WAYANAD - COORG - MYSORE - OOTY - CALICUT

Day 01: Wayanad Arrive at Calicut / Kozhikode International airport or the railway station, our representative will take you to Wayanad (about 4 hrs’ drive). You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. So much beauty, so much charm all around; you feel a thunderbolt within. Leisure and ecstasy will wipe the weariness of long drawn journey off your brow; yes, you are safe, happy and comfortable in our guidance. We take you to the caves of Wayanad for they have a story of some ancient natives to tell you. We are with you as you move leisurely through the forests singing the tune of birds in the forests. We are with you as your feet carelessly touch the cool dew drops from the morning grass and the eyes watch a thousand suns above. On your arrival at Vyttri / Kalpetta, you are cordially led into the leisure of a hotel room. You are free for the evening or can visit Lakkidi – the Gateway of Wayanad (700 Mts MSL), Pookot lake-3 km south of Vythiri. The enduring fresh water lake nestled among wooded hills. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you. Day 02: Wayanad In the morning, after breakfast you are off for a full day local sightseeing during which you will be led to the famous Edakkal caves-12 kms from Sulthan Bathery. There are three (3) caves located at a height of 1000 mts on Ambukuthi mala near Ambalavayal. The new Stone Age pictographic writings on the walls of these natural caves at Edakkal are the indication of the civilizations that existed in the regions in the pre-historic times. Chethalayam Falls: Chethalayam is one of the minor waterfalls in Wayanad. Its surroundings offer a number of vantage points for bird-watching. It is also popular with trekking enthusiasts. Stay for the night at the hotel Day 03: Wayanad In the morning, after breakfast visit Kuruwa Deep (with packed lunch). Mananthavady Kuruwa Island is 955 acres of green forest on the tributaries of the east flowing river Kabani. The island is unoccupied and truly a paradise with myriad birds. Have packed lunch, relax for an hour so and proceed to Tholpetty Wild life sanctuary. You can find here spotted deer, elephants, bison, leopard, tiger…etc. It is a 25 km drive inside the sanctuary wherein you will come across a unique variety of wildlife. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you. Day 04: Wayanad - Coorg In the morning, after breakfast you proceed to Coorg (100kms). You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills and caves; lakes surrounded lustrous forests and small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. On your arrival at Coorg, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room. Later visit the spectacular Abbi Falls which is a must be visited location for tourist to Coorg. Proceed to the Raj’s Seat from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the misty Coorg valley. Stay for the night at the hotel. Day 05: Coorg In the morning, after breakfast you will proceed to Talcauvry (the origin point of River Cauvery) and Bhagamandala (the point where Cauvery assumes the shape of a river). Later visit the ancient temple and in the evening, go to Madikeri town and enjoy shopping for honey, coffee and spices as souvenirs of your travel to Coorg. Gandhi Mantap, A memorial to the father of the nation built at the site where Mahatma Gandhi sat and addressed the people of Madikeri during his visit in 1932.Night stay at hotel. Day 06: Coorg - Mysore In the morning, after breakfast, check out from hotel and you proceed to Omkareshwara Temple and enjoy at leisure this spectacular hill retreat. Head towards the Rajiv Gandhi National Park at Nagarhole in the morning and later proceed to ‘The Cultural Capital of Karnataka’-Mysore (125kms / 3hrs) about 770 m above the sea Level. On arrival at Mysore, check in to hotel, and enjoy the overnight stay there. Day 