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Wellness Retreat Tour -11 Days
Trip Facts
Duration
13 Days
Group size
2-15+(Customizable)
Best Time for Visit
Spring and Autumn (moderate temperature & clear weather)
Activity
Retreat Tour
Fitness Level
Easy
Start End
Kathmandu, Nepal
Highlights
Arrival in Kathmandu with airport transfer, hotel check-in, and welcome briefing over refreshments.
Spiritual discourse on Buddhism, meditation classes, and guided visits to Swayambhunath and Boudhanath Stupas.
Participation and observation of monastery rituals, Bodhichitta teachings, and spiritual practice sessions.
Introduction to yoga, Tai Chi, and Ayurvedic cleansing therapies including herbal massage and meditation.
Sacred pilgrimage to Pharping meditation caves, Namobuddha, and surrounding monasteries with prayer rituals.
Nature retreats in Kathmandu outskirts with hiking, farm visits, meditation, and forest/buffer zone stays.
Sound healing, wellness therapies, blessing ceremonies, heritage sightseeing, and reflective departure from Kathmandu.
Note:
- Great Stupas of Boudha (Jayrung Khasyor) and Swayambu (Phapa Singu) are sacred pilgrimage centers in Kathmandu, UNESCO world heritage sites.
- Day order of rituals in temples/ monasteries may be changed coinciding with auspicious days like, full/ new moon and Bodhisattva dedicated days etc.
Overview
The Wellness Retreat Tour is a deeply transformative wellness journey through Nepal’s sacred landscapes of the Himalaya. It is designed to cultivate awareness, inner peace, and holistic well-being. This experience combines yoga, Taichi, meditation, singing bowl sound therapy, spa treatments, and Ayurvedic healing therapies to rejuvenate the mind and revitalize the body for a happy life.
The Wellness Retreat Tour begins in the Kathmandu Valley, home to some of Nepal’s most important spiritual and cultural sites. Here, you visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Phapasingu), Boudhanath Stupa (Jhyarung Khasyor), the meditation caves in Pharping, and the sacred pilgrimage site of Namobuddha (Takma Lhuijen).
In addition, you explore the historic cities of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan for authentic cultural insight. These areas offer rich cultural heritage, ancient temples, and traditional Newari architecture.
Throughout the journey, experienced Lamas perform Buddhist rituals dedicated to Bodhisattvas and other deities. These ceremonies take place in monasteries, and Buddhist masters (Khenpos) also share their teachings.
These spiritual practices support mental purification, emotional balance, and mindfulness development. As a result, they help participants reduce stress and reconnect with inner awareness.
The retreat also includes time in natural environments such as national parks and forest areas. Additionally, these nature-based experiences complement meditation and healing practices, creating a balanced wellness journey.
Itinenary
- Arrival: Receive, Transfer to a hotel, Meet & Greet!
- Briefing about the trip over hot/cold beverages.
- Duration/Distance: ~~ 1 hour
- Remarks:Kathmandu, in a hotel
- Spiritual Discourse: Buddhas & Essence of Buddhism
- Mediation class
- Tour of sacred sites: Swayambu (Phapasingu) Great Stupa and Boudha Great Stupa (Jyarung Khahyor),
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 8 hours ~ 20 Km
- Remarks: Alternately in Boudha and Swayambu. Back & forth hotel.
Yoga Studio Kathmandu
- Introduction to Yoga or Taichi
- Ayurvedic Body Cleansing and Herbal massage
- Meditation Class
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 8 hours ~ 20 Km
- Remarks: Alternately in Boudha and Swayambu. Back & forth hotel.
i. Visit Bodhisatva, Guru Rinpoche (Guru Padma Shambhav) sacred sites, Yangleso, Asura caves Pharping.
ii. Prayer ritual and meditation.
iii. Visit a Buddhist monastery on the way.
iv. Interaction with monks and nuns.
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 8 hours ~ 50 Km
- Remarks: Back & forth hotel.
Kathmandu Outskirt
Nature Retreat- Countryside or National Park Buffer Zone:
- Morning Meditation,
- Hill Hiking,
- Farm Visit.
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 30 Km
- Remarks:A comfortable resort in hill town or nature
Kathmandu Outskirt
Nature Retreat- Countryside or National Park Buffer Zone:
- Morning Meditation,
- Nature walk.
- Duration/ Distance: ~5 Km
- Remarks:A comfortable resort in hill town or nature.
Kathmandu
Drive back to Kathmandu. Body Cleansing & Relaxation:
- Himalayan herbal massage
- Spa Treats; Steam Bath, Sauna etc.
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 6 hours ~ 30 Km
- Remarks: Ground Transfer. By Professional Therapists
Kathmandu
Body Cleansing & Relaxation:
- Singing Bowl sound therapy healing,
- Yoga or Taichi class,
- Guided Meditation
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 6 hours ~ 20 Km
- Remarks: By Professional Therapists. Back & forth hotel.
Ritual Site: Buddhist Monastery, Kathmandu
Morning:
- Mohlam and Tara (Dolma) prayer ritual in a Buddhist temple by priest Lamas, monks/ nuns. ○ Fixed departure dates coincide with Vishakha and full moon days.
- Blessing’s ceremony, Wong by a Buddhist master, Receive Jinlap souvenir; a takeaway purse.
Afternoon:
- Activities of personal interests.
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 5hours ~ 20 Km
- Remarks: Alternately in Boudha and Swayambu. Back & forth hotel.
- Cultural & Heritage site sight-seeing:
- Bhaktapur and Kathmandu heritage sites and temples.
- Duration/ Distance: ~ 7hours ~ 45Km
- Remarks: Back & forth hotel.
Remarks: Cleansed, Purified & Blessed !
Begin your next trip or Departure for homebound.
Map
Includes
Transportation - All airport/hotel transfers, tours, outskirt transfers by private taxi/ coach as per the program.
Hotel - Bed & breakfast basis 10 nights in Kathmandu and nature retreat resort 2- 3-star standard hotel deluxe room on twin sharing basis and veg. lunch. Single Supplement costs extra.
Retreat Package – Body detoxification therapies like; Ayurveda massage, hot stone therapy, steam bath, sauna + retreat activities like; singing bowl, yoga, taichi, meditation, spiritual discourse and Bodhisatva blessing rituals as per the program.
Sight-seeing - English and local language speaking guide and temple entry fees.
Excludes
International flights and Visa fee.
Meals – all beside breakfast.
Expenses of personal nature; beverages, your medical & travel insurance, personal gears etc.
Tips for guide and others.
Supplement charge for singe room use and all other expenses that are not stated as inclusive.
❓ FAQs
The retreat is suitable for all ages and experience levels, including beginners in yoga or meditation. No prior experience is required. It is ideal for anyone seeking spiritual growth, mindfulness, relaxation, and inner peace.
The best seasons are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) when the weather is clear, the Himalayas are visible, and temperatures are comfortable for meditation and outdoor activities.
Accommodation includes comfortable hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, lakeside lodges, and retreat/monastery stays. Rooms are mostly twin or double sharing with clean amenities and peaceful surroundings.
Yes, daily breakfast, selected lunches, and dinners are included. Most meals are vegetarian-friendly, with vegan or other dietary options available on request.
- Comfortable clothing for yoga and meditation
- Warm layers for mountain mornings and evenings
- Walking shoes for light hikes and monastery visits
- Personal essentials (toiletries, medications, water bottle)
- Journal or notebook for reflection
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