The 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.

1246 Offers for:

Reconnecting bow making seminar in the mountains

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$800 / 4 Days

Yoga time-out in the Allgäu - Retreat for Every Body

Waltenhofen, Germany

$371 / 4 Days

Simply Pure Being - Nature Time | Cinque Terre | Italy | 6 days

Deiva Marina, Italy

$533 / 6 Days

2-day Prehistoric Labyrinth and Park Ravne Meditation Tour

Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina

$114 / 2 Days

Aerial Yoga Retreat in Brandenburg - EXPLORE MORE

Lunow-Stolzenhagen, Germany

$811 / 3 Days

Get out into the countryside 4 days of creative time out Plant dyes in the Wendland region

Gartow, Germany

$719 / 4 Days

2 Day Short Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Kathmandu, Gandaki Pradesh

Kathmandu, Nepal

$90 / 2 Days

Balance@Work - Stress management with the help of mindfulness - Introduction to MBSR

Bernau am Chiemsee, Germany

$522 / 6 Days

MALO SELO – PEACE IN THE SECURITY OF THE MOUNTAINS🇲🇪✨Fitness · Soul · Community Retreat

Herceg Novi, Montenegro

$1,508 / 4 Days

4 Day Trekkers Massage, Spa, and Yoga Classes in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh

Kathmandu, Nepal

$300 / 4 Days

Body shapes - Figurative art

Peccia, Switzerland

$1,060 / 6 Days

Italian weekend course in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$800 / 3 Days

Gateless Writing weekend in Vienna

Wien, Austria

$481 / 3 Days

Soulful Retreat 2026, with Clara Morgenthau at Donndorf Monastery

Kloster Donndorf, Germany

$982 / 8 Days

ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$1,183 / 5 Days

Time for two Wellness break including 2 treatments

Kiel, Germany

$496 / 23 Days

1:1 support for current challenges - coaching, support & advice for 4 weeks

Graz, Austria

$1,729 / 28 Days

Week-long holiday program: Italian language and culture in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$580 / 5 Days

Yoga retreat Yoga & Ayurveda cooking retreat with mindfulness & movement

Chiemsee, Germany

$846 / 3 Days

LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!

Mariou, Greece

$835 / 6 Days

Embodied Nervous System Yoga TT in Luzern

Luzern, Switzerland

$959 / 3 Days

Stone sculpting with Norbert Jäger

Meezen, Germany

$2,042 / 6 Days

Yoga retreat in Austria in Steinerwirt, Lofer, Austria

Lofer, Austria

$869 / 3 Days

Get back to your center - 3 individual coaching appointments just for you!

Grosselfingen, Germany

$348 / 3 Days

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FAQ

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 1268 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 €525.000 – 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 Mai 2026

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Reconnecting bow making seminar in the mountains

Yoga time-out in the Allgäu - Retreat for Every Body

Simply Pure Being - Nature Time | Cinque Terre | Italy | 6 days

2-day Prehistoric Labyrinth and Park Ravne Meditation Tour

Aerial Yoga Retreat in Brandenburg - EXPLORE MORE

Get out into the countryside 4 days of creative time out Plant dyes in the Wendland region

2 Day Short Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Kathmandu, Gandaki Pradesh

Balance@Work - Stress management with the help of mindfulness - Introduction to MBSR

MALO SELO – PEACE IN THE SECURITY OF THE MOUNTAINS🇲🇪✨Fitness · Soul · Community Retreat