A MORNING OF AYURVEDA
Accompanying Person Tour
Departing on 18th August 2004
Tour Code ANQTC04

 
1000 hrs Depart from the hotel for the Kairali Ayurvedic Centre

Ayurveda – The Knowledge of Life (Ayu: life; Veda: Knowledge of).

Ayurveda is an age-old way of life and an ancient system of medicine that operates in tune with nature. It is a more holistic and natural healing technique that believes (in stark contrast to the modern medical system) in treating the individual rather than the disease.

General Massage (Abhyangam)

The person undergoing massage is made to sit on the Droni (a wooden bed specially made for the massage) Two masseurs stand on either side of the person, and apply herbal oil on the head and massage gently. This massaging is continued on the neck, ears, shoulders, chest and back. After this, the person is made to lie on the back and the massage is continued from shoulder to toe, shifting the person on his right side and left side, on his stomach and again made to lie down on his back, finally in the sitting position. General Massage (Abhyanga) has been found very effective for vigour and vitality, cure of rheumatism, good eye sight, longevity, sound sleep, glowing skin. These massages are also a preventive medicine. In short, it rejuvenates the body and maintains the physique.
  • Duration of this treatment is 45 Minutes
  • Cost of Treatment Rs. 1200/-

Dhara:

After a liberal application of the medicated oil on the head and body, the patient is made to lie supine on wooden bed, his neck and head placed in a comfortable position. A nonstop, continuous stream of the medicine (medicated oil, herbal decoction, milk or other materials) is made to drop gently on the forehead from a particular height through a specially made apparatus. After the treatment the head is fully dried with towel and again oil is applied to the head. This treatment is also done for the whole body and for a particular part of the body depending on the ailment. It rejuvenates, revitalize human mind and body for diminishing the effect of aging. This is a special massage therapy for stress and strain.

  • Duration of this treatment is 60 Minutes
  • Cost of treatment: Rs. 2000/-
1300 hrs Lunch at a specialty City Restaurant
 
1400 hrs After lunch an escorted visit the National Museum & Crafts museum.

The National museum has a comprehensive collection of archaeological excavations, artifacts, ancient manuscripts, sculptures, wall paintings and coins.

Crafts Museum was set up in 1956 by the all India Handicrafts Board, with a view to preserving the artistic and cultural heritage of India. The main objective was to collect the finest specimens of Indian Craftsmanship which would then serve as source material for revival, reproduction and development of crafts. It now displays India's traditional crafts, as well as different styles of rural homesteads in various parts of India. See crafts persons at work on painting, metal, clay and textiles.
1730 hrs Return to the hotel
 
Tour Cost: INR 4200.00 Per Car (min. 02 pax)
 
Please read the Terms and Conditions
 
The rates include the following specific services:
  • Transportation from/ to the hotel.
  • Visit to the Kairali Ayurvedic Centre, New Delhi
  • Lunch at a speciality restaurant
  • An escort to visit the museum
  • Mineral Water on board

The rates do not include:

  • Table Drinks during meals
  • Any items/services which are not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Currently applicable entrance fees to the National museum