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.

417 curated retreats 4.9 (425 reviews) from €77

A Gentle Healing and Wellness Week at the Enchanting Oasis Vidyamor on La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain

Tijarafe, Spain

~~$1,739~~ $116 Off-Season / 8 Days

2-day retreat – The Happiness Goal Method – Offer starting at €399 in Groß-Umstadt/Weininsel from Glücksziel©

Groß-Umstadt, Germany

$1,162 / 2 Days

Love Alchemy 💖 From single to a fulfilling relationship! Change unconscious blockages in a 1:1 retreat.

Palma, Spain

$2,187 / 6 Days

4.0

Fitness & Wellness Week Crete - May & September 2026

Sisi, Greece

$1,511 / 8 Days

Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)

Krakow am See, Germany

$1,419 / 3 Days

Mindfulness and a Positive Lifestyle on Sylt with Johanna Katzera

Sylt, Germany

$756 / 6 Days

5.0

RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU

Wiesenburg/Mark, Germany

$1,035 / 3 Days

5.0

5-Day Silent Retreats at Easter and Pentecost

Mondsee, Austria

$727 / 5 Days

5.0

Live your soul's path Coaching Lucerne – Guidance on the path back to yourself

Luzern, Switzerland

$1,512 / 28 Days

8-Day Yoga & Soul Retreat in Madeira

Caniçal, Portugal

$3,878 / 8 Days

Meditation in motion with the Zen martial art Seonmudo

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$622 / 4 Days

4-Day Authentic Moroccan Desert Retreat – Yoga, Nomadic Culture & Desert Glamping

Marrakesch, Morocco

$1,221 / 4 Days

3 days/ 12 hours individual coaching Systemic relationships and belief system work

Wäschenbeuren, Germany

$1,157 / 3 Days

5.0

Training and further education to become a spiritual healer "Find your true destiny" (7 months)

Grosselfingen, Germany

$6,400 / 15 Days

Systemic Constellation - One-day Seminar Cologne

Köln, Germany

$290 / 2 Days

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

Steinfurt, Germany

$296 / 3 Days

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

Salzbergen, Germany

$296 / 3 Days

Summer Yoga & Meditation Retreat by the Lake, including Ayurveda, breathwork, sound therapy, and a campfire

Strausberg, Germany

$929 / 4 Days

Darkness Medicine Journey – The Gentle Bridge to the Darkness Retreat – A Deep Reconnection with Yourself

Ahausen, Germany

$221 / 3 Days

Yoga & Pilates Sailing Week

Zadar, Croatia

$2,653 / 8 Days

De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

$2,187 / 6 Days

Desert hiking in Jordan

Wadi Rum, Jordan, Jordan

$813 / 5 Days

Personalized Cleansing & Yoga Week at the Paradise Oasis Vidyamor La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain

Tijarafe, Spain

~~$1,739~~ $116 Off-Season / 8 Days

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

Salzbergen, Germany

$296 / 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 1155 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 €77 to €525.000 – 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

A Gentle Healing and Wellness Week at the Enchanting Oasis Vidyamor on La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain

2-day retreat – The Happiness Goal Method – Offer starting at €399 in Groß-Umstadt/Weininsel from Glücksziel©

Love Alchemy 💖 From single to a fulfilling relationship! Change unconscious blockages in a 1:1 retreat.

Fitness & Wellness Week Crete - May & September 2026

Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)

Mindfulness and a Positive Lifestyle on Sylt with Johanna Katzera

RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU

5-Day Silent Retreats at Easter and Pentecost

Live your soul's path Coaching Lucerne – Guidance on the path back to yourself

8-Day Yoga & Soul Retreat in Madeira

Meditation in motion with the Zen martial art Seonmudo

4-Day Authentic Moroccan Desert Retreat – Yoga, Nomadic Culture & Desert Glamping

3 days/ 12 hours individual coaching Systemic relationships and belief system work

Training and further education to become a spiritual healer "Find your true destiny" (7 months)

Systemic Constellation - One-day Seminar Cologne

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

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

Summer Yoga & Meditation Retreat by the Lake, including Ayurveda, breathwork, sound therapy, and a campfire

Darkness Medicine Journey – The Gentle Bridge to the Darkness Retreat – A Deep Reconnection with Yourself

Yoga & Pilates Sailing Week

De-Stress Your Life - Your exclusive 1:1 journey to inner peace and serenity

Desert hiking in Jordan

Personalized Cleansing & Yoga Week at the Paradise Oasis Vidyamor La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain

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

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