North India Wellness

Namaste! Welcome to India!

An amalgamation of cities created from the 11th to 20th centuries, Delhi has seen the rise and fall of many emperors who have left behind striking monuments and riveting tales. You will experience the many facets of this captivating capital—both the modern and the ancient—as you explore both New and Old Delhi.

Be transported 400 years back in time as you roll through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk. Discover the architectural marvels, multicolored facades and beautifully decorated shops, and enjoy the sensory extravaganza of this historic market. Later, take a walk through the Nizzamuddin basti (colony), guided by an underprivileged local young adult who has been trained by a non-governmental organization here.

In the morning take the Salaam Baalak walk, a stroll through the enchanting streets of Paharganj. Next, set off on a tour ofImperial Delhi, including a visit to the Qutub Minar, the five-story stone tower that dates to the 12th century, and Humayun’s tomb, a precursor of—and inspiration for—the Taj Mahal.

Drive to Jaipur, the famed “Pink City” of Rajasthan. Your evening is reserved for special cooking demo/dinner with a special person.

Set in the Aravali Hills, Jaipur is enchanting and exotic: truly worthy of its status as one of India’s most popular travel destinations. Tour Jaipur today, including the towering Amber Fort, the iconic `Palace of Winds’, the ornate City Palace and Jantar Mantar, an enigmatic stone observatory.

Take a guided heritage walk today, including visits to colorful temples and the opportunity to have tea in the home of a local. Later, drive toFatehpur Sikri—a magnificent, fortified, 16th-century ghost city—en route to Agra, home to one of the world’s most famous monuments: the Taj Mahal.

See the Taj Mahal at dawn, just as the sun graces the white stone. After your tour of the impressive Agra Fort, take a rickshaw or tonga ride to Old Agra to explore hidden alleys and catch a glimpse of everyday life here. You’ll also enjoy high tea with a local family, take a walk through pastoral Kacchpura Village, and have the opportunity to see the Taj Mahal during sunset.

Fly to Dehradun, where you’ll be met and driven to Narendra Nagar and Ananda in the Hills. Located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills and surrounded by graceful Sal forests, Ananda is not just a retreat. The facility helps visitors to redefine their lifestyles, introducing them to traditional Indian wellness regimes that help bring about the union of mind, body and soul.

Each morning here, you’ll attend an invigorating yoga session. An expert will meet with you privately to develop a plan for your stay, and you’ll enjoy spa treatments based on his or her recommendations.

In the afternoon, attend a cooking class with the on-site chef, who enjoys sharing his secrets to good health and great cuisine. Later, drive to Rishikesh and visit Parmarth Niketan Ashram, which educates deprived children. In the evening, attend “Ganga Aarti’ at the ashram.

After breakfast and a yoga session, move on a leisurely trek to the famous Kunjapuri Temple. Your surroundings in this place—amidst snow-capped Himalayan mountains — can help facilitate a mental and spiritual awakening.

Continue your wellness trip in India today. Ananda offers an extensive menu of over 79 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with the more contemporary Western spa approach.

Attend your hour-long yoga session, followed by spa treatments as recommended and desired.

Enjoy this extended time in a place devoted to you and your wellness. Attend your hour-long yoga session, followed by spa treatments as recommended and desired.

After yoga and breakfast, drive to Dehradun airport to board your flight to Delhi. Then, connect to your flight home.