The best retreat vacations August 2026

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

493 curated retreats 4.9 (511 reviews) from €90

Fasting & Yoga Retreat in the Lüneburg Heath – Nature, Silence & Life Farm Experience

Schneverdingen, Germany

$1,634 / 6 Days

Time out INSIDE - OUTSIDE

Winseler, Luxembourg

$703 / 4 Days

5.0

ERFÜLLT in der Liebe - the power of your heart - coaching & time out in nature

Hoppenrade, Germany

$1,693 / 3 Days

Nature Heals – Emotional Well-being & Mindfulness in Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,858 / 8 Days

RELAX-AUSZEIT - Retreats for Women by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Son Servera, Spain

$929 / 4 Days

Therapeutic Fasting Week ...fast for a short time, reap the benefits for a long time

Bad Füssing, Germany

$1,797 / 8 Days

Design Your Life > A 7-day journey to yourself

Sottrum-Fährhof, Germany

$1,129 / 4 Days

6-Day Bikram Yoga & Wellness Retreat, Algarve, Portugal

Silves, Portugal

$1,763 / 6 Days

Nature retreat "Activating spiritual power & basic trust" in the Bavarian Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$1,164 / 4 Days

5.0

THE POWER WITHIN - individual 1:1 retreat for more self-confidence and clarity

Palma, Spain

$1,693 / 4 Days

Inner Flow – Yoga & Journaling Retreat Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,858 / 8 Days

Individual coaching in Provence far away from everyday life

Bouchet, France

$2,822 / 7 Days

Fasting under the Provençal sun – Your personal detox retreat (4 days)

Bargemon, France

$829 / 4 Days

7 Day Return to Your Roots & Hiking Retreat, Imlil, Morocco

Marrakech, Morocco

$1,505 / 7 Days

Mindfulness with meditation and yoga - incl. hotel

Neumarkt in der Steiermark, Austria

$1,482 / 7 Days

1:1 Shamanic Sailing Retreat

Greifswald, Germany

$1,235 / 7 Days

Shiva MeditationMeditate with Lord Shiva in 232 year old Cave Temple of Lord Shiva at Jodhpur, India

Jodhpur, India

$116 / 2 Days

Customized Retreats - du entscheidest, was dir gut tut

Barbate, Spain

$2,233 / 7 Days

Fascia Flow: summer retreat for flexibility & balance

Altenfelden, Austria

$1,529 / 8 Days

Spring sunshine: experience nature away from the slopes

Lech, Austria

$1,473 / 6 Days

LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F.: RECONNECTION. Psychological retreat featuring coaching, breathwork, yoga, and meditation

Embogama, Sri Lanka

$3,387 / 8 Days

Aroma, sound & yoga in the Chiemgau mountains

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$670 / 4 Days

4.0

8-day yoga adventure retreat in Namibia

Swakopmund, Namibia

$4,115 / 8 Days

A Romantic Spring Getaway for Two

Zossen, Germany

$693 / 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 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 €77 to €2.999 – 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.