4-Day Yoga & Heritage Escape in Kathmandu, Nepal

Himalayan Yoga Academy runs this four-day programme in Kathmandu, combining daily Hatha yoga and meditation with guided visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the Kathmandu Valley. The academy also runs longer versions — a 7-day spiritual yoga and sightseeing healing retreat and an 8-day spiritual yoga, meditation and monastery retreat — so this four-day option is the short one in their set.

A typical day starts with yoga in the morning, followed by breakfast, then a guided outing to one of the valley's heritage sites. Afternoons include meditation and Ayurvedic therapy sessions. The sightseeing is spread across the stay rather than crammed into one long day, and it's deliberately not strenuous — no trekking, no altitude.

The yoga is Hatha, taught at a level that accommodates people who have never done a class before alongside those who have practiced for years. Ayurvedic therapy is included as part of the programme rather than sold as an add-on, and meditation is woven through the days rather than being a single scheduled session.

What separates this from a standard Kathmandu sightseeing tour is that the temple visits are framed around practice — you're seeing living religious sites as part of a yoga programme, not ticking off monuments. What separates it from a longer yoga retreat is the length: four days fits into a wider Nepal trip or a long weekend.

The academy is based in Kathmandu and has been running these retreats in Nepal. Your facilitator team for the specific dates is confirmed before your stay, so ask who'll be guiding when you enquire.

Accommodation is arranged at the academy and confirmed per booking. Packages listed are 'Shared Twin Room at Yogi Prapti' from USD 220 and 'Private Room at Yogi Prapti' from USD 300, both per person, four days. Meals are tailored to the group, including dietary requirements — you tell them yours when you book and they confirm.

What's included

- 4 days at the Himalayan Yoga Academy, Kathmandu - Daily Hatha Yoga sessions - Daily meditation practice - Guided visits to Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Ayurvedic therapy sessions - Accommodation (shared twin or private room) - Meals tailored to the group, including dietary needs

What's not included

- International flights - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Optional upgrades and extras - Anything not confirmed in your booking