These Are the World's Most Affordable Wellness Destinations, According to a New Study

"BookRetreat.com, a travel experience booking platform, recently released its 2025 Wellness Cost Index map. The study examined over 40 destinations around the world to see where travelers can find the greatest value for their money on a wellness holiday. The study analyzed destinations across five data points, including the cost of a wellness treatment, the price of healthy food in the area, the fees for a multiday retreat, the cost of a drop-in yoga class, and the rate of local taxi fare."

"Rishikesh's first-place finish may not come as a surprise to seasoned wellness veterans. Nestled on the banks of the Ganges River and situated in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains, Rishikesh has long been known as the "yoga capital" of the world, and spiritual practices and beliefs touch many facets of daily life here. Luckily for travelers, the city, which is home to many Ayurvedic, meditation, and yoga centers, has numerous multiday retreat options that cost well below $200."

BookRetreat.com's 2025 Wellness Cost Index compared costs across more than 40 destinations using five data points: wellness treatment cost, price of healthy food, multiday retreat fees, drop-in yoga class cost, and local taxi fares. Asia emerged as the most affordable continent, and India stood out as the leading country, with Rishikesh and Goa taking the top two spots for affordability. Rishikesh offers numerous Ayurvedic, meditation, and yoga centers and multiday retreats often priced well below $200. Goa provides beaches, detox cafes, healthy restaurants, and beachside yoga classes while maintaining strong affordability for wellness travelers.

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