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.

Yoga & wellness on the island of Rügen

Kluis, Germany

$1,346 / 6 Days

SPRING INTENSIVE - Retreat Edition for Women with Glowing Heart Breath at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Son Servera, Spain

$2,693 / 8 Days

1:1 Shamanic Sailing Retreat

Greifswald, Germany

$1,229 / 7 Days

Women's retreat in Gran Canaria

San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Spain

$1,463 / 8 Days

Meditation in motion with the Zen martial art Seonmudo

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$626 / 4 Days

YOGA Retreat - Package

Tejakula, Indonesia

$805 / 7 Days

5.0

Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)

Krakow am See, Germany

$1,428 / 3 Days

Magic Sacred Plants Journey | Heuvelrug National Park | Holland

Driebergen-Rijsenburg, Netherlands

$818 / 4 Days

Mindfulness and a Positive Lifestyle on Sylt with Johanna Katzera

Sylt, Germany

$761 / 6 Days

5.0

I AM Retreat - Presence. Self-leadership. Trust

Dornbirn, Austria

$1,691 / 5 Days

A Romantic Spring Getaway for Two

Zossen, Germany

$690 / 3 Days

3-day dark retreat for couples: intimacy beyond words, three days for the essentials

Stuckenborstel, Germany

$222 / 3 Days

8 days "The 7 Chakra Journey Retreat" in Provence - find balance and connection to yourself!

Brignoles, France

$1,803 / 8 Days

Yoga wellness vacation in Andalusia

Benajarafe, Spain

$989 / 7 Days

3 days/ 12 hours individual coaching Systemic relationships and belief system work

Wäschenbeuren, Germany

$1,165 / 3 Days

5.0

Training and further education to become a spiritual healer "Find your true destiny" (7 months)

Grosselfingen, Germany

$6,441 / 15 Days

Body & Mind Retreat Week in Düsseldorf with exclusive individual support

Düsseldorf/Hubbelrath, Germany

$2,225 / 5 Days

5.0

Systemic Constellation - One-day Seminar Cologne

Köln, Germany

$292 / 2 Days

Live your soul's path Coaching Lucerne – Guidance on the path back to yourself

Luzern, Switzerland

$1,522 / 28 Days

5-day yoga or meditation and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$1,680 / 5 Days

Aerial Yoga Training

Berlin, Germany

$1,395 / 5 Days

4 days short yoga break on Rügen

Kluis, Germany

$562 / 4 Days

RELAX-AUSZEIT - Retreats for Women by the Sea | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Son Servera, Spain

$925 / 4 Days

Womens Retreat Südportugal Oceanview Early Bird

Burgau, Portugal

$1,569 / 8 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 1249 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 €105 to €12.870 – 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.