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Return To Source: A Soulful Journey to Yoga's Roots, India


Return to Source: A Soulful Journey to Yoga’s Roots November 1st - 11th, 2025.

Dates:

  • Mysore: November 1st - 8th

  • Kerala: November 8th - 12th


Return to Source: A Soulful Journey to Yoga’s Roots

Mysore & Kerala | November 1–11, 2025

Join me this November for Return to Source, a unique 10-day journey through two of India’s most sacred landscapes: the vibrant, yogic heart of Mysore, and the serene, palm-fringed shores of Kerala.

This is not your typical luxury retreat. It’s a pilgrimage—a chance to reconnect with the living roots of yoga through dedicated practice, cultural immersion, and spiritual exploration.

Part One: Mysore | November 1–8

Home to the modern lineage of Ashtanga Yoga, Mysore offers a rare opportunity to experience yoga at its source. We’ll practice daily with Ajay Kumar—both morning sessions and afternoon workshops—as well as dive into an authentic pranayama course with BNS Iyengar.

Our days will include:

  • Morning & afternoon practice with Ajay Kumar

  • Pranayama course at the legendary BNS Iyengar school

  • A soulful Kirtan evening

  • A traditional yoga conference

  • Massage treatment included

  • Guided visits to Mysore Market, Mysore Palace & Chamundi Hill

  • Two group dinners to share and connect

  • Airport transfers from Bangalore

You’ll stay in en-suite rooms at either Ajay’s Shala (only 5 rooms available) or in a nearby hotel within walking distance of practice.

Please note: Breakfasts, lunches, and some dinners are not included to allow us to explore the local food spots.

Investment: AED 6,000

Part Two: Kerala | November 8–11th

(Optional Extension)

After the intensity and depth of Mysore, we journey south to Kerala, where the pace slows and the energy softens. Settle into a boutique heritage hotel in Fort Cochin, where Ayurveda, ritual, and rest will nourish your body and spirit.

What’s Included:

  • 3 nights in a boutique hotel with all meals included

  • Ayurvedic doctor consultation

  • Two Ayurvedic massage treatments

  • Daily asana with me and Swamiji

  • Chanting and puja ceremonies with Swamiji

  • Engaging Ayurvedic workshops

  • Airport transfers to/from Cochin Airport

Investment: AED 4,500

Full Journey Package | November 1–11

AED 10,500 for the complete experience: Mysore + Kerala

Secure your place with a AED 2,500 deposit, with the balance due by September 1, 2025. Payment plans available on request.

This Experience Includes:

Mysore

✔ Twice-daily yoga practice & workshops with Ajay Kumar

✔ Full pranayama course with BNS Iyengar’s school

✔ Kirtan & traditional yoga conference

✔ One massage treatment

✔ Group excursions to Mysore Market, Mysore Palace & Chamundi Hill

✔ Two group dinners

✔ 7 nights en-suite accommodation (at Ajay’s Shala or nearby hotel)

✔ Airport transfers from Bangalore


Kerala (Optional Extension)

✔ 3 nights boutique accommodation in Fort Cochin

✔ All meals included

✔ Ayurvedic consultation & 2 massage treatments

✔ Daily yoga, chanting & puja with Swamiji

✔ Ayurvedic workshops

✔ Airport transfers from Cochin

Not Included:

✘ International flights

✘ Domestic travel from Mysore to Kerala (we’ll help you book this)

✘ Some meals in Mysore

✘ Additional massage or treatments

Sample Itinerary (subject to change):

in Mysore:

  • 06:30 Mysore-style Ashtanga practice with Ajay Kumar (Sunday–Friday)

  • 08:30 Brunch

  • 11:00 Class with BNS

  • Free time / Cultural activities (market tour, temple visits, Mysore Palace, local cafés & shops)

  • 16:00 Afternoon workshops on select days: Chanting & Philosophy

  • 19:00 Dinner & Kirtan


in Kerala:

  • 07:30 Awakening practice with Laura

  • 09:30 Brunch

  • Free time / Cultural activities (temple visits, Ayurvedic treatments, local markets

  • 16:30 Restorative class with Laura

  • 18:00 Chanting & Pujas with Swamiji

  • 19:30 Dinner

Recommended Flights

October 31st DUBAI BANGALORE

• Airline: Emirates (EK 568)

 • Departure: 21:25 from Dubai International Airport (DXB)

 • Arrival: 02:30 (+1 day) at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR)

 • Duration: 3 hours 35 minutes

November 8th BANGALORE DUBAI / DUBAI COCHIN/ BANGALORE COCHIN

• Airline: Emirates (EK 565)

 • Departure: 10:25 from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR)

 • Arrival: 13:00 at Dubai International Airport (DXB)

 • Duration: 4 hours 5 minutes


• Airline: Emirates (EK 530)

 • Departure: 02:45 from Dubai International Airport (DXB)

 • Arrival: 08:05 at Cochin International Airport (COK)

 • Duration: 3 hours 50 minutes

• Airline: IndiGo (6E 113)

 • Departure: 09:00 from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR)

 • Arrival: 10:10 at Cochin International Airport (COK)

 • Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

November 11th COCHIN DUBAI

• Airline: Emirates (EK 531)

 • Departure: 09:40 from Cochin International Airport (COK)

 • Arrival: 12:10 at Dubai International Airport (DXB)

PLEASE NOTE: All pricing is based on Single Occupancy rooms. Please contact me to discuss shared options. We offer refunds (minus the first payment) up to 8 weeks before the start of the retreat. Transfers are also possible, and we will do our best to help you find a replacement.

This journey is an offering. A return to the roots—not just of yoga, but of yourself.

Come with an open heart, and let India do the rest.