India: A cultural yoga journey with Anna Taylor

From Tea Hills to Sacred Cities

22 October - 1 November 2027

10 nights

Prices from £4499

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Daily yoga, cultural experiences & a journey across four locations

Exceptional stays, from a highland tea estate to a palace on the Ganges

For those who want India in all its colour, chaos and beauty

Travel from the tea-covered hills and tropical backwaters of Kerala to Varanasi during Diwali and the tangled streets of Old Delhi on an extraordinary journey across India.

We begin among Kerala’s tea plantations before slowing the pace at an Ayurvedic spa, with treatments, yoga and time on the water. From here, we head north to Varanasi for Diwali, exploring its narrow lanes and riverside ghats, taking a boat onto the Ganges and witnessing the evening ceremonies that have taken place here for centuries.

The journey ends in Delhi, reached aboard one of India’s legendary sleeper trains, with our final night in a heritage haveli in the old city. Throughout the retreat, Anna Taylor leads daily yoga and meditation, woven around regional food, markets, temples and the journey itself.

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   Zhijian Yee 
 2 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Reclaim's Mongolia Retreat was my first (a) Yoga Retreat and (b) Group Travel trip (& as a solo participant). Count myself lucky to be a Reclaim Alum & will be back for more! Jools & team did an fantastic job balancing the travel, trip-experiences & yoga across two magnificant destinations. While each of the 10 days flew by, the pace remained unhurried and I was able to fully engage through all the activities. I really appreciated how the team fostered a warm & friendly environment across the small group, and it was a truly lovely communal experience. Major shout-out to Kelly for the menu & food as well - I am not a vegetarian, but did not miss meat at all over the trip! Yoga with James was eye-opening as well, with the yurts providing a really grounding experience. We all received personal attention/modifications during the group classes that catered to varying levels of practice. Beyond the new poses & transitions, my foundation has really improved with his attention to micro-detail & expertise across breadth, movement & focus. Grateful to have been a part of this trip & massive thank you to Jools & James for the experience. 10/10. Highly Recommended!
  
 
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   Shelby Gordon 
 27 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did the Mongolia retreat with James this year and it was excellent.  Jools does an amazing job of combining a unique experience with an amazing yoga teacher. I can't wait to do another one with reclaim yourself!
  
 
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   Emiliana Petrone 
 27 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent - I’ve been on four retreats (South Africa/Namibia, Japan, Norway, and Iceland) and signed up for two more. Small, well-led, great yoga, great destinations. You are very well taken care of, and the company’s retreats always minimise environmental impact and maximise wellness.
  
 
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   Charmaine Johnson 
 26 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +4
I recently had the privilege of attending a yoga retreat with Reclaim Yourself to Mongolia. It was perfect! The yoga classes were led by James Rafael. The class size was small which allowed personal attention to all students, there was meditation,  breath work , a powerful flow and the occasional workshop threaded in, teaching new poses and refining old poses. It was the perfect beginning and end to each day.   Sleeping in yurts was new and a fun experience.  One night I even scored a 98 sleep score. The vegetarian meals  were outstanding, thanks  to Kelly and the camp personnel . The transportation was another highlight of the trip a  train ride to the Gobi desert, and Jeep excursions in the gobi and then to the next camp, traveling back trails.  Then you add in the hikes and horseback riding and hot showers in the shower tent, by candlelight all coordinated by Jools.  Perfect.
  
 
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   sally B 
 16 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Reclaim Yourself and Jools are amazing 🤩 Epic experience in the wilderness @Mongolia and I can’t wait to do on another adventure next year and every year!
  
 
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   naomi alter-ohayon 
 2 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Several weeks have passed since my retreat in Bhutan with ReclaimYourself . I have had weeks to reflect and notice how I Feel and how I was affected by my experience . When I left I felt that the trip was a 10+++ . Extremely well organized , leaders who care about their clients and are clearly invested in their well being and just a fabulous time all the way around . After all these weeks , I still feel like the trip and company is a 10+++ .  I would highly recommend Reclaim Yourself to anyone if you are looking to combine adventure with some yoga and retrospection . This group and company is wonderful!! You can’t go wrong with any of their offered retreats!! ❤️
  
 
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   Shelley Iocona 
 11 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +3
Bhutan is extraordinary on its own — but experiencing it through this retreat elevated it into something truly transformative. From the moment we arrived, every detail was thoughtfully held. Our guides and drivers were exceptional. Patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, they kept us safe and well-informed through every hike and excursion, and their warmth made the whole journey feel personal rather than programmatic. The yoga was outstanding. I came hoping to deepen my practice and left having done exactly that. Matthew is a gem — his instruction and presence created a space where I felt fully supported every single day, on and off the mat. What sets this retreat apart is the rare combination of rigorous practice, breathtaking landscape, and people who genuinely care about your experience. Bhutan has a way of cracking you open, and having the right container for that makes all the difference.
  
 
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   Kim Baffi 
 10 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s hard to put into words just how wonderful this retreat was. Carefree, culturally connected, sustainable by design, and deeply personal. I felt incredibly cared for every step of the journey to Bhutan. Jools was exceptionally thoughtful and generous with her time,  knowledge, and passion for connecting people from all walks of life with meaningful experiences. She was and amazing bodyguard at the Delhi airport, and a steady support system for the group, and a savvy strategic planner who stayed 10 steps ahead at every moment. As a yogi, it was also incredible to have access to a world class instructor. I was really impressed by how selectively Jools chooses partners like Matthew that truly deepen your yoga practice in a meaningful way. If you’re looking for a life-changing adventure with a group that goes deeper than the average travel company, considers every experience, and leaves the world a little better in the process, this is the perfect opportunity to do something truly special for yourself.
  
 
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   Kay V. 
 9 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. You won’t find a retreat that inspires you, calms you, and genuinely immerses you in culture and connection the way Reclaim Yourself does. Jools, Chloe, Matthew, and the whole team go above and beyond to make sure you feel truly cared for. Chloe was so lovely throughout, and Matthew’s yoga sessions were such a grounding and special part of the experience. The friendships you make last a lifetime. Thank you all -you gave me so much more than just a retreat!
  
 
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   Stephanie Patterson 
 9 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve done 2 retreats - one in Greece and the second in Bhutan.  Both retreats were incredible from start to finish.  The yoga teacher Matthew is so warm and caring.  Jools and Chloe keep the group organized and thought of everything.  It was so nice to feel completely cared for during the trip.  I am absolutely impressed with their commitment to sustainability and impacting the local community in a positive way

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Mornings

Mornings vary as we travel through India, but on most days we begin with yoga with Anna before breakfast. In Munnar, you’ll wake surrounded by tea-covered hills, while on Lake Vembanad mornings begin beside the water. In Varanasi, we practise overlooking the Ganges as the city comes to life below.

After yoga, we have breakfast together before heading out for the day. On travel days, we may start earlier to catch a flight, train or begin the journey to our next destination.

Daytime

Days are shaped by where we are. In Munnar, we’ll walk through tea plantations, take part in a tea tasting and have time to swim at the estate. At Lake Vembanad, there’s more time to slow down, book Ayurvedic treatments and enjoy the pool, alongside a boat journey through the backwaters and a visit to the Kuttanad community.

Varanasi is busier and more intense. We’ll explore the old city with local guides, walk its narrow lanes and ghats, visit temples and markets and take a boat onto the Ganges. Our time here coincides with Diwali, so expect the city to be particularly lively, with celebrations and thousands of lamps illuminating the riverfront.

There are also travel days as we move between destinations by road and air, plus our overnight sleeper train from Varanasi to Delhi.

Evenings

Evenings might mean dinner at our hotel, exploring somewhere new or heading out for one of the experiences that make this journey so special.

In Varanasi, we’ll witness the evening Aarti ceremony on the Ganges and experience the city during Diwali. In Old Delhi, our final evening begins with flying kites from the rooftop of our haveli as the sun goes down, followed by a seven-course farewell feast.

Yoga is woven throughout the retreat, but this is not a stay-in-one-place yoga holiday. Some days are slower, with plenty of time for treatments, swimming and relaxing, while others are full days of exploring and travelling. That variety is very much part of the experience.

