A Journey Within — Your Return to Self
Welcome to Home-Coming Retreats — an immersive experience designed to reconnect you with your authentic essence. Amidst the serenity of India’s Himalayan foothills, this retreat is a heartfelt invitation to pause, breathe, and realign. Through grounding practices, creative expression, and conscious living, you’ll rediscover balance and inner clarity.
This experience is a gentle return — not to a place, but to your truest self. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and kindred spirits, you’ll unwind, expand awareness, and experience the peace that naturally arises when we come home to our hearts. No prior yoga or meditation experience is required; this is a safe, inclusive, and nurturing space for all.
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Daily Yoga & Breathwork to awaken body and mind
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Calming & Guided Meditations for emotional balance
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Journaling & Intuitive Painting to unlock creativity
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Forest Temple Hike & Nature Picnic for grounding
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Heart-Opening Cacao Ceremony under the stars
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3 Nights / 4 Days Accommodation with nourishing, home-cooked vegetarian meals
Retreat Schedule
Friday
Arrive by 3:00 PM | Introduction Circle | Calming Evening Meditation
Saturday
Morning Yoga & Breathwork | Heart Meditation | Painting Workshop | Evening Group Circle
Sunday
Guided Meditation | Journaling in Nature | Forest Walk | Cacao Ceremony
Monday
Morning Yoga & Closing Circle | Breakfast & Departure
The Space — Adara Farmstay
Located on the edge of Pauri town, Adara Farmstay is a lovingly restored colonial home surrounded by fruit trees, mountain terraces, and organic gardens. The property radiates simplicity and abundance, inviting guests to experience conscious living close to nature.
Accommodation includes shared twin or quadruple rooms with balcony views, access to a cozy living area, and a tranquil garden. Hot showers, Western-style bathrooms, and breathtaking Himalayan panoramas ensure comfort and serenity.
Conscious Cuisine
Our meals are Ayurvedic-inspired, vegetarian, and soulfully prepared by our local chef, Krishna. Expect lentils, vegetables, fresh salads, and nourishing grains blended with mild Himalayan spices. Vegan options are available on request. Mornings begin with coffee, chai, herbal teas, oats, or parathas — often paired with our fresh, oven-baked cakes.
Getting Here
Reach Adara Farmstay by taxi or bus from Delhi or Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport).
We can assist with transfers:
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Delhi → Pauri: ~8 hours (€90)
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Dehradun → Pauri: ~5 hours (€70)
An overnight stop in Rishikesh is recommended for travelers seeking rest and cultural immersion. We can coordinate stays and local transfers on request.
Pricing & Booking
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Twin Room: ₹49,000 → ₹39,200 / €530 → €425 per person
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Quad Room: ₹41,000 → ₹32,800 / €444 → €355 per person
Advance: ₹15,000 / €162 (non-refundable)
Balance due upon arrival.
Payment accepted via UPI, Google Pay, Wise, or Bank Transfer.
Cancellation Policy:
Rescheduling allowed up to 14 days before arrival. Booking advance is non-refundable.
Inclusions
✔ Accommodation (4 nights, 5 days)
✔ All meals & beverages
✔ Workshops, yoga & meditation sessions
✔ Hike, picnic & cacao ceremony
❌ Transport not included
Your Guides
Karan Juyal
Karan has been teaching and practicing yoga and meditation for 10+ years. He is certified with the 200 hrs Teacher Trainer Course and teaches yoga daily. He brings us to our centre with ease and a balanced energy, making yoga simple and profound. Karan grew up at his ancestral home in Pauri, and later lived in different places across India. He studied engineering and taught himself music, English and yoga. Later he performed as a solo-musician, organised hikes and ran a homestay. His path is from over-responsibility to relaxing, from silent to speaking up, from masculine to being vulnerable and strong. In April 2021, Lieke and Karan returned to the ancestral home and started Adara. Karan is a steady force, a hard worker, a relaxed energy, calm, gentle and aware.
Lieke Hulshof
Lieke has 20+ years of painting experience. For the past 7 years she experiments with the power of intuitive art and self-expression. She grew up as a Dutch girl living in different countries, studied Social Geography, worked for NGOs in Africa, and found herself a more loving and spontaneous life in India with meditation and writing. Her path is one from performing to being, from success to peace, from control to surrender. She creates Adara Farmstay (NGO and retreat) with Karan. Her energy is calm, warm, creative, and she is passionate to explore self-love and the feminine energy. She believes that the world needs more empowered, restful women.
Together, Karan and Lieke co-created Adara Farmstay — a haven of authenticity, creativity, and mindful living.
FAQs
Q – Can someone attend this retreat who has never done art / yoga before?
A – Yes, a complete beginner can join. This retreat will be inspiring for people from different levels. Q - Can kids join the retreat?
A- No, kids are not allowed. Q - Can I come a day early or extend my stay after the retreat?
A- Yes, please inform us. Extra charges applicable (single occupancy room – Rs. 1800, double occupancy room Rs. 3200). It is recommended if you want to immerse yourself more in the environment, slow travel, integrate what you learned. Adara has a special energy that many love to soak in.
Q – Do I need to bring anything with me for the paint and yoga workshop?
A – Bring your spirit and your curiosity. We provide the yoga mats and art supplies. Wear comfortable cloths for yoga. You can take your work home if you like.Q - What to pack?A - Comfortable clothes for yoga, some warm clothes for the evenings, comfortable shoes to have a walk/hike.Q– Are you located in a very remote location?
A– We are located at a 20 min walk from Pauri centre, easily reachable by car/taxi. Stairs bring you up to our address. If you come by bus, we can arrange a pick-up from the busstand.Q - Will I have access to the network?A -You will have proper network connectivity with major providers like Airtel, Jio, etc. We can arrange a local simcard if needed.
🌺 Come Home to Yourself
In the stillness of the Himalayas, every breath becomes a return. Every practice, a remembrance.
Join us at Home-Coming Retreats — where healing is natural, connection is effortless, and your journey home begins.👉 Book Your Retreat
