{"id":695,"date":"2022-02-21T23:27:38","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T23:27:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/incredibleyogatour.com\/india-2023\/?page_id=695"},"modified":"2022-02-26T15:56:31","modified_gmt":"2022-02-26T15:56:31","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/incredibleyogatour.com\/india-2023\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"695\" class=\"elementor elementor-695\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6e76ad9e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6e76ad9e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-61d6d185\" data-id=\"61d6d185\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-62b02c3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"62b02c3\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0eaf1e7\" data-id=\"0eaf1e7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9de5b2e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9de5b2e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.5.5 - 03-02-2022 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#818a91;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#818a91;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><strong>DO I NEED A VISA TO TRAVEL TO INDIA?<\/strong> <br \/>Yes! We have details about how to apply for the visa on our <a href=\"https:\/\/incredibleyogatour.com\/india-2023\/what-to-bring\/\">What To Bring<\/a> section of our website.\u00a0 The easiest is the e-visa which when approved will be emailed to you and is just something you print and bring with you on your travels.<\/p><p><strong>WILL I GET SICK FROM THE FOOD?<\/strong> <br \/>We make specific recommendations to avoid the infamous &#8220;Delhi Belly&#8221; that can happen.\u00a0 First off, avoid street food, unless its street chai which is completely boiled and safe (and delicious!)\u00a0 We also recommend no raw foods, this includes fruits and salads.\u00a0 Our hotels all have food that is prepared and washed with filtered water and we also choose restaurants that we know cater to the quality standards of our travelers. This way your India Tour experience can be completely comfortable with a very happy belly, but keep in mind the food is spicy even when you say &#8220;no spicy&#8221; so it&#8217;s a good idea to have a little pepto bismal available as your body adjusts to that.<\/p><p><strong>I AM RELIGIOUS AND DON&#8217;T FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH SOME OF THE TEMPLES, DO I HAVE TO GO IN ALL OF THEM?<\/strong> <br \/>India is a religiously diverse country and we make efforts to provide experiences in temples and holy sites of most of the large religious bodies in India.\u00a0 This means we will visit Hindu Temples, Sikh Temples, Muslim Mosques, and Buddhist Temples.\u00a0 If any of these places make you uncomfortable, it is absolutely no problem for you to wait outside and we will ensure one of us waits with you so you are not alone.\u00a0 You also do not need to partake in any ceremonies offered if you are not comfortable.\u00a0 We do encourage you to see how you feel and be open on the journey, as we&#8217;ve had many religious travelers who realize once they arrive they feel more comfortable than they thought when visiting the temples and holy sites.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>WHAT AGES ARE YOUR TRAVELERS?<\/strong> <br \/>We&#8217;ve had travelers of all ages ranging from 20 years old to 65 years old.\u00a0 This trip is suitable for all, does require walking but nothing overly extensive, and can be catered to the needs of our travelers via all ages.\u00a0 Our yoga classes are also appropriate for all ages and can be modified to our travelers needs.<\/p><p><strong>I WANT TO ARRIVE EARLY TO HAVE MORE TIME TO REST AND RECOVER FROM JET LAG, IS THAT AN OPTION?<\/strong> <br \/>The time change can make jet lag quite tricky, and we totally understand wanting extra time to adjust to that.\u00a0 Every year we offer that if you want an extra day to recover and rest, we will still receive you and help you arrive in the same way and assist you with booking one extra night at our first hotel, which you can pay through us and we will update you on the price based on your reservation (single or double room).\u00a0 We&#8217;ve found some travelers really enjoy this option and that way you have a full day to just rest, recover, and be fully adjusted to start the tour.\u00a0 We are there plenty early to receive you so if this is your choice, do not worry, we will assist in every step of the way!<\/p><p><strong>WILL I HAVE TO USE A HOLE AS A BATHROOM OR ARE THERE TOILETS?<\/strong> <br \/>We know for some the bathrooms create a lot of worry.