KASHMIR — THE VALLEY OF SAINTS
Kashmir is known as Sharada-pitha (The Abode of Wisdom) and Reshi Vaer (The Valley of Saints). It is a land where the veil between the physical and the spiritual is remarkably thin. This journey is an invitation to ascend: both physically into the Himalayas, and inwardly into the silence of the true Self.
We will traverse the sacred geography of Kashmir Shaivism, walking the paths where great masters unlocked the secrets of consciousness. From the mystical Ice Lingam of Amarnath, where Lord Shiva revealed the secret of immortality, to the benevolent embrace of the Divine Mother at Vaishno Devi.
Guided by Swamini Abhirami, we will explore ancient Sun temples, meditate in the caves of Sufi mystics, and bow before self-manifested deities.
✨ TRIP HIGHLIGHTS✨






A rare sanctuary where the Divine Couple dwells as One. We will trek to witness the Swayambhu Ice Lingam — the site of the Amar Katha — and bow to the Mahamaya Shakti-pitha. It is here that the Throat of Mother Sati fell, making this cave the supreme seat of Divine Speech, where the secret of immortality still resonates in the eternal silence.
A journey to the Trikuta Mountains to receive the darshan of the Divine Mother in the form of three natural rock formations (Pindis), representing Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasaraswati.
Perched atop a hill overlooking Srinagar, this temple stands on the site where the great philosopher Adi Shankara meditated.
The majestic ruins of an 8th-century temple dedicated to Surya. Despite the passage of centuries, these stones still vibrate with the ancient solar power of the Karkota dynasty.
An ancient shrine in Pahalgam associated with a profound legend: it is at this very spot that Lord Shiva replaced Ganesha’s head with that of an elephant.
We will honour the unique spiritual heritage of Kashmir by visiting the shrines of great Sufi saints.
GUIDE
Swamini Abhirami
Swamini Abhirami was born in Russia and began studying the spiritual traditions of the East and West at the age of 15. She met her Guru in 2007 and has been a disciple of Paramahamsa Vishwananda ever since. Since 2014, she has resided permanently in Vrindavan, India.
An Atma Kriya Yoga teacher with over 15 years of experience, Swamini Abhirami lectures on the Bhagavad Gita and other Hindu scriptures. She also teaches meditation, mantras, and mudras, and conducts Vedic ceremonies and rituals.
Swamini Abhirami travels extensively to spread the message of Love — the core of Paramahamsa Vishwananda’s mission — accompanied by the deity Simhachalam Narasimha, who was manifested for her by Gurudev in 2019.
Over the past 13 years, she has organised more than 40 journeys to India and Nepal, opening these ancient, mystical lands to hundreds of travellers from abroad.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Prasadini Dasi (Larisa S.)
I already miss everyone. I am grateful to the Lord for granting me this trip. My heartfelt thanks to Abhirami, Thakur and the entire team who remained behind the scenes, yet worked tirelessly to organise this pilgrimage. I am grateful to all the group members — I have simply fallen in love with each of you. This was my first journey where I felt like I was among old friends. Sending hugs to all and truly hoping to see you on our next journey under Abhirami’s guidance.
Yulia K.
Once again, I want to express my deep gratitude to our guides, Thakur Das and Abhirami, for a journey that felt like a single breath – so seamless and wonderful! You created a truly magical space of love, kindness and peace. Thank you to our group as well – each of you played your role with such love! This journey felt like a dream, blessed by the Lord. We will never be the same again – and that’s beautiful! Sending you all my love and looking forward to seeing you again!




