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:

Women's circle at Wasserburg Castle – One aspect of resilience early-bird-price

Netphen, Germany

$251 / 2 Days

ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential

Zahora, Spain

$800 / 7 Days

Happiness in sight – Body & Mind group retreat in Glücksburg

Glücksburg, Germany

$2,088 / 5 Days

Photo Tour of Transylvania - Romania

Bukarest / Berca / Kronstadt / Viscri, Romania

$2,727 / 8 Days

Stonework basics - craft basics

Peccia, Switzerland

$2,121 / 13 Days

Heart Space Nature Yoga Retreat

Miglieglia, Switzerland

$2,068 / 7 Days

7 DAY ALIGNED DUALITY MARRAKECH YOGA RETREAT 2-8 MAY 2026

Marrakech, Morocco

$927 / 7 Days

Clarity Retreat: 2 days to make sustainable decisions

Graz, Austria

$1,148 / 2 Days

Quantum leap to freedom

Witten-Herbede, Germany

$812 / 3 Days

Stone carving for advanced students II: Time

Peccia, Switzerland

$2,121 / 13 Days

7 DAY SACRED MOON MARRAKECH RETREAT 9-15 MAY 2026

Marrakech, Morocco

$695 / 7 Days

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$800 / 2 Days

Seminarreise Korfu - Cosmic Healing Breath Seminar - Atme dich frei!

Korfu - Arillas, Greece

$568 / 8 Days

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5 days/15 hours of individual coaching Systemic grounding, relationship work, and beliefs

Wäschenbeuren, Germany

$1,392 / 5 Days

Stoneware turning with Eva Koj - for beginners

Meezen, Germany

$963 / 3 Days

Truly Wonderful Woman! - Women's Retreat with Alkaline Fasting

Eberstein, Austria

$487 / 4 Days

KRAFT-QUELLE-NATUR as a weekend retreat in a monastery—the path to yourself!

Wald-Michelbach, Germany

$359 / 3 Days

Heart room mommy retreat - arrive, breathe in, recharge your batteries.

Gamlitz, Austria

$713 / 3 Days

Stoneware turning with Eva Koj - for advanced users

Meezen, Germany

$963 / 3 Days

Screen Printing with Johanna Nissen

Meezen, Germany

$835 / 3 Days

Jewelry enameling for beginners and advanced students

Meezen, Germany

$1,044 / 3 Days

Copper forging with Laurenz Stockner: forging and mounting a copper vessel

Meezen, Germany

$986 / 3 Days

Stone sculpting II with Norbert Jäger

Meezen, Germany

$1,021 / 3 Days

Leather bag with Astrid Jansen

Meezen, Germany

$1,067 / 2 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 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.

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Women's circle at Wasserburg Castle – One aspect of resilience early-bird-price

ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential