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1st - 10th February 2027
Mayapur 2027 Immersion Tour
Discover the spiritual beauty of Mayapur, one of India's most sacred pilgrimage destinations and the birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Join us for a 10-day immersive journey of devotion, discovery and connection. Explore ancient temples, experience uplifting kirtan, practise yoga, visit sacred rivers and share meaningful moments with fellow travellers from around the world. Whether you are new to Bhakti Yoga or already walking a devotional path, this journey offers an opportunity to deepen your spiritual practice, experience India's living traditions and connect with the heart of Krishna Consciousness.
More than a journey. An experience of the heart.
Settle into the rhythm of devotional life in Mayapur, with guided temple visits, uplifting kirtan, optional yoga and time to rest or explore at your own pace.
Our journey brings together sacred places and everyday moments: sharing vegetarian meals, travelling along Bengal’s rivers and connecting with fellow pilgrims.
We’ll meet at Ethnotel Hotel, Kolkata, on 31 January before travelling together to Mayapur on 1 February. The tour returns to Kolkata on 10 February.
AUD $2,275 per person · Airfares not included
10 day India Immersion into the heart of Bhakti Yoga!
What awaits you!
Sacred Temples & Pilgrimage
Explore places deeply connected to the history and traditions of Gaudiya Vaishnavism.
Kirtan & Devotional Music
Experience the uplifting practice of mantra meditation through music and communal chanting.
Yoga & Inner Connection
Enjoy optional yoga sessions and opportunities for reflection throughout the journey.
Prasadam & Community
Share delicious vegetarian meals, meaningful conversations and experiences with like-minded travellers.
Your 10 Day Sacred Journey
MONDAY 1 FEBRUARY · DAY 1Arrival in Mayapur & Temple Exploration
Our journey begins in Kolkata, where we'll gather for breakfast before travelling together to the sacred town of Mayapur. After settling into our guesthouse, enjoy your first taste of the local spiritual atmosphere with yoga, temple exploration, kirtan and a shared dinner.
Highlights: Mayapur Temple tour, Russian devotees' kirtan, local shopping and Govinda's restaurant.
TUESDAY 2 FEBRUARY · DAY 2Jagannath Temple & The Birthplace of Sri Chaitanya
Travel by rickshaw to the beautiful Jagannath Temple complex before visiting the sacred birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Learn about the spiritual heritage of Mayapur and return for lunch and an optional afternoon yoga class.
Highlights: Jagannath Temple, Sri Chaitanya's birthplace and yoga.
WEDNESDAY 3 FEBRUARY · DAY 3Temple of the Vedic Planetarium
Discover the magnificent Temple of the Vedic Planetarium (TOVP), an extraordinary project celebrating Vedic cosmology, culture and spirituality. Enjoy lunch at Govinda's, an English-language dome theatre presentation and evening kirtan at our guesthouse.
Highlights: TOVP tour, dome theatre and evening kirtan.
THURSDAY 4 FEBRUARY · DAY 4Sacred Cows, The Ganga & Prabhupada's Samadhi
Begin with a visit to the goshala, where we'll have the opportunity to feed and connect with the cows. Continue to the sacred Ganga for an optional bathing experience before visiting Srila Prabhupada's Pushpa Samadhi in the afternoon.
Highlights: Goshala, Ganga, Pushpa Samadhi and optional kirtan or shopping.
FRIDAY 5 FEBRUARY · DAY 5Across the Ganga to Navadvipa
Cross the sacred Ganga by ferry to explore Navadvipa and visit the Vishnupriya Temple. We'll also visit a temple involved in prasadam distribution to approximately 300 widows, offering a meaningful glimpse into the tradition of devotional service.
Highlights: Ganga ferry, Vishnupriya Temple, prasadam distribution and yoga.
SATURDAY 6 FEBRUARY · DAY 6Journey to Balpukur, associated with the home of Sacimata, the mother of Sri Chaitanya. Visit a sacred banyan tree traditionally associated with Lord Shiva's meditation, followed by Srivasa Angan, revered as an important early gathering place of the sankirtan movement.
