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.

396 curated retreats 4.8 (475 reviews) from €90

9 Day New Year & Transformative Sahara Desert Retreat

Marrakesch , Morocco

$2,025 / 9 Days

5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie

Bad Wurzach, Germany

$878 / 5 Days

Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park

St. Oswald, Germany

$636 / 4 Days

Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature

Krakow am See, Germany

$2,546 / 10 Days

Yoga, mountains, and togetherness—girlfriends' time in Chiemgau

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$671 / 5 Days

Let Your Light Shine – Retreat for Women & Men

Bensheim, Germany

$1,272 / 5 Days

Yoga weekend in Chiemgau

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$405 / 4 Days

5 days / 17 hours Individual coaching Systemic relationship work, purpose of existence, core beliefs

velez malaga, Spain

$1,574 / 5 Days

5.0

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

Son Servera,, Spain

$1,389 / 3 Days

Detoxification, cleansing, and rejuvenation at the idyllic oasis "Vidyamor La Palma," Canary Islands, Spain

Tijarafe, Spain

$1,730 / 8 Days

Silent Retreat: Grateful Heart & Clear Mind [3 days near Berlin]

Groß Kreutz (Havel), Germany

$239 / 3 Days

5.0

Finca break with yoga & wellness

Montuïri, Spain

$497 / 3 Days

YOGA Retreat - Package

Tejakula, Indonesia

$831 / 7 Days

4.8

4-day spiritual GOLF retreat, including the Glücksziel method in Groß-Umstadt/Weininsel by Glücksziel©

Groß-Umstadt, Germany

$1,412 / 4 Days

Eschenhof's Green Week

Bad Kleinkirchheim, Austria

$908 / 7 Days

Energy station – Qi Gong & Jin Shin Jyutsu in the Mühlviertel region

Altenfelden, Austria

$613 / 4 Days

4-day spiritual SKI retreat, including the Glücksziel method in Oberstaufen/Allgäu by Glücksziel©

Oberstaufen, Germany

$1,666 / 4 Days

5-Day Christmas Zen Silent Retreat at the End of the Year

Mondsee, Austria

$688 / 5 Days

4.6

Leadership & Breathwork Retreat for Modern Leaders

Rt Veslo, Montenegro

$2,257 / 7 Days

TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA 1:1 Retreat in Nature · Return Home to Your Body.

Frauenburg, Austria

~~$1,852~~ $1,620 Midweek / 3 Days

4-day spiritual retreat – art, vineyards, e-bikes – including seminar in Groß-Umstadt by Glücksziel©

Groß-Umstadt, Germany

$1,412 / 4 Days

4-day spiritual retreat – summit e-bike hiking – including seminar in Oberstaufen by Glücksziel©

Oberstaufen, Germany

$1,412 / 4 Days

Creative project design

Medulin, Croatia

$3,472 / 4 Days

Yoga retreat for pregnant women

Obertrum am See, Austria

$405 / 3 Days

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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 1149 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.

The best retreat vacations December 2026

9 Day New Year & Transformative Sahara Desert Retreat

5-Day YOGA & MOOR DELUXE Allgäu with Marie

Resilience Training: "Path of Transformation" at the Bavarian Forest National Park

Live in harmony with your soul - 10 days of intensive individual coaching & nature

Yoga, mountains, and togetherness—girlfriends' time in Chiemgau

Let Your Light Shine – Retreat for Women & Men

Yoga weekend in Chiemgau

5 days / 17 hours Individual coaching Systemic relationship work, purpose of existence, core beliefs

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

Detoxification, cleansing, and rejuvenation at the idyllic oasis "Vidyamor La Palma," Canary Islands, Spain

Silent Retreat: Grateful Heart & Clear Mind [3 days near Berlin]

Finca break with yoga & wellness

YOGA Retreat - Package

4-day spiritual GOLF retreat, including the Glücksziel method in Groß-Umstadt/Weininsel by Glücksziel©

Eschenhof's Green Week

Energy station – Qi Gong & Jin Shin Jyutsu in the Mühlviertel region

4-day spiritual SKI retreat, including the Glücksziel method in Oberstaufen/Allgäu by Glücksziel©

5-Day Christmas Zen Silent Retreat at the End of the Year

Leadership & Breathwork Retreat for Modern Leaders

TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA 1:1 Retreat in Nature · Return Home to Your Body.

4-day spiritual retreat – art, vineyards, e-bikes – including seminar in Groß-Umstadt by Glücksziel©

4-day spiritual retreat – summit e-bike hiking – including seminar in Oberstaufen by Glücksziel©

Creative project design

Yoga retreat for pregnant women

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