4 days yoga and cultural hike tour in Kathmandu

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival day - relax the rest of the day

Stop At: Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro, Kapan Akasedhara, Bhudhanilakantha-10, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Welcome in Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro. The first bed and breakfast, and bistro to be found in the Kapan area of Kathmandu. Our unique location in this residential area, gives you a great insight in the local culture and living standards of local Nepali.

The rest of the day you can relax, enjoy the amazing view of the rooftop, or enjoy a fresh organic nepalese coffee in the downstairs bistro.
Duration: 16 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro - double or twin room with shared bathroom

Day 2: Early morning rooftop Yoga, and day hike around the valley

Stop At: Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro, Kapan Akasedhara, Bhudhanilakantha-10, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
In the early morning, there will be a 1-hour yoga session on the rooftop, hosted by an experienced yoga teacher. Find peace and relaxation with the amazing view over the city and mountains.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kopan Monastery, Kathmandu Nepal
After breakfast, we start our hike to Kopan monastery. Followed by a visit inside. As this monastery is usually closed for the public, we give you the unique opportunity to get a glimpse of the monks life inside.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pullahari Monastery, Gokarneshwor, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
We continue our hike to the Pullahari Monastery. This Monastery has been opened in 1992. Here, you have a great view over the Kathmandu valley. Wander around the gardens of the Monastery, meet the monks and have a look inside the main hall.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gokarneshwor Mahadev Temple, Jorpati-Sundarijal Road Gokarneshwor, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
The next stop on the hike will be the famous Gokarneshow Mahadev temple. This temple is famous by the locals, but not visited by the big tourist crowds. this beautiful three-tiered temple is an example of Newari pagoda style. Here you see the exquisite stone carvings dotted around the compound, some dating back more than a thousand years.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Boudhanath Stupa, Boudh Boudha, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
From the outskirts and forest side of Kathmandu, we will hike back into the city. Boudhanath stupa is the largest stupa in the country. Wander around the buddha eyes or have a drink at one of the rooftop bars overlooking this artwork.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro - double or twin room with shared bathroom

Day 3: Early morning rooftop Yoga, and morning cultural village hike

Stop At: Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro, Kapan Akasedhara, Bhudhanilakantha-10, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
In the early morning, there will be a 1-hour yoga session on the rooftop, hosted by an experienced yoga teacher. Find peace and relaxation with the amazing view over the city and mountains.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Chunikhel Kapan Bridge, Chunikhel Marg, Budhanilkantha 44600, Nepal
Today's hike will go to the typical Newari villages Gamcha and Chunikhel. Here we will show you the traditional way of living of the Newari culture of Nepal.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Budhanilkantha Temple, Budhanilkantha 44606, Nepal
The next stop on the hike will be Budhanilkantha temple. This open air temple is dedicated to the hindu culture of Lord Vishnu. The temple's main statue of Budhanilkantha is considered the largest stone carving in Nepal.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro, Kapan Akasedhara, Bhudhanilakantha-10, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
For lunch, our chef will teach you how to prepare traditional tibetan dumplings. These dumplings are called Momo, and widely eaten in Nepal. Momo can be made with chicken, buffalo or vegetarian. Enjoy your lunch!
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Pashupatinath Temple, Pashupati Nath Road, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
In the evening we take you to one of the most popular temples of Nepal, Pashupatinath temple. One of the most mesmerizing rituals at Pashupatinath Temple is the Pashupati Bagmati Aarati which we will attend. Aarati is a ritual of worship in which light from wicks soaked in ghee (purified butter) is offered to God. Pashupati Bagmati Aarati follows three priests conducting the custom with oil lamps, lanterns and other religious elements by chanting sacred mantra.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: For lunch, you will create traditional tibetan dumplings (Momo). There is a vegetarian and non-vegetarian option.
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro - double or twin room with shared bathroom

Day 4: Morning yoga, and prepare for departure

Stop At: Asian Heritage Inn & Bistro, Kapan Akasedhara, Bhudhanilakantha-10, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
In the early morning, there will be a 1-hour yoga session on the rooftop, hosted by an experienced yoga teacher. Find peace and relaxation with the amazing view over the city and mountains.

After breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport for your onward journey.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.