The best retreat vacations May 2026

Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul May 2026. You have a choice of different areas: Yoga and detox, creative living or detoxifying activity. It's all about your well-being.

475 curated retreats 4.9 (523 reviews) from €77

THE POWER OF CALM - Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Mind Detox & Hiking - at the monastery (Eifel)

Kall, Germany

$459 / 5 Days

4.7

Art of Living Silent Retreat – Silence in the Black Forest with Meditation, Breathing Techniques, and Yoga

Oppenau, Germany

~~$709~~ $674 Frühbucher / 5 Days

4.9

Soul & Yin Yoga, Hiking, Inner Harmony & Peace of Mind

Kall, Germany

$377 / 4 Days

5.0

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

$279 / 3 Days

4.9

Soul & Yin Yoga - for more lightness & joie de vivre in the idyllic Münsterland region

Steinfurt, Germany

$296 / 3 Days

5.0

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Sachrang, Germany

$674 / 5 Days

4.7

Monastery Retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation – Mind Detox – (Health insurance coverage available)

Kall, Germany

$279 / 3 Days

InspirAre Solo Retreat: Yin Yoga, Inner Child Work, Conscious Manifestation Optional Soul Coaching

Stuckenborstel, Germany

$220 / 3 Days

4.8

6 Days of Pottery and Weight Loss or Healthy Eating

Weilrod, Germany

$604 / 7 Days

4.7

🌺 Yoga Retreat for Beginners - Yoga & Meditation for Greater Balance

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$191 / 3 Days

4.4

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

$279 / 3 Days

Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification

Eltmann, Germany

$387 / 3 Days

5.0

Silent retreat for women: 3 days just you—no roles, no expectations—at the Wellnesshotel Todtnau

Todtnau, Germany

$616 / 3 Days

💫 Kundalini Awakening – Unleash Your Inner Energy Potential 🔥

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$203 / 3 Days

5.0

Accredited Educational Leave: Yoga Week on Sylt

Sylt, Germany

$615 / 5 Days

Your Personal Retreat – Yoga: Your Path to Inner Peace

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$330 / 7 Days

4.9

LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. Special: 2-Week Psychological Retreat with Coaching, Breathwork, and Yoga in Bali

Bondalem, Indonesia

$5,674 / 14 Days

"Your Personal Retreat - Experience Yoga at the Ashram"

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$106 / 3 Days

5.0

Spring, yoga, and warm encounters in the Mühlviertel region

Altenfelden, Austria

$418 / 3 Days

5.0

Vipassana Meditation Retreat

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$248 / 3 Days

4.7

Yoga Weekend in the Mühlviertel

Altenfelden, Austria

$406 / 3 Days

5.0

Ayurveda burnout prevention - the way back to yourself!

Bad Wörishofen, Germany

$1,496 / 7 Days

5.0

"Your Personal Retreat – Finding Your Inner Balance Through Meditation"

Horn - Bad Meinberg, Germany

$213 / 5 Days

4.8

🌸 Inner Balance – Your Mindful Yoga Retreat

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$365 / 6 Days

4.5

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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 1166 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 €77 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 May 2026

THE POWER OF CALM - Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Mind Detox & Hiking - at the monastery (Eifel)

Art of Living Silent Retreat – Silence in the Black Forest with Meditation, Breathing Techniques, and Yoga

Soul & Yin Yoga, Hiking, Inner Harmony & Peace of Mind

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Soul & Yin Yoga - for more lightness & joie de vivre in the idyllic Münsterland region

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Monastery Retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation – Mind Detox – (Health insurance coverage available)

InspirAre Solo Retreat: Yin Yoga, Inner Child Work, Conscious Manifestation Optional Soul Coaching

6 Days of Pottery and Weight Loss or Healthy Eating

🌺 Yoga Retreat for Beginners - Yoga & Meditation for Greater Balance

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification

Silent retreat for women: 3 days just you—no roles, no expectations—at the Wellnesshotel Todtnau

💫 Kundalini Awakening – Unleash Your Inner Energy Potential 🔥

Accredited Educational Leave: Yoga Week on Sylt

Your Personal Retreat – Yoga: Your Path to Inner Peace

LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. Special: 2-Week Psychological Retreat with Coaching, Breathwork, and Yoga in Bali

"Your Personal Retreat - Experience Yoga at the Ashram"

Spring, yoga, and warm encounters in the Mühlviertel region

Vipassana Meditation Retreat

Yoga Weekend in the Mühlviertel

Ayurveda burnout prevention - the way back to yourself!

"Your Personal Retreat – Finding Your Inner Balance Through Meditation"

🌸 Inner Balance – Your Mindful Yoga Retreat

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