NEPAL · MASSAGE & RELAXATION
The good massage & unwinding days go before the October rush arrives in Kathmandu. Below: the 11 to lock in early, what each includes and exactly where they differ.
Spend a full day in Kathmandu with Ayurvedic massage, herbal steam, Shirodhara, yoga, tea, water, and lunch.
“Not what I expected based on spa photo and description. Very average experience. This is not a spa but a Yoga retreat/school. There was not a lot of direction.”
Review of Kathmandu’s Shirodhara, Nepali oil massage, and sound healing spa, with pricing, timing, transport, value, and booking advice.
“Very pleasant experience. I have car pick up at the hotel and drop off. I have Sidhodara massage and buy an extra deep tissue massage. It is so wonderful and relaxing. Sound healing is excellent. The place is clean. Staff is extremely nice and courteous. Sound healing guru is knowledgeable. Masseuse has strong and warm hands. Highly recommended”
Review of Kathmandu’s six-hour Real Therapy Spa package, with a two-hour massage, unlimited sauna, steam, Jacuzzi, drinks, and practical booking tips.
“Truly one of the best massages I have had!The hot tub/sauna and steam room added to already great experience.Highly recommend!”
Review a six-hour Kathmandu hike to White Monastery and Swayambhunath, followed by a one-hour massage, sauna, and steam session.
“I' have been using Saara Travel for years, and they do excellent service. I just give them the desired dates/times of flying/connection times and they take care of the rest, and I never had any inconvenience but comfortable trips for my family. SRead more”
Recover after Nepal trekking with Heritage Spa’s four-hour scrub, massage, pedicure, and facial package near Kathmandu’s Thamel district.
“This was a fantastic option for a trekker to destress and recover after EBC. Highly recommend this experience. The taxi driver for a bit lost but no big deal since I was able to give him the number to call in order to get specific drop off instructRead more”
Recover after trekking with a private Kathmandu spa package: hotel transfers, one-hour massage, sauna, steam, green tea, and water.
“Parts of the spa were unisex spaces but we had a nice massage which helped us recover from two weeks of hiking”
Review this Kathmandu yoga, Swedish massage, and pedicure retreat, with practical advice on value, timing, pickup, comfort, and who should book.
Trek from Kathmandu to Poon Hill and Ghandruk with daily yoga, mountain views, local guides, Ayurvedic massage, and cultural stops.
“Places Nepal‘s meticulous planning made our group vacation stress-free and absolutely delightful. As our trip organizer, our trekking guide’s expertise was evident in every moment, and we're all grateful for your dedication to making it perfecRead more”
Review of Avata Wellness Center in Kathmandu, with massage choices, garden relaxation, tea, pricing, practical tips, and booking advice.
“Pahalgam Hill Side Resort & Spa is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a 4-star hotel in Pahalgam! Situated in Laripora, it offers a serene atmosphere perfect for a relaxing getaway. Among the many 4-star options in Pahalgam, this resort stands out as a favorite amoRead more”
Take a four-hour Kathmandu retreat with yoga near Nagarjun forest, a Swedish massage, pedicure, private pickup, and calm personal care.
“This experience was exactly what we were looking for. We were treated to mint tea followed by an hour of yoga, massages, pedicures and lunch. The staff was so accommodating with our tight schedule that day too. Highly recommend!”
Review of Kathmandu’s Ayurveda Health Home, pairing herbal-oil Abhyanga massage with Chakra Basti and singing bowl therapy.
“Experience as never before, we had a great massage and a unique experience with the singing bowl therapy. Would recommend it to everyone!”
The valley squares, the two lake towns, the long walks and the flights.
