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.

ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$1,194 / 5 Days

LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!

Mariou, Greece

$843 / 6 Days

Get back to your center - 3 individual coaching appointments just for you!

Grosselfingen, Germany

$351 / 3 Days

ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential

Zahora, Spain

$808 / 7 Days

Women's circle at Wasserburg Castle – One aspect of resilience early-bird-price

Netphen, Germany

$254 / 2 Days

7 DAY ALIGNED DUALITY MARRAKECH YOGA RETREAT 2-8 MAY 2026

Marrakech, Morocco

$994 / 7 Days

Clarity Retreat: 2 days to make sustainable decisions

Graz, Austria

$1,159 / 2 Days

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$808 / 2 Days

Your colorful weekend retreat for more joy in life

Radebeul, Germany

$175 / 2 Days

5 days/17 hours of individual coaching: Systemic grounding, relationship work, and core beliefs

Wäschenbeuren, Germany

$1,627 / 5 Days

Quantum leap to freedom

Witten-Herbede, Germany

$819 / 3 Days

Blossoming together: online retreat - regulating stress/strengthening resilience/developing potential

St Florian, Austria

$384 / 2 Days

Ceramic surface design with Nana König for beginners and advanced students

Meezen, Germany

$983 / 3 Days

Clear your Vision - 1:1 Wandercoaching

Tschagguns, Austria

$573 / 3 Days

ITALIAN CULTURE COURSES ONLINE

Florenz, Italy

$409 / 10 Days

Aktmodellieren I - Sommerakademie

Peccia, Switzerland

$1,064 / 6 Days

Stone carving for advanced students I - Repetition

Peccia, Switzerland

$2,129 / 13 Days

Creative journey to yourself | Vision workshop

Fronreute, Germany

$1,522 / 2 Days

☆☆☆ BHASKARA ☆☆☆ The Sound of Silence - A Retreat to Nourish Body, Mind, and Soul.

Bad Dürrnberg, Austria

~~$257~~ $222 Early Bird / 3 Days

Modeling and plaster casting (basics) - Art week in Ticino

Peccia, Switzerland

$1,064 / 6 Days

"Time for us" - A retreat for couples who want to deepen their connection and leave everyday life behind.

Palma, Spain

$1,159 / 3 Days

A JOURNEY THROUGH THE 7 CHAKRAS

Schollbrunn, Germany

$573 / 3 Days

Heal your attachment wounds - Create fulfilling relationships at last (1:1 retreat)

Palma, Spain

$1,989 / 4 Days

Awakening Colors - Meditation meets painting on Corfu

Agios Stefanos Avliotes, Kerkyra, Greece

$527 / 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

ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

LOM® advanced training SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY for professionals in CRETE!!!

Get back to your center - 3 individual coaching appointments just for you!

ONLINE COURSE MEDIAL ENERGY WORK & SELF HEALING - Awaken your healing power & your creative potential

Women's circle at Wasserburg Castle – One aspect of resilience *early-bird-price*

7 DAY ALIGNED DUALITY MARRAKECH YOGA RETREAT 2-8 MAY 2026

Clarity Retreat: 2 days to make sustainable decisions

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Your colorful weekend retreat for more joy in life

5 days/17 hours of individual coaching: Systemic grounding, relationship work, and core beliefs

Quantum leap to freedom

Blossoming together: online retreat - regulating stress/strengthening resilience/developing potential

Ceramic surface design with Nana König for beginners and advanced students

Clear your Vision - 1:1 Wandercoaching

ITALIAN CULTURE COURSES ONLINE

Aktmodellieren I - Sommerakademie

Stone carving for advanced students I - Repetition

Creative journey to yourself | Vision workshop

☆☆☆ BHASKARA ☆☆☆ The Sound of Silence - A Retreat to Nourish Body, Mind, and Soul.

Modeling and plaster casting (basics) - Art week in Ticino

"Time for us" - A retreat for couples who want to deepen their connection and leave everyday life behind.

A JOURNEY THROUGH THE 7 CHAKRAS

Heal your attachment wounds - Create fulfilling relationships at last (1:1 retreat)

Awakening Colors - Meditation meets painting on Corfu

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