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.

Nature retreat "Soul Path & Calling" in the Bavarian Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$1,159 / 4 Days

Be mindful of yourself and others

Sylt, Germany

$761 / 6 Days

8 Days Yoga Holiday on the "Island of the Poets"

Vasilika,, Greece

$878 / 8 Days

Live or ONLINE workshop "Find your true self - your soul. Your ego. Your inner child."

Grosselfingen, Germany

$644 / 2 Days

Yoga Retreat Angkor Wat, Siem Reap - 4 day Luxury Spa & Sound Healing at a 5-Star Resort

Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

$1,528 / 4 Days

Handpan retreat in Tyrol – April/May 2026

Navis, Austria

$644 / 5 Days

Men's Fitness Camp in Crete in April 26

Sisi, Greece

$1,732 / 8 Days

1 Month Yoga And Meditation Spiritual Awakening Retreat in Kathmandu

Kathmandu, Nepal

$1,700 / 28 Days

Activate your inner vitality: a personalized 6-day retreat for renewal and energy

Palma, Spain

$1,639 / 6 Days

Hormonal Harmony

Palma, Spain

$1,639 / 6 Days

Vacation seminar "How to be reborn" on La Gomera

Vueltas, Valle Gran Rey, Spain

$761 / 8 Days

Yoga & Joy of Life Retreat in Cyprus

Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus

$995 / 7 Days

Sound & color: where creativity meets mindfulness

Şirince, Türkiye

$2,225 / 6 Days

Individual painting days or individual appointments in MÜNSTER and on KRETA - painting therapy with method

Münster, Germany

$187 / 2 Days

Step by step to your own novel (individual retreat): From the idea to the scene plan

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

$1,405 / 8 Days

Learn French on vacation in France – Women's retreat in southern Champagne (individual stays also welcome)

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

$1,405 / 8 Days

Creative break for a small group, pottery with friends or family

Vetlanda, Sweden

$1,141 / 8 Days

Learn French while on vacation in France - individual stays or couples

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

$1,405 / 8 Days

River Time Retreat – Retreat into simplicity

Mecina Bombarón, Spain

$909 / 8 Days

Healing yoga teacher training in 12 modules

Schollbrunn, Germany

$573 / 3 Days

Trek to yourself

Basel, Switzerland

$878 / 2 Days

Creative, biographical, or therapeutic: writing retreat in southern Champagne (individual stay)

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

$1,405 / 8 Days

Creative ENERGY-FLOW-Retreat auf MALLROCA

Pollensa, Spain

$1,112 / 4 Days

Enjoying France together (women's camp)

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

$1,405 / 8 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

Nature retreat "Soul Path & Calling" in the Bavarian Alps

Be mindful of yourself and others

8 Days Yoga Holiday on the "Island of the Poets"

Live or ONLINE workshop "Find your true self - your soul. Your ego. Your inner child."

Yoga Retreat Angkor Wat, Siem Reap - 4 day Luxury Spa & Sound Healing at a 5-Star Resort

Handpan retreat in Tyrol – April/May 2026

Men's Fitness Camp in Crete in April 26

1 Month Yoga And Meditation Spiritual Awakening Retreat in Kathmandu

Activate your inner vitality: a personalized 6-day retreat for renewal and energy

Hormonal Harmony

Vacation seminar "How to be reborn" on La Gomera

Yoga & Joy of Life Retreat in Cyprus

Sound & color: where creativity meets mindfulness

Individual painting days or individual appointments in MÜNSTER and on KRETA - painting therapy with method

Step by step to your own novel (individual retreat): From the idea to the scene plan

Learn French on vacation in France – Women's retreat in southern Champagne (individual stays also welcome)

Creative break for a small group, pottery with friends or family

Learn French while on vacation in France - individual stays or couples

River Time Retreat – Retreat into simplicity

Healing yoga teacher training in 12 modules

Trek to yourself

Creative, biographical, or therapeutic: writing retreat in southern Champagne (individual stay)

Creative ENERGY-FLOW-Retreat auf MALLROCA

Enjoying France together (women's camp)

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