21-Day Senior Wellness & Ayurvedic Detox Retreat in Mysore, India

The Golden Vitality Retreat is a 21-day program for seniors, but it's really whatever you need it to be — Rome tailors the whole stay around you. Mornings might start with a short yoga or Tai Chi session on one of the two yoga decks, then a breakfast of fresh, Ayurvedic dishes. The middle of the day is for Ayurvedic massages or detox treatments, like Abhyanga (warm herbal oils) or herbal heat therapy for stiff joints. Afternoons often have lectures on topics like Ayurveda or soul psychology, which guests say are a highlight even if you come in skeptical. Then there's breathing practice (pranayama), meditation, and a simple dinner before an early night. Saturdays are for sightseeing in and around Mysore, and Sundays are complete rest. The whole structure feels more like a personal wellness coaching program than a standard retreat — you're not following a rigid timetable designed for a crowd. It's also a deeply spiritual place if you want that, with discussions on tantra, mantra, and Vedic wisdom woven into the experience. But you can also just show up for the physical healing and gentle days. The center itself has two yoga decks, a meditation deck, a swimming pool, and rooms that look out onto gardens or the water. It's the sort of place where you can sit with a book, watch the bird life, and feel the week slow down around you. Rome's approach is hands-on — she asks the right questions early on to shape your schedule, and she's known for building real, caring relationships with her guests. The reviews consistently talk about leaving with better mobility, clearer thinking, and a renewed sense of purpose, often describing her as a friend as much as a teacher.

What's included

- 20 nights accommodation in a private Garden View or Poolside Room - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Juice or soup as needed - Tea and coffee twice a day - Daily yoga and meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Daily Ayurveda weight loss yoga sessions - Ayurveda workshop (one session) - Cooking class - Specialized workshops - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Daily Ayurvedic detox drinks - Herbal teas

What's not included

- International flights - Visa fees - Travel insurance - Additional local transportation - Internal medicines and supplements - Extra sightseeing trips beyond the scheduled Saturday excursions - Additional activities not listed in the itinerary - Optional upgrades (e.g. airport pickup if not booked)