Traveling to the Himalayan destinations often make the slip of the choice of mountain resorts crowded for the holidays. See top Himalayan Odyssey spa retreat...

1. A Himalayan Odyssey with Six Mountain Spa’s, a
Perfect Mix of Retreat and Rejuvenation
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It may be a passion that might have repeatedly taken to the caves of the Himalayas since childhood, for
every time you look at it you fell delighted with it incredible beauty. You will just fall in love with its
fascinating jungle or snowy folds at the very first look.
Traveling to the Himalayan destinations often make the slip of the choice of mountain resorts crowded for
the holidays. In fact these are good destinations developed with general conveniences, but certainly
compromising natural environment untouched places in the creeks offer plenty to every tourist. This is
where you unearth the true nature beauty with its enchanting land in its people, culture, ecology and
serenity. And the lovely and welcoming attitude of the people of the region is always reassuring for the
traveler.
The backdrop of the evocative Himalayas provides an alluring setting for a quiet and restorative getaway.
Hence, it’s not surprising that you’ll find some of the best places to pamper yourself in the mountains, in the
states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, as well as Nepal and Bhutan. Whether you’re looking for a
romantic escape, a healing retreat, or exploration of the great outdoors (or even a combination of all
three!), you’ll find it at these top Himalayan spa resorts.
Dwarika’s Resort

2. Unique Feature: The Dwarika’s Resort Dhulikhel is a holistic lifestyle retreat, drawing on ancient
himalayan odyssey knowledge and philosophy of care for nature and for one’s self.
Offers: Set in magnificent natural surroundings, Dwarika’s Resort offer a place in which to contemplate, to
learn and to explore the connectedness between mind, body and earth. Situated amid snow-dusted
Himalayan peaks, the focus this time is on holistic spa therapies. Options range from classic Ayurvedic
massages to the signature Pancha Kosha Newari treatment, which uses local herbs and firm pressure to
realign the body. Healthy meals and daily yoga are also on offer, as well as a Trekkers Massage for those
returning from the Annapurna Range.
Accessibility: Situated just 45 minutes from Kathmandu City and 35 minutes from Nepal’s Tribhuvan
International Airport and Kathmandu Domestic Airport.
Tariffs: Doubles from US$461, half board. Treatments from US$50
Vana Retreat, India
Unique Feature: The northern state of Uttarakhand, in the Himalayan foothills, is where Hindus flock to
worship on the banks of the Ganges, and where yoga fans – including the Beatles – have traditionally
come to practise their art. Set amidst clusters of ancient forest and fruit orchards, the retreat merges into
its surroundings, uniquely perched on a small plateau with sal forest to the west, the hills of Mussoorie to
the north and the bustling small town of Dehradun to the east.
Offers: Vana, Malsi Estate is a wellness retreat that explores each aspect of wellbeing – physical, mental,
emotional and spiritual. It offers Ayurvedic and other treatments in a contemporary setting. Set on the

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gentle slopes of a lychee and mango
plantation, Vana’s latte-coloured Modernist
buildings house separate centres for Tibetan,
Ayurvedic, spa and water treatments.
Accessibility: It is only an hour’s flight from
Delhi, followed by an interesting 40-minute
drive towards Dehradun.
Tariffs: Three nights from US$2350, all
inclusive.
Amankora Bhutan
Unique Feature: Amankora Thimphu is a quiet
retreat from the hustle and bustle of the
Kingdom’s booming capital. Historically
isolated, each valley’s scenic beauty and
topography affords visitors an opportunity for
unique journeys of discovery between them. To
best experience all that Bhutan has to offer,
Amankora can tailor journeys that include a
combination of its lodges located in the valleys
of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey and
Bumthang.
Offers: Dzong-like architecture incorporates high stone, white-washed buildings accessed through an
enclosed arrival court. Room interiors feature wood panel and chocolate brown walls. Each room features
a king-size bed, bukhari and a terrazzo-clad bath. The suites are individually heated during cold winter
months. Set in a blue pine forest in the upper reaches of the Motithang area of the adjacent Thimphu

4. valley, the 16-suite Amankora Thimphu is close to the capital sights and shopping while remaining a quiet
retreat.
Accessibility: It is located 30 minutes from Paro International Airport.
Tariffs: Doubles from US$1,860, all inclusive. Treatments from US$108
Ananda, India
Unique Feature: Ananda in the Himalayas is a luxury destination spa in Narendra Nagar, Uttarakhand, set
in the Indian Himalayas. Set in a 100-acre Himalayan mountain estate set amidst sal forests, overlooking
the river Ganges, close to the towns of Rishikesh and Haridwar, it was established in 2000, and was
India’s first destination spa.
Offers: Ananda focusses on Yoga and Ayurvedic practices, combined with international spa therapies.
Meals are designed to fit your body type and the expansive spa has 24 treatment rooms, with 80 therapies,
including the 55-minute Abhyanga – a four-handed massage, using sesame oil.
Accessibility: The nearest major airport is Vadodara Airport. This airport has domestic flights from
Vadodara, India and is 50 km from the center of Anand, India.Another major airport is Sardar Vallabhbhai
Patel International Airport which has international and domestic flights from Ahmedabad, India and is 82
km from Anand, India.
Tariffs: Doubles from US$455, room only. Treatments from US$20

5. Begnas Lake Resort,
Nepal
Unique Feature: Surrounded
by pristine Nature, with
gurgling mountain springs
forming natural boundaries on
either side, the Begnas Lake
Resort spans a whole hillside
of unspoilt forestland. To the
North and the North-East are
the great Himalayan snowy
peaks, below which lie
terraced paddy fields and the
tranquil Begnas Lake, lending
a perfect picture frame for the
window of every guest room.
Surrounding the resort area
are Chestnut, Orange and
other fruit bearing trees
interspersed by bushes of
Coffee, Cardamom and
flowering plants. The entire
resort breathes of pure,
unadulterated Nature.
Offers: In this healing and
life-nourishing environment,
Begnas Lake Resort offers a
wide range of classical
Ayurvedic treatments as well
as soothing and rejuvenating
massages conducted by an
experienced team of
Ayurveda experts from Kerala.
Accessibility: Only 12km away from Pokhara, but almost 200km to the nearest international airport of
Kathmandu, the resort arranges for airport pick up.
Tariffs: Doubles from US$150, B&B. Treatments from US$10
Uma by Como, Bhutan
Unique Feature: Uma hotels in Bhutan are located in two of the country’s most important regions: one in
Paro Valley, close to many of Bhutan’s great cultural landmarks, the other in the Punakha Valley a five-
hour drive away.
Offers: Rooms, suites and private villas are conceived as intimate, luxury retreats to be enjoyed after a
day’s cultural activities and adventure pursuits, from Himalayan trekking to archery and white-water rafting.
Accessibility: It is located just 10 minutes from Bhutan’s main airport.

6. Tariffs: Doubles from US$575, B&B. Treatments from US$45