Visiting Goa need not always be a hectic, binging affair. The beautiful state and city deserves more peaceful holidayers than it gets. The Lotus Yoga Retreat is located on Patnem Beach in South Goa. It is a calm and lovely place that just speaks of rest, wellness and relaxation. They offer yoga classes through the months of November till June, meditation, as well as holistic treatment services like Ayurveda, detox, acupressure, shiatsu, among more. The yoga classes take places in shalas facing the sea, and you stay in beach huts. The meals offered too are healthy, organic and nutritious.
Time on the road: If you are traveling by car or bus then close to 11 hours
The expense: It is about INR 5,600 a night in normal season for a private hut, and approx and 3,600 for a sharing hut with someone of the same gender. Package includes buffet meals, two 1.5 hour yoga classes a day, and fresh juices and teas.
Note: Bookings open at the end of October for the yoga retreats and are closed for the Monsoon season.