Everest Monastery Yoga Trek -10 days

Daily yoga and meditation in Himalayan settings

This journey is a gentle blend of yoga and meditation within our daily schedule. You will wake up every morning at dawn to stretch and breathe and meditate in cool mountain air that fills the valley. You can do sun salutations on green hills with yaks grazing around, or can have some silent pranayama sessions on the verandahs of monasteries amidst fluttering prayer flags.

The guides make sure all participants including new ones are able to participate without problems. In between ascents you may practice meditation in the quiet tea rooms or beneath blooming rhododendron trees. These basic everyday routines provide peace, tranquility and consciousness that make the process of exploring the Himalayas a moving spiritual retreat.

Visit sacred Thuptenchholing & Junbesi monasteries

The trek highlights include two important Buddhist sites. In Junbesi valley, Thuptenchholing Monastery (also called Tengboche of Solu) sits on a hilltop. Founded centuries ago, it’s one of Nepal’s largest nunneries. Inside, colorfully painted statues glint in candlelight and rows of prayer wheels tumble prayer through the air.

You can quietly observe the morning puja or even request a blessing. The large courtyard has gentle resident monks (mostly nuns) who welcome guests. In Junbesi itself (2,700 m) you’ll also see stone chortens and a stupa by the river – an intimate shrine that locals worship daily.

Explore Sherpa villages and culture

You will trek through authentic Sherpa communities. In villages like Jhapre, Dhap and Junbesi you encounter farmers carrying yaks, local women weaving and children in school uniforms. Each teahouse is family-run, so you’ll dine with mountain families over home-cooked meals. Hosts often share stories about life in the Himalaya or invite you into their kitchen for tea.

You’ll notice traditional dress (colorful homespun clothing, prayer shawls) and hear greetings like “tashi delek” (hello). Living alongside villagers offers insights into customs, from mani stones by the trail to Buddhist prayer flags at every hillside home.

Scenic trails through forests and valleys

Much of the trek is on forested ridges with open vistas. You will trek under tall oaks and rhododendrons – in spring the slopes erupt in pink and red blooms. The path follows river valleys (Junbesi Khola) and crosses wooden bridges over icy streams.

Mountain meadows dotted with barley fields and yaks give way to pine and bamboo as you climb higher. From time to time the trail opens to grand views – look back to see emerald farmland spread in the valley below. Above Junbesi, every turn of the trail gives new panoramas of peaks and sky, making the walk as beautiful as the yoga.

Ideal for spiritual rejuvenation

This trek is essentially a moving meditation in nature. The morning yoga and meditation classes in Himalayan light help center the mind. Midday breaks and prayer stops encourage mindfulness, and evenings are quiet with nothing to distract you. The rhythm of breathing exercises and chanting prayers carries over into the trek, giving each step an inner calm.

Travelers often say the journey “unwinds” them; one guidebook notes you’ll find “no other hiking experience like doing yoga while gazing at mountains”. The Himalayan environment – prayer flags fluttering, temple bells chiming in the dawn – naturally leads to reflection.

Breathtaking panoramic mountain views

The best part of the trek is making it to the panoramic top of Pikey Peak (4,065 m). In this beautiful perspective, you will find, in the distance, Mount Everest glaring over the horizon, and the great Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga glittering there. On the north side is Thamserku and Karyolang and to the west one can see the great ranges of Annapurna and Manaslu.

The view of the sunrise viewed here is unforgettable, with hundreds of the Himalayan peaks glowing in the gentle golden light. At times you are not at Pikey Peak, villages like Dhap and Jhapre still give you a glimpse of snow-covered summits with the help of the forest. The views of these mountains are always constant to remind you of the beauty and height of the Himalayas around you.

Enjoy homely mountain teahouses

In the trek, accommodation will be at family-run teahouses which will provide homely environment. Rooms are plain, having twin beds, wool blankets and common baths with squat toilets. Facilities are simple, but the hospitality is also good and warm. teahouses are normally heated either using wood stoves or solar lamps and in the evenings your hosts can offer freshly baked bread and sweet masala tea.

The dining rooms, which are frequently illuminated with string lights, seem like mountain living rooms. There is a shortage of electricity and you can pay a little to use charging devices, thus evenings are better spent chatting and reading, or relaxing under candle lights. At Kathmandu, you will be staying in a nice three star hotel both before the trek and upon completion of trek.

