Sacred India - Tamil Nadu Retreat and Pilgrimage

Join us for a unique hybrid of pilgrimage and retreat in Tamil Nādu!

The southernmost state of India, often said to be like a country unto itself, with its own language and distinctive spiritual traditions, it is home to some of the most astonishing temples in all of India. Remarkably untouched by centuries of conquest that shaped much of the North, this region has preserved a unique cultural integrity—at once ancient, vibrant, and deeply devotional.

Our pilgrimage will take us through sacred sites while immersing ourselves in dedicated practice, teachings, satsangs, and kīrtan. Our journey includes a visit to what may be the most powerful goddess temple in India, the Meenakshi Temple of Madurai, as well as the renowned Chidambaram Nataraja Temple, devoted to Śiva as the cosmic dancer.

The retreat component of the trip consists of three nights in Tiruvannamalai, the home of Śri Ramanashram and the sacred mountain Araunachala, where Ramana Maharshi lived out his life and gave his teachings. Here we will practice, engage in periods of silence and devotion, and let the energy and insights from the pilgrimage settle within.

Throughout our trip, we’ll stay in distinctive Indian accommodation, luxurious and comfortable in their own right, yet unlike anything found in the West. While our hotels are comfortable wherever possible, occasionally we step off the tourist track into simpler lodgings, but always with comfort and cultural charm.

We all travel together in an air-conditioned coach, where Hareesh will tell engaging stories, teachings, and historical insights about the sacred sites we’re visiting. With ample time for questions, dialogue, and deep shared practices, this will be a powerful group experience.

This is a rare opportunity to enter the spiritual heart of India in a deep and meaningful way, guided by someone who has spent a lifetime immersed in its culture and traditions. You can relax into your experience knowing every detail has been thoughtfully arranged with care. The journey is all-inclusive (except flights and tips for our tour organiser and his team.)

PLEASE NOTE: As part of your retreat process, it is strongly recommended to stay an additional night and depart on January 8th.