Monsoon evokes the smell of the earth, lush greenery and a tingling feeling of freshness. But while the rains might make everything look awash and new, often the dust and grime of the city doesn’t really let you enjoy the romantic weather. A great way to make the most of the season is to head to scenic Rajasthan where The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, is currently offering a three-day package comprising a revitalising Ayurvedic and yoga programme along with a fabulous stay to guarantee a truly idyllic vacation. In fact, a little gentle yoga that invigorates and tones your body is perfect when the wet weather makes slogging out in the gym seem like a chore. And since the three months from July to September are considered an ideal time to detoxify your mind and body, this seems to be the perfect wellness choice.

The treatment starts with an assessment of your body after which a three-day individualised Monsoon Yoga programme is made. Day one is dedicated only to relaxation and the session includes a morning yoga workout which involves gentle postures meant to open up the body. This is followed by deep relaxation techniques to help one unwind both physically as well as mentally. The afternoon session is spent getting an Ayurvedic dry herbal massage.

Day two is reserved for purifying your body. Spend the morning doing yogic cleansing followed by an afternoon session that starts with a massage and ends with a cooling neem bath. Day three focusses on rejuvenation, where you do exercises specifically designed for your body type followed by an afternoon meditation session to detoxify your mind and body.

Besides yoga sessions, there’s so much more to enjoy in this enchanting hotel with its beautiful swimming pools, lush gardens and intricate architecture. A must try is a magical canopied boat ride across lake Pichola just as dusk sets in or a picnic in the hills. Book into the exotic Kohinoor suite complete with a private pool, butler, garden and steam room. Sign up for intensive rejuvenating treatments at the spa, cookery classes with the master chef or even an individual Ayurvedic consultation. A truly restful getaway.