Private Spa Moments with a Private Sauna – a relaxing getaway for two filled with pleasure and relaxation.
Lech, Austria
$1,181 / 4 Days
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.
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Men's Time—A Weekend for Men Featuring Qigong and Wine
Edenkoben, Germany
$630 / 3 Days
LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!
Mariou, Greece
$825 / 6 Days
Adult Summer Camp on the Baltic Sea: A 4-Day Offline Adventure in Nature
Süsel, Germany
$491 / 4 Days
Lech Classic Festival 2026 - 4 nights
Lech, Austria
$1,181 / 5 Days
Autumn in the valley of the Bosnian pyramids - Awakening souls tours
Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina
$113 / 2 Days
NATURALLY PRESENT® - authentic and powerful effects through experiencing nature
Ohlstadt, Germany
$400 / 3 Days
2-day Prehistoric Labyrinth and Park Ravne Meditation Tour
Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina
$113 / 2 Days
The light of your heart - 1-day retreat for 1 or 2 people
Bad Mitterndorf, Austria
$424 / 2 Days
1-Week Alpine Detox
Lech, Austria
$2,809 / 8 Days
Lech Classic Festival 2026 – 3 nights
Lech, Austria
$874 / 4 Days
Get back to your center - 3 individual coaching appointments just for you!
Grosselfingen, Germany
$344 / 3 Days
Creative mindfulness on the loom
Ingenio, Spain
$550 / 5 Days
2 Day Short Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Kathmandu, Gandaki Pradesh
Kathmandu, Nepal
$90 / 2 Days
Reconnecting bow making seminar in the mountains
Berchtesgaden, Germany
$791 / 4 Days
BATIK COURSE WITH COLD METHOD IN FLORENCE
Florenz, Italy
$676 / 3 Days
Italian weekend course in Florence
Firenze, Italy
$791 / 3 Days
1:1 support for current challenges - coaching, support & advice for 4 weeks
Graz, Austria
$1,708 / 28 Days
Week-long holiday program: Italian language and culture in Florence
Firenze, Italy
$573 / 5 Days
4 Day Trekkers Massage, Spa, and Yoga Classes in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh
Kathmandu, Nepal
$300 / 4 Days
Photo course and photo workshop in Florence
Firenze, Italy
$481 / 5 Days
ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence
Firenze, Italy
$1,169 / 5 Days
ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential
Zahora, Spain
$791 / 7 Days
mindSet Holiday: An exclusive one-on-one coaching retreat. Break free from old patterns. Find clarity. Be yourself.
Turgutreis, Türkiye
$3,184 / 7 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.