Southern India Yoga Tour | 10 days/9 nights | 27 October to 5 November 2017
Recapture your inner spark and reawaken your inner self through the ancient healing arts of Yoga and Ayurveda.
Indulge and unwind with Ayurvedic massage, tailored to your individual needs. Allow daily yoga and delicious organic cuisine to release the everyday stress of life, returning your whole body to a place of balance and harmony. Kerala, in Southern India, is a journey through the senses.
Explore local markets and textile shops; trek ancient forests; discover traditional temples and exotic spice gardens as you immerse yourself in the spirit, culture and natural beauty of this rich tropical land.
This wellness holiday is truly a gift to yourself.
Accommodation
Ayana Fort Kochi: Newly opened small boutique hotel located in Fort Kochi. The old court house is situated on Bazaar Toad, the oldest International trading market in India. A perfect place to start your journey. Ayana Fort Kochi website.
Dewalokam Resort: Dewalokam Resort is an exceptionally beautiful farm on the banks of Kannadipuzha River in the Southern Indian region of Kerala. Dewalokam is nature in its pristine, unspoiled form offering Yoga and Ayurvedia therapy in a tranquil spiritually uplifting atmosphere. The family owned self sustained resort features quality air conditioned accommodation with all facilities. Dewalokam website
Marari Beach Resort: Marari Beach is an endless vista of sand and surf. Marari Beach Resort offers an authentic experience of the world of Kerala’s traditional fishing villages, and a recreation of an ancient, harmonious way of life in quality air conditioned accommodation with all facilities. Marari Beach Resort website
Itinerary
Day 1: Fri 27 Oct. Arrive at Cochin International airport and transfer to the Ayana Fort Kochi Resort for 2 nights
Day 2: Sat 28 Oct. Optional yoga and shopping Fort Kochi. B, D
Day 3: Sun 29 Oct. Cochin- Kodikulam and Dewalokam Resort. In the morning, transfer by private air-conditioned coach to Dewalokam Resort at Kodikulam. On arrival check in and enjoy a short yoga session to unwind from the journey before lunch at the resort and a free afternoon to explore the gardens and surrounds. B, D
Days 4 to 7: Mon 30 Oct to Thu 2 Nov. Dewalokam Resort. Following your morning yoga session, each day is at your leisure where you may conduct private yoga sessions or undertake any of the following activities:
Spice Walk • Forest trekking to water falls • Bamboo rafting • Village textile- jewellery-market • Village temple, • Village walk • Kulamavu visit to see the natural beauty of Idukki • Kodanadu
All meals at Dewalokum Resort – Breakfast, lunch and dinner – are included. Ayurvedic treatments are also included. B, L, D
Day 8: Fri 3 Nov. Kodikulam-Marari Beach Resort. Today, after lunch at Dewalokam, you will be driven to Marari Beach Resort. B, L, D
Day 9: Sat 4 Nov. Marari Beach Resort. Your day will be at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the resort and relax by the beach. An Ayurvedic treatment is included. B, L, D
Day 10: Sun 5 Nov. Marari-Cochin. Enjoy your final day relaxing at the resort.. Early in the evening you will be transferred to the Cochin International Airport for your flight home.
Tour Inclusions
9 nights accommodation in hotels as specified
All transfers in mini air-conditioned bus
Ayurvedic treatments at Dewalokam Resort
Short sightseeing tours each afternoon in consultation with hotel
Lectures on Ayurveda, Hinduism, holistic life etc.
A complimentary Ayurvedic massage at Marari Beach Resort
Meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner as per itinerary
Bottled water/wet towels during the transfers
Yoga
Tour Exclusions
Airfares, airport taxes
Indian visa
Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, drinks etc
Travel Insurance
Liability for change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control like change in schedule, cancellation of flights or train, political disturbances, natural phenomenon etc.
Any other item not mentioned in Tour Inclusions
Excess baggage
Vaccinations and other health requirements
Important Notes
Costs are calculated on the basis of currently applicable tariffs. In the event of any change, our prices will be subject to change.
NOTE: A Tourist Visa for India is required.
Please refer to our Terms & Conditions at www.jhtours.com.au
Tour Prices | Land only 10 days / 9 nights
$3,180 per person twin share
$3,680 per person solo traveller