A Yoga, Ayurveda & Cultural Journey from Kerala to Sri Lanka
Welcome the New Year in a truly meaningful way - in the silence and discipline of a traditional ashram, followed by a journey through sacred lands, nature, and vibrant cultures across South India and Sri Lanka.
This 15-day yoga and cultural retreat blends ashram life, Ayurveda, pilgrimage, wildlife, and ocean integration, creating a deeply balanced and immersive experience.
Designed for those seeking inner clarity, cultural depth, and conscious travel, this journey offers a rare opportunity to experience yoga not just as a practice, but as a way of living.
Retreat Highlights
✔️ Celebrate New Year’s Eve in a traditional yoga ashram
✔️ Experience Kerala backwaters, Ayurveda, and slow living
✔️ Visit sacred temples in Kanyakumari and Rameshwaram
✔️ Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress and explore ancient Sri Lanka
✔️ Wildlife safari in national parks (elephants and more)
✔️ Rainforest, waterfalls, and nature immersion in Kitulgala
✔️ Relax and integrate by the ocean in Unawatuna
✔️ Daily yoga and meditation sessions (gentle and adaptable)
✔️ Small group experience with personal guidance and care
Itinerary
📍 December 27 – Arrival in Kochi | Backwaters
Arrival in Kochi and warm welcome. Transfer to a serene backwater resort on Vembanad Lake. Time to rest, recover from the journey, and gently ground by the water with evening reflection.
📍 December 28 – Backwaters Immersion
Morning gentle yoga by the lake. Traditional houseboat experience through the backwaters. Afternoon cooking class, with optional Ayurvedic consultations and therapies. Time to absorb the slow rhythm of Kerala.
📍 December 29 – Backwaters → Sivananda Ashram (Trivandrum)
Transfer to Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Dhanwantari Ashram. Check-in and introduction to ashram life.
📍 December 30 – Ashram Life
Full immersion in the traditional ashram routine: yoga asana, meditation, chanting, spiritual talks, and karma yoga. A day of simplicity, discipline, and inner clarity.
📍 December 31 – New Year at the Ashram
A deeply meaningful New Year’s Eve celebrated with awareness. Special satsang, chanting, and meditation marking the transition into the new year.
📍 January 1 – Ashram → Kanyakumari
Morning practice and transfer to Kanyakumari, the sacred meeting point of three oceans. Temple visits, sunset contemplation, and quiet reflection.
📍 January 2 – Kanyakumari → Rameshwaram
Early departure to Rameshwaram, one of India’s most sacred pilgrimage sites. Visit to the temple and time for contemplation by the sea.
📍 January 3 – Fly to Sri Lanka | Sigiriya
Transfer and flight to Colombo, followed by onward journey to Sigiriya. Evening rest surrounded by nature and jungle landscapes.
📍 January 4 – Sigiriya Rock & Culture
Early morning climb to Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress. Later exploration of Polonnaruwa or a gentle village cycling experience.
📍 January 5 – Wildlife & Dambulla
Morning safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla National Park (depending on sightings). Afternoon visit to Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
📍 January 6 – Sigiriya → Kandy → Kitulgala
Transfer to Kandy with visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Continue to Kitulgala, surrounded by rainforest and rivers.
📍 January 7 – Waterfall & Nature Day
Trek to Manna Kathi Ella Waterfall. Time for swimming, nature immersion, grounding practices, and deep relaxation.
📍 January 8 – Kitulgala → Unawatuna (Coast)
Transfer to the southern coast. Time to relax by the ocean or explore nearby coastal villages.
📍 January 9 – Ocean Integration
Free day by the sea. Optional scuba diving, swimming, rest, reflection, gentle yoga, or closing circle.
📍 January 10 – Departure
Morning at leisure. Transfer to Colombo International Airport for return flight.
Daily Rhythm (Indicative)
☀️ Morning yoga & meditation
🍽 Breakfast
🏞 Cultural visits, travel, nature experiences
🌙 Dinner and optional reflection or meditation
(The rhythm adapts to each location while maintaining balance and flow.)
What’s Included
✅ Accommodation in carefully selected hotels, ashram, and resorts
✅ All meals (vegetarian, including ashram meals)
✅ Daily yoga and meditation sessions
✅ All internal transfers (bus, train, domestic flights)
✅ Entrance fees and guided experiences
✅ Safari entry and jeep costs
✅ Drinking water provided
✅ Airport pickup and drop-off (as per group schedule)
What’s Not Included
❌ International flights
❌ Visa fees (India & Sri Lanka)
❌ Travel & medical insurance
❌ Optional activities (e.g. scuba diving, additional therapies)
❌ Personal expenses and tips
Why Join This Journey?
This is not just a retreat - it is a carefully curated journey through some of the most powerful and diverse landscapes of India and Sri Lanka.
From the stillness of an ashram to the vastness of the ocean,
from sacred temples to wild nature,
this experience invites you to slow down, reconnect, and move through life with greater awareness.
You will return not only with memories, but with clarity, connection, and a deeper sense of presence.
Meet Your Guides
🧘♀️ Caterina: A dedicated yoga teacher since 2021, Caterina has trained in Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yin, and Anusara Yoga. Her passion for travel and spiritual exploration shapes her unique retreat experiences, combining physical well-being with deep mindfulness.
🧘♂️ Mayank: With years of experience leading yoga retreats in India, Mayank’s practice is rooted in Isha Foundation, Bihar School of Yoga, and Sivananda traditions. His calm presence and profound teachings create a transformative and inclusive experience for all participants.
Join us on this extraordinary adventure and experience the magic of India through yoga, spirituality, and culture.
📩 Contact us today to reserve your spot!
🙏 Namaste