Retreat Overview

The Yoga and Heritage Retreat offers a unique blend of yoga practice and visits to Nepal’s stunning world heritage sites. Set in peaceful, spiritually uplifting surroundings, this retreat gives you the chance to not only deepen your yoga practice but also to immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture that Nepal has to offer.

Key features of Heritage Retreat

Practices of asana in your daily sessions, meditation, and guided introspection and reflection create growth that you will witness within yourself. The retreat provides tools to help you lead a more balanced, joyous, and fulfilling life by balancing material and spiritual pursuits and managing expectations. This heritage retreat is about more than just personal practice; it’s about building connections with wonderful people who share your journey.

Nepali Women in Meditation

Level Beginner, Advanced
Yoga Style Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa
Availability Throughout the Year
Food Vegetarian and Vegan
Price Starting From USD 450
Spa Service Massage, Steam, Healing

Why Choose this Retreat?

Personal Transformation and Wellbeing

The heritage retreat is designed to help you experience a meaningful shift in your physical, mental, and emotional health. With daily yoga sessions as the foundation, you’ll follow a structured routine that supports your overall well-being. Personal transformation comes from a deeper understanding of yourself.

Community and Connection

Through shared experiences, group activities, and genuine conversations, you'll form lasting friendships and a true sense of community. The chance to connect with people from all over the world who share similar interests is one of the key highlights of this yoga heritage retreat program.

Spiritual Growth and Inner peace

In these sacred and spiritually uplifting places, you’ll nourish your soul through yoga, meditation, and quiet reflection. The heritage retreat offers you the opportunity to reconnect with yourself and find balance on your spiritual journey.

Cultural Exploration

You'll gain a richer understanding of different traditions, histories, and perspectives, which will nurture both your mind and spirit. This cultural exchange widens your worldview while encouraging empathy, respect, and a sense of unity.

Balance Expectations, Material, and Spiritual Life

In today’s hectic world, it’s easy to feel burdened by the demands of high expectations, material pursuits, and spiritual fulfillment. Yoga and heritage retreat provides tools to help you bring harmony to these areas of your life. By managing your expectations with clarity, you’ll create a better balance. You’ll also nurture your emotional well-being and mental clarity, aligning your physical, emotional, and spiritual self for a deeper sense of fulfillment and joy. This holistic approach leads to a more grounded, meaningful, and spiritually enriched life.

Key Retreat Highlights

Visit World Heritage Sites

Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and more.

Explore Festivals and Culture

Visit during the season of Nepali festivals, including Dashain, Tihar, Holi, and more.

Restorative Activities

Enjoy breathtaking sunrise views, peaceful local hikes, and visits to nearby temples.

Jala Neti (Nasal Cleansing)

Boost respiratory health by clearing your sinuses with yogic cleansing practice.

Daily Asana Practice

Through daily guided asana sessions, improve flexibility and strength.

Pranayama (Breath Control)

Calm the mind and enhance your energy levels through breathwork practices.

Mindfulness and Meditation

With regular meditation and mindfulness sessions cultivate mental clarity & inner peace.

Spa Treatments and Healing Therapies

Variety of spa treatments designed for your well-being.

Sound Healing

Experience the magic of sound healing to harmonize your body, mind, and energy.

Wholesome Yogic Food

Nourish body with healthy yogic meals that support physical & spiritual wellness.

Comfortable Accommodation

Rest in a peaceful, comfortable setting designed to rejuvenate both body and mind.

Read About World Heritage Sites

Here’s a brief overview of each of the remarkable places you’ll visit during the Yoga and Heritage Retreat in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal.

Cost includes and excludes

Includes

  • Daily Guided Meditation, Cleansing, Pranayama, and Yoga Asana/Relaxation Sessions
  • Sound Healing Sessions
  • Three Daily Vegetarian/Vegan Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Ayurvedic Oil Massages
  • 90-Minute Deep Tissue Massage
  • Steam Bath/Sauna
  • Visit to the World Heritage Sites (transportation & guide provided)
  • Optional Short Local Hikes
  • Unlimited Herbal Tea
  • Filtered Drinking Water
  • Free Internet Access

Excludes

  • Transportation to and from the airport
  • Laundry (available for extra charge)
  • Spending the money on traveling, hiking and day trips, food outside the academy
  • Travel and medical insurance is also recommended
  • Extra nights at the retreat are not part of the package

Retreat Schedule

Morning Activities

6:30 to 7:00 : Meditation & Chanting

7:00 to 7:15 : Tea break

7:15 to 8:00 : Pranayama (breathing practice)

8:00 to 8:15 : Tea break

8:15 to 9:30 : Asana practice

9:30 to 10:30 : Breakfast

Midday Activities

Your midday (10:30 am to 5:00 pm) will be enriched with a range of spa and Ayurvedic activities, visiting world heritage sites tailored for your comfort and enjoyment, with lunch served at 1:00 pm.

Each day we will offer something new, keeping your experience fresh and truly enjoyable.

Evening Activities

5:15 to 5:30 : Tea break

5:30 to 6:30 : Evening asana, relaxation/meditation

6:30 onward : Dinner & rest

Please note: The schedule may be adjusted by the management if needed.

