly, the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres of Europe prohibit all staff from engaging in sexually suggestive remarks and gesturing, and unnecessary and offensive touching. You are therefore expected to refrain from directing any such behaviour towards staff, students, or guests.
If in spite of the efforts of the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres of Europe in this respect, you believe you have been subjected to sexual harassment from outside presenters, staff, guests, or from a swami, you should immediately report the incident to one of the course directors. Corrective action will be undertaken without delay. Complaints made to a course director will be treated confidentially and the alleged violator or any third party will not be advised of the complainant's identity without the latter's consent.

Please acknowledge with your signature

As a participant in the pilgrimage of the Sivananda Yoga Organisation I acknowledge the above-mentioned rules and consent to be present at all activities. I am aware that failure to abide by the rules can result in my being expelled from the pilgrimage.

The decision to participate in the activities is my own and is my own responsibility. In addition I agree that I will not hold the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Retreat House liable for any personal loss, accident or damages that might result from my participation in the activities. I am fully responsible for myself and my personal belongings.

In order to maintain the spiritual unity of the pilgrimage I commit to stay until the end of the planned itinerary in Haridwar on November 11.

Under 18 years

Parental permission is required for all under 18 years of age.