Wellness Travel in Nepal

ITINERARY

• DAY 1

  Welcome to the Himalayan Country of Nepal!

  Welcome to the Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you and assists to transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening you'll meet and transfer for a welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurants in the heart of Kathmandu and briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel.

  What's included?

  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
  • Transfer
• DAY 2

  Visit the famous Stupa of Boudhanath and Join the Pilgrims in evening koras

  Today we will visit the famous stupa of Boudhanath and the surrounding market. In terms of grace and purity of line, no other stupa in Nepal comes close to Boudhanath. From its whitewashed dome to its gilded tower painted with the all-seeing eyes of the Buddha, the monument is perfectly proportioned. Join the pilgrims in evening koras (circumambulations) for the best atmosphere. Later we will go for traditional Nepali cuisine with cultural performance.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 3

  Explore the Local Market and ancient site of Kathmandu

  Exploring the spiritual hubs of Patan, Swaymbhunath, and Pashupatinath: Get acquainted with Kathmandu Local market, cities. Evening offbeat traditional singing (arati by devotee) and music at Pashupatinath.
  
  The day starts with a tour of the Pashupatinath temple, regarded as one of the holiest temples for Hindus worldwide. It is dedicated to a manifestation of Shiva called Pashupati (Lord of Animals). Pashupatinath temple’s existence dates back to 400 AD. The ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga or phallic system of Lord Shiva. Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world come to pay homage to this temple that is also called "The Temple of Living Beings." Inside the temple, Lord Shiva is available in four faces. All these faces have different names and significance. The face facing east is known as Tatpurusha and the one facing south Aghora. Similarly, the faces looking west and north are known by the name Sadhyojata and Vamadeva respectively. The upper portion of this linga is known as Ishan. These faces are also defined as the symbol of four dhams and four Vedas (sacred book of Hindus).
  
  You will head to the city of Patan which is the second largest of the 3 major cities of the Kathmandu valley. After a short stroll around the Durbar square that gives you an idea of the past regime and culture of this ancient Kingdom, you will visit several Buddhist shrines and monasteries founded in the ancient and medieval period some of which even date back to the BC era, including Mahaboudha temple, Golden Temple, Rudra varna maha vihara, Ashoka stupa, etc.
  
  Your final destination of the day is another Buddhist heritage of the valley, Swayambhunath stupa, situated at a vantage point that caters to you a good sunset view of the valley. Believed to have risen spontaneously (thus its name) from a lotus seed planted by an ancient Buddha of the past eon, the shrine is commonly known as ‘’monkey temple’’ as you can observe these impish yet harmless beasts running around in a group or alone without any concern of the world.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 4

  Enjoy five different Ayurveda treatments in the Ayurveda Academy

  Find yourself and heal your body, mind, and spirit – in the holistic experience of Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga, in this unique Ayurveda Academy. Enjoy five different Ayurveda treatments and immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings.
  
  Yoga and Ayurveda are ancient sister sciences. They reveal the art of living to the fullest. For most of the therapies, they establish your current body or Dosha type and this creates the basis for your treatment regimen and remedies that are selected specifically for you.
  
  The Retreat Includes:
  
  Private consultation with the Ayurvedic Doctor
  Consult Ayurvedic Doctor to acquire knowledge of our ancient health care principles and wisdom
  Daily Yoga and Meditation session. Sign up for our routine classes and explore the benefits of these ancient lifestyle arts
  
  Spa Cuisine (Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner):
  Enhance your experience with meals that are nutritious and thoughtfully prepared to help you maintain a healthy balance between your mind and body
  
  One Stress Relieving Massage:
  Relieve the tension in your body and de-stress with this invigorating massage
  One Herbal Body Scrub with Steam bath
  Relax and revive with this harmonious combination of herbal body scrub with unique skin rejuvenating herbs, followed by a revitalizing steam bath
  
  One session of Shirodhara:
  Calm and purify your mind with this ancient healing practice performed in the Himalayas for centuries
  
  One session of Pada Avayanga:
  Relax with this stimulating and soothing massage of the legs, feet, and ankles
  
  Use of Fitness Center, Swimming Pool, Meditation Maze, Chakra Sound Therapy Chambers, Himalayan Rock Salt Room, Garden of Nine Planets along with painting and pottery classes.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
• DAY 5

  The second day in the holistic experience of Ayurveda

  This is the second day in the holistic experience of Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga, in the unique Ayurveda Academy
  
  Find yourself and heal your body, mind, and spirit – in the holistic experience of Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga, in this unique Ayurveda Academy. Enjoy five different Ayurveda treatments and immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings.
  