07: Mysore Morning proceed to Mysore local sight seeing. Visit Srirangapatna - Tippu’s Summer Palace, St. Philomena’s church and world famous Brindavan Garden on the Krishna Raja Sagar curves, fearful tunnels and chugs along beside deep ravines full of verdant vegetation, small streams and tea gardens. Take a walk along this enchanting garden and at sun set watch the musical fountains and colored lights along the dam. Over-night will be stay at the Mysore hotel. Day 08: Ooty In the morning, after breakfast, proceed to Ooty (155kms). Ooty also known as Udhagamandalam is the "Blue Mountains” and the capital of Nilgiris district. It is one of the most popular tourist resorts in India. It is a land of picturesque picnic spots. It is located at an altitude of 2,245 meters above sea level. It winds up its way through many hair-raising Coonoor is the second largest hill station in the Nilgiris. It is surrounded by tea plantations, with its ravines, valleys, and waterfalls. Bird watching is a popular leisure here. Coonoor is famous for a variety of wildflowers and birds, like cormorants, pipits, thrushes, parakeets, skylarks, Nilgiri verditer vultures, eagles and owls, song birds, bulbuls, , babblers, larks cuckoos, robins and several others. Sims Park is situated in a deep ravine at an elevation of 1,768 to 1,798 Mts. The Sim's Park is an important place to visit in Coonoor. It is a 12-hectare park, having a collection of over 1,000 species of plants, including magnolia, pines, tree ferns, and camellia. The botanical garden developed here partly in the Japanese style got its name after J. D. Sim who was the secretary of the Madras Club in 1874. The key attraction of the park is the annual fruit and vegetable show held in May every year. Sim's park was inaugurated in 1874. Over-night will be stay at the Resort. Day 09: Ooty In the morning, after breakfast proceed for a full day sight seeing which includes: Botanical Garden: - This is a 55-acres garden absolutely beautiful, founded in 1847 by the Marquis of Tweedale. Catherine Falls: - It is from Kotagiri at a distance of 8 kms away from Ooty. One can have a wonderful view of St. Catherine Water falls which is about 250 feet height from Dolphin's Nose of Coonoor. Laws Falls: - From a height of about 180 feet this fall offers a spectacular view for the visitors. Situated on the Coonoor-Mettupalayam Road at a distance of 7 Kms away from Coonoor, it is also a beautiful picnic spot. Kattery Falls: - Kattery falls are one of the highest falls in the Nilgiris situated about 5-km from Coonoor on the Kendala road. At the beginning of the century a Hydro power station was built on it. It was the first ever-Hydro power plant in the country to harness the fall to generate electricity for Cordite factory. Lady Caninng's: - Seat: -it is situated about 9 kilometers away from Coonoor. It is marked by a small house and commands panoramic sight of the tea estates. Dolphin Nose: -The Dolphin's Nose, which is 11 kms from Coonoor is a unique rock of marvelous size. Dolphin's Nose has spectacular views onto St. Catherine's falls on the one side and Coonoor and Kotagiri streams, tributaries of the Bhavani, on the other. The Droog: -The Droog at 6000 feet is located about 15-km away from Coonoor. It is also a famous picnic spot. This place was used as an outpost by Tippu Sultan. Ooty Lake Deer Park: -The Lake here is an irregular 'L' shaped structure placed in a picturesque setting. The lake offers a variety of boats for boating. This end of the lake also has a children's park, a deer park, a mini-garden etc. Over-night will be stay at the Resort. Day 10: Ooty - Kozhikode Departure In the morning, after breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to the Kozhikode (172kms) airport/railway station to board your flight/train. As you go home let the ever-relishing memory of Gods own Country remain in your mind.

