Retreat Overview
The Yoga Holiday Retreat at Nepal Yoga Academy offers a tranquil escape tailored to your unique needs, allowing you to rejuvenate amidst nature’s beauty.
Ideal for those looking to break free from the pressures of daily life, our Yoga Holiday Retreat combines flexibility and structure, letting you choose which classes to join. While we encourage participation for maximum spiritual and relaxation benefits, there’s no pressure to attend every session.
Enjoy our nourishing meals, unwind with gentle asana and pranayama practices, or simply find solace in our garden spaces. This retreat is a perfect balance of guided practice and personal freedom, providing the restorative experience you need to return refreshed and reenergized.
What Is a Yoga Holiday Retreat?
A Yoga Holiday Retreat is a flexible wellness vacation that combines yoga, meditation, relaxation, nature experiences, healthy meals, and optional wellness therapies. Unlike intensive yoga training programs, a yoga holiday allows guests to practice at their own pace while enjoying rest, sightseeing, and personal wellness.
Who Is This Yoga Holiday Retreat For?
Whether you’re looking to relax, improve your well-being, or deepen your yoga practice, our Yoga Holiday Retreat in Nepal welcomes people from all backgrounds and experience levels. The program is flexible, allowing each guest to enjoy yoga and meditation at their own pace while experiencing Nepal’s peaceful atmosphere and rich spiritual culture.
Is This Yoga Holiday Retreat Suitable for Beginners?
Absolutely. Our Yoga Holiday Retreat is designed to be beginner-friendly while still offering meaningful experiences for experienced practitioners. Every class is guided by qualified yoga teachers who provide modifications based on your ability, ensuring you feel comfortable, safe, and supported throughout your stay.
Can Solo Travelers Join the Retreat?
Yes. Solo travelers are among our most frequent guests. The retreat provides a safe, welcoming, and friendly environment where you can connect with fellow participants from around the world while also enjoying quiet time for personal reflection and relaxation.
Is This Retreat Good for Couples?
Yes. Couples often choose our retreat to reconnect, relax, and share meaningful experiences together. Daily yoga classes, meditation sessions, healthy meals, and optional sightseeing around the Kathmandu Valley create a memorable wellness getaway.
Can Seniors Participate?
Yes. Healthy seniors are welcome to join. Yoga sessions can be adapted to suit different levels of mobility and fitness, allowing older adults to experience the physical and mental benefits of yoga in a comfortable and supportive setting.
Yoga Holiday Retreat at a Glance
Planning your wellness escape? Here’s a quick overview of our Yoga Holiday Retreat in Nepal to help you decide if it’s the right fit for you.
| Retreat Details | Information |
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| Duration | Flexible stay from 1 day to 30+ days, based on your schedule and wellness goals. |
| Location | Peaceful retreat setting in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal |
| Yoga Styles | Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Yin Yoga, and guided Pranayama |
| Meditation | Daily guided meditation, mindfulness, and relaxation sessions |
| Experience Level | Suitable for beginners, intermediate, and advanced practitioners |
| Accommodation | Comfortable private and shared rooms with modern amenities |
| Meals | Fresh, healthy vegetarian meals with vegan options available upon request |
| Airport Pickup | Available from Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) |
| Languages | English-speaking certified yoga instructors |
| Group Size | Small groups for personalized attention and a supportive learning environment |
| Wellness Activities | Yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, sound healing (optional), nature walks, and cultural experiences |
| Nearby Attractions | Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Nagarkot, and local hiking trails |
| Wi-Fi | Complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the retreat |
| Best Time to Visit | Open year-round, with spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offering the most pleasant weather |
| Beginner Friendly | Yes – no previous yoga experience is required |
| Customization | Flexible schedules and personalized programs are available for solo travelers, couples, families, and private groups |
Why Choose this Retreat?
Freedom and Exploration
The yoga holiday retreat can be designed to suit your time-schedule, and preferences. With its relaxed yoga, meditation and relaxation sessions fitting around your schedule at a flexible pace that does not require anyone to fully commit the entire time.
Supportive Guidance
For those wanting a relaxed yoga holiday retreat with supportive guidance, this retreat offers the ideal balance. Join group activities for a structured experience or simply rest and recharge in a peaceful environment that fully respects your personal choices.
