The Path of Ancient Yogis

Retreat

Nepal

start: Apr 9, 2025
end: Apr 19, 2025

Overview

According to Yoga philosophy the more you desire to know who you truly are and why you are here having a human experience, the more you will understand that who you really are is more than who you think you are.

My intention for this 10-day journey through the magnificent Kathmandu Valley and the lower Himalayas is to invite us into the exploration of this truth, as we leave behind our modern daily life and habits and the ingrained ideas about ourselves.

To this end, our journey weaves together powerful Yogic practices including asana, meditation & pranayama, with mystical Buddhist and Hindu teachings, and visits to ancient temples and spiritual sites, in the land and culture that helped to write the biography of the Yoga we know today. Just being present in these spaces can be deeply transformative and profoundly moving.

If you feel called, join me for what will be a life-changing journey. We will practice Yoga in a Tibetan monastery and visit the medieval city of Patan. We will trek through the landscapes at the foot of the Himalayas, and visit the holiest Buddhist and Hindu sites including Bouddhanath and Pashupatinath.

Easter break period specifically and the month of April generally represent the ideal time to visit Nepal, with warm temperatures and higher visibility of the majestic Himalayas!

"Nepal is a home to many great yogis who have gone before us. Out of their wisdom, love and kindness they left us important footprints to follow. Let us explore this path together with humility, grace and an open heart." -Dee

Teacher

Dee Koprivc

Founder

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Guests said:

"I'm not sure how any other retreat will top this experience!"

"We moved around from one magical place to another with perfectly balanced time to explore and practice time, from meditation to hatha yoga, with an occasional heat from ashtanga and a mellow cacao ceremony and restorative yoga. We ate delicious food day after day and met some of the most beautiful people who occasionally overwhelmed us with their generosity. It just flowed and this is only possible when one is so expertly guided by the wisdom, deep knowledge, intuition and compassion of an amazing teacher. I'm now back home with a lifetime's worth of memories, my commute to work is soundtracked by the Nepal playlist and I have been practicing yoga almost daily. I'm signing up to all Dee's future retreats with no description required."

"A combination of the hustle and bustle of the city and authentic places in the Kathmandu valley, a rich Nepali meal, morning yoga and afternoon meditation, and a visit to a Buddhist monastery near the capital, a walk through the rice fields, a stay at the Namo Buddha resort at 1,800m, where you can wake up to the chirping of unusual birds and crickets, made this April study and trip spectacular.

Enriched with new experience and new ideas about what peace, harmony, selfhood, meditation and yoga mean, with the driving force of the originator of this idea, our Dee, we return to everyday life intoxicated by smells, colors, mantras, sounds and diving into ourselves, with the desire to give our world at least a little of what Nepal and Dee selflessly gave us."

"It has been one beautiful ride inside and outside. Amazing locations with just enough time to experience both a street chaos and atmosphere of Kathmandu and Patan and then return to a peace in the nature and pujas in the monasteries. Yoga classes which grounded and energized us accompanied with mindfulness sessions have been so greatly balanced and led by Dee.

And not to forget, wisdom and blessings of great masters and Nepali people whom we met on our way “spiced” everything up.

But things that could’t be written yet felt and experienced are the most important things. We will keep them in our hearts, bring home as wisdom and cherish them forever.

Anyone who takes this trip (which I highly recommend) will definitely be changed forever"

Yoga

Our program includes daily Yogic practices of asana, pranayama, philosophy, meditation and contemplation. The precise schedule of our Yoga classes will depend on our location and space availability. We will practice in ancient meditation rooms in Buddhist Monasteries, on rooftops overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and other exciting locations. Meditation & pranayama will be practiced daily.

The afternoon gatherings will be inspired by the day trips and excursions, and include meditation, a restorative practice, talks on various philosophical and technical aspects of Yoga, as well as pranayama (breathing). The philosophy lectures will introduce Buddhist teachings and familiarize you with Nepals spirutal heritage.

Example of daily program:

7.00 am - 9.30am: Morning meditation & Vinyasa Yoga

10am: Breakfast & excursions or hikes to temples, monasteries and local villages in the lower Himalayas.

1pm: Lunch

4.00pm - 6.00 pm: On some days: practice and theory workshops alternating between technique & alignement & Buddhist base yoga philosophy and practice. On some days Yin or resotorative Yoga to soothe the body after hikes! On some days: lectures on the introduction to Buddhist based Yoga philosophy, Buddhist art, religious myths and history of Nepal.

7pm: Dinner

Program

Daily Schedule draft. (Schedule is subject to slight changes)

April 9 Day 1. Arrival to Kathmandu. Tour of the Boudha stupa. Welcome with magnificent views of the Stupa!
April 10 Day 2. Morning Yoga. Exploring the spiritual hubs of Buddhist Boudhanath and Hindu Pashupatinath. Breakfast and lunch included. Hotel: Shambaling, Boudha.
April 11-14 Day 3-6. Morning Yoga. Transfer to Namobouddha Nature Resort for a 3 day Yoga retreat. All meals included
April 14 Day 6: Morning Yoga. Transfer to Patan: exploring the UNESCO protected Durbar Sq. and Patan Museum-guided tour. Breakfast included; lunch & dinner on your own.
April 15-16 Day 7-8. Transfer to Neydo Buddhist Monastery for a 2 day Yoga retreat, hikes and monastery visits. All meals included.
April 17 Day 8 Transfer to Kathmandu. Exploring Thamel, the backpacking hub, Durbar Sq. Breakfast & dinner included
April 18 Day 9 Morning class, closing circle. Free day! Breakfast included.
April 19, Day 10 Check out and departure.

Stay

All of the accommodation has been lovingly selected by my team to ensure maximum comfort during your travel through Nepal. These are magical spots inspired by my vision of conscious retreats: sustainability, perserving the local heritage, as well as organic agriculture. For more info about your stay please do visit the hotels' websites listed below or shoot me a message.

Hotel Shambaling, Boudhanath, a boutique hotel with quality accommodation, and an excellent restaurant, just a few minutes away from the magnificent Bouddhanath Stupa.

Neydo Monastery Guesthouse, Tucked away in the lower Himalayas, amidst the most scenic landscapes, this guesthouse is a very peaceful and serene location alongside the Neydo Tashi Choeling Monastery.

Namo Buddha Resort, Kathmandu Valley. This is a beautiful, peaceful eco-resort situated in the Nepali countryside, surrounded by farmland and forest, with a fantastic view of the mountains.

The Inn, Patan, Heritage Hotel. A beautifully restored 100-year old Newari town-house with all the original features, steps away from the artistic and secret corner of Kathmandu - and from Patan Durbar Square

Da Lai La Hotel, Kathamandu. A beautiful boutique hotel in the heart of Thamel, steps away from the vibrant restaurants and shops. If you come early or stay on for a few days, make sure to join Ellen’s yoga classes at the hotel.

Package

Included

Accommodation and most meals (vegetarian) unless otherwise specified.
All yoga classes & lectures, including guest speakers & guides
Private transfers between locations, to the monastery and other sites and hotels during the retreat
All museum & monastery entries

Not Included

Meals during your free time-as mentioned in the programme (3-4 meals on your own which are very affordable in Kathmandu at around $10 per meal)
Speciality drinks and coffees at monastery and resort/hotel
Flight to Nepal, Visa and Travel insurance (required)
Tips & gratuities

Cost

Per person, in a shared twin room: EUR 1925 & Single room: EUR 2090.
Use 10% early bird discount until January 15 2025.
CODE: EARLYBIRD
non-refundable deposit: €600

Important

Here is the fine print for your booking:

Check-in: April 9 meeting with the group at 4pm at Shambaling Hotel
Check-out: April 19, by 10am (late check out option is at individual request)
Flights are your own responsibility.
Food is Nepali and vegetarian
Bring your own Yoga mat, or request one with us.
Travel and health insurance is your own responsibility
Please ensure that your passport is valid.
Make sure that you are aware of immigration/visa laws in Nepal. Visa is obtainable on arrival.
You will receive an infosheet containing further info to prepare for your travel- it is important that you read it.
Weather at that time of the year in Nepal is hot at around 25 celsius, evenings are cooler.

The Path of Ancient Yogis