WAYANAD - COORG - CALICUT

Day 01: Wayanad Arrive at Calicut / Kozhikode International airport or the railway station, our representative will take you to Wayanad (about 4 hrs’ drive). You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. So much beauty, so much charm all around; you feel a thunderbolt within. Leisure and ecstasy will wipe the weariness of long drawn journey off your brows; yes, you are safe, happy and comfortable in our guidance. We take you to the caves of Wayanad for they have a story of some ancient natives to tell you. We are with you as you move leisurely through the forests singing the tune of birds in the forests. We are with you as your feet carelessly touch the cool dewy grass from the morning and the eyes watch a thousand suns dew drops above. On your arrival at Vyttri / Kalpetta, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room. You are free for the evening or can visit Lakkidi – the Gateway of Waynad (700 Mts MSL), Pookot lake-3 km south of Vythiri. The enduring fresh water lake nestled among wooded hills. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you. Day 02: Wayanad In the morning, after breakfast you are off for a full day local sightseeing during which you will be led to the famous Edakkal caves-12 kms from Sulthan Bathery. There are three (3) caves located at a height of 1000 mts on Ambukuthi mala near Ambalavayal. The new Stone Age pictographic writings on the walls of these natural caves at Edakkal are the indication of the civilizations that existed in the regions in the pre-historic times.Chethalayam Falls: Chethalayam is one of the most attractive waterfalls in Wayanad. Its surroundings offer a number of vantage points for bird-watching. It is also popular with trekking enthusiasts. Over-night will be stay at hotel. Day 03: Wayanad In the morning, after breakfast visit to Kuruwa Deep (with packed lunch.) Mananthavady Kuruwa Island is 955 acres of green forest on the tributaries of the east flowing river Kabani. The island is an unoccupied and a paradise with myriad birds. Have your packed lunch, relax for an hour or so and further proceed to Tholpetty Wild life sanctuary. Here you will find spotted deer, elephants, bison, leopard, tiger…etc. It is 25-kms drive inside the sanctuary exploring wildlife. You have an overnight stay at the coziness of the hotel room with much anticipated sweet expectations of the beautiful landscape waiting in store for you. Day 04: Wayanad - Coorg In the morning, after breakfast you are proceed to Coorg (100kms), You will be delighted with the mesmerizing sight of hills, caves hiding some secrets of the past, lakes reflecting the surrounding lustrous forests, small streams and miniature water falls caressing the hills and dales. On your arrival at Coorg, you are cordially led into the leisure of the hotel room. Later visit the spectacular Abbi Falls which is a must visit tourist spot anyone visiting Coorg. Proceed to the Raj’s Seat from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the misty Coorg valley. Night halt at the hotel already booked for you. Day 05: Coorg In the morning, after breakfast you proceed to Talcauvry (the source of the River Cauvery) and Bhagamandala (the point where Cauvery assumes the shape of a river). Later visit the ancient temple and in the evening, go to Madikeri town and enjoy shopping for honey, coffee and spices as souvenirs of your travel to Coorg. Gandhi Mantap, A memorial to the father of the nation built at the site where Mahatma Gandhi sat and addressed the people of Madikeri during his visit to Coorg in 1932. Over-night will be stay at hotel. Day 06: Coorg In the morning, after breakfast you will proceed to Omkareshwara Temple and enjoy the scenic beauty at leisure in this spectacular hill retreat. Head towards the Rajiv Gandhi National Park at Nagarhole in the morning and enjoy the same screening throughout the day. Try your luck spotting the ferocious tiger. In the evening, return to the hotel and spend the night here. Day 07: Coorg- Calicut / Kozhikode In the morning, after breakfast you can proceed to the Calicut / Kozhikode (208 kms) airport/railway station to board your flight/train. As you go home let the ever-relishing memory of Gods own Country remain in your mind.

Verj�ngungskur (Rasayana Chikitsa)

