ARTSFEST

Live and study in Varanasi (Banaras), the oldest city in the world.  Walk to the Banks of the Famous Ganges River.  Design your own Retreat Experience.  Live in comfort and safety during your stay with Staff and Faculty available 24/7 to cater to your experience. 

Cultural Arts Education Program

An experiential encounter with authentic masters of Indian Cultural Arts. Experience emersion in the cultural art of your choice.  Participants select courses from among the following areas:

Visual Arts

Performing Arts

Traditional and Sustainable Environmental Methodologies

Religion, Philosophy and Yoga

Culinary Arts and Holistic Living

Language

Programs are available year- round for individuals and groups in 1 week, 2 week, and 3 week sessions, Longer programs are available upon request.  Programs are available for ages 13 and up.  Flight chaperones available on request. Families welcome. Discounts for Group Leaders and Yoga Instructors bringing 4 or more students.

 Special Guided Tours:

WALK IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE BUDDHA

GANGA DUSSEHRA

River Tours of the Ganges during the Annual Festival honoring the Hindu Mother Goddess Ganga

June 20th - July 1st

GANESH SHATURATHI

The Hindu celebration honoring Ganesh, the playful Elephant-headed God, the God of new beginnings and blessings

August 29th - September 10

NAVARATRI

The Hindu Festival of Goddess Worship and Dance

September 26th - October 8th

Be transformed into your inner goddess with experiences including Special Henna Body Work with indigenous Indian women, and spa and massage with Ayur Vedic treatments pracitioners.  Express your divine nature through dance.

DIWALI

The Hindu Festival of Lights

October 17th - October 29th

AGRA - TAJ MAHAL

Visit the Taj Mahal during an overnight trip during your stay with the Cultural Study Program.  Available year-round.

Day Trips also available to:

KAHJARAHO

The Deer Park in SARNATH: the site of the Buddha's first teaching

Daily guided Field Trips include:

Elephant rides and encounters

Visits to remote, rural village for traditional handicrafts,

Restaurants and Market Places

Photography Excursions to capture all the colors and sights of India

Walk from your door to:

the Ganges River ghats,

Shopping for World Famous Items such as: Textiles including silks and carpets, Sculpture and other Art, Silver, Jewerly, Tailor made Clothing and Musical Instruments by Local artisans

Banaras Hindu University: the largest Campus in Asia, 10 sq. kilometer walled park of paradise, wtih Temples, peacocks and all of it's facilities including recreational, artistic and educational activites of every kind.

All-Inclusive: Included:

Modest Guest House Accomondations, Double Occupancy, Air-conditioned

Single Rooms Available upon request, as available.

2 Vegetarian Meals, fresh fruits and snacks provided including tea and coffee services, unlimited clean and safe purified water.

Live Entertainment. Full laundry and maid service. Internet Cafe services on site. Ground transportation to and from airport and for Day excursions.

Ayur Vedic Spa treatments including Oil Massage and Steam baths available daily upon request. 

Scholarships, Student, Senior  and Group Discounts. 

Email artsfestnh@yahoo.com for more information and price list.