4-Day Ayurvedic Detox Yoga Retreat at Ayurveda Bhavan

About this retreat

This 4-day, 3-night retreat at Ayurveda Bhavan in Rishikesh joins Ayurveda and yoga in a short detox stay in the Muni Ki Reti area, with the Himalayan foothills and the Ganga close by. It suits working professionals, beginners to yoga and Ayurveda, and anyone wanting a short, restful break. Each morning starts with yoga, pranayama and meditation. Ayurvedic and yoga sessions follow, with doctor consultation and pulse reading as needed. Based on your body constitution, sessions may include Abhyanga, a warm herbal oil massage, and Swedana, a herbal steam bath. The day also has herbal tea or detox juice, an evening walk or lecture, Ayurveda cooking demonstrations and light Ayurvedic meals. Rooms are available as cottage, standard or deluxe.

Benefits

• A short break to rest and follow a detox routine
• May feel more relaxed and refreshed
• Daily yoga, pranayama and meditation
• Lectures and cooking demonstrations on Ayurveda
• Personal consultation with Ayurveda doctors

Itinerary

1. Days 1 to 3

   Each day opens with a morning yoga session of asana, pranayama and meditation from 7:30 to 8:30, then a light Sattvic breakfast. Ayurvedic and yoga sessions run from 9:30 to 12:30, followed by lunch, the main meal of the day. The afternoon is for rest, journaling, reading or a light walk, with herbal tea or detox juice at 4:00 and an evening walk, group activity or lecture at 5:00. Dinner is a light Ayurvedic meal from 6:30, and quiet time follows from 8:00 PM. Day 1 begins with check-in.

2. Day 4

   Morning meditation from 7:30 to 8:30, breakfast, and check-out at 10:00 AM.

Inclusions

• Comfortable accommodation with amenities, hygienic showers, air-conditioner and room heater
• Morning and evening tea or juice
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Ayurveda cooking demonstrations
• Lectures on Ayurveda and yoga
• Morning yoga class
• Morning pranayama and meditation class
• Ayurveda doctor consultations with pulse reading, as required
• Daily Ayurveda therapies as advised by the doctor

Exclusions

• Personal expenses
• Optional activities
• Medical costs, prescription medicines and first aid items
• Yoga equipment
• Flights, visa and travel costs
• Late check-in or check-out fees
• Additional accommodation and stays outside the programme dates
• Insurance
• Tips and donations
• Therapies not included in the programme
• Personal clothing and shoes, with extra layers for cooler seasons

Accommodation

• Standard Room

Who can join

Suits working professionals, beginners to yoga and Ayurveda, and anyone wanting a short wellness break. Please speak with your doctor and with the centre first if you have a health condition.

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