Highlights: Balpukur, sacred banyan tree, Srivasa Angan and guesthouse kirtan.
The Sacred History of Kirtan
SUNDAY 7 FEBRUARY · DAY 7The River Journey & Rural Sacred Sites
Enjoy a peaceful boat ride across the Jalangi River to Surabhi Kunj, followed by a journey through the countryside to a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Experience a quieter side of Bengal before returning for an optional afternoon yoga session.
Highlights: Jalangi River, Surabhi Kunj, Shiva temple and countryside exploration.
MONDAY 8 FEBRUARY · DAY 8Travel to the historic pilgrimage town of Ambika Kalna, known for its sacred temples and rich devotional heritage. Later, enjoy maha-prasadam served at the Champahatti Temple, followed by time for yoga, kirtan or personal exploration.
Highlights: Ambika Kalna, Champahatti Temple and maha-prasadam.
Pilgrimage to Ambika Kalna
TUESDAY 9 FEBRUARY · DAY 9Explore Chaitanya Math, featuring representations of sacred Vrindavan landmarks, including Govardhan Hill, Radha Kund and Syama Kund. After lunch at a favourite local restaurant, gather for a memorable evening boat journey along the Ganga.
Highlights: Chaitanya Math, sacred Vrindavan representations, museum and evening boat ride.
Chaitanya Math & Sunset on the Ganga
WEDNESDAY 10 FEBRUARY · DAY 10Return to Kolkata & Farewell
After an early breakfast, depart Mayapur for Kolkata, where we'll visit the birthplace of Srila Prabhupada. Enjoy lunch at Ethnotel Hotel and some free time for shopping or rest before onward travel.
Highlights: Srila Prabhupada's birthplace, Kolkata exploration and farewell.
Accommodation & your home in Mayapur
Rest, reconnect and feel at home
Throughout our stay in Mayapur, we'll be based at Soul to Soul Guest House, a welcoming place to return to after each day's spiritual adventures.
Located approximately 1.5 kilometres from the main temple compound, the guesthouse offers a convenient base for our pilgrimage, with local transport readily available for those wishing to travel between the accommodation and temple.
Daily breakfasts will be enjoyed at the guesthouse, with opportunities to gather for yoga, kirtan and shared meals.
Accommodation details
31 January: Group meeting at Ethnotel Hotel, Kolkata.
1–9 February: Soul to Soul Guest House, Mayapur.
10 February: Return to Ethnotel Hotel, Kolkata, with rooms available for rest before departure.
Additional accommodation can be arranged for those arriving earlier or staying longer, subject to availability.
What's included in your journey?
Included in your tour
Accommodation
Group accommodation arrangements from 31 January to 10 February.
Organised transport
Scheduled group transport and excursions throughout the pilgrimage.
Sacred site visits
An arranged itinerary exploring Mayapur, Navadvipa and surrounding pilgrimage destinations.
Spiritual experiences
Opportunities to join kirtan, optional yoga and devotional activities.
Breakfasts and lunches
Not included
Evening meals, international flights, visas, travel insurance, personal shopping and other personal expenses.
For dinner, explore Mayapur’s vegetarian restaurants independently or join others in the group.
1–10 February 2027 | Mayapur, India
Tour Investment: $2,275 per person AUD
Feel called to experience the sacred land of Mayapur?
We warmly invite you to register your interest in this 10-day journey of spiritual discovery, devotion and connection.
Whether you're deepening an existing Bhakti Yoga practice or exploring Krishna Consciousness for the first time, we look forward to sharing this experience with you.
Honouring the Spirit of the Journey
This immersion offers an opportunity to experience the devotional lifestyle and traditions of Bhakti Yoga. To support a harmonious and spiritually focused environment, we ask all participants to abstain from meat and intoxicants throughout the tour.
Register your interest below, and we'll be in touch with further details.
With love, Vasu & Louise