Perfect mix of nature, culture & discovery

In short, the Everest Monastery Yoga Trek offers a little bit of everything. You walk through lush Himalayan nature, visit sacred temples, and meet warmly welcoming Sherpa families. Each day blends activity (trek or yoga) with chance to learn (monastery tours, discussions with monks).

The schedule is designed for spiritual retreat rather than a hardcore climb – for example, it includes an acclimatization day at Junbesi. By combining gentle trekking with meditation, local culture, and stunning mountain scenery, this journey truly offers mind and body rejuvenation in the Everest region.

Is this trip beginner-friendly?

Yes, this is a beginner-friendly trek that requires a moderate amount of fitness. It is a moderate walk with no technical climbing. You must however be ready to walk 4 to 6 hours per day on mountain trails. Spring (March) or autumn (September) when the weather is clear and comfortable are the most suitable time of the year to begin.

The program consists of acclimatization days and slows ascending the heights and is thus easy to a first time trekker. Since the trip includes multiple (consecutive) hiking days and a few strenuous hiking sections, some light training prior to the trip, including jogging, climbing stairs, or weekend treks, helps to prepare stamina and enjoy the trip without discomfort.

Photography & Drone Rules

There are great opportunities in the photography of the mountains and the local culture. People like respect and courtesy, so you must always ask before you take pictures of them or in monasteries. Do not break prayers or ceremonies – it is preferable to sit quietly and observe.

The use of drones is limited in the Everest area, and the use of drones within the Sagarmatha National Park is forbidden without a special permit. The best option would be to keep drones at home to avoid fines or confiscation. The beauty, smiles, and peaceful spirit of the Himalayas will be more than enough to be captured on your camera or phone.

Cultural Festivals on the Trail

The festival time gives you a special touch to your trek. When you come in October or November, you can be a part of the colourful Mani Rimdu Festival when monks celebrate masked dances as a part of sacred rituals in nearby Chiwong Monastery or Tengboche Monastery (depending on your route and timing). This is in the month of February or March on the occasion of Sherpa Losar, the Tibetan New Year, when the Sherpa people gather, pray, and light yak butter lamps with their families.

In April or May, trekkers will have the chance to enjoy Buddha Jayanti, the birthday of Lord Buddha, with ceremonies in the temples and monasteries. The Dumje Festival is a multi-day Sherpa festival (usually celebrated over four days in May or June) that is sometimes held in Junbesi and brings the whole village together for masked dances, puja, and celebrations.

On the occasion that your trek arrives this concomitance with any of these events, it presents a picturesque chance to learn and watch Sherpa culture with reverence and admiration.

Tips for First-Time Nepal Visitors

Nepal is a friendly and relaxed country. Learn some Nepali words like “Namaste” for hello and goodbye, and dress modestly: cover shoulders and knees, especially in villages and temples. Outlets in Kathmandu are often type C (round pins) or D; bring a travel adapter. Bring enough cash in Nepali Rupees because the ATMs are present in Kathmandu and a few big towns only, and not on the trail of trekking.

In the mountain teahouses, there is no credit card facility, and hence, cash is required. Tap water is unsafe to drink and therefore always use boiled or bottled water that is provided by the teahouse.

Keep in mind that things in Nepal seem to operate on Nepal time, and therefore, it is better to be easygoing in case of schedule changes. Last but not least, carry a small hand sanitizer to be used in bathrooms and on the trail; it will be quite useful on your trek.

Typical Daily Routine

Each day usually starts at 6 am with 30–60 minutes of yoga/meditation. After yoga, you will have breakfast at 7 am. Then you will trek for 4–6 hours (with breaks) to the next teahouse. Lunch will be at midday on the trail or at a teahouse.

You will arrive at camp by 2–3 pm, relax or explore the village. Afternoon might include a short walk or meditation session. Dinner will be around 6–7 pm. Then you will sleep early(rooms are cool and the power turns off). Guides often give a brief on the next day’s trek before lights out. In this way, your days will feel balanced between activity and mindfulness.

Mental Preparation & Mindset

Go on the journey with an open mind and patience. There is poor internet and primitive facilities, and therefore, enjoy the peace and tranquility of being offline. Trekking journaling, reading, or silent meditation during longer breaks can be beneficial to many trekkers. You will get early mornings and small luxuries, so within yourself, be flexible in case of any delays in the weather.

The team will never walk faster than the slowest member, so support and motivate them on their journey. Show respect to local customs and traditions. Above all, maintain an interested and relaxed attitude – the true pleasures of this trip are in the details: the landscapes, the human beings, and the relaxing mornings in the mountains.