USP An exclusive spa offering more than 79 body and beauty treatments, integrating the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with a more contemporary Western spa approach.

AMBIENCE Magnificent setting in the foothills of the Himalayas.

EXPERIENCE A cooking demonstration by the chef helped to put the Ayurvedic theory into practice. We made three dishes, including a tasty herbed tofu and rice dish, which could be adapted according to your “dosha”, or type. A 90-minute four-hand massage using Ayurvedic oils was a slippery but mind-zonkingly relaxing experience.

FOOD Ayurvedic cuisine with a high proportion of vegetarian dishes, tailor-made diets for those with wheat and lactose intolerance, plus European specials.

IN CROWD Indians who live in England on a healthy break; lots of women, and a large Russian contingent.

WALLET WATCH From £2,130 per person for seven nights, full board with five individual therapies. Price includes return flights London-Delhi and transfers.

NEED TO KNOW For more information contact: www.bodyandsoulholidays.com or 020-7594 0290

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