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.

379 curated retreats 4.9 (432 reviews) from €76

Wilderness seminar in the mountains - Living in nature - Berchtesgaden Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$460 / 2 Days

Customized Retreats - du entscheidest, was dir gut tut

Barbate, Spain

$2,240 / 7 Days

4-Day Yoga Retreat on Hiddensee - Spring Awakening with Yoga & the Sea (Certified Prevention Course)

Insel Hiddensee, Germany

$401 / 5 Days

Fitness trip to Tenerife ∼ Feb & Nov 2026

Costa Adeje, Spain

$1,331 / 8 Days

Spring sunshine: experience nature away from the slopes

Lech, Austria

$1,478 / 6 Days

A Romantic Spring Getaway for Two

Zossen, Germany

$696 / 3 Days

7 days BIODANZA group retreat vacation for 6 people, all inclusive

Kaufbeuren, Germany

$5,662 / 7 Days

5-day active training & wellness vacation in the north of Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$1,692 / 5 Days

Nattika Beach Resort - India

Triprayar, India

$2,139 / 15 Days

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

Manacor, Spain

$3,891 / 8 Days

Yoga weekend in the Allgäu - Moon cycles of women

Bad Wörishofen, Germany

$619 / 3 Days

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Christmas break for body and nervous system

Altenfelden, Austria

$1,026 / 5 Days

Yoga vacation right by the sea on Aphrodite's Golden Beach

Poli Chrysochous, Cyprus

$884 / 7 Days

Connected with me: yoga and the power of the nerves

Altenfelden, Austria

$861 / 5 Days

REMEMBER 💫 for the woman who finally wants to feel herself and life properly again

Palma, Spain

$2,217 / 6 Days

Alkaline Fasting Program ...Balancing Your Alkaline Levels

Bad Füssing, Germany

$2,259 / 11 Days

Time out with horse coaching - find your way back to yourself

Uchte, Germany

$973 / 3 Days

Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village - India

Chowara, India

$1,894 / 15 Days

Midweek special including 2-day ski pass

Lech, Austria

$1,642 / 5 Days

Your personalized retreat vacation on the sunny island of Ibiza

Sant Joan, Spain

$117 / 2 Days

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Yoga & heavenly spa pleasures on Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$1,061 / 6 Days

5-day silent retreat on the island of Boa Vista / Cape Verde

Ilha da Boavista, Cabo Verde

$1,769 / 5 Days

Yoga & Clarity – Escape the Mind's Carousel

Altenfelden, Austria

$637 / 4 Days

Writing stories during Advent

Altenfelden, Austria

$855 / 5 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 1239 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 €90 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 December 2026

Wilderness seminar in the mountains - Living in nature - Berchtesgaden Alps

Customized Retreats - du entscheidest, was dir gut tut

4-Day Yoga Retreat on Hiddensee - Spring Awakening with Yoga & the Sea (Certified Prevention Course)

Fitness trip to Tenerife ∼ Feb & Nov 2026

Spring sunshine: experience nature away from the slopes

A Romantic Spring Getaway for Two

7 days BIODANZA group retreat vacation for 6 people, all inclusive

5-day active training & wellness vacation in the north of Tenerife

Nattika Beach Resort - India

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

Yoga weekend in the Allgäu - Moon cycles of women

Christmas break for body and nervous system

Yoga vacation right by the sea on Aphrodite's Golden Beach

Connected with me: yoga and the power of the nerves

REMEMBER 💫 for the woman who finally wants to feel herself and life properly again

Alkaline Fasting Program ...Balancing Your Alkaline Levels

Time out with horse coaching - find your way back to yourself

Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village - India

Midweek special including 2-day ski pass

Your personalized retreat vacation on the sunny island of Ibiza

Yoga & heavenly spa pleasures on Mallorca

5-day silent retreat on the island of Boa Vista / Cape Verde

Yoga & Clarity – Escape the Mind's Carousel

Writing stories during Advent

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