Accommodation/Venue & Amenities

Panoramic Suite Rooms

  • Air Conditioning System
  • Breathtaking Panoramic Views from Double Balcony
  • Induction Cooking Facility and Tea Making Set
  • Luxuriously Appointed Bathrooms
  • Hot/Cold Shower
  • Elegant King-Size Bed
  • Ergonomic Study Space
  • Spacious Living Area with Sophisticated Sofa Set
  • Free Internet

Panoramic Deluxe Rooms

  • Air Conditioning System
  • Breathtaking Panoramic Views
  • King-Size Bed with Double Balcony / Dual Large Beds with Balcony
  • Tea Making Facility
  • Ergonomic Workspace
  • Luxuriously Appointed Bathrooms
  • Hot/Cold Shower
  • Free Internet

Standard Rooms

  • Expansive Room Layout
  • Dual Large Beds
  • Spacious Bathrooms
  • Hot/Cold Shower
  • Dedicated Workspace
  • Scenic Panoramic Views
  • Free Internet

Bamboo Rooms

  • Spacious Rooms
  • Two Separate Single Beds
  • Attached Spacious Bathrooms
  • Hot/Cold Shower
  • Scenic Panoramic Views
  • Free Internet

We have three different accommodation options: Panoramic Sweet, Panoramic Deluxe, Standard, and Bamboo Cottage Rooms. All rooms come with essentials like comfortable beds, ergonomic workspace, hot drinking water, towels, and hot/cold showers in attached bathrooms. You can choose the one suits you.

Program Pricing

Starts at USD 450

5 Day Package

Includes:

  • 4 Nights Accommodation
  • 2 Ayurveda oil massage
  • 1 steam bath
  • 1 Sound healing
  • Hiking and sightseeing. (Transportation & guide provided)
    • Patan Durbar Square
    • Pashupatinath Temple
    • Bouddhanath Stupa
    • Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    • Nagarkot Sunrise
    • Hike to Nepal’s Oldest Temple Changunarayan (2 Hours – one way)
Starts at USD 640

7 Day Package

Includes:

  • 6 Nights Accommodation
  • 2 Ayurveda oil massage
  • 1 Deep Tissue Massage
  • 2 steam bath
  • 2 Sound healing
  • Personal Spiritual Consultation
  • Hiking and sightseeing. (Transportation & guide provided)
    • Patan Durbar Square
    • Pashupatinath Temple
    • Bouddhanath Stupa
    • Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    • Monkey Temple
    • Kathmandu Durbar Square
    • Nagarkot Sunrise
    • Nagarkot Waterfall
    • Hike to Nepal’s Oldest Temple Changunarayan (2 Hours – one way)

Know before you arrive

How to get there?

  • Located between Kathmandu and Nagarkot.
  • 22 km from Tribhuvan International Airport, 10 km from Bhaktapur, 25 km from Thamel, and 1 km from Telkot.
  • Hire a cab from the airport or request us to arrange one for a fee.
  • You can use local public transportation

What to bring?

  • Warm clothing for mornings and evenings (winter)
  • Warm socks, hat, waterproof walking shoes, outdoor wear (winter/rainy season)
  • Headlamp and batteries or flashlight *optional
  • Conservative dress for temple visits; cotton conservative dress for yoga
  • Refillable water bottle/thermos (drinking water and tea are provided on-site).
  • Open mind, personal medical kit, mosquito and bug repellents (summer/rainy season), personal toiletries

Weather

  • Winter (Dec-Feb): Cold mornings and evenings.
  • Summer (Mar-Jun): Warm and breezy.
  • Rainy Season (Jul-Sep): Warm with occasional rain showers.

Additional Exploration (interest-based)

  • Local Shopping and Souvenirs
  • Nearby Spiritual and Historical Sites
  • Spiritual Consultations with Expert Yoga Gurus
  • Sunrise Viewing in Nagarkot
  • Waterfall Hiking
  • Visit Vajrayogini Temple

Health and safety

  • Safety precautions applied during training.
  • Participants are solely responsible for their health conditions.

Insurance information

  • Travel and medical insurance is recommended but not mandatory.

Visa requirements

  • Visa-on-arrival available at Kathmandu airport.
  • Only a few countries require it to apply for a visa before. Contact the local Nepal embassy for more information.

Retreat policies

  • Adherence to terms and conditions required.
  • In case of disruptive behavior or violation of guidelines, you may be asked to leave the retreat.
  • Read more here (terms and condition)

Transportation

  • Airport pick-up available for a fee.

Social norms

  • Follow all rules and discipline as per the retreat; these are the pillars of yoga.

Yoga Style

Hatha, Ashtanga and other contemporary styles

Requirement and Eligibility

Respect and acceptance for different cultures, religions, and personal habits.

Skill Level

Beginner, Advanced

Spoken Language

English (Primary), Nepali, and Hindi

Food

Delicious Vegetarian/Vegan (on request) meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Location

Changu Narayan Municipality, Ward No. 5, Chhaling- Chhayabasti, Bhaktapur, Nepal

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Code of Conduct

Our academy and retreat center is a special place where people come to deepen their practice, connect with others, and find peace and harmony within. To maintain this welcoming and serene environment, we’ve created a few guidelines. Think of them as gentle reminders to help everyone enjoy the best experience. We encourage you to give the love and respect you’d like to receive. We wish you a pleasant stay.

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