This is the adventurous part. On to Rishikesh in India - home of the former Ashram of the Maharishi and to the Beatles for an incredibly creative 5 weeks (though it ended in tears and Ringo didn't last that long!) We will have a private tour of the Ashram with musical accompaniment and stroll the paths where The Beatles strummed acoustic guitars and wrote an estimated 48 songs and a large percentage of The White Album.

A time to contemplate and reflect amongst the lush vegetation of Northern India at the foothills of the Himalayas 

Rishikesh is one of the holiest cities in India, where the river Ganges comes down from the mountains. It is a very popular destination for kayaking, trekking, climbing, camping, bird watching and hiking so you don't have to return home when we do. Treat yourself and have a break to take in the past week following in the footsteps of the Beatles.

Beatles Tour

3rd Sept 2016: Private transfer from London hotel to Heathrow airport

Depart London Heathrow at 19.25 arrive Delhi at 08.20 on the 4th Sept 16 travelling in economy with British Airways

4th Sept 2016: On arrival you will be met and escorted through the airport

Depart Delhi at 12.25 arrive Dehradun at 13.25 travelling with Jetwings in economy

On arrival you will be met and transferred by private vehicle
(approx 90min transfer ) to The Glasshouse on the Ganges staying for 3 nights in a cottage river view room inclusive of breakfast

5th Sept 2016: Breakfast at the hotel and morning will be at leisure, there are plenty of things to do

In the evening you will witness the Ceremonial Worship (Aarti) at Parmarth Niketan Ashram

The Ganga Aarati at Rishikesh is an unforgettably spiritual experience. Performed each evening at sundown at the Parmarth Niketan Ashram, on the banks of the holy river Ganga, it is an event to gladden the heart, feed the soul and create harmony with the elements. Fire, Water, Earth, Air combine in perfect synergy during this ritual and leave you with a feeling of having witnessed perfection.

The one and half hour ceremony, starting with sacred chants and a ‘Yagna’ or fire ceremony, during which a mixture of sacred herbs and ghee (clarified butter) are poured into the fire in order to dispel negative energies, is concluded with the Aarati, during which the river is worshipped as the source of life on the physical plane, and as a symbol of the eternal life circle on the metaphysical plane.

The performance of the Aarati by the Guru, the singing of bhajans (hymns) by the saffron robed disciples, the fragrance of incense and camphor as it permeates the air, the mesmeric light of myriad diyas, the sound of the rushing river, the setting sun mirrored in sparkling ripples on the flowing water, the intensity of the people as they sway in unison, all combine to create a surreal atmosphere of peace that pervades every sense and remains with you long after you have left Rishikesh.

Return back to the hotel

6th Sept 2016: Breakfast at the hotel and morning will be at leisure, there are plenty of things to do:-

• Cultural activities
• Cooking classes
• Trekking
• Nature walks
• Birdwatching
• White water rafting
• Raja ji National; Park Visit

7th Sept 2016: Private transfer to airport for flight home or if you wish to stay longer in India and incorporate The Golden Triangle or a safari please let us know and we will be happy to tailor-make it for you.

Depart Dehradun at 15.55 arrive Delhi at 16.55 flying with Jetwings in economy

' The sun is out, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you'
Lennon/Mccartney

The Glasshouse on The Ganges

The Glasshouse on the Ganges, honours an extraordinary geographical site where the Ganga turns around and flows north towards its source. This resort in Rishikesh is a magical natural spot and one of the most peaceful hotels in Uttarakhand. Set in a lychee and mango orchard of the Maharajas of Tehri Garhwal, with a garden of tropical plants, full of rare birds and butterflies, it has a sand beach of its own unlike the other Rishikesh hotels. Your search for peaceful hotels in Uttarakhand ends at The Glasshouse on the Ganges. This resort in Rishikesh offers the unique opportunity to raft spiritual on India’s holiest waters ! One stay here will get you started on the discovery of the most unique hotels in Rishikesh and the Neemrana brand in India!

The Glasshouse is surrounded by towering hills and dense forest and is incredibly peaceful. It has its own small beach on a bend in the river with soft silvery sand with pretty gardens and orchards behind. The property comprises a main house with several cottages, all individually designed with varying degrees of comfort and space, spread along the riverbank. One of the nicest has its own roofterrace and outdoor fireplace.

Experiential riverside resort located at Rishikesh
In-room amenities include AC, and tea/coffee maker
Tehri Garhwal cuisine, North Indian cuisine and local cuisine prepared using vegetables and meats sourced from the organic farm served
Recreational facilities include Ayurveda
Activities offered include trekking, river rafting, rock climbing, Rajaji National Park, trekking, cliff jumping and visiting temples
Well equipped conference hall with a seating capacity of 20 to 30 people respectively
Other facilities include doctor-on-call and laundry

Deposit                                 £250.00 per person           

Notes:                                    All our holidays are fully ATOL protected.
                                                There is an additional supplement for those wishing to travel alone. The single room occupancy supplement is £384.

You should ensure you have adequate travel insurance in place and a minimum of 6 months validity left on your passport

Quotes are subject to availability and includes all accommodation, breakfast, flights and transportation

Quotes do not include:

Tips, phone calls, laundry or any other item of personal nature.
Any travel insurance.

Any Visa fee. Indian visa is required by British Nationals and Ireland. One can now apply for E-tourist visa online which is cheaper and simple. Please visit https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html more details.