Ayurveda or the 'Science of Life' has been
practiced in India since the Vedic period.
Ayurveda focuses on maintaining a healthy life
by rejuvenating body through the means of
de-stressing, detoxifying, cleansing, deep
relaxation, anti-aging, weight and inch loss
and so on. For all this, Ayurveda concentrates
on offering a proper diet and disciplined
lifestyle.
Ayurveda is based on the
five basic elements of the Universe known as
the Panch Mahabootas, such as Prithivi
(earth), Apya (water), Teja (fire), Vayu (air)
and Akash (space). Ayurveda aims to restoring
the natural balance of the body by the use of
massage, herbs and oils in the body.
The busy and mechanical
lifestyle of people these days has increased
the popularity of Ayurveda and Ayurveda Tours
in India. Tourists from all over the world
comes in large number to India to benefit out
of the Ayurvedic treatments. Ayurvedic
treatment includes naturopathy, regular
exercise, Yoga, Panchakarma, and natural
herbal medicines, which are completely devoid
of any side effects.
North India has several
Ayurveda destinations located in peaceful
geographical surroundings. Rishikesh in
Uttaranchal is one such great destination. The
picturesque locales of Rishikesh are
surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on
three sides with holy Ganga flowing through
it. Rishikesh is a perfect ambience to learn
yoga and Ayurveda.
Rishikesh and Haridwar in
Uttaranchal has many Ayurvedic ashrams and
treatment centers that offer Ayurvedic
treatments. The centers are perfectly arranged
to suit the requirement for providing
Ayurvedic treatments for a variety of chronic
ailments.
Day 01: Delhi
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You will arrive at the Delhi Indira Gandhi
International Airport somewhere around
midnight. A Taj Hub representative will be
there to meet you and facilitate your transfer
to a hotel. Relax for a few hours before
setting out on a sightseeing tour around Delhi
after breakfast.
Visit Old Delhi and take a
tour around its various attractions like
Rajghat (the cremation site of Mahatma
Gandhi), Jama Masjid, the Red Fort and Chandni
Chowk. A cycle rickshaw ride through the
colorful lanes of Chandni Chowk is another
highlight of the tour. Thereafter, you will
visit some other attractions like the Qutub
Minar, India Gate, Birla Temple, Rashtrapati
Bhawan or the Presidential Mansion and the
Lotus Temple. At the end of the day, return
for an overnight stay at your hotel in Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi - Agra
On day 2 of the North India Ayurveda Tour, set
out on a 5-hour drive to the city of Agra in
the afternoon. Home to the ethereal Taj Mahal,
Agra is one of the most visited tourist
destinations in the world today. You will also
stop at Sikandara and Vrindavan (ISKON Temple)
on the way to Agra. On arrival in Agra, check
into a hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 03: Agra
Visit the ethereal Taj Mahal in the morning
and treat yourself to some breathtaking sights
of this beautiful monument. Built by Mughal
Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his wife
Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj is considered to be the
greatest tribute to eternal love. Thereafter,
you will visit the Agra Fort and Itimad Ud
Daulah's tomb before returing to the hotel for
an overnight stay in Agra.
Day 04: Agra - Jaipur
As part of the North India Ayurveda Tour,
drive to Jaipur after breakfast. You will stop
to explore Fatehpur Sikri, the grand Mughal
capital founded by Akbar in 1569 AD. But
unfortunately this magnificent city had to be
abandoned due to an acute shortage of drinking
water. Thereafter, continue with your journey
to the "pink city" of Jaipur and check into a
luxury hotel on arrival.
Day 05: Jaipur
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Jaipur on
day 5 of the North India Ayurveda Tour with
Taj Hub. Visit the Hawa Mahal (palace of
winds) before setting out to explore the grand
Amer Fort. An elephant ride up the steep
entrance of the fort is truly the highlight of
the trip. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch before
setting out to visit the City Palace Museum,
Jantar Mantar and the local markets. You can
either return to the hotel for a relaxed
evening or proceed to the Choki Dhani village
for dinner. Return for an overnight stay at
your hotel in Jaipur.
Day 06: Jaipur -
Rishikesh
Drive to Delhi after breakfast. Enjoy a
sumptuous lunch in Delhi before driving to
Rishikesh. Check in at the Ananda Resort in
Rishikesh for an overnight stay.
Day 07: Ananda Resort
On day 7 of the North India Ayurveda Tour,
indulge in a day full of Ayurvedic treatments
to soothe both body and soul. Speaking of
Ayurveda, it is a 4000-year-old method that
not only cures diseases but also promotes
healthy living. A blend of the physical,
mental and spiritual, Ayurveda seeks to find
solutions to all our ailments in nature.
Moreover, all its medicines are derived from
nature, be they herbs, plants or even animals.
As part of the North India
Ayurveda Tour, you will be treated to relaxing
massages, oil baths and the like. At the end
of the day, be sure to discover a whole new
you. Your overnight stay would be at the
Ananda Resort in Rishikesh.
Day 08: Ananda
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Enjoy a day full of relaxing Ayurvedic
treatments to soothe both body and soul as
part of the North India Ayurveda Tour.
Overnight stay would be at the Ananda Resort.
Day 09: Rishikesh -
Delhi
On the final day of the North India Ayurveda
Tour, drive to Delhi after a scrumptious
breakfast. Indulge in some last minute
shopping in Delhi before transferring to the
international airport to board your flight
back home. |