VELLORE, INDIA, SEPTEMBER 2025
A PILGRIMAGE TO INDIA
September 12 - 21, 2025
Vellore, India
Highlights
Visit & practice at sacred sites from the Shiva mountain, Arunachala to the abode of Shakti, Sri Puram Golden Temple
Mantra Meditation & Kirtan by master teacher Nadav Kahn: initiate cultivation of daily Mantra practices at the birthplace of these sacred sounds
Experience the essence of Kirtan, Bhakti yoga and Nada Shakti- the Yoga of devotion and sound, through the guidance of a practitioner of 20+ years
Visit with local saints, ashrams, temples, enlightened caves and participate in traditional Vedic rituals and ceremonies
Participate daily in service to the community at local charitable projects
Details
Nestled in the rural hills of South India, there is a very special corner in the world where you will be supported to go inward, soften and allow yourself to feel it all.
This immersive experience in the very motherland of Mantra Meditation is a unique and intimate opportunity to intentionally take a step away from the stresses and distractions of modern life and bathe in devotional spaces and daily practices designed to quiet the mind and open the heart, guided by musician and teacher Nadav Kahn.
Our Pilgrimage will take our practice to sacred places starting at the Shiva Mountain (Divine Masculine), Arunachala in Tiruvannamalai. We take an exploration and mindful hike of the enlightened caves where sages and saints have meditated for centuries. Our next destination is the home of the Golden Temple of Lakshmi, Abode of the Mother (Divine Feminine). Here, we'll delve deep into practice and experience the rural village of Peedam, where temple life is guided by local Saint Sri Sakthi Narayani Amma.
This Journey is for anyone who is seeking to deepen their connection to the Divine and develop a daily Mantra-based practice.
Sri Narayani Holistic Centre
The Sri Narayani Holistic Centre is an epicentre of health and wellness specializing in Siddha medicine, Ayurveda, yoga, reflexology and acupuncture.
We have a deep appreciation that each person is a unique individual with specific physical, mental and spiritual needs. By providing each guest with a personalised holistic treatment plan we enable our guests to achieve enhanced health and wellbeing.
Our treatments restore energy and harmony leading to a sense of inner peace and contentment.
The centre has a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of doctors, therapists and yoga masters. We offer both residential as well as outpatient-based treatments. The primary aim of our centre is to serve our guests to the highest standards and ensure each guest has a positive and uplifting experience.
Accommodation
Private room for 1
$3995 AUD for Mantra Monday Students
$4595 AUD for New Students
Thoughtfully designed guest rooms offer serenity after full days on retreat. Equipped with King-size beds and a sitting area, there is plenty of personal space offered for a peaceful stay. Each room has an en-suite and air conditioning unit. Laundry service is available.
Meals
Meals provided: Breakfast · Dinner · Lunch
Diets catered: Vegetarian
The Holistic Centre provides wholesome, Sathvic meals, ensuring the highest quality of food. All meals are hot, freshly prepared, and created with local, organic ingredients. In addition to breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests are welcome to indulge in mid-morning and late afternoon snacks and refreshments.
TESTIMONIALS
”I am so grateful to have been in the right place at the right time, to be able to join Nadav in India. It was an added blessing to share the experience with a wonderful group, with Nadav facilitating our journey and opening the door for us to savour the magic of India, we quickly formed a deep connection and safe sharing space.
From Tiruvannamalai with Nadav and with Saran our local guide, whose knowledge, energy and spiritual wisdom was exceptional, I truly discovered Arunachala and the teachings of Ramana Maharshi came to life. Then our phenomenal time in Peedam, home of Narayani Amma and the shakti aspect of our experience, mantra and Vedic practices- everything was beyond my expectation.
Nadav's wealth of knowledge and experience, unique spiritual guidance and his many friends and contacts made the experience rich and unforgettable. Beautiful pujas and rituals, visiting the Green Shakti program, the schools and other initiatives was heartwarming and fulfilling.
I felt well taken care of. The accommodation and food were of an excellent standard. Everything was organised well enough that I felt all my needs were met and at the same time there was flexibility so that we could take advantage and participate spontaneously in some of the very special opportunities that came our way unexpectedly. It was a magical time of deep learning, spiritual awakening and self exploration in the capable hands of Nadav.
Om Namo Narayani.”
Bev, Australia
“The journey to India was a profoundly moving and inspiring trip for me. Having meditated for many years and being well versed in the practice of chanting mantra and kirtan, this trip exceeded all my expectations. With Nadav‘s beautiful voice, steady guidance, and vast know how of India, I went deeper in my practice than ever before. I found the caves, temples and spaces we practised in to be so energetically powerful and supportive of the whole experience. I absolutely loved it and highly recommend it to anyone who is drawn to these practices. Transformational!”
Lexi, Australia
“Nadav’s guidance and embodiment during such a powerful pilgrimage was life-changing. The things I got to see and feel on the trip he led to India continue to bear fruit in my life even now. Permanent heart expansion and deep connection awaits.”
Carly, USA
What's Included
Airport transfers
Guides for tours
Accommodations
All meals, snack and beverages
Daily practice & teachings with Nadav
Consultation with Dr Janani at Holistic Centre
Not Included
Airfare
Visa
Tips (drivers, guides, hotels)
Individual donations at temples
Cancellation policy
A $500 non-refundable booking fee is due upon registration. Half of the retreat fee (minus the booking fee) is due 30 days within booking. Full payment is due July 12.
If you chose to cancel, 100% refund of retreat fee (minus the $500 booking fee) is possible before July 12.
50% refund if canceled before August 12.
There are no refunds past August 12.
For more information or to REGISTER, please email : hello@edmundandamelia.com