The amazing Taj Mahal

Returning to India in February 2021 for 12 days to explore the Golden Triangle in the province of Rajasthan in India and to Rishikesh, one of the original homes of yoga in the Himalayan foothills!

There are 2 spots left as of February 2020, email nhaggard@telus.net for more information!


The Ganga (Ganges) in Rishikesh

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