8 Day Personalized Ayurveda and Yoga Detox Holiday in Alicante, Spain
Detox, Meditation, Yoga and Ayurveda Retreat in Spain
On this 8-day journey, you'll receive a perfect balance of Ayurveda detox practices and an introduction to yoga, both theoretical and practical. Each day is designed to rejuvenate your body, calm your mind, and help you establish healthy habits. You'll enjoy daily yoga, pranayama, yoga Nidra sessions, and personalized treatments tailored to your needs. Ayurvedic therapies every day and workshops on Ayurvedic principles, routines (Dinacharya), and lifestyle practices will provide you with tools to bring balance and vitality into your life. This program is ideal if you wish to rest, relax, and de-stress while exploring the transformative power of yoga and Ayurveda. This retreat is your opportunity to rest, learn, and transform in a serene environment tailored to your journey. If you are interested in longer stays of 11 days, please let them know!
Meet the instructors
Highlights
- Individual consultation with the doctor before the retreat starts online
- Daily Ayurvedic treatments 2x
- Daily yoga and pranayama
- Family Constellation consultation with their psychologist
- Workshops on Ayurveda and lifestyle
- Yoga Nidra and meditation every day
- Enjoy meditative walks in serene, nature-rich surroundings
- 7 nights accommodation in a room of your choice
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Valencia Airport (US$ 157 per person)
Accommodation
Facilities
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Concierge desk
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Terrace
- Yoga studio
- Bicycle rental
- Conference room
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Laundry
- Library
- Medical assistance
- Meeting room
- Wireless internet
As you'll be one of the guests at this Ayurveda and yoga retreat in their Home Dhara Holistic Care Mediterranean Coast at Benirrama, you're guaranteed individual care and attention at all times for optimal use of the teachings. The venue is exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. The accommodation will be in a private room or shared room.
Dhara Holistic Care has selected this beautiful venue for this retreat in the essence of the Mediterranean coast. One of the things Dhara Holistic Care regular clients really value is having the house to themselves while knowing they are nearby.
The house is ideal for 6 or 8 guests. There are six bedrooms, along with a bathroom, two treatment rooms, and some peaceful living rooms with a private swimming pool. They have a small library of books on yoga and Ayurveda available. The nearest beach is 25 minutes by car. Beautiful and deliciously decorated spaces with harmony, simplicity, and tranquility.
Program
Ayurveda and Yoga
Two sciences belonging to the Sankhya philosophy work together. Yoga is a spiritual and energetic system and Ayurveda is the traditional healing system of India and is considered the world's oldest complete health system that is still in use. Today, thanks to the development of a more comprehensive view of medicine, philosophy, and spirituality, its popularity has soared in the West.
Yoga and Ayurveda open consciousness and teach that you are not only your body; this is a vehicle for the expansion of consciousness. It helps you to connect with your true nature and to see that the only real cure for diseases is the understanding of the self. It is a lifestyle, a way to learn how to cooperate with nature and to live in harmony with it.
Personalized retreat
Your retreat will be personalized to your personal goals and needs. A typical day is detailed below but in general, your days will be structured around yoga and Ayurveda, relaxing massage therapies, personal development, and health education you'll also have a little time to explore the local mountains and the many natural places around to hike.
All products and oils have high quality and are prepared in a traditional way, following ethical procedures to maintain the quality of the products and their benefits in treatments.
Lifestyle courses
During this retreat, you will have the opportunity to learn the lifestyle and routines of yoga and Ayurveda, tantric meditations, and to practice yoga every day with classes that will help to relax the mind, provide flexibility, reduce fatigue, and increase your energy and digestive power. Yoga as therapy or practice was traditionally prescribed in an Ayurvedic context.
Rejuvenation and low-stress
Rejuvenation according to yoga and Ayurveda is only possible through a process of elimination of physical, mental, and emotional toxins, this is why yoga is used for this purpose. Once these toxins are expelled, the body through its own resources can rebalance and optimize the actions of all tissues and systems.
- Online consultation ten days or so before arrival.
- Follow up from the professional team
Treatments including:
Two treatments or Abhyangam massage every day, (except the first day).
*Evening treatment like sauna (excep the days with topics and talks).
