7 Day Spiritual Yoga & Sightseeing Healing Retreat in Nepal

The retreat runs for seven days and six nights at the Himalayan Yoga Academy, a center established in 2007 to promote spiritual and yoga tourism in Nepal. The academy sits on the lap of Nagarjun Jungle, also known as Raniban or Queen Jungle, within the Shivapuri National Park area. The setting is tranquil, surrounded by gardens, a swimming pool, and views of hills and forest, yet it's only about 5 km from the tourist hub of Thamel. Around the center are Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries where guests can join morning or evening puja, chanting, and kirtan.

Days follow a structured routine: wake up at 6 am for Ushapan (drinking warm water), then Jala Neti nasal cleansing with herbal tea, followed by a two-hour hatha yoga flow. Mornings are for practice, afternoons include Ayurvedic therapy and rest, and evenings bring Dhyana meditation, dinner, and a quiet walk. There is one sightseeing day in the middle of the week, where you visit a monastery and key cultural sites in Kathmandu, and then return for an evening practice. The teaching covers the full classical range: asanas, pranayama, bandhas, mudras, and meditation, plus theoretical and philosophical lessons. The focus is on detoxification of body and mind, using yogic practices to address stress, anxiety, and psychosomatic disorders.

The lead teachers are Yogacharya Swami Yog Subodh, founder of the academy with over 22 years of experience, and Yogacharya Madhav (Sakha Bhumeputra), a Kundalini healer and Tantric practitioner who leads fire rituals and mantra chanting. There is also a Swami who teaches yoga and meditation in a scientific way, registered with Yoga Alliance. The combination of experienced local teachers, a peaceful jungle location, and a genuinely traditional program makes this retreat feel authentic. Guests have rated it 4.81 out of 5 from 176 reviews, with particular praise for the teachers, the food, and the healing atmosphere. This is a retreat for people who want to go deep into yoga practice while also seeing a bit of Nepal's spiritual heritage.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 6 nights accommodation (shared or private room with attached bathroom, hot & cold shower) - 3 vegetarian or vegan meals daily (cultural food on festivals & rituals) - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - 2 yoga sessions per day including yoga mat - Daily pranayama classes - Daily therapy session on main retreat days - 30-minute massage - Library of yoga literature - Towel and slippers - Parking - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flights costs - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional treatments - All excursions out of the centre including meals taken off-site - All personal expenses - Extra meals (available at an extra charge) - Laundry (available at an extra charge) - Extra therapies (available at an extra charge) - 60 min massage (5) - Extra day/night ($20)