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.

The Caravan – 9 Days from North Morocco to the Sands of Merzouga

Marrakesch , Morocco

$1,979 / 9 Days

Group fasting ...it's easier when we do it together

Bad Füssing, Germany

$1,623 / 8 Days

♡ A Yoga Retreat in Ibiza This September ♡

Eivissa, Spain

$1,083 / 7 Days

Decorative Painting & Mixed Media: Go with the Slow in Brittany

quintin, France

$1,370 / 7 Days

Soul Garden - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp

Gelfa, Portugal

$1,310 / 8 Days

8-day 6 SENSES retreat in Bargemon, Provence, France

Bargemon, France

$1,743 / 8 Days

7 days Ayurveda Detox_Week with MBSR on Mallorca

Petra, Spain

$1,744 / 8 Days

"Living in being" meditation school and mindfulness on Mallorca (also for couples)

Petra, Spain

$1,744 / 8 Days

Individual stress and emotion management program for managers based on MBestcare

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$5,784 / 7 Days

Alkaline Fasting Program ...Balancing Your Alkaline Levels

Bad Füssing, Germany

$2,242 / 11 Days

9 Day Yoga and Culture Retreat in Northern Morocco, From Casablanca to Chefchaouen and Tangier

Casablanca, Morocco

$1,979 / 9 Days

Back to yourself—with the power of horses

Sant Joan de Labritja, Spain

$2,211 / 4 Days

Salufast - preventive therapeutic fasting (7 nights)

Schmalkalden, Germany

$935 / 8 Days

À la carte French Courses GO with slow in Brittany

Quintin, France

$2,026 / 7 Days

🌳 Me time—a break for the soul with digital detox in nature

Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 Days

Fasting under the Provençal sun - your personal detox retreat (7 days)

Bargemon, France

$1,610 / 7 Days

Peace and quiet and experiences of nature—this retreat will be tailored entirely to your wishes and needs.

Möllenbeck, Germany

$995 / 6 Days

GET OUT OF THE THOUGHT CAROUSEL: How to leave stressful thoughts behind you

Wiesenburg/Mark, Germany

$808 / 3 Days

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One-week Italian cooking course near Florence

Florenz, Italy

$2,295 / 5 Days

Fitness & Wellness Week Crete - May & September 2026

Sisi, Greece

$1,521 / 8 Days

7-day detox, silent and MBSR compact on Mallorca "Vacation in BEING"

Petra, Spain

$1,744 / 8 Days

Solo retreat in Madeira – Clarity. Silence. Your next step.

Prazeres, Portugal

$2,166 / 8 Days

📜 Akasha reading 1:1 Retreat for inner clarity & knowledge

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 Days

"Serenity in movement" 8 days Yoga, Thermal springs and retreat in Lesvos, the island of the poets

Mytilene, Greece

$878 / 8 Days

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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.

The best retreat vacations May 2026

The Caravan – 9 Days from North Morocco to the Sands of Merzouga

Group fasting ...it's easier when we do it together

♡ A Yoga Retreat in Ibiza This September ♡

Decorative Painting & Mixed Media: Go with the Slow in Brittany

Soul Garden - Yoga retreat with Nina Petig at Goodtimes Surfcamp

8-day 6 SENSES retreat in Bargemon, Provence, France

7 days Ayurveda Detox_Week with MBSR on Mallorca

"Living in being" meditation school and mindfulness on Mallorca (also for couples)

Individual stress and emotion management program for managers based on MBestcare

Alkaline Fasting Program ...Balancing Your Alkaline Levels

9 Day Yoga and Culture Retreat in Northern Morocco, From Casablanca to Chefchaouen and Tangier

Back to yourself—with the power of horses

Salufast - preventive therapeutic fasting (7 nights)

À la carte French Courses GO with slow in Brittany

🌳 Me time—a break for the soul with digital detox in nature

Fasting under the Provençal sun - your personal detox retreat (7 days)

Peace and quiet and experiences of nature—this retreat will be tailored entirely to your wishes and needs.

GET OUT OF THE THOUGHT CAROUSEL: How to leave stressful thoughts behind you

One-week Italian cooking course near Florence

Fitness & Wellness Week Crete - May & September 2026

7-day detox, silent and MBSR compact on Mallorca "Vacation in BEING"

Solo retreat in Madeira – Clarity. Silence. Your next step.

📜 Akasha reading 1:1 Retreat for inner clarity & knowledge

"Serenity in movement" 8 days Yoga, Thermal springs and retreat in Lesvos, the island of the poets

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