24-Day Yoga Teacher Training and Wellness Escape in the Himalayas, Nepal

The 200-hour curriculum here is the real draw. It's certified by Yoga Alliance USA, so you know the hours count toward professional certification, but the teaching goes beyond just ticking boxes. The schedule includes daily asana practice, pranayama (breathing exercises), kriyas (cleansing practices), mudras, bandhas, and a good chunk of time spent on yoga philosophy, anatomy, and alignment. You'll also get practical teaching experience—actually standing up and leading a class—which is something a lot of other trainings skimp on. The teachers, led by Yogi Pankaj, a Rishikesh-born yogi with over a decade of teaching experience, and Swami Atma Jnanananda Giri, a homeopathic doctor with deep roots in Vedanta and yoga philosophy, are clearly passionate about sharing a complete, traditional practice, not just the physical postures.

What's included

- 19 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - 200-hour teacher training course and certification - Registration with Yoga Alliance USA - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Free excursions to sites of interest - Course manual - Yoga mats, blocks, straps, and bolsters - School t-shirt and tote bag - Weekend/day off excursions - Pre and post retreat support from our team - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary