Himachal Retreat
Escape to the quiet mountains and rejuvenate your spirit with art, nature, and peaceful reflection
4 Days of Himalayan Serenity
Dates: To Be Announced
The Slow Life Himalayan Retreat offers an immersive, hands-on experience where self-exploration meets the gentle rhythm of slow living in the majestic Dharamshala valley. Through evidence-based mindfulness, nature therapy, and intuitive art, you are invited to unplug from everyday chaos and align your mind, body, and soul. As you journey inward to cultivate clarity, calm, confidence, courage, and creativity, you will also immerse yourself in the authentic spirit and quiet serenity of the Himalayas.
Our thoughtfully crafted sessions are designed to connect you deeply with both your inner self and the timeless wisdom and natural heritage of Himachali culture. From savoring wholesome, authentic Himachali Dham to engaging in sacred river rituals, Gaddi Tribe dance and ancient Tibetan Art in a monastery, every experience is crafted to ground you in the land and its heritage. As you step away from the noise of daily life and sync with the natural rhythms of the mountains, you will cultivate a profound sense of gratitude, presence, and inner harmony.
Our Intention
Every participant leaves with a heightened sense of self, emotional clarity, and a renewed mindset rooted in calmness, creativity, and present-moment awareness—along with a deep-seated admiration for the magic of the Himalayas.
Experiences That Await You
Sunrise Yoga Sessions
Pranayamas
Flow - A sensory colour experience
Art Picnic by the river
Flute Meditation
Cold water plunge in the river
Gaddi(Tribe) Dance
Monastery Visit
Tibetan Wood Painting
Bonfire & Dance
Offline With Nature
Sound Healing Session
Himachali Food Experience
Forest Bathing/ Nature Walk with Grounding techniques
How would your days look like!
After checking into our surreal stay, rest for a while, soak in the beauty of nature and brace yourself for a beautiful journey to realise your innerself
Day 1
The Beginning
Ice-breaker & Intention Setting: We commence the retreat with ice-breakers, getting to know each other, and setting the intention for the retreat. Nature Walk & Village Exploration: Experience the joy of slow-living in rural India, relax , reflect within and enjoy as you walk through farms, canals, old temples. Flow- A Sensory Colour Play: An immersive, blindfolded art ritual where gentle sounds guide movement, helping you create from feeling, not form. A Hygge Evening to Remember: What could be a better hygge experience than a bonfire on a chilly night in the Himalayas. Groove on to classic music, share the stories and laughter forging new friendships. Welcome Dinner: Indulge in a special welcome dinner and retire for the day
Day 3
Heritage Art
Mindful Movenent & Breathwork session by the river: Wake up to align your energies in lap of mother nature. We start the day with mindful releasing movements, energising breathwork and swara meditation. Tibetan Monastery Visit with Workshop: We step into a living monastery dedicated to preserving Tibetan art and wisdom. Wander through serene courtyards and sacred spaces, slowing down to observe craft as meditation. You’ll then immerse yourself in a traditional wood painting workshop, guided gently through form and colour. Each participant creates a small hand-painted piece. A quiet, tactile memory to take back home. Flute Meditation With Journaling: This evening, you would experience something unique, flute meditation. Savour your tea and get lost in the melodious tunes of flute. This would be followed by a journaling session. Cultivate a mindset of gratitude with guided journaling sessions. Gaddi Dance: This night we enjoy and appreciate the traditional vibrant dance by Gaddi tribe performers. Learn about their graceful movements and join in for some fun.
Day 2
Nature & Calm
Yoga & Breathwork session by the River: Align yourself to the energies and elements of nature through guided Surya Namaskar and Somatic Yogasanas alongside a beautiful stream. River Plunge: Rejoice in the river plunge pool near the property. Let your inner child live the moments of pure, unadulterated joy of bathing in a natural pool. Art Picnic by the River: The Slow Life Retreat would be incomplete without its signature art picnic! Bring out your creative spirit and indulge in this enchanting art of painting by the river, a picnic set-up to soak in the beauty of slow living. Vocal Sound Healing: After a blissful evening and delightful dinner, immmerse in the ancient wisdom of healing through voice. While the Tibetan monks have been practicing it since centuries, we learn the basics of sound projection onto energy centers.
Day 4
Renew & Rejuvenate
Closing Ceremony Postcard & Letter Writing: Create an alluring art on a postcard and write an inspiring letter to your future self, loved one or a new friend you just made. After breakfast, we gather for hugs, pictures and sharing our retreat experiences. .
