Restorative India

Day 1: Arrival & Renewal
Arrive in Delhi and settle into the elegance of The Leela Palace. After your flight, unwind with a soothing spa treatment designed to ease tension and restore balance. Enjoy a light, nutritious dinner inspired by Ayurvedic principles before a restful night surrounded by calm luxury.

Day 2: Discovering Delhi’s Soul
Explore both New and Old Delhi. See colonial boulevards, then dive into the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk and the aromatic spice markets, learning about India’s healing herbs. Visit the Sikh Temple to join its community kitchen, a moving act of shared kindness that highlights India’s compassion and unity.

Drive from Delhi through the heart of Rajasthan, watching local life unfold as you arrive at Six Senses Fort Barwara, a lovingly restored 14th-century fort that has become one of India’s most acclaimed wellness destinations.

Here, your days flow to a gentler rhythm. The Six Senses Spa offers Ayurvedic therapies, sound journeys, biohacking treatments, hydrothermal circuits, and holistic consultations designed to rebalance and rejuvenate.
You might start your mornings with aerial yoga or chakra meditation, followed by personalized wellness meals crafted from locally sourced ingredients.

While your stay focuses on restoration, one unforgettable day is spent in Ranthambore National Park, where you’ll venture out on safari in search of Bengal tigers and other wildlife, an exhilarating reminder of nature’s power and beauty.

Day 8: Arrival & Sunset at the Taj Mahal
Arrive in Agra by early afternoon and settle into The Oberoi Amarvilas, where every window frames the majestic Taj Mahal. Spend the afternoon unwinding in serene surroundings before heading to the monument at sunset. As the fading light casts a golden hue across the marble, watch its beauty transform with the changing sky, a truly magical and timeless experience.

Day 9: Sunrise & Journey to Varanasi
Wake early to see the Taj Mahal once more, bathed in the soft blush of dawn. After a peaceful morning and breakfast overlooking this wonder, travel onwards to the airport for your flight to Varanasi, ready to immerse yourself in India’s most spiritual city.

Day 9: Arrival & Evening Aarti
Fly to Varanasi, India’s holiest city and one of the world’s oldest living places of worship. Stay at BrijRama Palace, an exquisite riverside retreat overlooking the Ganges. As dusk falls, witness the Ganga Aarti, where chanting priests raise flickering lamps in devotion to the sacred river. The scent of incense, rhythmic hymns, and soft glow of firelight create a deeply moving atmosphere,an unforgettable immersion into India’s spiritual soul.

Day 10: Sunrise Boat Ride & Sarnath
At dawn, take a private boat ride along the Ganges, watching the city awaken in golden light as pilgrims gather to bathe and pray. Later, visit Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon, marking the birth of Buddhism. The peaceful stupas and quiet monasteries here radiate an energy of reflection and renewal, inviting a moment of mindfulness and inner stillness in the midst of your journey.

Day 11: Varanasi’s Ancient Lanes & Departure
Enjoy a final morning walk through Varanasi’s ancient lanes, where life unfolds much as it has for centuries. Discover hidden shrines, silk weavers at work, and the hum of daily devotion that fills the air. Absorb the city’s enduring spirituality one last time before departing for your next retreat in the Himalayan foothills, ready to continue your wellness journey in serene, restorative surroundings.

Conclude your journey at Ananda in the Himalayas, one of the world’s most revered destination spas. Nestled in the foothills overlooking the Ganges Valley, this sanctuary invites you to fully immerse yourself in your wellness transformation.

Choose from personalized programs such as:

• Ayurvedic Rejuvenation – personalized dosha-based treatments and nutrition
• Holistic Detox – gentle cleansing therapies to reset mind and body
• Stress Management – yoga, meditation, and pranayama for emotional balance
• Active Fitness & Weight Optimization – personalized diagnostics and fitness regimes

Days unfold in perfect balance, guided yoga at sunrise, mindful meditations at dusk, and nourishing meals crafted with Himalayan ingredients. Each ritual, treatment, and interaction brings you closer to harmony within.