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.

1205 curated retreats 4.9 (865 reviews) from €77

Week-long holiday program: Italian language and culture in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$585 / 5 Days

MALO SELO – PEACE IN THE SECURITY OF THE MOUNTAINS🇲🇪✨Fitness · Soul · Community Retreat

Herceg Novi, Montenegro

$1,521 / 4 Days

Werkraum@Mallorca - the coaching and mindfulness retreat

Campos, Spain

$994 / 3 Days

Gateless Writing weekend in Vienna

Wien, Austria

$485 / 3 Days

Photo course and photo workshop in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$491 / 5 Days

Time for two Wellness break including 2 treatments

Kiel, Germany

$500 / 25 Days

Soulful Retreat 2026, with Clara Morgenthau at Donndorf Monastery

Kloster Donndorf, Germany

$990 / 8 Days

ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$1,193 / 5 Days

Get back to your center - 3 individual coaching appointments just for you!

Grosselfingen, Germany

$351 / 3 Days

LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!

Mariou, Greece

$842 / 6 Days

ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential

Zahora, Spain

$807 / 7 Days

7 DAY SACRED MOON MARRAKECH RETREAT 9-15 MAY 2026

Marrakech, Morocco

$1,285 / 7 Days

Yoga Retreat in Austria for Summit Climbers and Mountain Lovers

Lofer, Austria

$794 / 5 Days

Stone sculpting with Norbert Jäger

Meezen, Germany

$2,059 / 6 Days

Heart Space Nature Yoga Retreat

Miglieglia, Switzerland

$2,089 / 7 Days

1:1 Retreat 💖 From Woman to Mother – Immerse yourself in your new, powerful vision of yourself. 💫

Damscheid, Germany

$466 / 4 Days

Women's circle at Wasserburg Castle – One aspect of resilience early-bird-price

Netphen, Germany

$253 / 2 Days

Gerd Bodhi Ziegler - Intensive weekend

Nenzing, Austria

$361 / 2 Days

Photo Tour of Transylvania - Romania

Bukarest / Berca / Kronstadt / Viscri, Romania

$2,749 / 8 Days

Clarity Retreat: 2 days to make sustainable decisions

Graz, Austria

$1,158 / 2 Days

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$807 / 2 Days

Corfu Retreat - Cosmic Healing Breath Seminar - Breathe Yourself Free!

Korfu - Arillas, Greece

$573 / 8 Days

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Your colorful weekend retreat for more joy in life

Radebeul, Germany

$175 / 2 Days

7 DAY RADIANT SUN MOROCCO YOGA RETREAT 3-9 SEP 2026

Marrakesch, Morocco

$701 / 7 Days

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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 1238 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 €90 to €32.175 – 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

Week-long holiday program: Italian language and culture in Florence

MALO SELO – PEACE IN THE SECURITY OF THE MOUNTAINS🇲🇪✨Fitness · Soul · Community Retreat

Werkraum@Mallorca - the coaching and mindfulness retreat

Gateless Writing weekend in Vienna

Photo course and photo workshop in Florence

Time for two Wellness break including 2 treatments

Soulful Retreat 2026, with Clara Morgenthau at Donndorf Monastery

ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

Get back to your center - 3 individual coaching appointments just for you!

LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!

ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential

7 DAY SACRED MOON MARRAKECH RETREAT 9-15 MAY 2026

Yoga Retreat in Austria for Summit Climbers and Mountain Lovers

Stone sculpting with Norbert Jäger

Heart Space Nature Yoga Retreat

1:1 Retreat 💖 From Woman to Mother – Immerse yourself in your new, powerful vision of yourself. 💫

Women's circle at Wasserburg Castle – One aspect of resilience *early-bird-price*

Gerd Bodhi Ziegler - Intensive weekend

Photo Tour of Transylvania - Romania

Clarity Retreat: 2 days to make sustainable decisions

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Corfu Retreat - Cosmic Healing Breath Seminar - Breathe Yourself Free!

Your colorful weekend retreat for more joy in life

7 DAY RADIANT SUN MOROCCO YOGA RETREAT 3-9 SEP 2026

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