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Join Vedic Astrologer Marc Boney and me on a divine temple trip to the motherland of India.
The trip includes observing the sacred festival of Maha Shivaratri in the Shakti Peetham of Mysore.
I have been offering spiritual work for over 15 years including the modalities of Ayurveda, Yoga and sacred rituals from the spiritual traditions of India
I am now ready to take individuals to India the ancient land of these beautiful sciences. This trip is with the esteemed Vedic Astrologer Marc Boney who brings his wisdom, experience, humor and insights to our group. It will be delightful to be in a Navagraha temple with Marc.
In this trip you will be visiting many ancient temples where you will participate in sacred rituals such as pujas and homas (fire ceremonies). You will learn to do Agnihotra, a sunrise/sunset homa. A unique aspect of this pilgrimage is that you will be introduced to Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) and have the opportunity to receive input about your birth chart. Also included is instruction in pranayama (yogic breathing) and spiritual practices from the Kriya Yoga tradition.
TRIP DETAILS
The INDIA PILGRIMAGE will be held in Mysore, India, from February 20 - March 1, 2025
TRIP COST
The pilgrimage will cost about $2000-$2200 with choices for shared rooms or single occupancy
WHAT DOES THE TRIP INCLUDE
Airport pick and drop-off and all pilgrimage-related transportation
Welcome gift bag with essentials for Vedic rituals
Nine nights in a lovely hotel in Mysore
One night at the luxury lodge in a wildlife preserve where you will go on a safari
Mysore Palace Tour
Curated shopping for clothing and other handicrafts
Welcome gift bag with essentials for Vedic rituals
Nine nights in a lovely hotel in Mysore
One night at the luxury lodge in a wildlife preserve where you will go on a safari
Mysore Palace Tour
Curated shopping for clothing and other handicrafts
WHAT DOES THE PRICE NOT INCLUDE
Optional Ayurvedic treatments (guests are responsible for payment)
The cost of meals are the responsibility of each guest
INDIA DIVINE - TEMPLE TOUR 2025
Day 1 - Arrival in Bangalore - taxi to Mysore
Day 2 - Tripura Sundari temple, Mysore Palace temples - 5 temples for the five elements, Mysore Palace Tour
Day 3 - Srirangapatna - Ranganath Swamy temple, Nimishamba temple, Kali temple - Rangantittu Nature Point
Day 4 - Shakti Peetham - Chamudeshwari Temple, breakfast, Somnathpur Temple
Day 5 - MM Hills and Talkad temples
Day 6 - Celebrate Mahashivratri with rituals and chanting at Shiva Temple
Day 7 - Kabini River Lodge and Safari - stay at Jungle lodge for 1 night with evening and dawn safari
Day 8 - Navagraha (9 planets) temple and puja, Ayurvedic treatments, rest, regroup and session with Vedic Astrologer Marc Boney
Day 9 - Saturn fire ceremony, optional Ayurvedic treatments, Mysore Silk Factory tour and shopping
Day 10 - Bangalore airport drop
Day 1 - Arrival in Bangalore - taxi to Mysore
Day 2 - Tripura Sundari temple, Mysore Palace temples - 5 temples for the five elements, Mysore Palace Tour
Day 3 - Srirangapatna - Ranganath Swamy temple, Nimishamba temple, Kali temple - Rangantittu Nature Point
Day 4 - Shakti Peetham - Chamudeshwari Temple, breakfast, Somnathpur Temple
Day 5 - MM Hills and Talkad temples
Day 6 - Celebrate Mahashivratri with rituals and chanting at Shiva Temple
Day 7 - Kabini River Lodge and Safari - stay at Jungle lodge for 1 night with evening and dawn safari
Day 8 - Navagraha (9 planets) temple and puja, Ayurvedic treatments, rest, regroup and session with Vedic Astrologer Marc Boney
Day 9 - Saturn fire ceremony, optional Ayurvedic treatments, Mysore Silk Factory tour and shopping
Day 10 - Bangalore airport drop
Each day we will meditate as a group and take personal time for rest and reflection
We will learn the art of Surya Arghya and Agnihotra Vedic rituals and perform them together in a group setting.
Evening group sharing and plenty of rest time are included for the integration of each experience.
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WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR?
To get the best out of this trip, you will already have spiritual practices you are interested in deepening.
You meditate and can enjoy only vegetarian food for ten days.
You have at least a superficial interest in Ayurveda and Vedic Astrology.
You are willing to receive the divine energies of Mother India and explore higher states of consciousness.
WHO IS THIS TRIP NOT FOR?
India is a country that requires flexibility and some level of grit.
You will see and experience poverty and open-heartedness like no place else. This can trigger strong emotions and feelings. If you are extra sensitive to how life is lived in other parts of the world, this will not be the trip for you.
If you return to the US and have to be extremely busy, this trip is not the best choice for you. Returning from India requires a few days to rest and integrate.
YOUR HOSTS
Marc Boney
Marc Boney, M.A. is an internationally renowned astrological teacher, writer, and consultant. He has been involved since 1974 with the integration of the ancient wisdom of astrology with the counseling arts. He received his training in Jyotiṣa primarily from K.N. Rao, one of the world’s foremost Vedic astrologers. His focus is on using the Vedic system to help guide people in their lives, as well as training others.
Marc has been a featured speaker at international conferences, is a faculty member of the American College of Vedic Astrology, and was the main presenter on Jyotiṣa at the Chopra Center for Well-Being from 2000 to 2002. He is the author of over 84 articles on this topic and 31 books.
The Institute of Astrology, Bharātiya Vidyā Bhāvan, of New Delhi, India honored Marc with a Distinguished Service Award for his contributions to the advancement of Vedic Astrology in the West.
Marc founded the Pacific Institute of Vedic Science, which offers quality educational programs in Yoga, Ayurveda, and Jyotiṣa online and in the San Diego area where he lives.
Prior to his current full-time involvement with these Vedic sciences, Marc held positions in the corporate world as a Director of Human Resources, Outplacement Consultant, and Leadership Consultant.
Marc holds an MA in Counseling Psychology and a BA in English Literature from Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
He is a practitioner of Transcendental Meditation since 1971 and later trained as a teacher and taught TM in the late 70s.
Visit his website at www.marcboney.com or contact him at marc@marcboney
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Aparna Khanolkar
As far back as I can remember, Ayurveda has been part of my life. For my many digestive ailments during my childhood, my mother often consulted with an Ayurvedic Vaidya (healer). When I developed teenage acne, I went to an Ayurvedic doctor who sent me home with amber bottles of herbal oil for self-massage. A tumor on my thyroid in my late 20s was also healed because of my relationship with plants, food as medicine and Ayurvedic lifestyle. This is when I decided to receive my training in Panchakarma therapies. Today, I prepare Ayurvedic products using traditional methods. Additionally, I work as a Spiritual Mentor. What I have learned over the years is that to advance spiritually, we must take care of the body and mind.
I guide people to build an Ayurvedic lifestyle, which includes Heart-based Meditation, Ayurvedic rituals and consciousness-based healing to refine the nervous system along with yantras and mantras.
My training includes the following schools -
New World Ayurveda American Institute of Vedic Studies, Vyoma Ayurveda, Magdelen University and A Thousand Suns Academy
I am a certified Heart-Based Meditation Instructor, Spiritual Mentor and Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor. I am also a Postpartum Ayurvedic Doula and Panchakarma Body Therapy trainer.
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*Schedule subject to change as details are finalized.
Pricing and reservations will open up by the end of May