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.

Silent Meditation Retreat - Finding inner peace through mindfulness

Nassereith, Austria

$755 / 4 Days

5.0

Shamanic Course - 4 Elements - Initiation into the Elements - Spring Special: €230

Chorin, Germany

$351 / 4 Days

5.0

🔥 Call of the Soul – your shamanic 1:1 nature retreat

Frauenburg, Austria

$696 / 3 Days

5.0

Ayurveda treatments on Mallorca

Montuïri, Spain

$2,681 / 8 Days

Breathe Yourself Free Through Breathwork, in the Allgäu

Lechbruck am See, Germany

$527 / 5 Days

A Personal 11-Day Retreat for Individuals & Couples / Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Hoisdorf, Germany

$1,404 / 11 Days

Qi Gong and resilience—for women who finally want to be there for themselves.

Zangberg, Germany

$456 / 3 Days

3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health

Sachsenheim, Germany

$339 / 3 Days

4.8

3 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

Sachsenheim, Germany

$345 / 3 Days

4.9

3 days - Yoga therapy retreat to strengthen the immune system and resilience

Sachsenheim, Germany

$345 / 3 Days

5.0

Meditation & Relaxation Retreat at the Foot of the Zahmer Kaiser, Tyrol

Ebbs, Austria

$433 / 3 Days

YOGA meets YOU – Detox and energy at the Deluxe Seehotel am Kaiserstrand, Lake Constance

Lochau, Austria

$1,288 / 5 Days

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

Hoisdorf, Germany

$1,017 / 8 Days

The inner path: uniqueness, freedom of the soul, and meditative poetry in Chiemgau

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$661 / 4 Days

Time out in the fairy tale cabin—choose your own retreat modules—for yourself or for two

Biedenkopf, Germany

$327 / 3 Days

5.0

Longevity Retreat "Naturally Vital Reset"

Fürstenfeld, Austria

$556 / 5 Days

Screen printing on paper – Creative break on the sunny island of Gotland

Lärbro, Sweden

$632 / 7 Days

Qigong, Meditation & Coaching Retreat in Portugal Mai 2026

Aljezur, Portugal

$2,330 / 8 Days

5.0

Ouranos Club - a meeting place

Agios Stefanos, Greece

$737 / 7 Days

4.5

Yoga and time for yourself at Vinnenberg Monastery

Warendorf, Germany

$281 / 3 Days

5.0

Ceramics experience course on Lanzarote

Tias, Spain

$690 / 4 Days

The Art of Encounter in Presence / Conscious Touch / Tantra Weekend with Radha

Leverkusen, Germany

$327 / 3 Days

5.0

Kyuka Surfclub – Dein Premium Surf & Soul Retreat auf Fuerteventura

Lajares, Spain

$11,593 / 8 Days

5 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

Sachsenheim, Germany

$608 / 5 Days

5.0

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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

Silent Meditation Retreat - Finding inner peace through mindfulness

Shamanic Course - 4 Elements - Initiation into the Elements - Spring Special: €230

🔥 Call of the Soul – your shamanic 1:1 nature retreat

Ayurveda treatments on Mallorca

Breathe Yourself Free Through Breathwork, in the Allgäu

A Personal 11-Day Retreat for Individuals & Couples / Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Qi Gong and resilience—for women who finally want to be there for themselves.

3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health

3 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

3 days - Yoga therapy retreat to strengthen the immune system and resilience

Meditation & Relaxation Retreat at the Foot of the Zahmer Kaiser, Tyrol

YOGA meets YOU – Detox and energy at the Deluxe Seehotel am Kaiserstrand, Lake Constance

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

The inner path: uniqueness, freedom of the soul, and meditative poetry in Chiemgau

Time out in the fairy tale cabin—choose your own retreat modules—for yourself or for two

Longevity Retreat "Naturally Vital Reset"

Screen printing on paper – Creative break on the sunny island of Gotland

Qigong, Meditation & Coaching Retreat in Portugal Mai 2026

Ouranos Club - a meeting place

Yoga and time for yourself at Vinnenberg Monastery

Ceramics experience course on Lanzarote

The Art of Encounter in Presence / Conscious Touch / Tantra Weekend with Radha

Kyuka Surfclub – Dein Premium Surf & Soul Retreat auf Fuerteventura

5 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

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