Aroma, sound & yoga in the Chiemgau mountains
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$653 / 4 Days
4.0The 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.
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Skylodge Yoga Retreats – Bali, North Coast
Buleleng, Indonesia
$568 / 3 Days
Nattika Beach Resort - India
Triprayar, India
$2,080 / 15 Days
Yoga Wellness Retreat in Andalusia
Benajarafe, Spain
$968 / 8 Days
Alkaline Fasting Program ...Balancing Your Alkaline Levels
Bad Füssing, Germany
$2,195 / 11 Days
Spring sunshine meets skiing, yoga, picnics, and swimming in the Alps
Lech, Austria
$1,481 / 6 Days
♡ A Yoga Retreat in Ibiza This September ♡
Eivissa, Spain
$1,060 / 7 Days
Yoga vacation right by the sea on Aphrodite's Golden Beach
Poli Chrysochous, Cyprus
$860 / 8 Days
REMEMBER 💫 for the woman who finally wants to feel herself and life properly again
Palma, Spain
$2,155 / 6 Days
Weekend Retreat in Hamburg with a View of the Alster – Yoga, Meditation & Self-Discovery
Hamburg, Germany
$297 / 3 Days
Healthy Sleep with Qigong
Altenfelden, Austria
$1,593 / 8 Days
Yin Yoga & Nature – Between Silence and Mountain Meadows
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$825 / 5 Days
The art of alignment - your retreat for precise asanas
Altenfelden, Austria
$1,490 / 8 Days
Tenerife: Your time for rest and answers
Granadilla, Spain
$1,882 / 8 Days
Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village - India
Chowara, India
$1,841 / 15 Days
Creative lightness of being on Zakynthos
Peloponnes, Greece
$753 / 7 Days
♡ Back to Your Lightness: A 4-Day Yoga and Energy Booster in Ibiza—in German & with ♡
Eivissa, Spain
$487 / 4 Days
UnderDogs Retreat
Sanilhac, France
$1,376 / 5 Days
Wilderness seminar in the mountains - Living in nature - Berchtesgaden Alps
Berchtesgaden, Germany
$447 / 2 Days
Balance & Strength – Resilience Retreat Yoga and Hiking
Roßleithen, Austria
$871 / 5 Days
Beginners surfing and yoga camp on Lanzarote
Caleta de Famara, Spain
$630 / 8 Days
Your personalized retreat vacation on the sunny island of Ibiza
Sant Joan, Spain
$114 / 2 Days
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Rejuvenating methods from yoga and Ayurveda
Altenfelden, Austria
$894 / 5 Days
Summer retreat of the 5 elements with yoga, breathwork, and meditation in the beautiful Black Forest
Wolfach, Germany
$504 / 6 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 1157 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 €78 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.