Restorative Experience
This yoga holiday retreat offers a variety of rejuvenating activities—from yoga and pranayama to meditation, mantra chanting, and massages—creating a comprehensive wellness experience designed to relax the body and mind.
Nourishing Meals
From fresh fruits and vegetables to nourishing grains and aromatic herbs, each meal is an invitation to experience the joy of mindful eating.
Key Retreat Highlights
Delicious Vegetarian/Vegan Meals
Support physical health and spiritual wellness
Nature Hiking and Sightseeing
Discover the natural beauty and cultural sights
Meditation and Chanting
Cultivate mental focus and inner peace
Daily Asana Practice
Improve flexibility, strength, and physical balance
Jala Neti (nasal cleansing)
Clear sinus area and improve respiratory health
Pranayama (breath control)
Calm the mind, boost energy, and improve mental clarity
Rest in comfortable accommodation
Relax in a restful environment for rejuvenation
Cost includes and excludes
Includes
- Daily Morning and Evening yogic practices such as Nasal Cleansing (Jala Neti), Asana, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra, and Meditation/Relaxation sessions
- Sound Healing session
- Everyday 3 Healthy Vegetarian/Vegan meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Spa Service (Steam/Sauna/Massage)
- Unlimited Herbal Tea
- Filtered Drinking Water
- Free Internet
Excludes
- Transportation to and from the airport
- Laundry (available for extra charge)
- Spending the money on traveling, hiking and day trips, food outside the academy
- Travel and medical insurance is also recommended
- Extra nights at the retreat are not part of the package
Note: Sirodhara (Oil pouring onto the head), and Deep Tissue Massage (90minutes) can be arranged on request with an additional charge.
Retreat Schedule
Morning Activities
6:30 to 7:00 : Meditation & Chanting
7:00 to 7:15 : Tea break
7:15 to 8:00 : Pranayama (breathing practice)
8:00 to 8:15 : Tea break
8:15 to 9:30 : Asana practice
9:30 to 10:30 : Breakfast
Midday Activities
Your midday (10:30 am to 5:00 pm) will be enriched with a range of spa and Ayurvedic activities tailored for your comfort and enjoyment, with lunch served at 1:00 pm. Each day we will offer something new, keeping your experience fresh and truly enjoyable.
Evening Activities
5:15 to 5:30 : Tea break
5:30 to 6:30 : Evening asana, relaxation/meditation
6:30 onward : Dinner & rest
Please note: The schedule may be adjusted by the management if needed.
Accommodation/Venue & Amenities
We have four different accommodation options: Panoramic Sweet, Panoramic Deluxe, Standard, and Bamboo Cottage Rooms. All rooms come with essentials like comfortable beds, ergonomic workspace, hot drinking water, towels, and hot/cold showers in attached bathrooms. You can choose the one suits you.
Choose Your Plan
- All prices are inclusive of taxes.
- The rate mentioned here is in USD for you to understand easily. We will charge the equivalent amount in Nepali rupee, applying the currency rate of the day on your arrival
Know before you arrive
Code of Conduct
Our academy and retreat center is a special place where people come to deepen their practice, connect with others, and find peace and harmony within. To maintain this welcoming and serene environment, we’ve created a few guidelines. Think of them as gentle reminders to help everyone enjoy the best experience. We encourage you to give the love and respect you’d like to receive. We wish you a pleasant stay.
Frequently asked questions
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What if I need to stay for an additional night?
You can extend your stay, however, the additional night fees will be charged.
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How long do we need to book in advance?
You can book any time if there is availability.
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Can I have visitors?
Yes, visitors are welcomed but visitors’ fees are charged for the visit.
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I have certain food allergies. Can my meals be adjusted accordingly?
Yes. Please inform us about your allergies, and we will ensure your meals are prepared accordingly.
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Can I use a computer/ or another mobile device during my stay?
Yes ! We have adequate wifi and power supplies. You can connect your device and they can be useful tools for study. However, we will not appreciate phones or gadgets in class.
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Is there purified water at the center?
Yes, you will have access to purified water at all times.
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We are 3 of us in the family including my kid. Can we have an extra bed in the room?
Yes, we can arrange that for you.
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What if I don’t want to attend some of the programs/classes? Will that be okay as per the rule of the retreat?
