2027 Nepal's Sacred Sounds and the Five Elements Retreat
Wednesday October 27 - Sunday November 7, 2027
12 Day All-Inclusive Retreat (Flight extra)
Learn to harness the power of sound and vibration for profound healing.
This immersive training retreat offers a complete foundation in Himalayan singing bowl sound massage combined with the wisdom of the Five Elements.
Over 12 days, we will travel around the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding mountains, visiting Unesco World Heritage Sites while you gain the skills and knowledge to use sound and vibration to enhance the elemental energies that govern the chakras.
During these 12 core days, you will:
- Master the practical application of singing bowl sound massage, learning how to create shifts in physical and energetic balance.
- Receive 68 hours of training, with certificate at the end of the retreat.
- Explore how the Five Elements relate to the chakras and how you can use sound to bring these elemental energies into harmony.
- Gain confidence through hands-on practice, applying what you've learned directly with the bowls.
- Visit a variety or UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Participate in traditional Nepali musical celebrations.
By the end of this training, you'll have a solid toolkit for using sound therapy to support holistic healing in yourself and others.
We will be staying at three different 5-star Resorts in Kathmandu and up in the mountains in Nagarkot! See the mountains from your bedroom window.
It's a once in a lifetime experience!
To purchase your tickets, you will pay for the Training on our website and reach out to
TICO Certified Agent at https://treknirvana.ca/ to arrange the flight, hotel, bus and food. (TICO number: 50026435)
This is an all inclusive retreat.
Call us for details about this amazing retreat. (905) 563-3234
Reserve your spot today! Limited to 26 Students and 6 Explorers
Experience the Magic of Nepal for Yourself
Reserve your spot today!
We will take a maximum of 26 students and 6 Explorers on this adventure.
Call Denise to reserve your spot before they are all gone. (905) 563-3234
There are Two options for this retreat.
Student: You can attend as a student and partake in all trainings, experiences, and tours.
Explorer: Everything BUT the hands-on training at the resort. This option is great for friends and family that may want to join the trip, join in on the lessons at the temples and palaces, but not partake in the hands on student trainings at the Soaltee resort.
(Reduced Rate)
Stay in 5 Star Resorts in Kathmandu and up in the Nagarkot mountain.
We will take a maximum of 26 students and 6 Explorers on this adventure.
Book today to ensure your spot!
Your Itinerary
DAY 1: Wednesday Oct. 27th
Kathmandu
MEET AND GREET DINNER
Check into your room at
Kathmandu’s 5 Star Vivanta hotel.
We will be staying at this hotel for 4 evenings in total- 3 evenings at the beginning of the trip, and the evening before departing from Nepal.
Join us for our OPENING RECEPTION /MEET and GREET
Day 2 - Thursday Oct. 28th
Kathmandu
MONASTERY, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE OF SWAYAMBHU MONKEY TEMPLE AND PUJA
Experience a puja, a Hindu ritual of worship that involves a variety of devotional practices, such as prayer, songs, and offerings, to honour a deity.
Visit a local Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan tradition, beautifully situated on a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley.
Day 3 - Friday Oct. 29th
Kathmandu
FOUNDRY, UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE PATAN DURBAR SQUARE, MUSICAL PROCESSION & FULL MOON
Visit our foundry for a rare viewing of how Himalayan singing bowls are made.
Participate in a Nepali traditional musical procession. Experience the full "Hunter's" moon in Kathmandu.
Day 4 - Saturday Oct. 30th
Bhaktapur
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE BHAKTAPUR DURBAR SQUARE, MUSIC AND MANDALA ART LESSON, PALACE EXPLORATIONS AND SUNSET
Visit the Unesco World Heritage site Bhaktapur, a former royal palace complex.
Participate in a lesson and then spend half a day exploring the rich heritage of these 14th and 15th century temples.
Participate in a thangka mandala painting workshop. This 4 hour session includes a traditional puja (worship ceremony), creating a meaningful blend of creativity, energy and spirituality.
After sunset we’ll drive to Nagarkot where we can settle into our rooms at the 5 Star Soaltee Resort. We will stay at this resort for 6 nights.
Day 5 - Sunday Oct. 31st
Nagarkot
SUSPENSION BRIDGE, WATERFALLS AND LESSONS
Wake up at the Soaltee, Nagarkot’s 5 Star resort. Visit the Bageshwori Nagarkot 250 meter Suspension Bridge. Learn about "Less is More" as we hike to the Nagarkot Waterfalls. Journal at the falls.
In the afternoon, new students will stay at the resort learning the basics of the Himalayan singing bowls.
Former students and all other attendees can pick from the activities offered at Soaltee Resort.
Day 6 - Monday Nov. 1st
Nagarkot
LESSONS, PEACE TEMPLE & FIVE ELEMENT THEORY
New students will spend the morning at the resort continuing to learn the basics of the Himalayan singing bowls. Former students and all other retreat attendees can choose from a variety of Soaltee Resort activities.
