Last date to book: 5th Jan, 2026

The India Experience

The India
Experience

The India Experience

A Sacred Pilgrimage to Amritsar & Dharamshala

Mar 5 - 15, 2026

10 Nights, 11 Days

Led by Jaipreet (Joy)

Join the journey

Led by Jaipreet (Joy)

About the journey

You’ll experience temple meditations, pooja ceremonies, sound healing, nature, movement, nourishing food, and quiet time, all held in a warm, inclusive space.

This is a 10-night group retreat in Amritsar and Dharamshala that brings together spiritual practice, cultural immersion, and deep rest. It’s for people who want to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves.

The journey helps you slow down, feel supported, and return home with more clarity, lightness, and presence.

You’ll experience temple meditations, pooja ceremonies, sound healing, nature, movement, nourishing food, and quiet time, all held in a warm, inclusive space.

This is a 10-night group retreat in Amritsar and Dharamshala that brings together spiritual practice, cultural immersion, and deep rest. It’s for people who want to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves.

The journey helps you slow down, feel supported, and return home with more clarity, lightness, and presence.

This is a 10-night group retreat in Amritsar and Dharamshala that brings together spiritual practice, cultural immersion, and deep rest. It’s for people who want to pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves.

You’ll experience temple meditations, pooja ceremonies, sound healing, nature, movement, nourishing food, and quiet time, all held in a warm, inclusive space.

The journey helps you slow down, feel supported, and return home with more clarity, lightness, and presence.

Amritsar.

Home to the Golden Temple. Dive into Sikh culture, historic streets, and spiritual ceremonies.

Dharamshala.

Abode of the Dalai Lama. Enjoy lush Himalayas, Tibetan monasteries, and mindful adventures.

Your retreat package

What's included

All in-country transportation

3 nights in a boutique hotel (Amritsar)

7 nights at Araam Homestays (Dharamshala)

Daily meals—nourishing and local

Yoga & meditation classes each day

Sacred ceremonies and poojas

Sound healing journeys

Tibetan healing and foot massage

Cooking class with spices to take home

What's included

All in-country transportation

3 nights in a boutique hotel (Amritsar)

7 nights at Araam Homestays (Dharamshala)

Daily meals—nourishing and local

Yoga & meditation classes each day

Sacred ceremonies and poojas

Sound healing journeys

Tibetan healing and foot massage

Cooking class with spices to take home

What's included

All in-country transportation

3 nights in a boutique hotel (Amritsar)

7 nights at Araam Homestays (Dharamshala)

Daily meals—nourishing and local

Yoga & meditation classes each day

Sacred ceremonies and poojas

Sound healing journeys

Tibetan healing and foot massage

Cooking class with spices to take home

What's included

All in-country transportation

3 nights in a boutique hotel (Amritsar)

7 nights at Araam Homestays (Dharamshala)

Daily meals—nourishing and local

Yoga & meditation classes each day

Sacred ceremonies and poojas

Sound healing journeys

Tibetan healing and foot massage

Cooking class with spices to take home

What's not included

International airfare

Indian visa

Shopping & personal expenses

Optional excursions outside the group

What's not included

International airfare

Indian visa

Shopping & personal expenses

Optional excursions outside the group

What's not included

International airfare

Indian visa

Shopping & personal expenses

Optional excursions outside the group

What's not included

International airfare

Indian visa

Shopping & personal expenses

Optional excursions outside the group

About the facilitator: Jaipreet (Joy)

Journey

Co-founder, Araam

Founded a sanctuary for rest and renewal in the Himalayas.

Kundalini & Meditation Guide

500+ hours of certified training blending ancient wisdom with modern healing.

Sound & Trauma Practitioner

Trained in restorative yoga, sound therapy, and trauma integration.

Philosophy

Rest as Medicine

Explores stillness and care as essential to healing and balance.

Embodied Healing

Guides through sound, breath, and presence to reconnect body and heart.

Compassionate Space-Holding

Creates gentle, inclusive environments for personal transformation.

Experience

Global Facilitation

Led immersive sessions rooted in mindfulness and rest practices.

Leadership & Education

Completed a Harvard program on advancing women in healthcare.

Healing Through Sound

Uses gong, bowls, and chimes to create grounding, heart-centered experiences.

