We’ll meet you at the airport in Kathmandu and drive straight into the hills to our eco retreat stay, near sacred Buddhist monastery — one of the most Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal. Staying at an eco-resort near the monastery allows you to begin the journey in peace, away from the noise of the capital. This first day is about rest, gentle acclimatization, and getting into the rhythm of the Himalayas. In the evening, we’ll join monks for a traditional puja, followed by light meditation and restorative yoga after the long journey.