In the afternoon, everyone will travel to the Peace Temple (Buddha Peace Park) which is carved into the side of the Himalayan foothills, offering stunning views of the Himalayas and the Kathmandu Valley. Here you will learn about the Five Element theory.
Day 7 - Tuesday Nov. 2nd
Nagarkot
HANDS ON TRAINING OR FREE TIME
All students will spend the full day at the resort as they work hands on with the singing bowls and Five Element Theory. All other retreat attendees can choose from a variety of activities hosted by Soaltee resort.
Day 8 - Wednesday Nov. 3rd
Nagarkot
HANDS ON TRAINING OR FREE TIME
All students will spend the full day at the resort as they work hands on with the singing bowls and Five Element Theory. All other retreat attendees can choose from a variety of activities hosted by Soaltee resort.
Day 9 - Thursday Nov. 4th
Nagarkot
HANDS ON TRAINING OR FREE TIME
All students will spend the full day at the resort as they work hands on with the singing bowls and Five Element Theory. All other retreat attendees can choose from a variety of activities hosted by Soaltee resort.
Day 10 - Friday Nov. 5th
Kathmandu
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE CHANGU NARAYAN TEMPLE, SOUND JOURNEY NEPAL STUDIO, SHOPPING IN THAMEL
Say goodbye to the Soaltee resort and drive back to Kathmandu.
Visit Changu Narayan Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site) for a lesson and exploration.
Visit the Sound Journey Nepal Studio and play with hundreds of singing bowls.
Get dropped off in the Thamel shopping district, known for its historic narrow pathways and is the city’s main nightlife zone.
Find your way to the Aarya Hotel & Spa, a luxury heritage hotel that seamlessly blends traditional charm with modern comfort.
Day 11 - Saturday Nov. 6th
Kathmandu
DURBAR SQUARE, CELEBRATION DINNER
Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Durbar Square for a lesson and free exploration. With the highest concentration of old structures, the square is home to several palaces, courtyards, and temples. It is also known as "The Museum of Temples" because there are over 50 temples in Durbar square.
Celebration Dinner with traditional music and then back to your hotel in Thamel for one last night.
DAY 12: Sunday Nov. 7th
Fly home
Reminisce on your experiences and make your way back home. These memories will last a lifetime, and we are so full of gratitude to have shared them with YOU!
Your Investment for this amazing ALL-INCLUSIVE Retreat
FIRST: PURCHASE YOUR TRAINING TICKET WITH US
There are 2 options for this retreat:
STUDENT: You can attend as a student and partake in all trainings and excursions for an investment of $5,100 CAD*
EXPLORER: Everything BUT the hands-on training at the resort. This option is great for friends and family that may want to join the trip, but not partake in the student trainings. $4,100 CAD*
THEN: PURCHASE YOUR ALL INCLUSIVE HOTEL, FOOD, LAND TRANSPORTATION AND ENTERTAINMENT COSTS WITH OUR TICO TRAVEL AGENT
Single occupancy $3500 CAD per person* Double Occupancy $2800 CAD per person *
*Flights are not included in this fee
TICO : 50026435
Scroll through images from our latest trip to Nepal
The people are so friendly in Nepal
I was invited to fly a kite with these boys.
Street Celebrations
Temples are everywhere
Full Moon over the Palaces
View of the Mountains at Soultee
Dinner at the Soultee Resort
Mountain View at Soultee Zoomed In
Shopping in Thamel
Meet Young Entrepreneurs
Narrow streets filled with vendors
What is and is not included in this retreat?
What is Included :
- Transportation to and from Kathmandu Airport and the hotel, via chartered van
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Bus transportation to and from all events
- Entry fees to all tourist locations
- Guided tours and lessons at various UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Visit to our foundry to learn how Himalayan singing bowls are made
- Traditional Nepali musical processions
- 4 hour thangka mandala art lesson
- 68 hours of instruction; complete foundation in Himalayan Vibroacoustic Sound Massage combined with the wisdom of the Five Elements & certificate of completion
- Printed student manual
- 11 nights in 5 star accommodations in private or shared accommodations at the following hotels:
- 4 nights at Hotel Vivanta, Kathmandu
- 6 nights at Soaltee Westend Resort, Nagarkot
- 1 night at Aarya Hotel and Spa, Thamel
What is Not Included :
- International airfare
- Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Additional snacks and food
How is Payment Made?
Payment for the training is done through the Sound Journey Store website.
Payment for travel and land fees is done through https://treknirvana.ca/ TICO# : 50026435
Reserve your spot today!
This retreat is limited to 26 Students and 6 Explorers
Call to reserve your spot before they are all gone.
Land line 905-563-3234 Text/Whatsapp 1-289-969-6978