Journey flow

Day 1 – Arrival in Amritsar

Welcome to India. Be met with warmth and smiles. Settle into your boutique hotel.

Day 2 – Golden Temple Immersion

Greet sunrise at the Golden Temple; soak in devotion, langar, and sacred chanting.

Day 3 – Practice & Presence

Morning yoga and meditation, gentle rituals, and time to wander or rest.

Day 4 – Journey to Dharamshala

Travel north through vibrant India; arrive at your mountain sanctuary.

Day 5 – Settling in Dharamshala

Open to the Himalayan air; practice, heal, and savor simple nourishment.

Day 6 – Sacred Dharamshala

Pilgrimage to Dalai Lama Temple and Tibetan sites; reflect in peace.

Day 7 – Integration & Stillness

Move, rest, and be nourished. Healing sound and food, shared with care.

Day 8 – McLeod Ganj Day Trip

Wander through tea gardens, monasteries, and local arts; let joy surprise you.

Day 9 –Ceremony & Renewal

Sacred pooja, restorative practice, and quiet space to just be.

Day 10 – Completion & Gratitude

Closing practice, celebration. Gather, reflect, prepare to return.

Day 11 – The Path Continues

Your return home… or perhaps onward to new horizons. The compass you carry now points not north or south, but inwards toward the light you found here.

Why join

Take a meaningful break from routine and return to yourself
Be part of a kind, curious group traveling with intention
Explore India through daily yoga, meditation, and sound healing
Experience sacred ceremonies and local life with care and presence
Rest deeply, eat well, and come home lighter

Take a meaningful break from routine and return to yourself
Be part of a kind, curious group traveling with intention
Explore India through daily yoga, meditation, and sound healing
Experience sacred ceremonies and local life with care and presence
Rest deeply, eat well, and come home lighter

What our past guests say

Jaipreet is a great person to have as a lead tour in India. She is resourceful, knowledgeable, and an outstanding person of great service. I loved traveling on my first trip to India with her.
Mario
This was the best trip of my life! Jaipreet took great care of us and went above and beyond to ensure everyone's comfort and safety.
Bonnie
I attended a Sound Healing Meditation Session by Joy ji, it was my first time to experience it & i felt incredibly relaxed at the end & felt the benefits into the next day. I slept through the night without waking up in the middle of the night, woke up early feeling rested, refreshed, and relaxed. It just takes you to another world with peace of mind, calmness & i felt entirely free.
Vivek Rajput
I attended Jaipreet's classes at Yoga West in Vancouver and then also joined her on her India retreat. I love her heart centered energy and the beauty she brings to her experiences. She is a very kind soul and puts her whole heart into her offerings. She holds a very healing energy. I am very grateful to experience india with Jaipreet and I hope I will return one day again.
Tatiana G
Joy is a charming and caring hostess. Sound therapy lets you dive in—away from stress and everyday life—and leaves you feeling deeply relaxed. The food was freshly prepared and super yummy. I was so warmly welcomed and also bid farewell that you’d like to spend a lot more time there. Thanks a ton for this amazing day,🙏 Namaste 🙏
Odette
I visited Araam Homestays for a 2.5-hour sound bath, and it was an incredible experience. Truly healing for the mind and soul. Jaipreet (Joy) radiates such warmth and positive energy. I left feeling calm, clear, and deeply refreshed.
Anita

What our past guests say

Jaipreet is a great person to have as a lead tour in India. She is resourceful, knowledgeable, and an outstanding person of great service. I loved traveling on my first trip to India with her.
Mario
This was the best trip of my life! Jaipreet took great care of us and went above and beyond to ensure everyone's comfort and safety.
Bonnie
I attended a Sound Healing Meditation Session by Joy ji, it was my first time to experience it & i felt incredibly relaxed at the end & felt the benefits into the next day. I slept through the night without waking up in the middle of the night, woke up early feeling rested, refreshed, and relaxed. It just takes you to another world with peace of mind, calmness & i felt entirely free.
Vivek Rajput
I attended Jaipreet's classes at Yoga West in Vancouver and then also joined her on her India retreat. I love her heart centered energy and the beauty she brings to her experiences. She is a very kind soul and puts her whole heart into her offerings. She holds a very healing energy. I am very grateful to experience india with Jaipreet and I hope I will return one day again.
Tatiana G
Joy is a charming and caring hostess. Sound therapy lets you dive in—away from stress and everyday life—and leaves you feeling deeply relaxed. The food was freshly prepared and super yummy. I was so warmly welcomed and also bid farewell that you’d like to spend a lot more time there. Thanks a ton for this amazing day,🙏 Namaste 🙏
Odette
I visited Araam Homestays for a 2.5-hour sound bath, and it was an incredible experience. Truly healing for the mind and soul. Jaipreet (Joy) radiates such warmth and positive energy. I left feeling calm, clear, and deeply refreshed.
Anita

