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.

Father and son - A hero's journey (without heroes?)

Zell im Wiesental, Germany

$2,342 / 5 Days

Transformation - Wandel - Initiation

Zell im Wiesental, Germany

$2,927 / 4 Days

Alkaline fasting according to Wacker

Krölpa, Germany

$818 / 5 Days

Yoga weekend on the Alster in Hamburg. Yoga, meditation, mindfulness, silence, including lunch.

Hamburg, Germany

$303 / 3 Days

Transformative Women's Retreat with the Energy of Mary Magdalene - Hiking, Yoga, Breath & Energy Work

Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, France

$3,091 / 8 Days

Soul & Yin Yoga – for more ease in everyday life, featuring Ayurvedic meals

Steinfurt, Germany

$298 / 3 Days

Time-out retreat by the sea, Spain Yoga, wellness, well-being, nature, community – Casa el Morisco

Benajarafe, Spain

$573 / 8 Days

Windsurfing am Gardasee in Torbole - Italien

Nago-torbole, Italy

$182 / 2 Days

5.0

Let yourself be guided and moved by the image toward your own innate qualities GUIDED PAINTING in Münster

Münster, Germany

$193 / 2 Days

Soul & Yin Yoga – Feel More Lightness – With Ayurvedic Meals

Salzbergen, Germany

$298 / 3 Days

Buchinger wellness fasting

Schmalkalden, Germany

$1,282 / 6 Days

Argentine Tango for Beginners in Umbria

Castel Rigone, Italy

$585 / 8 Days

❤️‍🔥Heart cleansing—1:1 for detachment and a free heart

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 Days

Discover ALPEN.KRAFT. in Bad Hofgastein

Bad Hofgastein, Austria

$257 / 3 Days

🌿Herbal knowledge & forest bathing retreat in Styria

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 Days

Mindfulness-based coaching - individual retreat on Mallorca

Pollensa, Spain

$1,124 / 4 Days

Heartfire · A Breathwork Journey to Open the Heart and Find Inner Clarity | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Son Servera, Spain

$1,405 / 3 Days

Nature Flow - The Nature Resilience Retreat

Bad Wurzach, Germany

$1,052 / 5 Days

Yoga summer retreat by the sea

Alvor, Portugal

$1,169 / 8 Days

4.0

Wellness Getaway: Wellness retreat including a salt cave, detox foot bath, and full-spectrum infrared cabin / Single room

Waldheim, Germany

$560 / 7 Days

Time out in the swan's nest by the lake - choose your own retreat modules - for you alone or as a couple

Biedenkopf, Germany

$152 / 3 Days

Body language - body architecture

Peccia, Switzerland

$1,064 / 6 Days

👣 Transition time 1:1 Nature retreat for life transitions

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 Days

♀️ Women's Power - 1:1 Pampering Retreat for Women

Unzmarkt-Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 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 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

Father and son - A hero's journey (without heroes?)

Transformation - Wandel - Initiation

Alkaline fasting according to Wacker

Yoga weekend on the Alster in Hamburg. Yoga, meditation, mindfulness, silence, including lunch.

Transformative Women's Retreat with the Energy of Mary Magdalene - Hiking, Yoga, Breath & Energy Work

Soul & Yin Yoga – for more ease in everyday life, featuring Ayurvedic meals

Time-out retreat by the sea, Spain Yoga, wellness, well-being, nature, community – Casa el Morisco

Windsurfing am Gardasee in Torbole - Italien

Let yourself be guided and moved by the image toward your own innate qualities GUIDED PAINTING in Münster

Soul & Yin Yoga – Feel More Lightness – With Ayurvedic Meals

Buchinger wellness fasting

Argentine Tango for Beginners in Umbria

❤️‍🔥Heart cleansing—1:1 for detachment and a free heart

Discover ALPEN.KRAFT. in Bad Hofgastein

🌿Herbal knowledge & forest bathing retreat in Styria

Mindfulness-based coaching - individual retreat on Mallorca

Heartfire · A Breathwork Journey to Open the Heart and Find Inner Clarity | Women's Retreat at ASHRAM MALLORCA

Nature Flow - The Nature Resilience Retreat

Yoga summer retreat by the sea

Wellness Getaway: Wellness retreat including a salt cave, detox foot bath, and full-spectrum infrared cabin / Single room

Time out in the swan's nest by the lake - choose your own retreat modules - for you alone or as a couple

Body language - body architecture

👣 Transition time 1:1 Nature retreat for life transitions

♀️ Women's Power - 1:1 Pampering Retreat for Women

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