  Yoga and Ayurveda are two “sister” practices that originated in India thousands of years ago. They reveal the art of living to the fullest. It provides the appropriate environment to drive back your youthful vigor through Ayurveda study, Ayurvedic techniques, Ayurvedic treatments, regular yoga, and meditation to allow you an experienced life with self-consciousness, awareness, and energy. The Professional doctors and Yoga Masters of Nepal Ayurveda Academy guide you to heal yourself through a balanced composition of the body, mind, and soul.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
• DAY 6

  The third day in the holistic experience of Ayurveda

  Today, is the third day in the holistic experience of Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga, in the unique Ayurveda Academy where you can enjoy different Ayurveda treatments and immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
• DAY 7

  Explore Medieval Town Bhaktapur and Stay with Monk at Monastery NamoBuddha

  Explore medieval Town Bhaktapur. Engage in traditional pottery making, Thanka Painting. Evening drive to the sacred site and Buddhist monastery at the top of the hillock Namobuddha. In Namobuddha you will stay at Namobudhha monastery with the monk and observe the monk pray and eat together. You will find yourself in solitude, peace of mind, and relaxation with the content and simple life of Buddhist monks.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
• DAY 8

  Admire the Panoramic Sceneries of the Himalayas

  It is believed that Buddha in one of his previous lives as a prince overwhelmed by compassion fed himself to a hungry tigress and her 3 cubs. The site seats an ancient monastery Tharung Tashi Yangtse of Karma Kagyu tradition. The peaceful viewpoint also offers a good range of panoramic sceneries of the Himalayas.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 9

  Scenic drive along Pokhara and Explore the Lakeside

  Drive along Pokhara ( 6-7 hours) called the Switzerland of Asia, scenic Drive, experience the real rural villages along the way. In the evening, explore the lakeside of Pokhara. The valley has at its disposal several attractions and activities including lakes a couple of which are canoe-able, breathtaking views of snow-white peaks, stupa, temples, viewpoints, etc. You have a free day in Pokhara which you may utilize by canoeing at Phewa lake or just strolling around its banks. In the evening, you might want to partake in the nightlife of the town.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 10

  Relish the magnificent sunrise on the Himalayas and Explore the City of Pokhara

  You will set out early in the morning to the hilltop village of Sarangkot to relish the magnificent sunrise on the Himalayas. After getting back to the hotel for the breakfast, you will then visit the chief attractions of Pokhara including Davies falls, Gupteshwar cave, International Mountain Museum, before concluding at Phewa lake where you can go for boating if you like.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
• DAY 11

  Arrive in Kathmandu

  Drive Kathmandu, You will retrace the highway back to Kathmandu which will take approximately 6 hours. You have a free afternoon in Kathmandu, For shopping and local market exploration.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Transfer
• DAY 12

  Session with traditional Amchi in Kathmandu

  Visit the famous old market of Asan and Indrachowk. A session with Himalayan medicine healing amchi (doktor).
  
  In general, amchi's medical practice is also identified by the name Sowarigpa, which means "science of healing" in classical Tibetan as well as in regional Himalayan and Central Asian languages and dialects. The word amchi means "doctor". This system of medicine is a spiritual practice, a science, and art that dates back thousands of years. Aspects of our medical system were transmitted from India to Tibet between the 7th and 12th centuries, during the first and second dissemination of Buddhism. This system combines the profound work of Sangye Menla, the Medicine Buddha, with indigenous Tibetan traditions such as Bön, and was shaped into Sowarigpa as it is known today. Meet the local artist playing the infamous hub of Thamel.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 13

  Departure to the Kathmandu International Airport

  Today is free or last-minute shopping for souvenirs or gifts to your family, friends, or relatives for you until your departure flight. You'll be transferred to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Transfer