The best retreat vacations 2026

Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul 2026. You have a choice of different areas: Yoga and detox, creative living or detoxifying activity. It's all about your well-being.

1221 curated retreats 4.9 (867 reviews) from €90

Nature Creatures Week on the Rax

Grünsting, Austria

$930 / 6 Days

Find peace and recharge your batteries—your yoga retreat in the Rhön (Bonifatiuskloster, Hünfeld)

Hünfeld, Germany

$262 / 3 Days

Mindfulness retreat in silence

Schlangenbad, Germany

$341 / 3 Days

Kloster Auszeit (Münsterland): Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation – Cultivating Inner Peace

Glandorf, Germany

$288 / 3 Days

Kall, Germany

$559 / 6 Days

Art of Living Silent Retreat – Silence in the Black Forest with Meditation, Breathing Techniques, and Yoga

Oppenau, Germany

$801 / 5 Days

4.9

THE POWER OF CALM - Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Mind Detox & Hiking - at the monastery (Eifel)

Kall, Germany

$465 / 5 Days

4.7

Monastery time-out yoga/mindfulness/stress management - health insurance prevention subsidy

Kall, Germany

$276 / 3 Days

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

$282 / 3 Days

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

$282 / 3 Days

4.9

Soul yoga, hiking, inner harmony & peace of mind

Kall, Germany

$382 / 4 Days

5.0

Soul & Yin Yoga - for more lightness & joie de vivre in the idyllic Münsterland region

Steinfurt, Germany

$300 / 3 Days

5.0

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - (health insurance subsidy possible)

Kall, Germany

$282 / 3 Days

Spring, yoga, and warm encounters in the Mühlviertel region

Altenfelden, Austria

$424 / 3 Days

5.0

RESET & RECONNECT Retreat at the Glückswerkstatt in the green north of Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf, Germany

$530 / 2 Days

Silent retreat for women: 3 days just you—no roles, no expectations—at the Wellnesshotel Todtnau

Todtnau, Germany

$624 / 4 Days

Feel.Rest.Return. - Dein Yogaretreat

Wermelskirchen, Germany

$587 / 5 Days

"into the body - from the head to the heart!"

Elztal, Germany

$408 / 3 Days

5.0

Soul & Yin Yoga/Mindfulness/Meditation—at the monastery (Münsterland)—strengthen your inner peace

Warendorf, Germany

$288 / 3 Days

Vipassana Meditation Retreat

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$252 / 3 Days

4.7

Magical moments by the sea

Korfu, Greece

$742 / 7 Days

5.0

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Sachrang, Germany

$683 / 5 Days

4.7

Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification

Eltmann, Germany

$392 / 3 Days

5.0

Time for me! - Mindfulness week on La Gomera - "The journey to yourself!" 2 places available!!!

San Sebastian, La Gomera, Kanarische Inseln, Spain

$821 / 8 Days

5.0

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Frequently asked questions

What is a retreat?

A retreat is a deliberate break from everyday life where you focus entirely on yourself in a peaceful setting. Depending on the focus, yoga, meditation, fasting, silence, or creative practices take center stage. A retreat typically lasts between a weekend and two weeks and takes place in small groups – often in natural settings like mountains, by the sea, or in the countryside. At Retreat Vacation you'll currently find 1247 retreats across Europe.

What types of retreats are there?

The variety of retreats is vast: yoga retreats for physical and mental balance, silent retreats for deep inner reflection, meditation retreats like Vipassana, wellness retreats with spa and relaxation, fasting retreats for detox, Pilates retreats for gentle body training, and creative retreats for writing or painting. At Retreat Vacation you can filter specifically for the type that suits you.

How much does a retreat cost?

Retreat prices vary widely depending on type, duration, and accommodation. A weekend retreat in Germany starts at around €200–300, while week-long retreats typically range from €500 to €2,000. Luxury retreats with single rooms, full board, and spa can go higher. At Retreat Vacation you'll find offers from €106 to €12.980 – there's something for every budget.

Who is a retreat suitable for?

Retreats are suitable for everyone – from complete beginners to experienced practitioners. You don't need yoga experience or special fitness. Many people book their first retreat during a stressful phase, after a life change, or simply out of curiosity. Most organizers offer different levels and cater individually to your experience level.

Where do the best retreats take place?

In Germany, Bavaria (especially the Allgäu), the Black Forest, and the Baltic Sea coast are popular retreat regions. Internationally, Mallorca, Portugal (Algarve), Bali, Sri Lanka, and Austria are among the most sought-after destinations. At Retreat Vacation you can filter by country, region, and even specific locations to find the perfect retreat at your desired destination.

What does a typical day at a retreat look like?

A typical retreat day starts early with morning meditation or a yoga session, followed by a healthy breakfast. The morning brings further practice sessions, while the afternoon often offers free time, workshops, or excursions into nature. In the evening, there's usually a relaxing session and a shared dinner. Between sessions, there's time for rest, reading, or walks.

What is the difference between a retreat and a wellness holiday?

A wellness holiday focuses on passive relaxation – spa, massages, thermal springs. A retreat goes deeper: the focus is on actively engaging with yourself through yoga, meditation, silence, or other practices. A retreat often has a fixed program with set times, a group structure, and an overarching theme. Both formats can complement each other – many wellness retreats combine both.

How do I find the right retreat for me?

First consider what you're looking for: relaxation, physical practice, inner reflection, or adventure? Then choose the type (yoga, meditation, fasting, etc.), duration, and region. At Retreat Vacation you can combine all these criteria and sort results by price, rating, or date. Read the descriptions and reviews from other participants – this way you'll find the retreat that truly suits you.

The best retreat vacations 2026

Nature Creatures Week on the Rax

Find peace and recharge your batteries—your yoga retreat in the Rhön (Bonifatiuskloster, Hünfeld)

Mindfulness retreat in silence

Kloster Auszeit (Münsterland): Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation – Cultivating Inner Peace

Art of Living Silent Retreat – Silence in the Black Forest with Meditation, Breathing Techniques, and Yoga

THE POWER OF CALM - Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Mind Detox & Hiking - at the monastery (Eifel)

Monastery time-out yoga/mindfulness/stress management - health insurance prevention subsidy

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Soul yoga, hiking, inner harmony & peace of mind

Soul & Yin Yoga - for more lightness & joie de vivre in the idyllic Münsterland region

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - (health insurance subsidy possible)

Spring, yoga, and warm encounters in the Mühlviertel region

RESET & RECONNECT Retreat at the Glückswerkstatt in the green north of Düsseldorf

Silent retreat for women: 3 days just you—no roles, no expectations—at the Wellnesshotel Todtnau

Feel.Rest.Return. - Dein Yogaretreat

"into the body - from the head to the heart!"

Soul & Yin Yoga/Mindfulness/Meditation—at the monastery (Münsterland)—strengthen your inner peace

Vipassana Meditation Retreat

Magical moments by the sea

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification

Time for me! - Mindfulness week on La Gomera - "The journey to yourself!" 2 places available!!!

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