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A transformative journey to remember

Experience the rich and vibrant culture of Southern India, all whilst uncovering a deeper understanding of yoga, and embarking on an experience that transcends the ordinary.

India is a feast for the senses! And during this 12-night experience you’ll feel a whole mix of things, including inner peace & self connectedness, and even at times, challenged, with the cultural phenomena that is India.

We’ve curated this experience to ensure it is a safe container for solo travelers, especially the ones who’ve never traveled to India before. This is more than a journey; it’s a sacred odyssey through the profound and rich traditions that make India the spiritual haven it is.

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Investment

$2,399pp

Duration

12 nights/12 days

Skill Level

All-inclusive

Schedule

Annually

Program Overview

Everything in the program is optional. You’re welcome to do as much or as little as you like.

Days 1–4 — Auroville: The City of Dawn

Morning / Afternoon
Arrive at Verite Yoga Centre

Welcome to Verite Yoga Centre — your peaceful base for the first four days. Settle in, take a breath, and begin exploring Auroville’s lush surroundings. Your days unfold with gentle morning yoga and meditation, nourishing vegetarian meals, and time to wander through the community. You may choose to meditate inside the Matrimandir (weather permitting), visit the twelve petal-shaped meditation chambers, explore the French-inspired streets of Pondicherry, or relax by the ocean and soak up the sun.

Days 5–12 — Tiruvannamalai: Awaken Vibrancy Within

MORNING / AFTERNOON
Journey to Sri Anantha Niketan Ashram

Journey to Sri Anantha Niketan Ashram — a tranquil retreat centre nestled beneath the sacred Arunachala mountain. Here, each day begins with yoga and meditation, followed by nourishing meals and immersive teachings inspired by the wisdom of Ramana Maharshi. Between sessions, you’ll have time to rest, reflect, or explore. Take a sacred walk around the holy Shiva mountain, visit Skandashram and Virupaksha Cave, or experience the ancient Fire Temple — each offering a unique sense of peace and connection. Evenings invite you to unwind, share stories, and rest deeply under the stillness of the Indian sky.

After the Retreat — What You’ll Take Home

Feel a profound sense of inner peace as you reconnect with yourself and the world around you. Leave feeling re-energised, uplifted, and inspired by the richness of India’s culture and spirituality. Carry home a renewed sense of clarity, compassion, and connection — the essence of what it means to truly thrive.

The Thrive Experience

Inspired by Thrive Retreats’ signature programs, this 12-night India Retreat has been designed to balance movement, rest, and discovery. All levels are welcome — whether you’re new to yoga or deepening your practice.

Each day blends morning yoga and evening yin with guided workshops, moments of reflection, and time to explore. The experience is grounded in connection, mindfulness, and presence — inviting you to reconnect with what truly matters.

Your practices and workshops are led by Thrive Retreats facilitator Athil Singh, supported by our local guide Rob Hessing, whose deep connection to Auroville and the surrounding region brings every experience to life.

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All the Finer Details

Everything you need to know — from where you’ll stay, to how you’ll be nourished, guided, and supported along the journey.

Accommodation

Verite Yoga Centre in Auroville offers simple, comfortable twin-share rooms with attached bathrooms — peaceful and surrounded by lush greenery.

At Sri Anantha Niketan Ashram in Tiruvannamalai, you’ll stay in shared, clean ashram-style rooms with tidy amenities and a sustainable water tub for bathing. Both spaces are designed to support rest, reflection, and community.

Meals

Each day includes three wholesome vegetarian meals — simple, seasonal, and freshly prepared.

At Verite, you’ll enjoy light, internationally inspired dishes made with care. In Tiruvannamalai, meals embrace the rich flavours of traditional South Indian cooking — nourishing body and mind alike.

Your Facilitator & Guides

Your journey is guided by soulful yoga teachers and facilitators from Thrive Retreats — Athil Singh and Natalie Ristoski — alongside Rob Hessing, a long-time Auroville community member and former Thrive team member. Together, they bring warmth, wisdom, and a deep connection to the people and places of Southern India.

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