Experience an authentic Ayurveda retreat in Rishikesh, India, with complimentary yoga and meditation classes. Abhayaranya Yoga Ashram offers residential retreats of 3, 7, and 14 days, each including a vegetarian meal plan and private room accommodation.
Designed for those seeking a meaningful wellness reset, this retreat combines rejuvenating Ayurvedic therapies and massages with daily yoga and meditation. Surrounded by nature, you can also enjoy river walks and peaceful time outdoors, with Patna Waterfall nearby offering a quiet setting to slow down, restore, and recharge.
Choose the retreat length that suits your schedule
With modern life moving quickly, it is not always easy to make time for self-care. These Ayurveda retreats are created with busy lifestyles in mind, offering flexible options for different needs and availability.
3 to 5 Days Ayurveda Retreat
This short retreat is a gentle introduction to yoga and ayurveda, ideal if you want to relax and reset without taking too much time away from your routine. It includes Ayurvedic massages and therapies, along with relaxation practices through yoga and meditation.
3 Days Ayurveda Retreat
$500 USD (For international visitors) / ₹33,000 (For Indian Citizens Only).
4 Days Ayurveda Retreat
$666 USD (For international visitors) / ₹44,000 (For Indian Citizens Only).
5 Days Ayurveda Retreat
$833 USD (For international visitors) / ₹55,000 (For Indian Citizens Only).
The 3-5 Days Ayurveda Retreat includes:
- 1 Ayurveda massage/therapy per day from the Ayurveda catalogue
- Morning yogic cleansing (jalneti)
- Mantra chanting
- Morning yoga asana practice
- Pranayama session
- Evening yoga asana practice
- Meditation/Yognidra
- Daily in-house discussion session on yoga, ayurveda, health, mindfulness, and spirituality
- Cottage-style private accommodation with ensuite bathroom
- 1:1 session with a teacher or spiritual guide, if desired
- 3 vegetarian meals per day
- Ayurveda doctor consultation available at an additional cost
- Porter service for bags uphill/downhill
7 Days Ayurveda Retreat
The 7-day retreat offers a deeper opportunity to restore balance through ayurveda therapies, detox, massage, and meditation. It also includes an integrated approach of yoga, massage, and therapies for common ailments and lifestyle diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Guests have time to enjoy the natural surroundings, explore Haridwar, and reflect more deeply during their stay.
$1100 USD (For international visitors) / ₹70,000 (For Indian Citizens Only).
14 Days Ayurveda Retreat
This comprehensive 14-day retreat is a healing journey that supports a deeper reassessment of health and wellness. It highlights the effects that stress and a fast-paced lifestyle can have on the body and mind. Guests receive personalized Ayurveda therapy and massages, along with guidance in yoga, mindfulness, and pranayama. Ayurvedic food supports detox and helps balance the doshas.
$2100 USD (For international visitors) / ₹1,24,000 (For Indian Citizens Only).
What is included in the 7 & 14-day retreat fee?
- Private consultation with Ayurveda doctors
- Specialized Ayurveda meals advised by the doctor for the kitchen staff
- Panchakarma included in the 14-day retreat
- Morning yogic cleansing and mantra chanting
- Morning asana practice followed by pranayama class
- Evening yoga practice followed by Meditation/Yognidra
- Daily in-house discussion session on yoga, ayurveda, health, mindfulness, and spirituality
- 1:1 session with a teacher or spiritual guide, if desired
- Ayurveda massages as part of the treatment
- Cottage-style private accommodation with attached bathroom
- 3 vegetarian meals per day, with specialized meals during treatment days
- Porter service for bags uphill and downhill, max weight 18–20 kg
Availability & Reservation Process
- Year-round availability: Retreats are offered throughout the year.
- Limited slots: Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. Walk-ins are not accepted.
- Reservation process: All retreats are subject to availability. Contact the team to discuss preferred dates, confirm availability, and complete the booking.
Daily Ayurvedic Retreat Schedule
Please note that this schedule is followed during the retreat, with some exceptions:
- The Ayurvedic doctor may advise you to skip a class and rest, depending on the therapies prescribed.
- Ayurvedic treatments and therapies are provided on the same day according to the schedule.
- You may attend yoga sessions between Ayurvedic treatments.
| Time | Activity |
| 06:00 am | Wake up |
| 06:30 am to 06:45 am | Yogic Cleansing (Jalneti) |
| 06:45 am to 07:00 am | Mantra Chanting |
| 07:00 am to 08:30 am | Asana, Pranayama and Meditation |
| 09:30 am | Breakfast |
| 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | Ayurveda Therapy |
| 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm | Workshop/in-house activities * |
| 01:30 pm | Lunch |
| 05:00 pm to 06:30 pm | Asana and Meditation |
| 07:30 pm | Dinner |
| 10:00 pm | Lights Off |
* Daily activities may include a workshop on yoga and/or ayurveda, spiritual discussion, or exploration of the surrounding area. The schedule will be shared at check-in.
Important note: Ayurveda therapies are the main focus of this program. You may miss one or two sessions during the retreat, as some therapies require rest afterward and may replace a strenuous class.
What to expect from an Ayurveda retreat in Rishikesh
- Ayurvedic diagnosis: After booking a one-week or longer retreat, an experienced Ayurveda doctor will assess your current condition, lifestyle, diet, and health history to understand your overall state. A personalized plan will then be created based on your doshas and the therapies and yoga asana most likely to support you.
- Daily massage and therapies: Your treatment begins with therapies designed to balance the doshas and support immunity, including therapeutic oil or mud massages chosen according to your diagnosis.
- Meals based on doshas: Meals are prepared with Ayurveda principles in mind, using fresh ingredients and a balanced approach that supports healing and long-term wellness.
- Yoga alongside Ayurveda: Daily yoga practice is integrated into the program, with asanas selected according to your health condition, age, and future health needs. Yoga, mindfulness, and breathing techniques are used to help address chronic stress patterns.
- Mindfulness and inner balance: The retreat is intended to bring peace to the mind and healing to the body through silence, pranayama, and meditation, supporting greater clarity and a sense of harmony.
Accommodation and food
Twin shared room accommodation: Two single beds, shower, AC, hot water, Wi-Fi, breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Private room accommodation: Double bed, shower, AC, hot water, Wi-Fi, breakfast, lunch, dinner.
FAQs - Ayurveda Retreat in Rishikesh
- Why attend an Ayurveda retreat? A retreat in the yoga capital of the world offers the chance for a digital detox and a deeper break from daily stress in a calm, supportive setting.
- What are the benefits of Ayurveda? Ayurveda may help reduce toxins, improve energy, support digestion, and keep body and mind healthy.
- Why do people choose Ayurveda? Developed more than 3,000 years ago in India, Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems and is based on balance between mind, body, and spirit.
- Which are the 5 principles of Ayurveda? Ayurveda uses Pancha Karma: Virechan, Vaman, Basti, Rakta moksha, and Nasya for toxin removal and cleansing.