Day 1: Arrival and introduction to wellness

Morning:

• Arrival and Check-In: Guests arrive, check-in, and settle into their accommodations.
• Welcome Session: Introduction to the retreat, schedule overview, and meet the facilitators.

Afternoon:

• Introduction to Ayurveda Workshop (1 hour): Overview of Ayurvedic principles and practices, followed by individual consultations with an Ayurvedic doctor to assess health and wellness goals.

• Lunch: Healthy, plant-based meal with Ayurvedic influence.

Evening:

• Gentle Yoga Session (1 hour): Light yoga practice to relax and unwind.

• Guided Evening Meditation (30 minutes): Initial meditation session focused on breath awareness.

• Dinner: Nutritious vegetarian meal.

• Daily Massage (1 hour): Relaxing massage to ease travel fatigue and promote relaxation.

DAY 2: DEEPENING HOLISTIC PRACTICES

Morning:

• Sunrise Yoga (1 hour): Morning yoga session to start the day with energy and clarity.

• Breakfast: Light and nourishing meal.

• Free time to explore the hotel and its surroundings

Afternoon:

• Detoxifying Lunch: Meal designed to support detoxi cation.

• Nature Walk (1.5 hours): Guided walk in nature to connect with the environment and enhance mindfulness.

Evening:

• Yin Yoga Session (1 hour): Slow-paced yoga targeting deep connective tissues to release tension.

• Dinner: Wholesome, plant-based meal.

• Daily Massage (1 hour): Soothing massage to promote relaxation and well-being.

DAY 3: EXPLORING WELLNESS PRACTICES

Morning:

• Sunrise Meditation (30 minutes): Morning meditation session to enhance focus and tranquillity.

• Breakfast: Light and healthy meal.

• Ayurvedic Detox Treatment (1.5 hours): Personalized Ayurvedic detox treatments such as Panchakarma.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Healthy and balanced meal.

• Free Time: Opportunity to enjoy the hotel’s amenities, such as the pool or spa. Or an excursion to Galle Fort.

Evening:

• Restorative Yoga Session (1 hour): Gentle yoga practice to promote deep relaxation and stress relief.

• Dinner: Healthy, plant-based meal.

• Daily Massage (1 hour): Evening massage to ensure relaxation and rejuvenation.

DAY 4: CULTURAL & CULINARY IMMERSION

Morning:

• Sunrise Yoga (1 hour): Morning yoga session to energize the body and mind.

• Breakfast: Nutritious and balanced meal.

• Visit to a Local Market (2 hours): Explore a local market to learn about and source fresh ingredients for the cookery lesson.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Enjoy a meal featuring locally sourced ingredients.

• Local Cookery Lesson (2 hours): Hands-on cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional, healthy dishes.

Evening:

• Dinner: Enjoy the dishes prepared during the cookery lesson while enjoying soothing music performed by a local autist.

• Daily Massage (1 hour): Evening massage to promote relaxation and well-being.

DAY 5: SPIRITUAL & HOLISTIC PRACTICES

Morning:

• Sunrise Meditation (30 minutes): Morning meditation session to start the day with mindfulness and calm.

• Breakfast: Light and healthy meal.

• Buddhist Meditation Session (1 hour): Guided meditation session focusing on Buddhist techniques.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Wholesome, plant-based meal.

• Ayurvedic Spa Treatment (1.5 hours): Personalized Ayurvedic spa treatments to enhance well-being.

Evening:

• Dinner: Fresh, organic meal.

• Cultural Show (1.5 hours): Enjoy a traditional cultural performance showcasing local music, dance, and heritage.

• Free Time.

DAY 6: INTEGRATION & REFLECTION

Morning:

• Sunrise Yoga (1 hour): Morning yoga session to start the day with energy and focus.

• Breakfast: Healthy and energizing meal.

• Herbal Steam Bath (1 hour): Detoxifying steam bath to cleanse and rejuvenate.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Light and nutritious meal.

• Afternoon exploring the Kandy Town and Helga’s Folly or a painting lesson with artist Raju.

Evening:

• Restorative Yoga Session (1 hour): Gentle yoga practice to promote deep relaxation.

• Dinner: Featuring local cuisine.

• Daily Massage (1 hour): Evening massage to ensure relaxation and rejuvenation.

DAY 7: REFLECTION & FAREWELL

Morning:

• Sunrise Meditation (30 minutes): Morning meditation session to start the day with clarity and calm.

• Breakfast: Light and healthy meal.

• Closing Circle (1 hour): Group re ection on the retreat experience, sharing insights, and setting intentions for maintaining

wellness practices at home.

Afternoon:

• Lunch: Final communal meal to celebrate the retreat experience.

• Free Time: Opportunity to enjoy the resort’s amenities or take a nal walk in nature.

Evening:

• Farewell Dinner: Special dinner featuring the best of local and Ayurvedic cuisine.

• Daily Massage (1 hour): Final massage session to ensure relaxation and rejuvenation.

Departure:

• Check-Out and Farewell: Guests depart with a renewed sense of well-being and equipped with tools and practices to continue their holistic journey.