Yes, you can do that on request.
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1 Night/2 Day Stay
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Includes
- 1 Nights Accommodation
- 1 Ayurveda oil massage
- 1 steam bath
- 1 Sound healing
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Your Daily Schedule
Arrival Day
- 1:00 PM – Arrival and Welcome Tea,
- 1:15 – Briefing and Check-In (Inform us while booking if you want to have lunch, 1:00 pm is lunch time here!)
- 2:30 to 3:30 – Ayurvedic oil Massage
- 3:30 to 4:00 – Rest and Relax
- 4:00 to 4:30 – Steam Bath
- 4:30 to 5:00 – Sit Silently in the Garden and Relax (4:45 is tea time!)
- 5:00 to 6:30 – Evening Yoga and Relaxation Session
- 7:00 onward – Dinner and Rest
Check-Out Day
- 6:30 to 7:00 AM – Guided Meditation
- 7:00 to 7:15 – Jala Neti (Nasal Cleansing) and Herbal Tea
- 7:15 to 8:00 – Pranayama Session
- 8:00 to 8:15 – Tea Break
- 8:15 to 9:30 – Morning Yoga Asana Session
- 9:30 to 10:30 – Yogic Breakfast
- 10:30 to 11:00 – Rest
- 11:00 to 11:30 – Sound Healing
- 12:00 PM – Check-Out and Farewell
Note!
The management may adjust the spa activity schedule as needed.
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Pricing
Room Type Single Occupancy Double Occupancy Bamboo Cottage USD 70 USD 110 Standard Room USD 75 USD 120 Deluxe Room USD 85 USD 140
- All prices are inclusive of taxes.
- The rate mentioned here is in USD for you to understand easily. We will charge the equivalent amount in Nepali rupee, applying the currency rate of the day on your arrival
3 Night/4 Day Stay
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Includes
- 3 Nights Accommodation
- 2 Ayurveda oil massage
- 1 steam bath
- 2 Sound healing
- Local Hiking and Temple Visit
- Waterfall Hiking
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Your Daily Schedule
Arrival
- Arrival and Welcome Tea
- Briefing and Check-In
- Evening Yoga and Relaxation Session
Typical Day
- Morning (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM): Typical retreat routine
- Midday (10:30 AM – 5:00 PM): Spa, Ayurvedic activities, nature hiking/sightseeing on your interest, temple visit, self-study, relaxation for your comfort and enjoyment
- Evening (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM): Typical retreat routine followed by dinner
Check-Out Day
- Morning (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM): Typical retreat routine
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Final spa services
- Check-Out and Farewell
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Pricing
Room Type Single Occupancy Double Occupancy Bamboo Cottage USD 210 USD 330 Standard Room USD 225 USD 360 Deluxe Room USD 255 USD 420
- All prices are inclusive of taxes.
- The rate mentioned here is in USD for you to understand easily. We will charge the equivalent amount in Nepali rupee, applying the currency rate of the day on your arrival
5 Night/6 Day Stay
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Includes
- 5 Nights Accommodation
- 2 Ayurveda Oil massage
- 1 Deep Tissue Massage
- 2 Steam Bath
- 2 Sound Healing
- Local Hiking and Temple Visit
- Waterfall Hiking
- Buddha Peace Park Visit
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Your Daily Schedule
Arrival
- Arrival and Welcome Tea
- Briefing and Check-In
- Evening Yoga and Relaxation Session
Typical Day
- Morning (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM): Typical retreat routine
- Midday (10:30 AM – 5:00 PM): Spa, Ayurvedic activities, nature hiking/sightseeing on your interest, temple visit, self-study, relaxation for your comfort and enjoyment
- Evening (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM): Typical retreat routine followed by dinner
Check-Out Day
- Morning (6:30 AM – 10:30 AM): Typical retreat routine
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Final spa services
- Check-Out and Farewell
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Pricing
Room Type Single Occupancy Double Occupancy Bamboo Cottage USD 325 USD 500 Standard Room USD 350 USD 550 Deluxe Room USD 400 USD 650
- All prices are inclusive of taxes.
- The rate mentioned here is in USD for you to understand easily. We will charge the equivalent amount in Nepali rupee, applying the currency rate of the day on your arrival