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Yes	The venue is locally owned and operated
	The venue is operated in partnership with a local owner
Yes	The venue employs local staff with good pay and working conditions in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Some	Staff are offered employee benefits and professional development opportunities
Yes	The venue partners with and supports local suppliers for activities and products
Yes	Your chosen excursion suppliers follow environmental guidelines. And, on any trips involving wildlife, suppliers keep their distance and never disturb the animals.
N/A	The venue gives preference to suppliers with ownership from diverse or underrepresented populations
No	The venue runs on renewable energy
Yes	The venue uses a sustainable water supply
Yes	There is a comprehensive waste management system
Yes	There is limited use of single use plastic
Some	Biodegradable products are used
Yes	Sustainable, local food sources are available
No	The venue measures its environmental impact and operates in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Yes	The venue is actively involved in conservation
Yes	The location is not over touristed/we are visiting out of high season
Some	The location has slow travel/public transport options
No	The venue has its own sustainability strategy/targets
No	The venue has its own certifications such as ISO 14001, Green Building Certifications, BCorp certification or other demonstrable policies

Yes/No/Some
No	The venue is locally owned and operated
No	The venue is operated in partnership with a local owner
Yes	The venue employs local staff with good pay and working conditions in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Some	Staff are offered employee benefits and professional development opportunities
Yes	The venue partners with and supports local suppliers for activities and products
Yes	Your chosen excursion suppliers operate with clear guidelines to minimise their negative environmental impact, and animal welfare is a priority on any trips involving wildlife
Yes	The venue gives preference to suppliers with ownership from diverse or underrepresented populations
Yes	The venue runs on renewable energy
Yes	The venue uses a sustainable water supply
Yes	There is a comprehensive waste management system
Yes	There is limited use of single use plastic
Yes	Biodegradable products are used
Yes	Sustainable, local food sources are available
Yes	The venue measures its environmental impact and operates in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Yes	The venue is actively involved in conservation
Yes	The location is not over touristed/we are visiting out of high season
Some	The location has slow travel/public transport options
Yes	The venue has its own sustainability strategy/targets
No	The venue has its own certifications such as ISO 14001, Green Building Certifications, BCorp certification or other demonstrable policies

Yes/No/Some
Yes	The venue is locally owned and operated
	The venue is operated in partnership with a local owner
Yes	The venue employs local staff with good pay and working conditions in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Yes	Staff are offered employee benefits and professional development opportunities
Yes	The venue partners with and supports local suppliers for activities and products
Yes	Your chosen excursion suppliers operate with clear guidelines to minimise their negative environmental impact, and animal welfare is a priority on any trips involving wildlife
Yes	The venue gives preference to suppliers with ownership from diverse or underrepresented populations
Some	The venue runs on renewable energy
Yes	The venue uses a sustainable water supply
Yes	There is a comprehensive waste management system
Yes	There is limited use of single use plastic
Some	Biodegradable products are used
Yes	Sustainable, local food sources are available
Yes	The venue measures its environmental impact and operates in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Yes	The venue is actively involved in conservation
Yes	The location is not over touristed/we are visiting out of high season
Some	The location has slow travel/public transport options
Yes	The venue has its own sustainability strategy/targets
Yes	The venue has its own certifications such as ISO 14001, Green Building Certifications, BCorp certification or other demonstrable policies

Yes/No/Some
Yes	The venue is locally owned and operated
	The venue is operated in partnership with a local owner
Yes	The venue employs local staff with good pay and working conditions in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Yes	Staff are offered employee benefits and professional development opportunities
Yes	The venue partners with and supports local suppliers for activities and products
Yes	Your chosen excursion suppliers operate with clear guidelines to minimise their negative environmental impact, and animal welfare is a priority on any trips involving wildlife
Yes	The venue gives preference to suppliers with ownership from diverse or underrepresented populations
Yes	The venue runs on renewable energy
Yes	The venue uses a sustainable water supply
Yes	There is a comprehensive waste management system
Yes	There is limited use of single use plastic
Yes	Biodegradable products are used
Yes	Sustainable, local food sources are available
Yes	The venue measures its environmental impact and operates in compliance with all local laws and regulations
Yes	The venue is actively involved in conservation
No	The location is not over touristed/we are visiting out of high season
Some	The location has slow travel/public transport options
Yes	The venue has its own sustainability strategy/targets
Yes	The venue has its own certifications such as ISO 14001, Green Building Certifications, BCorp certification or other demonstrable policies

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From Tea Hills to Sacred Cities

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