Ananda
india
Sacred serenity in the Himalayan foothills
Ananda is more than a wellness retreat – it’s a spiritual pause. Set on a 100-acre estate once home to a Maharaja, this storied spa retreat overlooks the River Ganges and folds gently into the misty forested hills of Northern India. It’s the kind of place where time slows and your breath deepens without effort.
Rooted in the teachings of Ayurveda, yoga and Vedanta philosophy, Ananda offers immersive wellness programmes tailored to your body type and lifestyle. Your day might start with sunrise meditation, followed by an Ayurvedic massage and a nutrient-rich sattvic lunch overlooking the valley. In the afternoon, trek to a temple or relax with a book in the Himalayan breeze.
Pauline Duffin
Pauline specialises in designing highly-personalised adventures, guided by her decades of travel expertise. With a focus on India, South East Asia and South America and a deep love of African safaris, she's renowned for her finely-tuned ability to create experiences that reflect your unique interests.
Rooms and suites are elegant and heritage-informed, with classic interiors, carved balconies and rolling views. The spa is expansive but intimate, and the service gentle and thoughtful.
It’s a rare retreat that honours its setting, its culture and your need for quiet transformation.
- Wellness programmes based on Ayurveda, yoga and meditation
- Restored royal estate with sweeping Himalayan views
- Vegetarian cuisine rooted in sattvic and Ayurvedic principles
- Daily guided practices and holistic treatments
- Spiritual and cultural immersion from treks to temple visits
