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.

288 curated retreats 4.9 (227 reviews) from €90

Wellness Getaway: Wellness retreat including a salt cave, detox foot bath, and full-spectrum infrared cabin / Single room

Waldheim, Germany

$564 / 7 Days

Time out in the swan's nest by the lake - choose your own retreat modules - for you alone or as a couple

Biedenkopf, Germany

$153 / 3 Days

♀️ Women's Power - 1:1 Pampering Retreat for Women

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$700 / 3 Days

👵Ancestral Time 1:1 Nature Retreat - connected to the power of your lineage

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$700 / 3 Days

👣 Transition time 1:1 Nature retreat for life transitions

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$700 / 3 Days

8-day Pilates and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$2,491 / 8 Days

Oh là là - Learn French and live like a Frenchman (individual stay)

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

$1,413 / 8 Days

INDIVIDUAL WILDNATURESOUL RETREAT HOLIDAY AT THE ALGARVE - for solo travelers or couples

Budens, Portugal

$1,176 / 7 Days

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8-day yoga or meditation and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$2,491 / 8 Days

Solo Retreat "Burnout" an der Algarve in Portugal

Aljezur, Portugal

$2,108 / 6 Days

Private Couples Healing Retreat Mallorca – 6 days of exclusive time out for couples

Cala Rajada, Spain

$2,061 / 6 Days

Discover ALPEN.KRAFT. in Bad Hofgastein

Bad Hofgastein, Austria

$259 / 3 Days

Italian cooking courses in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$883 / 3 Days

Nature & outdoor retreat with medial energy work & spiritual coaching - Atlantic Ocean, Southern Spain

zahora, Spain

$1,519 / 6 Days

GlowstickYoga Retreat - time for you & your girlfriends (couple price)

Weil im Schönbuch, Germany

$2,472 / 6 Days

8-day active training & wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$2,491 / 8 Days

Unlimited Sun & Ski & Yoga days including 5-day ski pass

Lech, Austria

$2,320 / 8 Days

Nature retreat "Soul Path & Calling" in the Bavarian Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$1,166 / 4 Days

Live or ONLINE workshop "Find your true self - your soul. Your ego. Your inner child."

Grosselfingen, Germany

$647 / 2 Days

Yoga Retreat Angkor Wat, Siem Reap - 4 day Luxury Spa & Sound Healing at a 5-Star Resort

Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

$1,528 / 4 Days

Historical Cuisine in Apulia—From Antiquity to the Present Day

Martina Franca, Italy

$353 / 4 Days

Mountain retreat "Naturzeit" in the Bavarian Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$506 / 2 Days

Activate your inner vitality: a personalized 6-day retreat for renewal and energy

Palma, Spain

$1,649 / 6 Days

1 Month Yoga And Meditation Spiritual Awakening Retreat in Kathmandu

Kathmandu, Nepal

$1,700 / 28 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 1240 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 €106 to €12.980 – 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

Wellness Getaway: Wellness retreat including a salt cave, detox foot bath, and full-spectrum infrared cabin / Single room

Time out in the swan's nest by the lake - choose your own retreat modules - for you alone or as a couple

♀️ Women's Power - 1:1 Pampering Retreat for Women

👵Ancestral Time 1:1 Nature Retreat - connected to the power of your lineage

👣 Transition time 1:1 Nature retreat for life transitions

8-day Pilates and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Oh là là - Learn French and live like a Frenchman (individual stay)

INDIVIDUAL WILDNATURESOUL RETREAT HOLIDAY AT THE ALGARVE - for solo travelers or couples

8-day yoga or meditation and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Solo Retreat "Burnout" an der Algarve in Portugal

Private Couples Healing Retreat Mallorca – 6 days of exclusive time out for couples

Discover ALPEN.KRAFT. in Bad Hofgastein

Italian cooking courses in Florence

Nature & outdoor retreat with medial energy work & spiritual coaching - Atlantic Ocean, Southern Spain

GlowstickYoga Retreat - time for you & your girlfriends (couple price)

8-day active training & wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Unlimited Sun & Ski & Yoga days including 5-day ski pass

Nature retreat "Soul Path & Calling" in the Bavarian Alps

Live or ONLINE workshop "Find your true self - your soul. Your ego. Your inner child."

Yoga Retreat Angkor Wat, Siem Reap - 4 day Luxury Spa & Sound Healing at a 5-Star Resort

Historical Cuisine in Apulia—From Antiquity to the Present Day

Mountain retreat "Naturzeit" in the Bavarian Alps

Activate your inner vitality: a personalized 6-day retreat for renewal and energy

1 Month Yoga And Meditation Spiritual Awakening Retreat in Kathmandu

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