4-Day Relaxation Programme at Anandam Ayurveda in Kerala
Ayu Aanandam (Ayu Yoga Kulam) - Rishikesh · Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
About this retreat
This four-day relaxation programme is offered by Anandam Ayurveda at The Travancore Heritage, a beach resort at Chowara, Kottukal, near South Kovalam and Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. It is built around traditional Ayurvedic therapies and is meant for guests who want to slow down and step away from daily stress. The stay is in a Deluxe Room on a double-occupancy basis, with three vegetarian meals a day. The therapies include Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Podikizhy, Njavarakizhy, Ksheeradhara, a foot massage and a herbal facial. Check-in is at 10:00 and check-out at 11:00. Guests with health conditions should speak with their doctor and with the centre first.
Benefits
- Time to rest and unwind in a peaceful setting
- Traditional Ayurvedic oil, herbal and milk therapies
- Shirodhara, in which warm oil is poured over the forehead, is traditionally used for relaxation
- Abhyanga is a traditional full-body oil massage
- May help you feel refreshed and relaxed
Inclusions
- Three nights in a Deluxe Room (double occupancy)
- Three vegetarian meals daily
- Abhyanga
- Swedana (general body massage and steam bath)
- Shirodhara (oil poured over the forehead)
- Podikizhy (powder bolus massage)
- Chavutti Thirummu (foot massage)
- Ksheeradhara (medicated milk bath)
- Njavarakizhy (Njavara rice bolus massage)
- Padabhyangam (foot massage)
- Head, neck and shoulder massage
- Herbal facial
Exclusions
- Flights and airport transfers, unless stated otherwise
- Personal or medical travel insurance, and trip cancellation cover
- Passport, visa and permit costs
- Meals outside the retreat itinerary
- Alcoholic and specialty drinks
- Laundry, phone calls, personal shopping, tips and donations
- Therapies, excursions, sightseeing or activities not in the package
- Medical care, consultations and prescription medicines
- Fees for early arrival or late departure, if not arranged beforehand
- Personal yoga mats, props or clothing, unless provided
- Stays before or after the retreat dates
- Room upgrades and special requests
Accommodation
Deluxe Room
Who can join
Suits guests who need a break from daily life to rest and recharge.
Frequently asked questions
What Ayurvedic therapies does the relaxation programme cover?
The programme covers Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Swedana, Podikizhy, Chavutti Thirummu and Ksheeradhara, as well as Njavarakizhy, Padabhyangam, a head, neck and shoulder massage and a herbal facial.
Are airport transfers included in the package?
No. Flights, airport transfers and other transport are not included unless specifically mentioned.
Where is Anandam Ayurveda located?
The centre is part of The Travancore Heritage Beach Resort at Kottukal, close to Kovalam and the city of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.