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.

1245 Offers for:

Seminar workshop: Activating creativity as a resource

Peccia, Switzerland

$404 / 3 Days

Retreat in Assisi and excursions: theme "Contemplation and life"

Santa Maria degli Angeli, Italy

$899 / 4 Days

Dance Trip to Sicily – Egyptian Dance, the Sea, and the Joy of Life

Marina di Ragusa, Italy

$451 / 8 Days

Painting week in Crete - Guided painting - Let the picture guide you to new experiences

Mariou, Greece

$754 / 6 Days

Seminar Art History: Art in the Transformation of Consciousness

Peccia, Switzerland

$404 / 3 Days

Deep Intuition in Eberstein

Eberstein, Austria

$835 / 4 Days

5-day Holy Valley Easter Tour in the Valley of the Bosnian Pyramids

Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina

$230 / 5 Days

3 months of intensive coaching - live or online

Grosselfingen, Germany

$870 / 12 Days

🌴 Vacation & individual coaching - your island break in Tenerife

La Tejita /el Medano, Spain

$464 / 7 Days

Seminar Art History: Volume - Rhythm - Surface

Peccia, Switzerland

$404 / 3 Days

BATIK COURSE WITH COLD METHOD IN FLORENCE

Florenz, Italy

$684 / 3 Days

Mini retreat: Decoding the message of your symptom

Hergatz, Germany

$696 / 4 Days

JAKOBSWEG-BEGLEITUNG in a different way / How to make him the GAMECHANGER in your LIFE

Oiartzun, Spain

$257 / 2 Days

Yoga and archery - Activate your corepower!

Blankenberg, Germany

$417 / 4 Days

NARRATIVE JOURNEY Between mountain and lake

Seeboden, Austria

$470 / 5 Days

Yoga trips with climbing or mountain activities in Trentino - Indria trips to strengthen consciousness

Cavedine, Italy

$230 / 3 Days

Sound and Shiatsu - peace and relaxation, intensified by harmonious sounds.

Bad Rothenfelde, Germany

$219 / 4 Days

Art history in Florence

Florenz, Italy

$591 / 3 Days

🌞 Musical time-out in Tenerife - your creative journey to yourself

La Tejita /el Medano, Spain

$290 / 7 Days

VIDEO RECORDING AND VIDEO EDITING COURSE

Firenze, Italy

$1,404 / 20 Days

ITALIAN LITERATURE COURSE

Firenze, Italy

$499 / 5 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 1267 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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Seminar workshop: Activating creativity as a resource

Retreat in Assisi and excursions: theme "Contemplation and life"

Dance Trip to Sicily – Egyptian Dance, the Sea, and the Joy of Life

Painting week in Crete - Guided painting - Let the picture guide you to new experiences