\u00a0 Obviously your fancy hotel room will have a lovely toilet! Out in the streets, there will typically be options for either &#8220;western&#8221; (toilet) or not (hole in the ground).\u00a0 Toilet paper will not be offered at most bathrooms as water is more traditional to use for them to clean, so this is why we recommend you to bring kleenex or toilet paper in your bag so you always have some as an option.<\/p><p><strong>WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE WHILE WE ARE THERE?<\/strong> <br \/>We are there right around the transition from rainy season to winter.\u00a0 It will be hot, it may rain a little, but nothing too crazy.\u00a0 As always, weather is very unpredictable so we can&#8217;t make any guarantees, but prepare to be very warm and bring breathable clothing options.\u00a0 When we go up into the mountains of Dharmsala and Rishikesh it may get a bit fresher, so a sweater is a good idea too.<\/p><p><strong>DO I HAVE TO COVER MY HAIR\/HEAD WHILE IN INDIA AS A WOMAN?<\/strong> <br \/>While traditional for many women to cover their heads in India, this is not a requirement as a foreigner.\u00a0 We will say, blonde hair attracts a LOT of attention as it is unusual for them, so if you have blonde hair prepare for everyone to want to take your photo, or choose to cover it to draw less attention.\u00a0 Again, totally personal choice.\u00a0 Your shoulders will need to be covered in many temples\/holy sites so that is something to take note of.<\/p><p><strong>WHAT ARE THE NEW COVID RESTRICTIONS FOR TRAVEL TO INDIA?<\/strong> <br \/>We have a full updated page regarding this information available <a href=\"https:\/\/incredibleyogatour.com\/india-2023\/covid19\/\">here.<\/a><\/p><p><strong>HOW LONG IS THE FLIGHT TO INDIA?<\/strong> <br \/>This depends on where you are coming from! There are a few different routes coming from the US anywhere between 15-25 hours total depending on layovers etc.\u00a0 Keep in mind on the way there due to time changes, this means the travel will be about 2 days (if you want to arrive Thursday night for example, you have to leave Tuesday night).\u00a0 On our way home since we are going &#8220;back in time&#8221; we will leave and arrive the same day, meaning if we fly out Sunday morning we will also arrive to the US on Sunday night.\u00a0 With all flights we are here to assist you to find the best options from your location.<\/p><p><strong>IF I PICK A DOUBLE ROOM WHO WILL BE MY ROOMMATE?<\/strong> <br \/>We will pair you up with another traveler if you select a double room.\u00a0 Keep in mind this is subject to how many travelers we have, so that is why these double rooms are only on a per available basis.\u00a0 We will let you know on your booking if we have a traveler to pair you with or if we are waiting for someone to pair you with.\u00a0 Once we pair you we will also let you know who your roommate is in case you want to connect before the trip!<\/p><p><strong>I AM MORE COMFORTABLE OR ONLY SPEAK SPANISH, CAN I STILL ENJOY THE TRIP?<\/strong> <br \/>We have had many travelers join us who only speak Spanish or much prefer to use Spanish over English.\u00a0 Chris is from Venezuela so he is here to help you with translating the yoga classes or any other questions in Spanish.\u00a0 Our Indian tour guide Shakti is additionally fluent in Spanish.\u00a0 He lived several years in Spain and also runs complete tours in Spanish.\u00a0 He is able to answer and explain any questions about the history of the sites completely in Spanish so you wont miss a thing.\u00a0 This makes our trip very accessible to preferred Spanish speakers.<\/p><p><strong>IS TRAVEL INSURANCE OR ANY SPECIFIC VACCINATIONS (NON COVID RELATED) REQUIRED?<\/strong> <br \/>Travel insurance and vaccines are personal choices and not required.\u00a0 If you feel more comfortable having either, we can assist you to try to find the best options.\u00a0 There are a few good travel insurance companies we recommend, and vaccine wise some people choose to get a Hepatitus B vaccine and Malaria pills.\u00a0 Again these are not required and personal choices that you can get if you feel more comfortable having them.\u00a0 <strong>Covid vaccine is also not required<\/strong> for any travelers to enter India.<\/p><p><strong>I DON&#8217;T PRACTICE YOGA, CAN I STILL GO ON THE YOGA RETREAT?<\/strong> <br \/>Yes!\u00a0 Our yoga practice each morning is totally optional.\u00a0 Even if you are a yoga practitioner, each day you can choose if you want to practice yoga or not.\u00a0 We have had many travelers come who don&#8217;t take a single class, and many others who take yoga every day and love it! 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