Acara Ayurvedic Healing & Rejuvenation Retreat

Two Week Wellness Retreat

uthentic Ayurvedic Healing & RejuvenationExperience

AThe Ayurveda Wellness Experience will aim at nurturing

and pampering guests while exposing them to a way of life that

closely connects body, mind, spirit and consciousness. Ayurveda is

perhaps the oldest existing body of knowledge on the healing

process in the world today. Ayurveda aims to create a balance of

the elements of earth, fire, water, air and space at the individual

and cosmic level so that physical, mental, spiritual, social and

environmental well being is achieved. AcaraA w a k e n i n g

Nestled in the lap of the Annamalai mountains in the Western Ghats of South India, this healing village, with a vision of “Authentic Ayurveda for Universal Wellbeing”, follows the principles of an ideal Ayurveda center as prescribed by the classical Ayurveda texts, that cares for your well being and the permanence of your well being.

Created with a strong grounding of traditional Indian knowledge systems such as Vasthu Shastra- the Indian architectural science, this healing village is traditional Ayurveda for the modern world. There is a specific plan for healing by working in close association with nature, in the form of the mud-block construction, solar lighting, solar heating, windmill energy and cooking with biomass as fuel. From the design of the layout, the colours used in the treatment rooms, the positioning of the treatment table, the treatment table itself, the herbs and oils used, the way the treatments are given, conscious efforts are made to not compromise or tamper with the core values or principles of Ayurveda.

5.45am – Herbal drink (as decided by physicians)

6.15am – 7.15am – Chanting of Mantras, Agnihotra- fire ceremony, OM chanting

8.00am – 9.00am – Breakfast.

7.30am – 12.30 pm – Consultation with physicians/ treatments as scheduled/ rest.

11.00am – 11.30am – Herbal tea/ coconut water.

12.30pm- 1.30pm – Lunch followed by herbs

1.30pm – 2.00pm – Yoga Nidra

2.30pm – 6.00pm – Consultation with physicians/ treatments as scheduled/ rest

3.45pm – 4.15pm – Herbal tea/ coconut water

5.30pm – 6.00pm – Satsang or group discussions with the physician

6.15pm – 7.00pm – Chanting of mantras , Agnihotra - fire ceremony, OM chanting

7.00pm – 8.00pm – Dinner followed by herbs

9.00pm – Bedtime

Generally, every person gets an external body treatment lasting between 60-90 minutes every day.

In addition, there will be cooking demonstrations and community dinners to participate in.

The timings and activities are subject to change, based on the treatment program and season.

A Typical Day

Treatments include Panchakarma ( Vamana, Virechana, Kashaya vasti, Taila Vasti, Nasya), Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Pizhichil, Navarkizhi, Shirovasti, Shirolepa, Takradhara, Ela Kizhi, Podi Kizhi, Ksheera Kizhi, and other treatments deemed appropriate based on the need of the person.

During the treatment period, rest is recommended strongly. The more the rest, the better the healing. Food is similarly restricted to a vegetarian diet so as to not stress the digestive system or interfere with the healing process.

It is ideal when the person is able to achieve a reasonable shift in diet and lifestyle when he/she goes back home, as the benefits continue to happen in the months that follow.

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Ayurveda is made up two w o r d s “ A y u s ” a n d “Veda”. “Ayus” means life a n d “ v e d a ” m e a n s knowledge. Ayurveda then, is the knowledge of life and longevity and is a way of life that deals with the body, mind and also the human spirit and consciousness. The goal of Ayurveda is to keep the hea l thy person, healthy and to cure the diseased person

This Ayurvedic Wellness Retreat helps reset your health and

wellness at the mind, body and soul level. Treatment programs are

planned according to the needs of the patient and all the variables

that affect the patient including (but not limited to) age, gender,

location, diet, lifestyle, habits, relationships, emotional state and

willpower. Part of this wellness strategy includes Vedic Cosmic

Planetary chart readings, diagnosis by renowned Ayuredic doctors,

therapeutic massage treatments, organic and Sattvic foods, Pujas,

Satsangs and authentic herbal remedies especially tailored for you.

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Trip IncludesTours, Transfers, Flights, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary, Local and international traveler assistance during your t o u r , S p e c i a l i s e d a n d personalised services

Trip ExcludesInternational flights to and from India, Tips, Laundry, alcoholic beverages unless explicit ly noted, Optional act iv it ies/extras ,Visas , Vacation insurance

Price

AYURVEDIC WELLNESS EXPERIENCE - All prices are based on double occupancy. The price for a single person is $1,800 and for a couple is $3,200.

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Chandni Appadurai

2065 Turnberry Lane

Coquitlam, BC V3E 3N2

604-836-3630

Trip Terms, Conditions & Payments

• Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price). The balance is due 30 days prior to departure. We accept payment certified check, cash or money order.

• Tour quotes do not include international air fare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary

• Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.

• We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.

• Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.

• Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.acaraawakening.com

• Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.

* CAD per person based on double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.                             

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www.acaraawakening.ca, 604-836-3630