Meditation Retreats

A meditation retreat is often equated with a Vipassana retreat or Vipassana meditation. It comes exactly from this direction, but can also be done separately. Especially beginners who are looking for a suitable retreat center with the thought 'I want to learn to meditate' are not familiar with Vipassana at first. The understanding of where the meditation retreat comes from and what its actual goal is usually only comes gradually. But whether you are a beginner or an advanced meditator - inner peace is desirable for everyone.

413 curated retreats 4.9 (446 reviews) from €77
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
  • Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"
9 People interested

Women's trip to "Northern Iceland"

Svalbarðsstrandahreppur, Iceland

$5,114 / 14 Days

  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
  • "Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)
5 People interested

"Living in the Moment" Meditation School and Mindfulness in Mallorca (also for couples)

Petra, Spain

$1,727 / 8 Days

  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
  • 7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca
15 People interested

7-Day Ayurveda Detox Week with MBSR in Mallorca

Petra, Spain

$1,727 / 8 Days

  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
  • 1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
8 People interested

1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT

Greifswald, Germany

$1,420 / 8 Days

  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
  • Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher
6 People interested

Desert meets coast: Yoga hiking retreat at the TigerLounge in Morocco with a German teacher

Douira Belfaa, Morocco

$1,959 / 8 Days

  • GOLDEN SUNSET RESTORE Burnout Recovery Retreat. Regain Your Balance with Burnout Coach Philipp
  • GOLDEN SUNSET RESTORE Burnout Recovery Retreat. Regain Your Balance with Burnout Coach Philipp
  • GOLDEN SUNSET RESTORE Burnout Recovery Retreat. Regain Your Balance with Burnout Coach Philipp
  • GOLDEN SUNSET RESTORE Burnout Recovery Retreat. Regain Your Balance with Burnout Coach Philipp
  • GOLDEN SUNSET RESTORE Burnout Recovery Retreat. Regain Your Balance with Burnout Coach Philipp
3 People interested

GOLDEN SUNSET RESTORE Burnout Recovery Retreat. Regain Your Balance with Burnout Coach Philipp

Küçükerenköy, Akanthou/Tatlısu, Cyprus

$1,437 / 7 Days

  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
  • Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau
8 People interested

Meditation from the Buddhist tradition in Chiemgau

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$939 / 5 Days

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  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
  • Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path
5 People interested

Samhain ancestral magic in Ticino - Between chestnut forest and ancestral path

Novaggio, Switzerland

$1,136 / 4 Days

  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
  • 5-day retreat in Jordan
13 People interested

5-day retreat in Jordan

Wadi Rum, Protected Area, Jordan

$1,077 / 5 Days

  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
  • Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne
16 People interested

Vipassana Island I Insight into the nature of all things I Meditation weekend near Cologne

Leverkusen, Germany

$324 / 3 Days

  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
  • 7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation
6 People interested

7-Day Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat & Initiation

Nassereith, Austria

$1,536 / 8 Days

  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
  • 7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"
12 People interested

7-Day Detox, Silent, and MBSR Intensive Retreat in Mallorca: "A Vacation in Being"

Petra, Spain

$1,727 / 8 Days

  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
  • 5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie
11 People interested

5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie

Bad Wurzach, Germany

$880 / 5 Days

  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
  • 6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat
3 People interested

6 Day Unwind & Rewild, Explore the White Coast Retreat

Agadir Marokko, Morocco

$1,681 / 6 Days

  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
  • 5-Day Vipassana Retreat
9 People interested

5-Day Vipassana Retreat

Vallendar, Germany

$856 / 6 Days

  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
  • Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca
8 People interested

Pilates & Mindfulness in Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,832 / 8 Days

  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
  • Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance
13 People interested

Qigong retreat for opening the heart, energy, and inner balance

Aljezur, Portugal

$2,261 / 8 Days

  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
  • Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca
7 People interested

Ashtanga Yoga in Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,832 / 8 Days

  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
  • Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings
6 People interested

Inner Shift – Retreat for clarity, embodiment, and conscious new beginnings

Seget Vranjica, Croatia

$2,075 / 6 Days

  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
  • Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.
4 People interested

Mallorca Artà - Arrive. Breathe deeply. Be.

Artà, Spain

$1,727 / 6 Days

  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
  • Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca
13 People interested

Mindfulness, Silence, and Self-Discovery in Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,843 / 8 Days

  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
  • Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity
13 People interested

Yoga & Coaching Mallorca – A Week-Long Retreat for Inner Clarity

Montuïri, Spain

$1,542 / 8 Days

  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
  • Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca
3 People interested

Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,832 / 8 Days

  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
  • Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources
6 People interested

Energy and Clarity: Building Mental Skills and Resources

Montuïri, Spain

$1,542 / 8 Days

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is a meditation retreat?
A meditation retreat is a guided getaway that allows you to fully focus on the practice of meditation. Away from everyday life, you'll explore different meditation techniques, deepen your existing practice, and find inner peace. The retreats are led by experienced teachers and often take place in quiet, nature-rich locations. At Retreat Urlaub, you'll currently find 413 meditation retreats.
Who is a meditation retreat suitable for?
Meditation retreats are suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Many retreats offer different levels, so you can find the right course regardless of your experience. Whether you want to try meditation for the first time, reduce stress, or deepen your long-standing practice – there's something for everyone. In the descriptions of our 413 offerings, you'll find information about the recommended experience level.
How much does a meditation retreat cost?
The prices for meditation retreats vary depending on duration, accommodation, meals, and location. At Retreat Urlaub, prices range from €78 to €525.000, with an average price of €3.156. Many retreats already include accommodation, meals, and all course sessions, offering you excellent value for money.
What meditation techniques are taught at a retreat?
Different meditation techniques are offered depending on the retreat. These include mindfulness meditation, Vipassana, Zen meditation, guided visualizations, Metta meditation (loving-kindness), mantra meditation, and walking meditation. Many retreats combine several techniques or additionally offer yoga, breathwork, and journaling. Browse through our offerings to find the retreat that best suits your needs.
How long does a meditation retreat last?
Meditation retreats come in various formats – from weekend retreats (2–3 days) and week-long intensive courses to multi-week silent retreats. For beginners, shorter retreats of 3 to 5 days are recommended, while experienced meditators often prefer longer formats. Among our 413 offerings, you're sure to find the right duration for your needs.
What is a silent retreat and is it right for me?
During a silent retreat, you refrain from speaking and often from using digital devices for the duration of the retreat. The silence helps you dive deeper into meditation, perceive your thoughts more clearly, and have an intense inner experience. Although it may sound challenging at first, many participants report a profound and liberating experience. Some of our retreats also offer gentler variations with partial silence periods.
What should I bring to a meditation retreat?
Generally, you should bring comfortable clothing, warm socks, and possibly your own meditation cushion if you prefer one. Most retreat centers provide meditation mats, cushions, and blankets. A notebook for personal reflections and weather-appropriate clothing for nature walks are also recommended. You'll usually receive a detailed packing list from the organizer after booking.
How do I find the right meditation retreat for me?
At Retreat Urlaub, you can choose from 413 meditation retreats. Start by considering what matters most to you: Do you want to learn a specific meditation technique? Do you prefer a retreat in the mountains, by the sea, or in the forest? How long do you want to go for, and what is your budget (our prices range from €78 to €525.000)? Use our filter and search features to find the perfect retreat. If you have any questions, our team is happy to help.