This is more than a journey. It is time to breathe, listen to yourself and slow down.

Among Nepal’s temples and mountains, we will rediscover the power of silence, the value of taking things slowly and the beauty of simple spirituality in everyday gestures. Through breathing practices, sounds, cooking, walking and encounters, we will care for ourselves.

An invitation to travel respectfully, lightly and, above all, with presence.

• We begin with a Pranayama practice from 7:30 to 8:15 am in the quiet of the Guest House: a time to listen and mindfully awaken body and breath. Please note that all breathing sessions are optional, though we warmly recommend them!
• After breakfast, we will visit Himalayan Herbal Preparation, a laboratory that for over twenty years has continued a family tradition of more than 800 years of producing natural Ayurvedic remedies. Some products are now exported to Italy and other European countries. For many years it has also hosted courses for doctors, naturopaths and anyone wishing to learn the basics of Traditional Ayurvedic Medicine. Here we will discover how spices can become medicine, and how to choose and use ingredients according to the season, body constitution and inner balance. We will learn to make ghee, a clarified butter regarded as sacred and healing, and cook together some typical Nepalese dishes.
• Lunch will be the result of our work in the kitchen: simple, authentic and shared.
• At 3:30 pm a very special place awaits us: Pashupatinath Temple, a sixth-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva on the banks of the Bagmati River. This is an intense, sacred place where Life and Death coexist. Considered Nepal’s most important temple, it attracts pilgrims from across India. In the lower part, we will witness cremation rituals. We will enter from the quieter, less touristy upper section, accompanied by deer, cows, dogs and monkeys living in harmony, savour the peace among the small temples and then descend towards the river. There we will witness Arati, a ceremony of fire and music: an ancient, profound ritual open to everyone, where dancing flames accompany mantras and traditional instruments against the backdrop of the temple’s golden roofs. This is a living act of devotion, rather than a tourist event.
• Legend has it that Shiva liked to graze in the upper area in the form of a deer. Until a few years ago, alchemists and gurus lived here among dozens of small temples. Here, silence feels like peace.
• Return to the Guest House and a free evening*. There are many small restaurants nearby where you can eat and stroll peacefully. *(This meal is not included in the trip.)

• At 7:30 am, we meet for our usual Pranayama session in Nagarkot’s fresh air.
• After breakfast, we begin a short trek with a local guide, following a gentle descent through cultivated terraces, Newari villages, rice fields and children playing on enormous swings. Sharing a glance, a smile and sometimes chai and local snacks spontaneously offered by villagers will be a profound and unforgettable experience. Our destination is Changunarayan, an ancient village with one of Nepal’s oldest Hindu temples, dedicated to Vishnu and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  The walk takes 3–4 hours, with a stop in an enchanting fir forest for our packed lunch.
  The village of Changuanarayan is off the tourist trail but full of charm. Its workshops, narrow uphill streets and peaceful temple make it seem as if time has truly stood still.
• Return to Kathmandu in the afternoon and a free evening.* (*This meal is not included in the trip.)

• At 7:30 am, as every day, we begin with breathing practice.
• At 9 am we leave for Pokhara, one of Nepal’s most beloved cities, on a domestic flight.
• Arrival is expected in the early afternoon. We settle into the hotel and at 4 pm meet to release travel tension with a short session of gentle yoga, stretching and relaxation.
• At sunset we will stroll along the shores of Lake Phewa, whose tranquil waters reflect Annapurna’s snow-capped peaks. A magical place inviting us to slow down and contemplate.
• Lunch and dinner at your own expense*, and overnight stay in Pokhara. (*Neither meal is included in the trip.)

• At 8 am we meet for our daily Pranayama amid the tranquillity of Pokhara: today is devoted to exploring the surrounding area.
• In the morning we visit Devil’s Falls, where water plunges into a deep cave. Nearby is a small temple dedicated to Shiva, which we will also visit.
• The afternoon is free. For those wishing to discover more beautiful places, we recommend Rupa Lake, a quieter lake than Phewa, surrounded by forests and hills. Annapurna’s peaks are reflected in its deep-blue waters, creating a picture-postcard scene.
• Lunch and dinner at your own expense.* (*Neither meal is included in the trip.)
• Overnight stay in Pokhara.

• At 8 am, as usual, we begin the day with Pranayama.
• After a good breakfast, the day is yours! A perfect opportunity to relax or explore independently!
  > We warmly recommend a walk to Shanti Stupa, on a hill with spectacular views of the lake. Alternatively, enjoy a boat trip or simply stroll along the shore, surrounded by the peace and beauty of the landscape.
• Lunch and dinner at your own expense.* (*Neither meal is included in the trip.)

• Pranayama at 7:30 am, then we begin our return to Kathmandu.
• To break up the journey, we will stop in Bandipur, an ancient hill town on the old route between India and Tibet. Once an important trading centre, it retains the charm of Newari architecture and beautiful mountain views. Magar communities, one of Nepal’s oldest peoples, still live here. A brief but meaningful stop that adds another dimension to our journey.
• Lunch at your own expense*
• Afternoon arrival in Kathmandu and check-in at the Guest House.
• Dinner at your own expense* (*Neither meal is included in the trip.)

• As always, we begin with breathing: Pranayama at 8 am.
• At 10 am, we leave for Patan, the ancient royal city south of Kathmandu. We will visit Durbar Square, with its temples, courtyards and a beautiful museum telling the story of Nepal’s sacred art. Patan is also full of craft workshops, perfect for buying locally made goods: a way both to support the community and to take home something authentically Nepalese, for yourself or to share with loved ones.
• Free afternoon to walk, explore and, if you wish, SHOP!
• At 5 pm, in the quiet of the Guest House, there will be a private concert of traditional and sacred Nepalese music performed by a local group, remarkable for the intensity and elegance of its playing. A gentle, profound closing moment.
• Lunch and dinner at your own expense.* (*Neither meal is included in the trip.)

• Our last breakfast together. Depending on flight times, there will be transfers to the airport.

We say our goodbyes peacefully, taking with us the beauty, sounds, smiles, silences and emotions of this journey.