These are some of the treatments that may be included:
- Udwarthana massage: Herbal powder massage
- Abhyangam: Traditional Kerala full-body massage
- Pizhichil and Ellazikhi treatment: Pinda Sveda or Bags massage
- Shirodhara Treatment: Warm herbal oil poured rhythmically over the forehead
- Nasya: Nasal treatment. Administration of oil drops through the nostrils
- ShiroAbhyangam: Head and face massage with roses and sandal paste
Weekly program of yoga and meditation: 2 hours of Hatha and Kundalini yoga, pranayama, and meditation every day (instruction can be given to those who are not familiar with any of these practices). Every treatment will be according to a personal Ayurvedic diagnosis.
Benefits of this yoga and Ayurvedic program:
- Deep relaxation
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Improved digestion
- Weight loss and balance
- Personal development
- Energy balancing
- A healthier complexion
- Increased energy
- Increased self-confidence
- Better sleep
- Increased self-motivation
- Emotional stability
- Greater vitality
- Better relationships
What to expect:
- Enjoy treatment chosen to harmonize and revitalize your body.
- Strengthen your body-mind connection with yoga sessions and breathing techniques to promote inner balance.
- Learn the basics of Ayurveda, doshas, and practical ways to integrate this ancient science into your life.
- Experience deep relaxation and emotional release through guided meditation sessions.
- Receive guidance to establish balanced routines and long-lasting wellness practices.
- Satvic full board including vegetarian meals, water, and herbal teas.
Daily program
Day 1
- 16:00 Welcome Namaste and check-in
- 17:00 - 18:00 Introduction and interview
- 18:30 Yoga Nidra
- 19:30 Yoga and Ayurvedic dinner
Days 2 to 7
- 07:30 First yoga session, sunrise yoga
- 09:00 Yogi breakfast
- 10:00 - 13:00 Ayurvedic treatment time or walk around the Natural park
- 13:30 Yoga and Ayurvedic lunch
- 15:00 Evening treatments (except days with topics).
- 16:00 Ayurvedic sauna or walk
- 17:30-19:00 Pranayama and Nidra yoga meditation
- 19:30 Yoga and Ayurvedic organic dinner
Day 8
- 07:30 First yoga session, sunrise yoga
- 09:00 Yogi breakfast
- 10:30 - 13:00 Ayurvedic treatment time or walk around the Natural park
- 13:30 Yoga and Ayurvedic lunch
- 16:00 Namaste and check-out
Important information
This retreat is introductory and does not treat clinical situations; it is not a Panchakarma. They do not administer any medication. If you are on medication, please follow your doctor's advice and inform them of your intake. Notify the doctor of any food intolerances during the initial session.
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed during the retreat. Smoking is not permitted within the residential area. Follow the doctor's recommendations for maximum benefit. Reduce mobile device usage and do not bring work-related items.
The duration of treatments may vary according to the constitution, and instructions, and the process may change depending on the patient's condition. The recommendations are crucial for the program's success and optimal benefits.
In their Dhara Holistic Wellness Center, they have adapted the tradition of Yoga and ayurveda from India and Sri Lanka to maintain its essence within the possibilities of Europe. They want to make it clear that although they follow the principles of this ancient practice, the experiences and treatments may differ from those offered in its place of origin. Therefore, it is important to come free of expectations and with an open mind to the experience.
Included excursions
If you wish you can have some excursions to the nearby mountains places or beaches in the area, please let them know and they can create some nice offers for you.
Instructors
Shukri Kumar
Shukri has been traveling to India for over 15 years with continuous experience as a teacher of yoga and meditation. Asia has been a place of continuous inspiration as different teachers in different areas have given him a broad and solid vision. He is also the creator and founder of several wellness centers, projects, and the coordinator of massages and treatments for six years in specialized centers and spas. Javier has a diploma in Ayurveda and panchakarma massage from Asramam Vazhavara College, Kerala, and in Ayurveda treatments by Dr. Vijay Carolin of the University of Kerala, India.
Ana Isabel Tome Mateos
Ana has a degree in psychology from the Autonomous University of Madrid. She graduated as an Ayurveda therapist and therapeutic massage therapist by Dr. Vijay Carolin of the University of Kerala, India. She also has a diploma in therapy, holistic psychology, and sciences of mind by the Dharma School in Madrid.
Martha Weronika
Martha Maleta is a passionate yoga teacher who completed her instructor training at Hot Yoga Altea. She loves teaching Hatha and Yoga Nidra, integrating her knowledge of neuroscience and her interest in personal development methods. Marta is dedicated to guiding her students toward a balance between body and mind, promoting overall well-being through her classes.
