Yoga & Transformative Breathing Retreat
Borgwedel, Germany
$458 / 3 Days
5.0The best retreat vacations Mai 2026
Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul Mai 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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Inner peace and serenity - Mühlviertel
Altenfelden, Austria
$904 / 5 Days
5.0
Pottery and Weight Loss, or Eating Healthy
Weilrod, Germany
$602 / 7 Days
4.8
Yoga Weekend in the Mühlviertel
Altenfelden, Austria
$405 / 3 Days
5.0
Susurros del Río—A Retreat into Simplicity
Mecina Bombarón, Spain
$901 / 8 Days
4.8
7-DAY YOGA RETREAT featuring hiking, communication workshops, personal development, a cooking class, fun, and depth!
Saint Jeannet, France
$1,159 / 7 Days
4.9
A Journey to Yourself: Healing on All Levels
Bentota, Sri Lanka
$2,585 / 17 Days
5.0
4-Day Yoga Retreat for Beginners – Get 1 Day Free
Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany
$284 / 5 Days
Aerial Yoga Retreat / 30h Teacher Training
Luzern, Switzerland
$1,137 / 3 Days
Silent Meditation Retreat - Finding inner peace through mindfulness
Nassereith, Austria
$747 / 4 Days
5.0
Ayurveda burnout prevention - the way back to yourself!
Bad Wörishofen, Germany
$1,492 / 7 Days
5.0
An Introduction to Mindful Silence
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$684 / 4 Days
5.0
1-Week Yoga Teacher Training – Start at Any Time and Have Your Hours Count Toward Certification
Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany
$941 / 6 Days
Meditative self-reflection in nature
St. Oswald Riedlhütte, Germany
$1,727 / 8 Days
5.0
Self-determined living in harmony with your soul - coaching and time out in nature
Krakow am See, Germany
$1,669 / 3 Days
5.0
Yoga, mountains, and togetherness—girlfriends' time in Chiemgau
Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany
$672 / 5 Days
5.0
The Journey to Yourself: A Therapeutic-Shamanic Magic Mushroom Retreat in the Netherlands
Laren, Netherlands
$1,008 / 3 Days
4.9
Yoga & Relaxation Getaway Mallorca
Montuiri, Spain
$869 / 5 Days
4.2
Meditative Self-Reflection at the Bavarian Forest National Park
St. Oswald Riedlhütte, Germany
$1,681 / 8 Days
5.0
Detox & Ski #HAPPINESS
Lech, Austria
$3,216 / 8 Days
DunkelRetreat - Darkness Retreat + opt. Integration Soul Coaching 5 Tage
Ahausen, Germany
$568 / 5 Days
5.0
3 or 4 Days of Yoga at the Monastery: Strength for the Body & Peace for the Mind
Zell am Main, Germany
$613 / 3 Days
4.9
Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat
Schorfheide, Germany
$562 / 3 Days
5.0
1:1 Retreat – Your Exclusive Healing Journey (max. 2 people)
Rösrath, Germany
$811 / 3 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 1133 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.