Sacred Geography
Walk through hidden Shakti temples and living sacred sites that have shaped Kashi’s feminine spiritual landscape for centuries.
Shakti Retreat
Manka Malik x Wisdom Yatra
A pilgrimage through the living divine feminine.
Why This Retreat?
Why Kashi? Why Shakti?
Living Traditions
Experience rituals, philosophy, and conversations rooted in traditions that are still practiced today, not preserved behind glass.
Small Group Experience
Limited to twelve women so the retreat can stay personal, immersive, and spacious enough for genuine connection.
What Awaits You
The experiences that shape the retreat
A few signature sites and retreat moments are enough to show the feeling of the journey without turning the page into a checklist.
Hidden Shakti Temples
Temple visits held with context, silence, and enough time to feel the atmosphere rather than rush through it.
Mahavidya Traditions
Enter the symbolic worlds of Kali, Dhumavati, and the fiercer dimensions of Shakti without reducing them to spectacle.
Varahi and Chausath Yogini
Signature sacred sites help anchor the retreat in Kashi’s layered goddess traditions and lesser-seen temple pathways.
Sunrise Boat Ride & Live Classical Music
The river is not just a view here. It becomes one of the retreat’s most spacious thresholds into Kashi.
Reflection Circles & Sacred Movement
Simple embodied practices, activities, conversations, and reflective pauses keep the retreat inwardly anchored.
Curated Meals, Cafe Moments & Photography
Beautiful details, shared tables, and professional retreat photography make the experience feel intentional from start to finish.
The Journey
Held by themes, not by hurry
Each day carries a different energy, but the retreat is meant to feel like one continuous inward movement rather than a checklist of hours, temple stops, and logistics.
Entering Kashi
Arrival, orientation, and the first slower meeting with the city’s sacred mood.
Encountering Shakti
Temple pathways, feminine symbolism, and encounters that begin to deepen the retreat.
Transformation & Reflection
More sustained sacred atmosphere, reflection circles, and a felt sense of inner movement.
Integration & Departure
A quieter closing that lets the retreat stay with you rather than end abruptly.
A detailed day-wise itinerary will be shared with interested participants.
Meet Your Hosts
The people holding the retreat
Ajit Singh
With years of experience across hospitality, travel operations, and on-ground retreat support, Ajit Singh helps shape Wisdom Yatra through steadiness, sincerity, and the kind of care that lets a journey feel personally held rather than mechanically run.
Manka Malik
Manka is a Spiritual Teacher and Inner Alignment Coach who guides seekers towards self-discovery through sacred scripture wisdom, transformative breathwork, and meditative practices. With over 1,000 lives touched, she creates a sacred space where inner stillness meets purposeful living, empowering every soul to walk their path with clarity and grace.
Why We Created This Retreat
We created this retreat for women who want Kashi not only as a place to visit, but as a place to enter with reverence.
The intention is not to perform spirituality, but to make room for sacred atmosphere, conversation, ritual intelligence, and a gentler inner pace through the city.
Where You Will Stay
Held at Aghor Ashram
The retreat will be hosted at Aghor Ashram, a peaceful riverside setting in Kashi. Its quiet courtyards, green spaces, shared practice areas, and simple rooms give the group a grounded place to return to between temple journeys, reflection circles, and time on the river.
Practice, rest, and integrate
Staying together at the ashram helps the retreat feel like one continuous experience. Mornings can begin quietly, while evenings leave room for rest, conversation, and integration away from the busier rhythm of the city.
- Comfortable twin-sharing accommodation included
- Limited private room upgrade available (+₹15,000)
- Riverside views, shaded gardens, and peaceful shared spaces
A smaller circle makes the retreat personal
With only twelve women, there is more room for meaningful conversation, slower exploration, personal guidance, and genuine connection.
What's Included
Clear, practical, and easy to scan
Accommodation
Twin-sharing stay at Aghor Ashram, with limited private room upgrades available.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks during the walks are covered.
Internal Transport
All local retreat movement within the city.
Temple Immersions
Guided sacred visits with context and care.
Boat Ride
River experience woven into the retreat rhythm.
Retreat Kit
Small essentials prepared for the journey.
Reflection Circles
Shared space for integration and inner processing.
Professional Photography
Selected retreat moments captured with sensitivity.
Cafe Experiences & Group Discussions
Thoughtful pauses, conversations, and local atmosphere.
Pricing
Simple and transparent
₹44,999
Twin sharing · First 4 confirmed participants₹59,999
Private room · First 4 confirmed participants₹49,999
Twin sharing₹64,999
Private roomOptional add-on: airport or railway transfers can be arranged on request.
Guest Reflections
What stays with people
“The retreat offered a peaceful atmosphere and a good opportunity to slow down and reflect. The sessions were meaningful and Ajit added his own touch with his amazing stories regarding the History of Benaras. Overall, it was a good experience and a nice way to explore the city’s sacred temples.”
Mallika
“What an incredible experience exploring Varanasi with Ajit. His knowledge, warmth, and genuine passion for the city are absolutely contagious. You can truly feel how much he loves Varanasi - its traditions, spirituality, history, and culture - and that energy makes the tour so much more meaningful.”
Pedro Kujit
“My experience with Ajit and Manka was absolutely incredible. The retreat was designed in way that its memories have left a beautiful imprint on my mind. All the 10 devi temples we visited were very energetically charged which made this trip a total hit for me. ❤️”
Eshika Singh
FAQ
What people usually want to know
Do I need prior spiritual knowledge?
No. Curiosity, openness, and respect matter more than prior study.
Is this suitable for solo travellers?
Yes. The retreat is especially well suited to women arriving on their own and wanting a held small-group experience.
What should I wear?
Comfortable, modest clothing suited to temple spaces and city walking works best. A fuller packing note will be shared after confirmation.
Can I book a private room?
Yes, a limited number of private room upgrades are available for an additional ₹15,000.
What is included?
Accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks during the walks, internal transport, temple immersions, boat experience, reflection circles, retreat kit, photography, and curated group moments.
What is not included?
Travel to and from Varanasi, any meals apart from the included breakfast, lunch, dinner, and walk snacks, private shopping, and personal expenses.
What is the cancellation policy?
The full cancellation policy should be shared in your booking guide and confirmation process.
What is the minimum number of participants?
The retreat runs with a minimum group size. This can be confirmed clearly in the practical guide shared on inquiry.
Walk With The Goddess
11–14 December 2026. Only 12 places available.
If this retreat feels quietly right, let that be enough to begin the conversation.