Who is this retreat for?
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You are looking for a meaningful retreat in the lap of nature.
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You are tired of your stressful routine and are ready to imbibe the concept of slow living
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You wish to give a break to your cluttered, chaotic mind and surrender to silence and slowness.
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You are planning a staycation but with meaningful experiences that help you be more mindful.
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You are looking to incorporate simple techniques of mindfulness to be more calm, clear, compassionate, creative and confident.
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You are passing through a difficult or a life-altering phase and looking for a kind supportive community.
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You are/not an artist and love to experience the joy of creating just for yourself.
Your Nature Stay
Located on the riverside of Dharamshala, the cottages are surrounded by the mighty views of the Himalayas. The stay & the yogashala are designed to rejuvenate and relax during retreat.
Meet Your Facilitator
Purvi is a certified Naad Yoga therapist, therapeutic art facilitator, and zen pottery practitioner with over 14 years of experience in Reiki. A Psychology Honours graduate trained in alternative therapies, including sylvotheray, she completed her studies at leading institutes across Rishikesh, Mysore, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Her approach is deeply rooted in mindfulness, expressed through the transformative power of sound, energy, art, breath, and movement.
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Ready to choose yourself and make an investment for a better version of you?
Your Investment
Option 1: Opt for single occupancy room for complete privacy and zero disturbance
INR 44,999
Option 2: Opt double sharing with a friend/family member or with another participant
INR 36,999
What's included?
Accommodation in the property throughout the retreat
Nourishing meals on all days(Day 1 Lunch to Day 3 Breakfast)
Facilitator/Guide throughout the retreat
All experiences, workshops, monastery entrance and internal commute for the same
Materials and equipment required for all sessions
Exclusion: Airport Transfers (Can be availed at an extra cost), Any personal purchase/orders/shopping,Any expense during travel
Have a query?
Before You Book
Don'ts of the Retreat
Any consumption of alcohol, drugs or any abusive substance is strictly prohibited.
Roaming around or outside the property premises especially at night is prohibited
The retreat is open for the age group of 18+
How to Reach?
Option 1:Take direct flight to Kangra Airport and take 20 minutes cab to reach the property
Option 2: Take an overnight bus/train to Dharamshala and reach the property by cab in 30 minutes
Option 3: Drive down to the property in your own vehicle
What this retreat is not!
Alternative to professional therapy
Workshop for retreat organisers and facilitator to learn.
It is not a training of any kind
Not a medical treatment
The Slow-lifers' Core Ethics & Values
Sustainibility
Heritage Art
Local Craft
Conscious Travel
Community Support
The Slow-lifers' Rules & Values that we follow
At The Slow Life, we believe, we are not just a part of nature but we are nature. And thus, we ensure we leave no carbon footprint behind as a thank you to the forest, animals and locals thriving at our retreat locarions.
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We recycle every plastic wrapper including your canvas covers, protein bars or snack wrappers. Everything is collected and recycled at Jagruth Tech, Mysuru. Ensure to handover all recyclable things to the facilitators and leave nothing behind in the dustbin.
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Throwing trash, including cigarette buds isn't appreciated.
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A lot of you love taking plant cuttings with you as a memory but ensure to pluck no flowers, fruits or plants without permission or reasonable intention.
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We do not encourage our associated properties to offer use-and-throw bathroom essentials and appreciate all participants for carrying their own personal toiletries and skincare that they choose after detailed research.
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Refill & Hydrate : It is mandatory to carry your refillable bottle to reduce single use plastic. We do not offer single use plastic bottles during our retreats. Refilling facilities are available.
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No animals must be harmed or teased for fun. We respect and maintain silence in and around the property post-sunset. We must not disrupt any nocturnal activities during our presence in their territory.
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Ethical Community Engagement: Interactions with local villagers and native environment must ensure deep respect, privacy, cultural appreciation, and zero economic or social exploitation of local communities. Always ask before taking pictures/let our facilitators lead as we take prior permission.
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You can carry pencils, crayons and chalk sticks if you have the habit of giving little something to village kids.
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Shopping etiquettes: We all end up shopping something local while travelling, carry an extra bag for your shopping, value the efforts while buying agricultural and artisanal products. Extreme bargaining is disrespectful.
Glimpses from the Previous Retreat
