Ananda In The Himalayas

Ananda is the Sanskrit word for bliss. Your search for happiness ends here at the foot of the Himalayas, located in the village of Narendra Nagar, half an hour drive from Rishikesh. There you find, Ananda in the Himalayas, an Ayurvedic Resort which will succeed the highest expectations. The resort has already won several awards as the best destination spa worldwide. Majestically situated on a hill, the 40-hectare terrain of Maharaja Palace of Tehri Garhwal offers the ideal backdrop for this exquisite five-star hotel. A breathtaking view over the Ganges and its valleys towards the Himalaya complements the incomparable scenery. Ananda is approximately 4.5 hours by train and another 1 hour by car from Delhi. Or, there is the possibility to continue your flight from Delhi to Dehradum and then another hour shuttle drive to the resort.

The luxurious Ananda Spa is known for its rigidly enforced Ayurveda, since all therapies are conducted with the utmost professionalism and are based on the principles of Ayurveda such as, yoga, meditation and Vedanta. The highly qualified team is always at your side and will advise you in choosing the appropriate treatment.

In the adjacent garden you will find the yoga pavilion, with rooms on the roof of the palace available for yoga and meditation. The philosophy of the house is based on the knowledge of Ayurveda and Yoga. This, Ananda in the Himalayas is a compelling example of the harmonious synthesis of grown culture and contemporary comfort.

The spa offers with about 2,000 square meters a variety of detoxification, rejuvenation and relaxation therapies in 21 treatment rooms. All treatments are based on Ayurveda, Yoga and Meditation in accordance with treatments from Europe and Thailand:

• Ayurveda-Massages
• Yoga und Meditation
• Beauty-Treatments
• Hydrotherapie
• Aromatherapie
• Thai- and Swedish Massages
• Full body wraps and peelings
• Facial Treatments
• Skin and hair Therapie
• Medical Fitness- and diet assistance

The specially developed Wellness Gourmet Cuisine is based on the knowledge that we are what we eat. In other words, that our well being is subject to our diet. The ingredients used in the Ananda-kitchen are all grown and harvested in gardens of the region. Afternoon tea will be served in the stylish Palace Tea Lounge. The Poolside serves guests with snacks and vitamin-packed drinks.

70 deluxe and premium rooms with either palace or valley views, five luxury suites and three detached villas feature antique and British inspired decor. The windows facing the ridge of the Himalayas offer you grandiose views. The rooms are elegant furnished with balcony, two telephone lines, health bar, walk-in closet, safe, large bathroom and separate shower. The Premium Rooms with view on the valley are on the top floors. Three Garden suites overlooking the valley are equipped with separate living areas and a garden. The spacious Ananda suite offers the same facilities and in addition a dining area. The Viceregal suite at the Palace also offers a separate terrace with a jacuzzi. The villas are equipped with separate living area, spacious bathroom with sauna and private pool and sun deck.

GETTING THERE:

Train
Train ride will be approx. 4.5 hours and an additional 1 hour driver per car.

Plane
Daily flights with Jet Airways from Dehli to Dehradun are available. Dehradun is the closest airport to the resort. From the airport 1 hour drive per car to the resort.

INCLUSIVE:           

1. Consultation

• Individual Wellness-Consultation,
• Ayurvedic Consultation
• Personal Fitness consultation, fitness test and body-analyses
• Check-up by doctors and wellness-consultants during treatments
•  Detailed pre-consultation regarding physical and psychological well-being and tailor-made treatment plan

2. Early morning wake up with tee and daily fresh fruit basket

3. Three times daily Ananda Rejuvenation-Spa-Menu (breakfast, lunch and dinner) per person

4. Transfer from Haridwar Trainstation or airport of Dehradun to the Ananda Hotel

5. Daily use of steam room, sauna, cold water-pool, Kneipp Hydrotherapie and heated lap-pool

Programm activities: Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Vedanta, Fitness, cooking demonstrations, workshops and excursions.

1. Deluxe Palace/ Garden View
The deluxe room with on-suite bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, walk-in closet, air-condition, telephone, TV, minibar, safe, tea- and coffee-station, Kurta Pyjama. Rooms overlooking the palace.

2. Deluxe Valley View
The deluxe room with on-suite bathroom, shower, WC, hairdryer, walk-in closet, air-condition, telephone, TV, minibar, safe, tea- and coffee-station, Kurta Pyjama. Rooms overlooking the valley.

Further room categories upon request.