7 Day Ayurveda Detox & Healing: Nourish Body, Mind & Soul, India
Overview
Beyond Travel
- Situated on the tranquil banks of Vembanad Lake in Kerala, this seven-day Ayurveda detox and healing retreat at Shantitheeram is a deeply immersive program that combines the timeless healing wisdom of traditional Ayurveda with the extraordinary natural beauty of Kerala's famous backwaters to create an experience of complete mind, body, and soul renewal. The heritage lakeside property provides an atmosphere of quiet elegance and natural abundance, with lush tropical gardens, water views, and birdsong creating the perfect backdrop for profound healing and restoration. Each guest receives a thorough Ayurvedic consultation at the outset, followed by six sessions of personalized one-hour Ayurvedic therapy carefully prescribed and supervised by an experienced practitioner throughout the week. The Kerala region is known for its tranquil charm and is especially welcoming to senior travellers seeking a peaceful getaway. From the moment guests arrive, they are enveloped in a sense of calm that is both immediate and profound, setting the tone for the entire experience ahead.
- Daily group yoga, meditation, and pranayama sessions maintain physical vitality and mental clarity, providing a complementary active dimension alongside the more receptive therapeutic work. An Ayurvedic cooking class introduces participants to the transformative art of preparing healing meals according to dosha-specific principles, providing life-changing practical skills to take home. A dedicated workshop on Ayurvedic lifestyle principles deepens the theoretical understanding that supports long-term adherence to a healthier way of living. A boat ride on the serene waters of Vembanad Lake provides one of the most iconic and unforgettable experiences available in all of Kerala. The carefully curated programme is designed to deliver tangible benefits including deep detoxification, ayurvedic healing, dosha balance, ensuring that every participant leaves feeling genuinely revitalised. Spread across 7 days / 6 nights, the schedule is paced thoughtfully to allow adequate rest between sessions — a detail that makes this programme especially well-suited to older adults.
- Bicycles are available for gentle lakeside rides and a selection of board games offers enjoyable activity during free periods. A swimming pool, free WiFi, and on-site parking complete the comprehensive facilities available to guests. Airport pickup and drop service is provided, making arrival and departure seamlessly smooth. Facilities on site include heritage lakeside property, ayurveda treatment rooms, yoga hall, swimming pool, cooking class kitchen, cycles, badminton, wifi, parking, all maintained to a high standard to ensure a comfortable and hassle-free stay. The entire programme has been thoughtfully designed with the needs of senior guests in mind — from gentle activity pacing and non-strenuous excursions to attentive staff trained in elder care and emergency response. Booking is straightforward and the organising team is always available to answer queries, assist with special requirements, and ensure a seamless arrival experience for every participant.
Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Location
Kerala
Meals
3 daily nutritious Ayurvedic meals, welcome drink
Travel Benefits
Benefits
Deep detoxification
Ayurvedic healing
dosha balance
mental clarity
stress relief
improved digestion
emotional wellbeing
Travel Facilities
Facilities
Heritage lakeside property
Ayurveda treatment rooms
yoga hall
swimming pool
cooking class kitchen
cycles
badminton
WiFi
parking
Journey Route
How to Reach
By Air
- Nearest airports are Cochin International Airport (~80 km) and Trivandrum International Airport (~90 km) from the Alleppey/Vembanad Lake region.
Taxis and transfer services available.
Program coordinators assist with airport pickup arrangements.
By Train
- Alleppey (Alappuzha) railway station is the nearest railhead, centrally located.
Senior citizen railway concession applicable.
Station pickup arranged on request.
By Road
- Alleppey is connected via NH-66 from Kochi and Trivandrum.
AC vehicle transfers available from nearest city.
Contact program office for personalized transport guidance.
Timeline
Journey Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive at the heritage lakeside retreat in Kerala, receive a personalized Ayurvedic consultation, and enjoy a warm welcome dinner.
Day 2
Morning yoga and pranayama followed by breakfast. First Ayurvedic treatment — Abhyangam (full body oil massage). Guided herb walk in the afternoon. Dinner at the retreat.
Day 3
Morning yoga session followed by breakfast. Second treatment — Shirodhara (therapeutic oil pour on forehead). Afternoon Ayurveda cooking class. Dinner.
Day 4
Yoga and breakfast followed by Treatment 3 — Basti or Pinda Sweda. Ayurveda workshop in the afternoon. Leisurely backwater boat ride. Dinner.
Day 5
Morning yoga, Treatment 4, and breakfast. Afternoon lifestyle and wellness workshop. Leisure time by the lake. Dinner.
Day 6
Morning yoga, Treatment 5 (final), and breakfast. Local excursion and sightseeing. Farewell dinner with group.
Day 7
Gentle morning yoga session. Final Ayurvedic consultation and personalized wellness plan provided. Breakfast and checkout.
What's Included
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 6 nights accommodation
- 3 daily meals
- welcome drink
- 6 sessions 1-hour Ayurveda therapy
- daily yoga/meditation/pranayama
- Ayurveda cooking class
- workshop on Ayurveda
- cycles/games access
- luggage storage
- parking
Excluded
- Personal expenses
- flights
- travel insurance
- boat ride (extra cost)
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Travel Policies
Cancellation Policy
30+ days before start - 80% refund
15-30 days - 60% refund
7-15 days - 40% refund
Less than 7 days - No refund
Medical cancellation with doctor certificate - 70% refund up to 10 days before
Program cancellation by organizer - Full refund or reschedule offered
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