India is the home of Ayurveda and yoga. People travel to Kerala, Rishikesh, Mysuru and Goa for Panchakarma detox, Ayurvedic rejuvenation, yoga retreats and teacher training, often as a recovery stay after medical treatment.
A classical Ayurvedic cleansing programme of oil therapies, steam and other procedures, planned by an Ayurveda doctor over two to three weeks.
Shorter programmes focused on rest, stress relief, diet and gentle therapies.
Daily yoga, breathing practice and meditation in an ashram or retreat, from a few days to several weeks.
Residential 200-hour courses of three to four weeks, often certified by Yoga Alliance.
A quiet Ayurveda or yoga stay after hospital treatment, only when your surgeon agrees you are ready.
Most residential programmes include stay, meals and therapies. Prices vary widely between a simple ashram and a luxury resort.
| Programme | Indicative cost | Length | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchakarma programme (14–21 days)Usually includes doctor consultations, therapies and meals; stay is often included | USD 800 – 4,500 | 14–21 days | Get a quote |
| Ayurvedic rejuvenation (7 days)Rasayana and stress-relief programmes | USD 600 – 2,500 | 7 days | Get a quote |
| Yoga retreat (1–2 weeks)Price depends on the centre and room | USD 250 – 2,500 | 7–14 days | Get a quote |
| Yoga teacher training (200 hours)Usually includes accommodation and meals | USD 1,000 – 2,600 | 21–28 days | Get a quote |
| Ayurveda recovery stay after surgeryOnly with your surgeon's agreement | USD 800 – 3,500 | 14–21 days | Get a quote |
Ranges compiled from published centre and retreat prices, 2025–26. Your centre confirms the price for your programme and room.
The heartland of classical Ayurveda: Panchakarma, rejuvenation and long residential programmes in traditional centres.
Best time All year; June to August is traditionally favoured for therapies.
Known as a world centre for yoga: ashrams, retreats and teacher training, with the International Yoga Festival usually held in March.
Best time February to April and September to November.
Closely linked with the Ashtanga yoga tradition, with many long-stay yoga students.
Best time October to March.
Beach yoga retreats and shorter Ayurveda programmes, popular for first-time visitors.
Best time November to March.
Naturopathy and yoga research institutes, convenient to combine with hospital treatment.
Best time All year, with a mild climate.
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Ayurveda and yoga support wellbeing; they do not replace medical treatment.
No. Ayurveda and yoga can support wellbeing and recovery, but they do not replace treatment from your doctor. Tell your doctors about any herbal medicines you take.
Treatment at a recognised Ayush centre is covered by the e-Medical visa. A short yoga programme is generally possible on an e-Tourist visa. Check the latest rules on the official portal.
Kerala's centres are open all year; the monsoon months (June to August) are traditionally considered good for Ayurvedic therapies. Rishikesh is most comfortable from February to April and September to November.
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