Summer at SEINsART | Nature Days for Parents and Children
Feucht, Germany
$675 / 4 Days
The best retreat vacations December 2026
Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul December 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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Clear your Vision - 1:1 Outdoor-Visionscoaching
Tschagguns, Austria
$560 / 3 Days
December 26–31 in Crete—Painting between the holidays—Humanistic painting therapy—moved to Crete
Münster, Germany
$824 / 6 Days
ITALIAN CULTURE COURSES ONLINE
Florenz, Italy
$400 / 10 Days
Creative journey to yourself | Vision workshop
Fronreute, Germany
$1,488 / 2 Days
"Time for us" - A retreat for couples who want to deepen their connection and leave everyday life behind.
Palma, Spain
$1,133 / 3 Days
5-Day Vipassana Retreat
Vallendar, Germany
$846 / 6 Days
Heal your attachment wounds - Create fulfilling relationships at last (1:1 retreat)
Palma, Spain
$1,945 / 4 Days
Dein exklusives Pre-Wedding Retreat in Palma
Palma, Spain
$789 / 3 Days
Time out at the alpaca farm
St. Peter ob Judenburg, Austria
$228 / 2 Days
A Spanish Weekend Connecting with Your Own Inner Team
Velez Malaga, Spain
$549 / 2 Days
SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY LOM®live for professionals (interested in training) in Crete
Mariou, Greece
$824 / 6 Days
Rainbow Jaguar Shamanic Study Group
Eberstein, Austria
$576 / 4 Days
IKIGAI AND MEDITATION RETREAT · SEPTEMBER 2026
Freiberg, Germany
$824 / 4 Days
Find all your answers!
Worms, Germany
$1,143 / 22 Days
Painting Week in Crete - Guided Painting - Self-Discovery - Beyond the Boundaries of the Imagined
Mariou, Greece
$744 / 6 Days
3 months of intensive coaching—in person or online
Hechingen-Boll, Germany
$858 / 12 Days
🌴 Vacation & individual coaching - your island break in Tenerife
La Tejita /el Medano, Spain
$457 / 7 Days
A Refreshing Break by the Sea: 3 Days of Clarity with Personal Guidance
Insel Poel, Germany
$1,694 / 3 Days
Mini-Retreat: Decoding the Message Behind Your Symptoms
Hergatz, Germany
$686 / 4 Days
JAKOBSWEG-BEGLEITUNG in a different way / How to make him the GAMECHANGER in your LIFE
Oiartzun, Spain
$254 / 2 Days
Reflections - A Long Weekend of Painting
Oranienbaum-Wörlitz, Germany
$175 / 4 Days
Crossing Bridges - Intensive Painting Days
Oranienbaum-Wörlitz, Germany
$240 / 5 Days
Sound and Shiatsu - peace and relaxation, intensified by harmonious sounds.
Bad Rothenfelde, Germany
$216 / 4 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 1176 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 €79 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.