Erfrischt die Haut und regeneriert und stärkt alle Gewebe, um somit ideale Gesundheit und Langlebigkeit zu erreichen. Erhöht das 'Ojas' (primäre Vitalität) und verbessert das "Sattva" (geistige Klarheit) und erhöht dadurch die Resistenz des Körpers. Inklusive Kopf-und Gesichtsmassage mit medizinischen Ölen und Cremes, Ganzkörpermassagen mit pflanzlichen Ölen oder Pulver mit Hand und Fuß, innerlich verjüngende Medikamente und medizinische Dampfbäder. Kräuterbäder werden ebenfalls verwendet. Körperimmunisierung und Behandlung für Langlebigkeit (Kalkalpa Chikitsa): Dies ist eine erstklassige Heilbehandlung, die den Alterungsprozess verzögert, die Degeneration der Körperzellen blockiert und das System immunisiert. Dies beinhaltet die Aufnahme von Rasayana (spezielle Ayurveda-Medikamente und Ernährung) und umfassende Körperpflegeprogramme. Die Behandlung ist am effektivsten für beide Geschlechter, unter 50 Jahren. Schwitzen (Sweda Karma): Ein medizinisches Dampfbad reinigt den Körper von Unreinheiten, verbessert den Teint der Haut, reduziert Fett und ist für bestimmte rheumatische Erkrankungen, insbesondere bei Schmerzen, empfohlen. Kostbare Kräuter und pflanzliche Blätter werden gekocht und der Körper täglich für 10 bis 20 Minuten von Dampf umströmt. Handmassagen mit Kräuterölen oder pflanzlichen Pulvern verbessern die Durchblutung und kräftigen die Muskeln. Schlankheitskuren: Heilkräftige pflanzliche Pulver und Kräuteröl-Massagen, eine Ayurveda-Diät aus Kräutersäften usw., sind Teil des Programms. Schönheitspflege: Pflanzliche Gesichtspackungen, Kräuteröl-Massagen, Einnahme von Kräutertee etc. verbessern den Teint und verschönern den Körper. Geistiges und physisches Wohlbefinden (Meditation und Yoga). Geistige und körperliche Übungen sollen das Ego aus Körper und Geist isolieren - mit der Absicht, anhand acht Stufen des Trainings, ihre Konzentration zu schärfen, die Gesundheit zu verbessern und Seelenfrieden zu erreichen: 1. Diszipliniertes Verhalten (yama) 2. Selbstreinigung (Niyama) 3. Körperhaltungen wie z.B. der Lotussitz (Asanas) 4. Kontrolle der Atmung (Pranayama) 5. Beherrschung der Sinne (Pratyahara) 6. Die Gedanken auf ein ausgewähltes Objekt fixieren (Dharana) 7. Meditation (Dhyana) und 8. Samadhi - ein Daseinszustand in dem Sie absolute Ruhe und Wohlbefinden erfahren. Allgemeine Fitness (Panchakarma-Behandlung) Eine fünffache Behandlung für geistiges und körperliches Wohlbefinden - bringt den Körper, die Organe, den Geist, Atem und Nerven in Einklang und reinigt das Blut.

