Key Information: Tour Duration: 11
- 20
day(s) Group Size: 8
- 16
people Destination(s):India Specialty Categories:Yoga & Spiritual ExperienceCultural Journey Season: January - December Airfare Included: No Tour Customizable: Yes Minimum Per Person Price: 900 US Dollar (USD) Maximum Per Person Price: 2080 US Dollar (USD)
The Auroville Community in South India is one of the most famous and amazing experiments in Human Unity today. Almost 2000 dedicated and adventurous souls from all over the world are building a new type of holistic urban center. This tour is a rare guided introduction into the complex realities and dreams of Auroville. You will experience the extraordinary Inner Chamber of the Matrimandir, a powerful masterpiece of architecture and sacred geometry. Our excursions take you through the innovative ecological, economical, educational, cultural and spiritual projects of Auroville. Most of all there is opportunity to meet Aurovilians who share their motivations for dedicating their lives to such a bold endeavor.
Tour Itinerary
Days 1-11: Spend ten inspiring and interactive days in Auroville!
Discover the vision, the colorful history and today’s realities of the "City the Earth Needs".
Aurovilians will give in-depth presentations, followed by lively bicycle tours visiting the various sub-communities and projects. You will have the opportunity to work with Aurovilians in one of these activities and to learn about Auroville´s innovative and ecological projects. Experience the amazing blend of lifestyles and the embodiment of spiritual practice through Karma Yoga in the community. You will meet Aurovilians from many nations and you will get to understand their motivations for dedicating their lives to such a bold endeavor.
The Auroville introduction and the following South India tour are carried out by "Auroville´s Travel Agency Inside India" and have been offered by Auroville International Germany for more than the last 8 years. Participants have given top ranking to this combined introduction to Auroville and South India and described it as personally highly enriching.
South India - Spirituality, Culture and Nature
Days 12-20: Following these intense days in Auroville you will be introduced to the spiritual and cultural heritage of southern India. During a fascinating nine-day tour a temple, wildlife reserve and beautiful natural spots of South India will be visited.
