The best retreat vacations August 2027

Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul August 2027. You have a choice of different areas: Yoga and detox, creative living or detoxifying activity. It's all about your well-being.

285 curated retreats 4.8 (237 reviews) from €90

WOMB & VCOICE FRAUEN RETREAT

Reichelsheim (Odenwald), Germany

$256 / 3 Days

Retreat am See

Leipzig , Germany

$523 / 3 Days

5.0

Introduction to Mindful Silence - Mühlviertel

Altenfelden, Austria

$785 / 4 Days

Magical moments by the sea

Korfu, Greece

$768 / 8 Days

5.0

A Fasting Retreat at Lake Chiemsee – Your Fresh Start to a Lighter, More Balanced Life!

Rimsting, Germany

$726 / 7 Days

Time out in the fairy tale cabin—choose your own retreat modules—for yourself or for two

Biedenkopf, Germany

$326 / 3 Days

5.0

Individual Fasting Retreat: Shadow Work & Spiritual Clarity

Waldheim, Germany

$1,454 / 7 Days

5.0

The Five Animals of Shaolin Qi Gong – Chiemgau

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$675 / 4 Days

5.0

Individual retreat - Your time in essence - with and without mentoring

Grebs-Niendorf, Germany

$383 / 4 Days

5.0

DunkelRetreat - Darkness Retreat + opt. Integration Soul Coaching 5 Tage

Ahausen, Germany

$570 / 5 Days

5.0

FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca

Son Servera,, Spain

$1,397 / 3 Days

Girlfriend days with yoga in the Mühlviertel

Altenfelden, Austria

$652 / 5 Days

Ceramics Workshop in Lanzarote

Tias, Spain

$687 / 4 Days

Kyuka Surfclub – Dein Premium Surf & Soul Retreat auf Fuerteventura

Lajares, Spain

$11,527 / 8 Days

Enjoy and relax with yoga and plenty of ocean views in Souda Bay (South Coast – Crete)

Plakias, Greece

$803 / 8 Days

5.0

6 Day Custom Relax Yoga & Outdoor Retreat in Tuscany, Italy

Capalbio , Italy

$1,397 / 6 Days

5.0

Individual retreat in the hermitage under the cherry tree

Damshagen-Stellshagen, Germany

$500 / 5 Days

5.0

Rifugio Segreto - A Break in the Mountain Silence

Prato-Sornico, Switzerland

$1,921 / 7 Days

HOLYvibe Deluxe 💫 NEW YEAR'S RETREAT in the Dolomites for female entrepreneurs

Ronco, Italy

$4,308 / 6 Days

Ouranos Club - A Place to Meet

Agios Stefanos, Greece

$873 / 8 Days

4.5

Rejuvenation Week with Ayurveda & Yoga

Altenfelden, Austria

$1,909 / 8 Days

Achieve Greater Mindfulness Through Yoga & Pilates

Sachrang, Germany

$774 / 5 Days

Restart Retreat: 3 days just for you and your realignment - Individual retreat hiking and coaching

Graz, Austria

$2,084 / 3 Days

5.0

ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar

manacor, Spain

$5,471 / 11 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 1159 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 €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.

The best retreat vacations August 2027

WOMB & VCOICE FRAUEN RETREAT

Retreat am See

Introduction to Mindful Silence - Mühlviertel

Magical moments by the sea

A Fasting Retreat at Lake Chiemsee – Your Fresh Start to a Lighter, More Balanced Life!

Time out in the fairy tale cabin—choose your own retreat modules—for yourself or for two

Individual Fasting Retreat: Shadow Work & Spiritual Clarity

The Five Animals of Shaolin Qi Gong – Chiemgau

Individual retreat - Your time in essence - with and without mentoring

DunkelRetreat - Darkness Retreat + opt. Integration Soul Coaching 5 Tage

FOR SISTERS ONLY - SHORT WEEKEND RETREAT | A Break by the Sea at Ashram Mallorca

Girlfriend days with yoga in the Mühlviertel

Ceramics Workshop in Lanzarote

Kyuka Surfclub – Dein Premium Surf & Soul Retreat auf Fuerteventura

Enjoy and relax with yoga and plenty of ocean views in Souda Bay (South Coast – Crete)

6 Day Custom Relax Yoga & Outdoor Retreat in Tuscany, Italy

Individual retreat in the hermitage under the cherry tree

Rifugio Segreto - A Break in the Mountain Silence

HOLYvibe Deluxe 💫 NEW YEAR'S RETREAT in the Dolomites for female entrepreneurs

Ouranos Club - A Place to Meet

Rejuvenation Week with Ayurveda & Yoga

Achieve Greater Mindfulness Through Yoga & Pilates

Restart Retreat: 3 days just for you and your realignment - Individual retreat hiking and coaching

ONLY YOU oneTOone private retreat series.holistic ANTI AGEING. WELLNESS /Mallorca/ganzjährig buchbar

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