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Panchakarma Programme

The Panchakarma programme is Ayurveda's traditional cleansing programme, run over two weeks under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. It moves through preparation (special diet and oil therapies), the main cleansing procedures, and a gentle recovery period with a light diet and rest.

Accommodation, consultations, all therapies, meals and transfers are included.

CountryNepal
Duration14 Days
DifficultyEasy
ActivityAyurveda and wellness
Max. AltitudeAbout 1,400 m / 4,590 ft
Best SeasonYear-round; spring and autumn are popular
AccommodationAyurveda wellness centre
MealsAyurvedic meals as prescribed
Group size1–15 people

Trip highlights

  • Traditional Panchakarma under supervision
  • Daily oil therapies and herbal steam
  • Prescribed Ayurvedic diet
  • Rest and gentle yoga
  • Follow-up advice

Panchakarma Programme overview

Quick answer: a 14-day Panchakarma programme with consultations, therapies and meals, from US$1,590 per person.

Panchakarma is demanding; a consultation is required before you book. It is a traditional wellness practice, not a substitute for medical care. See our Panchakarma guide.

At a glance

FactDetails
Duration14 days
StagesPreparation, cleansing, recovery
SupervisionQualified Ayurvedic practitioner
CostFrom US$1,590 per person

Day-by-day itinerary

Day1
Transfer to the centre and initial consultation.
1,400 m Dinner Wellness centre Consultation
Day2
Prescribed diet, internal oleation and gentle external oil therapies.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day3
Prescribed diet, internal oleation and gentle external oil therapies.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day4
Prescribed diet, internal oleation and gentle external oil therapies.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day5
Prescribed diet, internal oleation and gentle external oil therapies.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day6
The main Panchakarma procedures, as prescribed by the practitioner, with rest.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day7
The main Panchakarma procedures, as prescribed by the practitioner, with rest.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day8
The main Panchakarma procedures, as prescribed by the practitioner, with rest.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day9
The main Panchakarma procedures, as prescribed by the practitioner, with rest.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day10
The main Panchakarma procedures, as prescribed by the practitioner, with rest.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day11
Light diet, rest and gentle yoga as the body recovers.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day12
Light diet, rest and gentle yoga as the body recovers.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day13
Final consultation with diet and lifestyle advice to take home.
1,400 m Meals as prescribed Wellness centre Ayurveda
Day14
Transfer to the airport or your hotel.
1,400 m Breakfast

What’s included

Included

  • Transfers
  • Accommodation at the centre (13 nights)
  • Consultations with a qualified practitioner
  • All Panchakarma therapies
  • Meals as prescribed
  • All government and local taxes

Not included

  • Herbal products to take home
  • Medical tests if required
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips

Useful info

Consultation first

We send your health details to the practitioner before you book; the programme is not suitable for everyone.

After the programme

Allow a few days of rest before trekking or long travel.

Packing list

  • Comfortable loose clothes
  • Old clothes for oil treatments
  • Sandals
  • Books

Add-ons & trip options

Extend to 21 days (per person)US$690

Choose add-ons and quantities on the booking form.

More options, quoted on request:

  • Shorter 7-day programme.
  • 21-day programme.

Frequently asked questions

Ayurveda's traditional multi-step cleansing programme.

14 days.

From US$1,590 per person.

Yes, before you book.