In contrast to real Ayurveda cures, Ayurveda wellness holidays do not have any medical purposes in the narrower sense. Ayurveda holidays are therefore not primarily intended to treat diseases. However, they can promote a healthy lifestyle and help alleviate any (minor) ailments and help maintain health.

Ayurveda holidays can be booked for any number of days. They are often offered as Ayurveda light cures or as part of wellness or beauty programs. In Ayurveda wellness, intensive cleansing of the body is usually avoided and the "treatment plans" are more standardized than individualized. The primary goal of the programs is intensive relaxation of body and mind and the promotion of general well-being. Many hotels are offering yoga & meditation as an add-on.

Most hotels that offer Ayurveda holidays also accommodate nonAyurveda guests. Ayurveda is therefore usually only one part of the comprehensive hotel offer. Ayurveda wellness hotels are therefore not only geared towards Ayurvedic principles. The range of dishes is more varied and the adherence to Ayurvedic principles is not strictly adhered to (eg alcohol is often also offered).

Booking Ayurveda wellness holidays is particularly recommended if you are short on time. Even if you are primarily concerned with pure relaxation and a bit of "switching off", an Ayurveda wellness holiday is the right thing for you. Ayurveda days can take place as part of a Sri Lanka tour, as well as at the end of a trip in combination with a beach holiday.

Authentic Ayurveda cures are basically aimed at treating diseases, alleviating symptoms or maintaining health in the long term.

They are called Panchakarma. A Panchakarma cycle should last at least 14, but ideally 28 days to give the body enough time to process the cycle. Basically, the longer you give yourself time for the cure, the better and more lasting the result. Panchakarma cures usually have a long-lasting effect and successes only gradually become more and more noticeable and visible. (Link to my article: The perfect Ayurvedic cure).

Each Panchakarma cure begins with a medical consultation and an analysis of the clinical picture. Based on this, the Ayurveda doctor then develops an individual treatment and nutrition plan for you.

The treatments arranged range from soothing massages and herbal baths to techniques for intensive cleansing of the body. When it comes to nutrition, emphasis is placed on a healthy, vegetarian and balanced diet. The consumption of alcohol, coffee, meat and fish should therefore be avoided during the treatment period.

The therapy is supported with Ayurvedic herbal medicines. In addition to juices, teas and pills, this also includes high-quality Ayurvedic oils that are used for massages or other treatments. The quality of the oils has a significant influence on the success of the treatment.