14 Days Yoga Retreat in Rishikesh, India
A 14-day immersive yoga and detox retreat at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana in Tapovan, beside the Ganges with Himalayan views. Each day brings Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, pranayama, Yoga Nidra, meditation and Ayurvedic detox routines. Together they reset your body, calm your mind and restore your energy. Ideal for anyone who feels worn out, stressed or disconnected. Complete beginners and experienced yogis are both welcome.
About the 14-Day Yoga & Detox Retreat
This is more than a holiday. It is a structured detox and yoga immersion built for lasting change. Over 14 days at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana in Tapovan, you follow a daily rhythm of yoga, breathwork, Yoga Nidra, meditation and Ayurvedic detox. These work together on the root causes of modern physical and mental exhaustion. The programme is built for people who carry stress, poor digestion, low energy or low motivation. It also helps with the mental noise of overthinking.
The Tapovan ashram sits beside the sacred Ganges, ringed by the Himalayan foothills. This setting does much of the work. The air, the river, the silence and the lack of screens help you truly rest. Two weeks of rest at home simply cannot match it. Each morning begins with an Ayurvedic detox drink and yoga as the Himalayan sun rises over the river. Afternoons leave time for free exploring, sightseeing and Ayurvedic consultation. Evenings bring the group together for meditation, sound healing and the calming ritual of Ganga Aarti.
All levels welcome. Complete beginner or experienced yogi, our teachers adapt every class to your level. You need no prior yoga experience or flexibility. You only need to commit to two weeks of real self-care.
Benefits of the 14-Day Yoga Retreat
Two weeks of structured yoga, Ayurvedic detox and sattvic living bring measurable changes. You feel them in your body and in how your mind works. Here are the six main benefits guests report time and again.
Strong Immunity
Daily pranayama, Ayurvedic detox drinks and sattvic food work together. They strengthen the immune system and ease inflammation built up from modern habits.
Improved Energy Levels
Regular sleep, morning yoga and cutting out dietary toxins restore your natural energy rhythms. Most guests report feeling more energised by day four than they have in months.
Enhanced Mental Health
Yoga Nidra, meditation and sound healing activate the parasympathetic nervous system. This lowers cortisol and anxiety. Two weeks of daily practice builds a real base for mental calm.
Weight Loss Support
Dynamic Ashtanga Vinyasa, a calorie-balanced sattvic diet, daily morning detox drinks and better digestion all help. Together they support healthy weight loss in a natural way, without strict diets.
Toxin Removal
Ayurvedic detox drinks, pranayama breathing and cutting out processed foods flush out built-up physical and mental toxins. This improves digestion, skin clarity and your overall sense of lightness.
Stress Relief & Better Lifestyle
Two weeks of structured rest, time in nature and yogic discipline build new habits of mind and body. Guests carry them home: better sleep, calmer reactions and a more mindful daily routine.
A Typical Day at the Retreat
Each day follows a carefully planned rhythm. It balances active yoga with Ayurvedic detox, sightseeing, rest and deep reflection. Below is a typical daily schedule.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Wake up & Ayurvedic detox drink |
| 6:30 – 8:00 AM | Hatha Yoga / Ashtanga Vinyasa |
| 8:30 AM | Breakfast (sattvic vegetarian) |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Pranayama & breathwork |
| 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Yoga philosophy / Yoga Nidra |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch |
| 3:00 – 4:30 PM | Free time / sightseeing / Ayurvedic consultation |
| 5:00 – 6:30 PM | Evening meditation & sound healing |
| 7:00 PM | Dinner & rest |
Note: Schedule may change slightly to suit the group, the season and sightseeing plans. Ayurvedic consultations are booked one-to-one during free afternoon time.
