Where Spa meets Yoga
Bad Ems, Germany
$873 / 3 Days
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.
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1:1 SHAMANIC SAILING RETREAT
Greifswald, Germany
$1,002 / 6 Days
Culinary Active Vacation in Umbria – 8 Days of Delights Including Olive Harvesting, Truffle Hunting, and Wine Tastings
Castel Rigone, Italy
$1,123 / 8 Days
Ayurveda fasting vacation - vegetable fasting with the veggie pros
Bad Wörishofen, Germany
$1,236 / 8 Days
4-day spiritual GOLF retreat, including the Glücksziel method in Groß-Umstadt/Weininsel by Glücksziel©
Groß-Umstadt, Germany
$1,398 / 4 Days
4-day spiritual SKI retreat, including the Glücksziel method in Oberstaufen/Allgäu by Glücksziel©
Oberstaufen, Germany
$1,650 / 4 Days
Energy station – Qi Gong & Jin Shin Jyutsu in the Mühlviertel region
Altenfelden, Austria
$607 / 4 Days
Customized Language Vacations in Brittany
Quintin, France
$1,982 / 7 Days
MBSR - 6 days of stress reduction through mindfulness in Tuscany
Poppi, Italy
$1,134 / 8 Days
Taiji/Tai Chi Introductory Course in Willingen, Sauerland, October 9–11, 2026
Willingen , Germany
$342 / 3 Days
4.5
Starlight Wellness - 5-Day Getaway Package
Gomadingen, Germany
$699 / 5 Days
THE DO-NOTHING RETREAT · Your "Me Time" Soul Retreat in Nature
Frauenburg, Austria
$567 / 3 Days
🧘🏻 Happiness in the monastery – 3-day holistic mindfulness retreat with health insurance subsidy
Sulz am Neckar, Germany
$340 / 3 Days
5.0
Vairagya Autumn Retreat - Yoga, introspection & campfire romance
Lunow-Stolzenhagen, Germany
$504 / 3 Days
Yoga journey through the 5 elements
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$647 / 4 Days
Organic Vacation with Summer Yoga
Eberstein, Austria
$655
$540
Seminar
/ 5 Days
Leadership & Breathwork Retreat for Modern Leaders
Rt Veslo, Montenegro
$2,234 / 7 Days
Meditation Weekend I near Cologne I Yoga, active and silent meditation, mantra chanting, heart dance
Leverkusen, Germany
$320 / 3 Days
MindMoveArt Summer Retreat: "Strength & Lightness"
Bernried am Starnberger See, Germany
$561 / 3 Days
4-day spiritual retreat – summit e-bike hiking – including seminar in Oberstaufen by Glücksziel©
Oberstaufen, Germany
$1,398 / 4 Days
4-day spiritual retreat – art, vineyards, e-bikes – including seminar in Groß-Umstadt by Glücksziel©
Groß-Umstadt, Germany
$1,398 / 4 Days
TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA 1:1 Retreat in Nature · Back to your body, back to yourself.
Frauenburg, Austria
$796 / 3 Days
November: Yoga, Breathwork, Cacao, and Lotus in Ibiza, in German, with ♡ (all levels)
Ibiza, Spain
$1,117 / 7 Days
Time for Your Soul - Yoga and Meditation for Inner Peace and Renewed Energy (Benediktushof near Würzburg)
Holzkirchen, Germany
$297 / 3 Days
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FAQ
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 1154 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 €79 to €11.900 – 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.