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Nityānanda Pilgrimage 2025

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 1:00 PM
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 2:00 PM

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January 14 - 28, 2025
Kerala - Karnataka - Maharashtra

Pilgrimage

Nityānanda Pilgrimage 2025

It's impossible to capture in words how life-changing our India pilgrimage trips can be. With daily satsangs, kirtan, stories, and visits to powerful sacred sites and temples pulsing with energy, the pilgrimage is an unforgettable experience. Rarely do we have the opportunity to travel India with such an experienced guide who knows the ins and outs of all the sites you will visit. This particular pilgrimage travels up the west coast of India, from verdant tropical Kerala to the holy hot springs of Ganeshpuri, Mahārāshtra, following in the footsteps of the great 20th century siddha master Bhagavān Nityānanda, from his place of birth to where he left his body.

We travel in a comfortable air conditioned coach, and on our longer journeys we are regaled with fascinating stories and history related in an entertaining manner by Hareesh. You will learn more about India in two weeks than you might have thought possible -- it's like a more entertaining version of a university course on the history, philosophies, and religions of India. Additionally you will learn about what made Nityānanda such a unique and rare siddha.

With ample time to ask all your questions and sit together in profound practice, you can look forward to what will likely be the trip of a lifetime.

Our accommodation is high-end whenever possible, but since we do depart from the tourist track sometimes we stay in more humble accommodation. However the food is always delicious! You may even find yourself saying you've never tasted Indian food like this.

The highlights are too many to list, so join us and find out for yourself!

Pilgrimage Details

January 14 – Arrival Calicut airport & Transfer to hotel.
January 15 – In Calicut. Drive to Koyilandy. Back to Calicut.
January 16 – Drive to Kannur. Visit Parassinikadavu.
January 17 – Drive to Nileshwar on the beach.
January 18 – Nileshwar - Kanhangad – Nileshwar.
January 19 – Drive to Udupi. Visit the Sri Krishna Matha Temple.
January 20 – Day Excursion to Sringeri.
January 21 – Drive to Kollur. Visit the temple.
January 22 – Drive to Hubbli.
January 23 – In Hubbli. Visit to Shri Siddharoodha Swamiji Math.
January 24 – Drive to Kolaphur. Visit the Mahalakshmi Temple.
January 25 – Drive to Pune.
January 26 – Drive to Mumbai.
January 27 – Mumbai – Ganeshpuri – Mumbai.
January 28 – Departure transfer to airport in Mumbai.
What’s Included:
–All historical and spiritual talks and guided meditations with Hareesh
–All accommodations
–All meals at the hotels and en route
–Admissions to the monuments
–Our local tour guide, Yusuf, accompanies us always.
–All tips for hotel staff, restaurants, washrooms, and temples.
–Fruit and snacks while in the bus
–All local taxes
What’s NOT Included:
— Cost of any special pujas at any of the temples
— Cost of any ordered drinks
— Any special entry fees for the Main sanctum of any temple
— Video camera or still camera fees
— Airfares and visa fees
— Arrival & Departure transfers
— Tips for our guide and his team ($10 – $25 per day)
— Laundry services or phone bills.
— Anything not specified in above
While not mandatory we strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance for this trip. The level of coverage you choose is up to you, ensure to obtain travel insurance that covers the risks you are unwilling to assume.
CANCELLATION POLICY – There is a $1000 deposit for the trip, of which $500 is non-refundable. Additionally, You must cancel 60 days prior to travel or NO REFUND will be issued. There are no exceptions to this rule, including COVID or other pandemic related country closures. This is a risk you assume. Please read the full policy here.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from our entry date to India. Check today and start the renewal process now if necessary.
An Indian visa is required to enter the country. Please ensure that whatever passport you hold is eligible for an Indian visa. The process can sometimes take up to 3 months and require in person visits to your embassy, so please start this process immediately. No refunds will be issued after 60 days prior to travel, even for visa problems.
CASH & CREDIT CARDS
Cash transactions can generally be made in either U.S. dollars or local currency. U.S. dollars should be recently issued bills in smaller denominations. The import and export of Indian Rupees is strictly prohibited unless you are a resident of India. So make certain to conduct any currency exchanges within India.
Major credit cards are accepted on a limited basis, mainly in the larger shops, hotels and restaurants. Access to ATM machines is widespread in cities and towns but limited in rural areas.
MONEY MATTERS
We recommend travelling with some cash, and at least two different major credit cards, such as Visa and Mastercard, so you have backup if your card is not accepted or lost. Contact your bank and credit card companies to let them know where and when you’ll be travelling, as well as confirm any foreign transaction fees.
When carrying cash, try to travel only with recently issued currency in smaller denominations. Larger bills are usually not accepted for small purchases.
KEEP CONNECTED
While most smartphones work in India, you might need to turn on international roaming service before you travel. Contact your carrier for information on coverage and voice and data plan options while travelling abroad.
GETTING ONLINE
Many hotels and public places have Wi-Fi and you’ll usually be able to stay connected throughout your journey, although Internet access may be poor to nonexistent in remote destinations.
It is feasible that people on pilgrimage may be infected or become infected with Covid. As the virus is no longer a significant threat to the majority of people, we will not isolate Covid positive students in separate accommodation. We will require Covid positive students to mask in the bus and keep distance from other students. If you are Covid conscious and have health concerns related to this, please book a private room.