7-Day Healing & Magical Hiking Yoga Retreat on the Valley Rim Trail, Nepal

Arrival evening meditation, dinner and overnight stay in

Yoga Resort in Kathmandu

Awaken your body with a refreshing morning yoga session amidst the tranquility of the resort. After a nutritious breakfast, we journey back in time to the ancient city of Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through its cobblestone streets, marvel at exquisite pagoda temples, and observe the living traditions of Newari culture.

In the afternoon, we drive up to the famous hill station of Nagarkot, renowned for its spectacular panoramic views of the Himalayan range. Check into your hotel, which offers a front-row seat to one of nature's greatest shows: the Himalayan sunset. As the sun dips behind the peaks, we will hold a meditation class, absorbing the serene and powerful energy of the mountains.

Day 3: Himalayan Sunrise and Village Trek to Dhulikhel

Rise early to witness an unforgettable sunrise over the Himalayas from your viewpoint in Nagarkot. The snow-capped peaks, including Mount Everest on a clear day, glow in the morning light. We then integrate this awe-inspiring energy into a grounding morning yoga practice.

After breakfast, we begin our trek towards Dhulikhel. Today's walk is a beautiful immersion into rural Nepalese life. The trail winds through traditional villages, lush forests, and terraced farmland. This 5-6 hour journey is a moving meditation in itself. We arrive in the charming town of Dhulikhel in time to relax. The day concludes with a calming evening meditation, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Greet the day with a yoga session in the crisp mountain air. After breakfast, we embark on a shorter, spiritually significant hike to Namobuddha. This sacred site is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage places in Nepal, commemorating the place where a prince, in a previous life of the Buddha, offered his body to a starving tigress and her cubs. The atmosphere is one of profound peace. We explore the stupa and monastery, spinning prayer wheels and soaking in the sanctity. An evening meditation here is a truly special experience before dinner and overnight stay.

We enjoy one last morning yoga practice in the peaceful outskirts before breakfast. We then drive back to the vibrant energy of Kathmandu, checking back into our home at the Himalayan Yoga Academy.

In the afternoon, we visit the iconic Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), perched atop a hill overlooking the city. Climbing the steps, we join pilgrims and monks in circling the stupa, enjoying breathtaking views and receiving a blessing for our journey's completion. We return to the academy for a final integrative evening session and a farewell dinner, celebrating the community we've built.

We enjoy one last morning yoga practice in the peaceful outskirts before breakfast. We then drive back to the vibrant energy of Kathmandu, checking back into our home at the Himalayan Yoga Academy.

In the afternoon, we visit the iconic Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), perched atop a hill overlooking the city. Climbing the steps, we join pilgrims and monks in circling the stupa, enjoying breathtaking views and receiving a blessing for our journey's completion. We return to the academy for a final integrative evening session and a farewell dinner, celebrating the community we've built.

On our final day together, we participate in a closing morning yoga session, designed to help you integrate the week's experiences and carry the peace forward into your daily life. After a final shared breakfast, a complimentary wellness massage at our center awaits to soothe your muscles and ensure you depart feeling completely rejuvenated. We will enjoy one last lunch together before checking out. You will be transferred to the airport for your departure, carrying with you the memories, peace, and strength of the Himalayas.