Profound Encounters With The Spiritual Essence of India
“Are you a Tourist or a Pilgrim? Both are on a journey. While the Tourist satisfies the senses, the Pilgrim is on a quest for truth.” Gurudev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Pricing & Booking
22 November - 6 December 2026
A 15-day small-group journey through South India
Choose your Accommodation
Your Journey Awaits
More than a holiday, India Calling offers an opportunity to step away from your everyday life, and experience South India in a deeper and more meaningful way. Through Ayurveda, yoga, breathwork, meditation, culture, exploration, and authentic connection.
From the Art of Living Ashram near Bangalore to the beaches and backwaters of Kerala, each stage of the journey has been carefully chosen to create a rich and memorable experience.
Along the way you’ll enjoy Ayurvedic consultations with highly reputed and experienced doctors, and treatments tailored to your individual needs. There will be daily practices, cultural excursions, comfortable accommodation and the support of a small group travelling together led by Steffie & Ivan.
We look forward to welcoming you.
“The purpose of knowledge is action, not knowledge.” Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
From the Art of Living Ashram to peaceful Ayur-Yoga retreats in Kerala, your accommodation has been carefully chosen to complement the spirit of the journey. Choose the option that feels right for you. Please note, private rooms are limited and based on a first come, first served basis. There is no private room option in the Bangalore Ashram (first 5 nights).
Shared Room : £2,190
Private Room : £2,490 (private room from Mysore onwards, depending on availability)
Returning Traveller : £1,990 (sharing)
What's Included
- All internal travel costs (road transport)
- All meals and accommodation (except some lunches during road trip (Mysore, Wayanad and Kannur)
- Courses & sessions (Happiness Journey: Art of Living Part 1 Course (Happiness) & Sahaj Samadhi (Meditation course)
- Activities, day trips and excursions
- Individual dosha (constitution) reading with Ayurvedic doctors - both in Bangalore and in Kerala
- All Ayurvedic treatments
- Entrance fees to any palaces and temples we visit together and guide, driver and staff tips (additional tips are at guest's discretion)
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance and Indian visa costs
- Additional meals and drinks not included
- Additional Ayurvedic or naturopathy treatments you may choose to book
- Any tips you wish to give to those who have helped or treated you, at your own discretion
Please be aware there are recommended vaccinations for travel to India. A list of Travel Clinics is available on request.
Reserve Your Place
We keep our groups intentionally small to create a personal and supportive experience.
To confirm your place on the journey, a £500 non-refundable deposit is required, followed by 50% of the remaining balance. The final balance is due by 10 October 2026.
If you have any questions before booking, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand that travelling to India may raise questions, especially if this is your first visit. Here are some of the questions we’re asked most often. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, please get in touch.
Absolutely. Many guests join India Calling independently. Travelling as part of a small, supportive group often creates lasting friendships and shared experiences throughout the journey.
No previous experience is required. Whether you are completely new to these practices or already familiar with them, the journey is designed to be welcoming, supportive, and accessible.
We intentionally keep our groups small, typically around 10-12 guests, creating a more personal and supportive experience throughout the journey.
While international travel arrangements are not included in the trip price, we work with trusted travel partners who can assist with flights, visas and travel insurance if required.
You are welcome to make your own travel arrangements, or contact one of our recommended travel partners:
• Elaine’s Travel Co
• Fare Wise Travel
They will be happy to discuss your individual travel requirements directly.
A reasonable level of mobility is recommended, as the journey includes sightseeing, excursions, temple visits, walking and travel between locations.
However, this is not a fitness-focused retreat and activities can generally be enjoyed at a comfortable pace. If you have any concerns about your suitability for the trip, please get in touch and we will be happy to discuss them with you.
Yes. A limited number of private rooms are available from Mysore onwards, subject to availability. If you would prefer your own room, please advise us of this when booking or contact us to discuss availability.
Guests choosing the shared accommodation option will stay in comfortable accommodation selected to complement the spirit of the journey.
We will do our very best to maintain our daily yoga, Sudarshan Kriya, meditation and breathwork practices throughout the journey.
While timings may vary depending on travel arrangements and activities, these shared practices form an important part of the India Calling experience. The intention is that you continue these practices long after you return home and witness further benefits beyond the length of the trip.
Please be aware there are recommended vaccinations for travel to India. A list of Travel Clinics is available on request.
Travel Assistance
We work with two Wiltshire-based travel agencies (Marlborough / Hungerford), who are ready to assist you with booking flights, visas and travel insurance.
Marlborough
Elaine’s Travel Co.
01672 558800
elaine@elainestravel.co.uk
Hungerford
Fare Wise Travel
01488 686 858
hung@farewise.com
INDIA AWAITS YOU!
Secure your place with a deposit
Contact Us
We are available to answer any of your questions.
Ivan@indiacalling.co.uk | 07791 234562
Stefanie@indiacalling.co.uk | 07516 313502
Contact Us
We are available to answer any of your questions.
Ivan@indiacalling.co.uk | 07791 234562
Stefanie@indiacalling.co.uk | 07516 313502
“May you travel safely, arrive refreshed, and live your time away to its fullest; Return home more enriched, and free, to balance the gift of days which call you.”
extract from For the Traveller by John O’Donohue