Ayurveda

Ayurveda – Harmonie von Körper, Geist und Seele Entstanden vor etwa 2500 Jahren im unberührten Indien ist Ayurveda, die Wissenschaft vom Leben und der Langlebigkeit, das älteste Gesundheitssystem der Welt. Er wurde von den Draviden und auch von den Ariern befolgt und vereint die tiefgreifenden Erkenntnisse von Medizin und Philosophie. Seit dieser Zeit ist Ayurveda ein Sinnbild für die ganzheitliche physische, seelische und geistige Zunahme an Menschlichkeit in aller Welt. Heute ist es ein einzigartiger und unverzichtbarer Zweig der Medizin, ein vollkommenes naturalistisches System, bei dem durch die Diagnose der Körperflüssigkeiten - vata, pitta and kapha – das richtige Gleichgewicht erreicht werden soll. Kerala, das Land des Ayurveda Kerala besitzt ein ungebrochene Ayurveda-Tradition, die zahlreiche Invasionen und Einfälle durch Fremde und auch Einheimische überlebt hat. Für Jahrhunderte waren die Ayurveda Vaidyas (Ayurveda-Praktizierende) fast die einzigen, an die sich die Bevölkerung in Kerala wenden konnte, wenn sie Heilung bei Krankheiten aller Art suchte. Von den legendären acht Vaidya-Familien (Ashta vaidyas) und ihren Nachfolgern wurde der ganze Staat jahrhundertelang medizinisch betreut. Anders als in den anderen indischen Staaten hat Ayurveda in Kerala nicht den Status einer Alternativmedizin, sondern ist die Hauptrichtung. Tatsächlich ist Kerala heute der einzige Staat in Indien, in dem dieses Medizinsystem mit absoluter Hingabe praktiziert wird. Da sie die einzigen Ansprechpartner bei Behandlungen für das Volk waren, standen die Vaidyars von Kerala vor der Herausforderung, die Theorien des Ayurveda zu interpretieren und sie aktiv zu leistungsfähigen Behandlungssystemen für das tägliche Leben umzuformen. Daher sind fast alle heutigen Prozeduren und Protokolle des Ayurveda in und um Kerala entstanden. Die Segnungen der Natur Sein ausgeglichenes Klima, der natürliche Waldreichtum und die kühle Monsunsaison sind die besten Voraussetzungen für die heilenden und stärkenden Ayurveda-Packungen. Kerala ist vielleicht eines der wenigen Gebiete weltweit, wo während einer Zeit mit Dauerregen ständig eine Temperatur von 24-28 Grad herrscht. Dank dieses Feuchtigkeitsüberschusses in der Luft und auf der Hautoberfläche ist es der ideale Ort für alle Arten von Naturmedizin, die hier ihre Möglichkeiten voll zur Geltung bringen können. Das Land ist außerdem gesegnet mit unzähligen Heilpflanzen und bietet die Kontinuität und Beständigkeit der Ayurveda-Medizin, die für eine wirkungsvolle Behandlung notwendig sind. Alle Jahre wieder und zu jeder Jahreszeit stehen dieselben Kräuter mit derselben Wirksamkeit zur Verfügung. Im Vergleich zu Gegenden mit einer anderen Bodenzusammensetzung werden die Intensität und Potenz vieler Ayurveda-Arzneien hier durch den hohen Alkaloidgehalt des Bodens verstärkt. Die Vorteile des Ayurveda in Kerala Ashtangahridayam, die von dem großen Vagbata zusammengestellte praktische und anwenderfreundliche Interpretation des Ayurveda, wird wohl nirgendwo auf der Welt so extensiv angewandt wie in Kerala. Die Vaidyars von Kerala kennen sich hervorragend in dieser jüngsten Auslegung des Ayurveda aus, die von vielen Fachleuten als Fortschritt gegenüber den früheren samhitas der Ayurveda-Pioniere Charaka und Susruta bezeichnet wird. In Kerala ist die Kashaya Chikitsa (Heilbehandlung mit Mixturen) zu einem standardisierten Protokoll mit Hunderten von Kashayams geworden, die wissenschaftlich klassifiziert und nach den verschiedenen Erfordernissen der Behandlung eingeteilt wurden. Die Vaidyars von Kerala waren die ersten, die sich auf die Antioxidationseigenschaften des Abayangam spezialisierten, was zu einem Überfluss an Kizhis führte. Die weltweit größte Zahl an Ayurveda-Hochschulen und auch –Ausübenden hat bewirkt, dass Ayurveda in Kerala schon seit langem wissenschaftlich erforscht wird. Ayurveda als Lebensstil In Kerala ist Ayurveda nicht nur ein Gesundheitssystem, sondern er ist Teil jedes Lebensaspekts, ja, er ist in Kerala sozusagen ein Lebensstil. Gelähmte gehen wieder, unheilbar Kranke werden gesund usw. – diese Wunder, die sogar heute geschehen, sind der Grund für den Respekt und die Ehrfurcht, die den Vaidyars von Kerala entgegengebracht werden.

Kerala

KERALA, GOD'S OWN COUNTRY With the Arabian Sea in the west, the Western Ghats towering 500-2700 ms in the east and networked by 44 rivers, Kerala enjoys unique geographical features that have made it one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Asia. An equable climate. A long shoreline with serene beaches. Tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters. Lush hill stations and exotic wildlife. Waterfalls. Sprawling plantations and paddy fields. Ayurvedic health holidays. Enchanting art forms. Magical festivals. Historic and cultural monuments. An exotic cuisine... All of which offer you a unique experience. And what's more, each of these charming destinations is only a two hour drive from the other. A singular advantage no other destination offers. Kerala, India's most advanced society: With hundred percent literacy. World-class health care systems. India's lowest infant mortality and highest life expectancy rates. The highest physical quality of life in India. Peaceful and pristine, Kerala is also India's cleanest state. For administrative purpose, the state of Kerala is divided into fourteen districts. Most of these districts offer all the tourism products typical of the State.