What our past guests say

Jaipreet is a great person to have as a lead tour in India. She is resourceful, knowledgeable, and an outstanding person of great service. I loved traveling on my first trip to India with her.
Mario
This was the best trip of my life! Jaipreet took great care of us and went above and beyond to ensure everyone's comfort and safety.
Bonnie
I attended a Sound Healing Meditation Session by Joy ji, it was my first time to experience it & i felt incredibly relaxed at the end & felt the benefits into the next day. I slept through the night without waking up in the middle of the night, woke up early feeling rested, refreshed, and relaxed. It just takes you to another world with peace of mind, calmness & i felt entirely free.
Vivek Rajput
I attended Jaipreet's classes at Yoga West in Vancouver and then also joined her on her India retreat. I love her heart centered energy and the beauty she brings to her experiences. She is a very kind soul and puts her whole heart into her offerings. She holds a very healing energy. I am very grateful to experience india with Jaipreet and I hope I will return one day again.
Tatiana G
Joy is a charming and caring hostess. Sound therapy lets you dive in—away from stress and everyday life—and leaves you feeling deeply relaxed. The food was freshly prepared and super yummy. I was so warmly welcomed and also bid farewell that you’d like to spend a lot more time there. Thanks a ton for this amazing day,🙏 Namaste 🙏
Odette
I visited Araam Homestays for a 2.5-hour sound bath, and it was an incredible experience. Truly healing for the mind and soul. Jaipreet (Joy) radiates such warmth and positive energy. I left feeling calm, clear, and deeply refreshed.
Anita

What our past guests say

Jaipreet is a great person to have as a lead tour in India. She is resourceful, knowledgeable, and an outstanding person of great service. I loved traveling on my first trip to India with her.
Mario
This was the best trip of my life! Jaipreet took great care of us and went above and beyond to ensure everyone's comfort and safety.
Bonnie
I attended a Sound Healing Meditation Session by Joy ji, it was my first time to experience it & i felt incredibly relaxed at the end & felt the benefits into the next day. I slept through the night without waking up in the middle of the night, woke up early feeling rested, refreshed, and relaxed. It just takes you to another world with peace of mind, calmness & i felt entirely free.
Vivek Rajput
I attended Jaipreet's classes at Yoga West in Vancouver and then also joined her on her India retreat. I love her heart centered energy and the beauty she brings to her experiences. She is a very kind soul and puts her whole heart into her offerings. She holds a very healing energy. I am very grateful to experience india with Jaipreet and I hope I will return one day again.
Tatiana G
Joy is a charming and caring hostess. Sound therapy lets you dive in—away from stress and everyday life—and leaves you feeling deeply relaxed. The food was freshly prepared and super yummy. I was so warmly welcomed and also bid farewell that you’d like to spend a lot more time there. Thanks a ton for this amazing day,🙏 Namaste 🙏
Odette
I visited Araam Homestays for a 2.5-hour sound bath, and it was an incredible experience. Truly healing for the mind and soul. Jaipreet (Joy) radiates such warmth and positive energy. I left feeling calm, clear, and deeply refreshed.
Anita

Pricing

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Single room

Early bird discount. Valid till 1st Jan'26.

Early bird discount

Early bird discount. Valid till 1st Jan'26.

Early bird discount

Valid till 1st Jan'26

$3055 CAD

$2705 CAD

Private accommodation

All meals included

Full retreat access

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Shared room

Early bird discount. Valid till 1st Jan'26.

Early bird discount

Early bird discount. Valid till 1st Jan'26.

Early bird discount

Valid till 1st Jan'26

$2555 CAD

$2205 CAD

Shared accommodation

All meals included

Full retreat access

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