Carla Kramer
My name is Carla, I am 31 years old, two years ago, life led me to take a course in Abhyangam massage and various Ayurvedic therapies while pursuing a master's degree in holistic psychology. That experience opened up a world where I felt increasingly connected to my most sensitive abilities and the power of truly breathing and living in the present moment. During this inner journey, Master in Thai Massage diferent styles.
Leonor Campani
My name is Leonor, and a few years ago, I discovered my true calling: massages and Ayurvedic treatments, which are offered in this wonderful wellness center. Thanks to my mentors, who helped me discover myself, support others, and channel energies through various treatments. Ayurvedic terapiest. I invite you to experience and benefit from the different treatments we offer for your well-being, peace, and balance.
Retreat location
Benirrama is situated north of Gallinera Valley, a rich beautiful Natural Park, that walkers appreciate very much for its paths and routes, and is regarded as the very northern part of the Costa Blanca coastline. The sun is said to shine here 320 days a year. Gallinera Valley and Ondara are divided by the Segaria mountain – said to resemble a sleeping elephant. The area is certainly spectacular and offers a number of walking routes. Benirrama is in the mountains very close to the coast, 25 minutes by car, are of very high quality.
Every year, the beaches are awarded the European Blue Flag for their water quality and clean fine sand. You can enjoy the mountain views and paths and at the same time, the beaches are very close.
The Gallinera Valley is a Natural park area, a beautiful valley formed of eight villages, namely Benirrama, Benialí, Benisivá, Benitaia, La Carroja, Alpatró, Llombai, and Benissili. These enchanting villages are situated along the banks of the river Gallinera, nestled among Les Solanes, El Almirante, and Foradà mountains. A landscape that is defined by the wildest nature.
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Food during the retreat will be vegetarian and mostly organic. You will be served three daily delicious organic meals during the retreat.
During the retreat, you will receive valuable information on the principles of the Yoga and ayurvedic diet and how to incorporate health into your everyday routines. Proper digestion and regular detox are the keys to physical and mental health and to a decrease in disease.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Organic
- Yogic
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
- If you would like to take an excursion to the beach with breakfast included, please let Dhara Wellness Garden know to book in advance
- Walking along the walking routes in the Natural Park which offers you stunning views over the sea
- Bicycle rental
Spa treatments
This retreat includes treatments or Ayurvedic Abhyangam whole body massages with warm herbal oil, 100% natural and imported directly from Kerala in India, where Ayurveda is practiced with absolute dedication.
You will always be accompanied by the attention of the staff. If you would like to experience an extra massage or treatment, you can choose all the offers from their menu of services.
The retreat offers a small swimming pool that can be used in summer by their guests.
Ayurvedic saunas are available in the wintertime only.
What's included
- 1 personalized session 10 days before arrival
- Follow-up from the professional Ayurvedic doctor
- Daily 2 Ayurveda treatment for 7 days with Ayurvedic treatments or Abhyangam massages with warm herbal oils (except on arrival day)
- Persoalized session with their psychologist, Family Constellation.
- Transfers from Alicante-Elche airport
- Wi-Fi
- Daily yoga and pranayama sunrise yoga
- Evening yoga Nidra meditation
- 1 weekly yoga and Ayurveda lecture and 1 weekly Ayurveda nutrition seminar
- 7 nights accommodation and 3 ayurvedic meals.
- Towels and bathrobes
- Hydrotherapy facilities: the outdoor swimming pool and chill-out areas are there for you to enjoy, the swimming pool is not available during the winter season
What's not included
- Flights
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Transfers from the Valencia airport
- Excursions to the beach or to other places
- Additional treatments to the ones mentioned in the inclusions section
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Alicante–Elche Airport
68 km
Transfer included
Valencia Airport
77 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flights to arrive at Alicante–Elche Airport (ALC) or Valencia Airport (VLC). Transfer from and to the airport is available on request. Only transfer from Alicante–Elche Airport (ALC) is included in this package for a limited time.
Arrival by bus
From Valencia airport the cost of the transfer is 140 EUR for 3 persons maximum and one hour, you can take a one-hour bus (25 EUR) to Denia, and then take a taxi to the venue. The taxi from Denia bus station to the venue costs around 35 EUR approximately.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 22% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 10 days before arrival.
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