Retreat Fee & What's Included
Shared Room
$699 / per person
14 days / 13 nights
- ✓ 13 nights accommodation in Tapovan ashram (shared room)
- ✓ 3 sattvic vegetarian meals per day
- ✓ Daily Hatha Yoga & Ashtanga Vinyasa classes
- ✓ Pranayama & meditation sessions daily
- ✓ Yoga Nidra sessions
- ✓ Daily Ayurvedic detox drinks
- ✓ Sightseeing: Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Ganga Aarti, Swarg Ashram
- ✓ Group excursions
- ✓ Yoga mats, props & retreat materials
- ✓ Free Wi-Fi & filtered drinking water
Private Room
$899 / per person
14 days / 13 nights
- ✓ Everything in Shared Room, plus:
- ✓ Private room with attached bathroom in Tapovan
- ✓ Extra space for personal practice and rest
- ✓ Ideal for solo travellers wanting privacy
Not included: International flights, India visa, travel insurance, airport pickup ($20 extra), and personal expenses.
Who Is This Retreat For?
The 14-day yoga retreat is open to anyone over 18 years of age. No yoga experience is required. These four types of guests gain the most from a two-week programme.
Burned-Out Professionals
You carry chronic stress, exhaustion and overthinking from work and modern life. Two weeks of structured detox and daily yoga give you a real reset that lasts beyond the retreat.
Digestive & Health Issues
You want a natural detox for gut complaints, low energy or general physical imbalance. The Ayurvedic detox programme and sattvic meals work on the root of these problems.
Yoga Beginners
You want a gentle but structured two-week start in yoga, in the most authentic setting there is. Fourteen days is enough to build a real base in posture, breathing and meditation.
Solo Travellers
You want a meaningful, structured solo trip to Rishikesh. The ashram gives you a safe, warm community and guided sightseeing. Its daily programme makes every day full of purpose.
Accommodation & Sattvic Meals
Your comfort and rest are key to how well the retreat works. At Rishikesh Yog Nirvana, every part of your stay supports deep recovery, healthy food and focused practice.
Private Rooms in Tapovan Ashram
Our ashram is in Tapovan, the quietest and most spiritual part of Rishikesh. It is a short walk from the Ganges and local temples. Private rooms are clean and comfortable, with attached hot-water bathrooms. The private room option is included in the 14-day programme. It gives you your own space to rest, journal and absorb your daily practice without distraction.
- Private rooms with attached bathrooms and hot water
- Clean, peaceful environment with daily housekeeping
- Close proximity to yoga halls for early morning sessions
- Wi-Fi and filtered drinking water throughout
- Common spaces for reading, relaxation, and informal community
- 24-hour secure campus in the heart of Tapovan
Sattvic Meals & Ayurvedic Nourishment
Food at the ashram follows the sattvic yogic diet. Meals are fresh and vegetarian, and made to be light, healthy and easy to digest. Three meals are served daily, timed to suit your practice. Each morning starts with an Ayurvedic detox drink before yoga. This is a key part of the 14-day programme. Together, the food and the Ayurvedic routine support natural cleansing. They help restore healthy digestion through the retreat.
- Three sattvic vegetarian meals prepared fresh every day
- Daily Ayurvedic detox drink before morning yoga
- Meals timed to support practice — light before sessions, nourishing after
- Vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free accommodated with advance notice
- Dining area with views of the ashram garden
Watch: Two Weeks by the River
Group practice on the Ganges beach, and the friendships guests make over a longer retreat.
What Our Guests Say
4.9/5 ★★★★★ from 186 Google Reviews
"What a beautiful introduction to what I know will be a lifelong yoga journey. I loved my time at Rishikesh Yog Nirvana: the teachers were great, the food was good, accommodation was comfortable. I will remember this month for the rest of my life."
Emma Sandford
United Kingdom
"Good yoga school, dedicated teachers, delicious food, clean and safe environment. It is a small yoga school where they limit group sizes, which in my opinion is very important. This way you get more personal attention. The whole experience felt deeply authentic."
Milda Sakalauskaitė
Lithuania
"Teachers are very helpful and passionate. I have learnt a lot here, not only asana but the whole yogi lifestyle and philosophy. Recommend this school to all people who want to experience real yoga in Rishikesh."
Kanya Chan
Thailand
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