Himalayan Yoga and Hiking Escape in Nagarkot, Nepal

The retreat is run by Yatri Yoga, a Nepali outfit that combines trekking with daily yoga and meditation. You'll start in Kathmandu, where you'll meet your guide and talk through the plan. On the first full day, after breakfast, you drive to Sundarijal and begin hiking up to Chisapani, a Sherpa village perched at 2,115 meters. The walk takes four to five hours, mostly on stone stairs and forest trails, with a lunch stop at a guesthouse along the way. In the evening you do a ninety-minute yoga session in front of the sunset, then eat dinner and sleep in a tourist lodge.

Day three is the big one - a six to seven hour hike from Chisapani to Nagarkot via Chauki Bhanjyang and Kattike Bhanjyang. You start early to catch the sunrise over Everest before breakfast, then walk through dense forest and terraced fields. The trail climbs steadily, and the views open up as you get higher. After arriving in Nagarkot, there's another yoga class and an overnight stay in a hotel. Day four begins with a sunrise yoga session facing the Himalayas, then a short downhill walk to the center point before driving back to Kathmandu for the final night. The trek ends on day five after breakfast.

What makes this different from a standard yoga retreat is the combination of movement and place. You're not just practicing in one studio - you earn your quiet moments by walking through the hills, and the yoga feels like a recovery from the day's effort. Jay, one of the facilitators, is a physical trainer and licensed trekking guide who knows the local trails and culture well. Priya, the yoga instructor, grew up in a yogic family and brings a strong background in yoga and naturopathy to the sessions.

What's included

- Airport Pickup & Drop-off - 4 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Group excursions/activities - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Transportation during the retreat - Luggage storage - Wifi connection - All government permit & fees

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Tips to the team