S O U T H I N D I A R E T R E A T
B Y B R E A T H N A T I O N
Discover the Union of Shiva & Shakti
January 10th to January 24th 2026
I n t h e f o o t s t e p s o f t h e " S h i v a S h a k t i "
Discover the Union
of Shiva & Shakti
In the softness of the South Indian landscape, where golden light meets flowing rivers and the air itself feels alive, a path opens to the heart. An invitation, A retreat to step into a transformative journey through the sacred lands of Kerala and Tamil Nadu, an immersive voyage to awaken the deepest layers of your authentic self, blending spiritual inquiry with cultural richness.
You will trace the mystical dance of Shiva and Shakti, cosmic architects whose eternal embrace mirrors the balance of masculine and feminine energy within each of us. Through guided rituals, sacred chanting, and contemplation, you will be invited to embody this union not just as a concept, but as a living experience.
This journey is also an invitation to feel the attributes of rituals, spiritual life, and magical thinking, where daily activities expand on your initiation and the healing it offers. Step by step, you will discover how to weave the anima and the animus, learning to carry ancient wisdom with confidence into a contemporary worldview.
From the awe-inspiring Nataraja dancers, sacred Temples in Madurai to the peaceful Kerala backwaters, every step becomes part of a pilgrimage, a sacred meeting between the soul and the land. Along the way, you will be nourished by vibrant South Indian cuisine, stories shared in circle, and the simple joy of connection with fellow travelers walking the same path.
Daily yoga, meditation, connected breathing practices, and movement weave together with temple visits, nature treks, vibrant markets, and carnatic chants creating a rhythm that is both grounding and expansive. Moments of stillness and celebration flow together like the Ganges and the sea, leaving space for inner awakening, laughter, and the remembrance that you already carry divinity within.
Isabel Berger together with Lydia Gaudin will be your facilitators and guide.
Please inquire for detail schedule of this Journey.
Groups is limited to 12 participants
Reservations and deposit to secure your spot needed by September 30 th.
Contact Isabel at
Breathnation.com for inquiries
French and English speaking retreat
Cost of retreat $2650.00 January 10-24
"International flights
not included"
More info & full itinerary
Retreat Highlights Include :
• The awe-inspiring Meenakshi Temple in Madurai, a jewel of Dravidian architecture
• Chettinad’s opulent merchant palaces and artisan craft workshops
• Kalugumalai’s ancient Jain caves and cliffside temple sanctuaries
• Remote and rarely-visited Shaivite temples like Tirupudaimaradur
• A wildlife trek through the pristine Shendurney Sanctuary
• Peaceful Kerala backwaters and immersive local homestays
• The vibrant arts, spice
markets, and colonial charm of Fort Cochin
Travel in an intimate group, guided by local expert Lydia Gaudin our guide and facilitator Isabelle Berger Delgrange. This is more than a retreat—it’s a pilgrimage to the heart of India and the soul within.
