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.

🌙 Yin Yoga Retreat – Your strength grows in silence

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$250 / 3 Days

4.5

Your Personal Retreat – Yoga: Your Path to Inner Peace

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$333 / 7 Days

4.9

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

Horn - Bad Meinberg, Germany

$215 / 5 Days

4.8

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

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$193 / 3 Days

4.4

Yoga vacation in the Mühlviertel hills

Altenfelden, Austria

$714 / 5 Days

4.4

Personalized 6-Day Retreat for Individuals & Couples // Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Hoisdorf, Germany

$818 / 6 Days

5.0

Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali’s pristine north coast

Bondalem, Indonesia

$1,089 / 8 Days

Meet & Lead - K1 Baumhaus Bergisch Gladbach

Odenthal, Germany

$1,850 / 8 Days

🌿 Ayurveda Retreat - Renewed energy through inner balance and regeneration

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$250 / 3 Days

5.0

Recognized EDUCATIONAL LEAVE Yoga week on Sylt

Sylt, Germany

$560 / 5 Days

InspirAre Solo Retreat: Yin Yoga, inner child work, conscious manifesting Optional Soul Coaching

Stuckenborstel, Germany

$222 / 3 Days

5.0

Private 2-Week Retreat // Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Hoisdorf, Germany

$1,907 / 15 Days

5.0

7-DAY YOGA RETREAT featuring hiking, communication workshops, personal development, a cooking class, fun, and depth!

Saint Jeannet, France

$1,171 / 7 Days

4.9

Mind detox: silent retreat - with yin yoga & meditation - for more peace & clarity in the monastery

Bestwig, Germany

$286 / 3 Days

Yoga & Meditation in the Westerwald - A Break from Everyday Life

Oberlahr, Germany

$204 / 3 Days

Yoga & Relaxation Getaway Mallorca

Montuiri, Spain

$878 / 5 Days

4.1

Granite pilgrimage and yoga

Altenfelden , Austria

$714 / 5 Days

At the Rax: Spirit of India – Shiva meets Pan – Meditation – Yoga – Mantra singing – and the gods

Grünsting, Austria

$690 / 4 Days

3 or 4 days of yoga at the monastery: Strength for the body & peace for the mind

Zell am Main, Germany

$619 / 3 Days

4.9

6 Day Custom Relax Yoga & Outdoor Retreat in Tuscany, Italy

Capalbio , Italy

$1,405 / 6 Days

5.0

Finca vacation with yoga & spa in Mallorca

Montuiri, Spain

$1,440 / 8 Days

4.6

1:1 Retreat "Shamanic Medicine Wheel" – Your Exclusive Healing Journey (max. 2 people)

Rösrath, Germany

$1,053 / 4 Days

Personal Monthly Retreat for Individuals & Couples / Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Hoisdorf, Germany

$3,512 / 28 Days

Pause for thought: time for your new

Grand Est, France

$735 / 4 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

🌙 Yin Yoga Retreat – Your strength grows in silence

Your Personal Retreat – Yoga: Your Path to Inner Peace

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

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

Yoga vacation in the Mühlviertel hills

Personalized 6-Day Retreat for Individuals & Couples // Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Yoga & Reset Retreat on Bali’s pristine north coast

Meet & Lead - K1 Baumhaus Bergisch Gladbach

🌿 Ayurveda Retreat - Renewed energy through inner balance and regeneration

Recognized EDUCATIONAL LEAVE Yoga week on Sylt

InspirAre Solo Retreat: Yin Yoga, inner child work, conscious manifesting Optional Soul Coaching

Private 2-Week Retreat // Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

7-DAY YOGA RETREAT featuring hiking, communication workshops, personal development, a cooking class, fun, and depth!

Mind detox: silent retreat - with yin yoga & meditation - for more peace & clarity in the monastery

Yoga & Meditation in the Westerwald - A Break from Everyday Life

Yoga & Relaxation Getaway Mallorca

Granite pilgrimage and yoga

At the Rax: Spirit of India – Shiva meets Pan – Meditation – Yoga – Mantra singing – and the gods

3 or 4 days of yoga at the monastery: Strength for the body & peace for the mind

6 Day Custom Relax Yoga & Outdoor Retreat in Tuscany, Italy

Finca vacation with yoga & spa in Mallorca

1:1 Retreat "Shamanic Medicine Wheel" – Your Exclusive Healing Journey (max. 2 people)

Personal Monthly Retreat for Individuals & Couples / Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Pause for thought: time for your new

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