Yoga & Meditation Tour

Duration : 08 Nights / 09 Days
Destinations : Cochin - Ernakulam - Periyar - Spice Village - Periyar - Trivandrum - Kovalam Beach - Kanyakumari

Yoga is the the science of the Union with the divine, with Truth; Tantra is the most direct method of controlling the energy that creates the ultimate union with truth; and Ayurveda is the science of life. The purpose of each practice is to help the individual achieve longevity, rejuvenation and self-realisation. The practice of an ayurvedic regimen is a precursor to Yoga because it is only when the body is fit that the individual is ready to study the spiritual science of Yoga. The object of the practice of Yoga and Tantra is liberation, although only certain disciplined individuals are able to achieve the ultimate goals through these practices.They are sister sciences. The practice of Yoga is an important , natural, preventive measure to ensure good health. Yoga and Tantra are all parts of the ancient life-disciplines that have been practiced in India for centuries. They find mention in the scriptures of the Vedas and Upnishads.

The father of Yoga, Patanjali,described eight areas of Yoga and Yogic practices as follows; the natural regulation of the nervous system; discipline; cleansing; postures; concentration; the awakening of awareness; and state of perfect equilibrium. Yogic exercises have both preventive and curative value. They bring man to the natural state of tranquility, which is equilibrium. Yogic practices help to bring natural order and balance to the neurohormones and the metabolism and improve the endocrine system and thus fortify one against stress. Yogic practices for the treatment of stress and stress-related disorders (such as hypertention, diabities, asthma and obesity) are remarkably effective.

Employing Ayurvrdic diagnosis and treatment, yogis deal effectively with these disorders. Ayurvrda indicates which type of yoga is suitable for different constitutions.

Considered a prerequisite for spiritual health, meditation forms part and parcel of yogic practice. It is known to bring awareness, harmony and naturalYoga order to life. It awakens the intelligence to make life happy, peaceful and creative intelligence is the benediction of meditation.

Meditation results in increased relaxation, unlocking the storehouse of energy within the body. Meditation can be incorporated into any form of mind training that calms the body, increases awareness and creates greater focus for any action that is sincere, pure and heartfelt.

Benefits of meditation include a greater sense of relaxation in both mind and body, Greater flexibility of thinking, an ability to meet situations with freshness and insight. From the standpoint of pure physical expression, it can help loosen the knots and tensions trapped in the body disturbing emotions. It can help to change both facial expression and body posture, thereby softening and strengthening at the same time. These are some of the possible results, but they are not the goals. Meditation helps strengthen the positive qualities of compassion, patience and wisdom and frees us of conflicting emotions and erroneous beliefs.

Places Covered : Cochin - Ernakulam - Periyar - Spice Village - Periyar - Trivandrum - Kovalam Beach - Kanyakumari

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Cochin

Arrive Cochin by flight . Transfer to Hotel Casino. Afternoon city sightseeing - Dutch palace, Synagogue Old fort Cochin area, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets.

Day 02 : Ernakulam - Periyar

Sightseeing of Ernakulam, including the visit to Parishath Thamburan Museum and the Museum of Kerala History of Edapally . Evening drive to Periyar. Check-in at Spice Village.

Day 03 : Spice Village - Periyar

Visit the Periyar Lake Sanctuary by boat. Evening free.

Day 04 : Trivandrum

Drive to Trivandrum. On arrival check into Somatheeram Ayurvedic Beach Resort.

Day 05 - 08 : Kovalam Beach - Trivandrum - Kanyakumari

Day free for relaxation and optional Ayurvedic Therapy/Yoga /Meditation. During your stay in Kovalam Beach you may take time off to visit the Kalari Martial Arts Gymnasium in Trivandrum or take a full day excursion to Kanyakumari.