The best retreat vacations October 2026

Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul October 2026. You have a choice of different areas: Yoga and detox, creative living or detoxifying activity. It's all about your well-being.

472 Offers for:

Art of Living Silence Retreat - Silence in the Black Forest with meditation, breathing techniques & yoga

Oppenau, Germany

from $785 / 5 Days

4.9

Monastery time-out yoga/mindfulness/stress management - health insurance prevention subsidy

Kall, Germany

from $254 / 3 Days

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

from $277 / 3 Days

4.9

Soul & Yin Yoga - for more lightness & joie de vivre in the idyllic Münsterland region

Steinfurt, Germany

from $294 / 3 Days

5.0

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

from $277 / 3 Days

THE POWER OF CALM - Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Mind Detox & Hiking - at the monastery (Eifel)

Kall, Germany

from $456 / 5 Days

4.7

Women's retreat "Time for me"

Flechtingen, Germany

from $448 / 3 Days

Individual retreat with your dog-your time out for inner clarification

Eltmann, Germany

from $384 / 3 Days

5.0

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Sachrang, Germany

from $669 / 5 Days

4.7

Mindfulness retreat in silence

Schlangenbad, Germany

from $334 / 3 Days

Monastery retreat (Münsterland): Slow & Yin Yoga, mindfulness, meditation—strengthen your inner peace

Glandorf, Germany

from $277 / 3 Days

🌸 Inner Balance – Your mindful yoga vacation week

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

from $452 / 6 Days

4.5

6 days of pottery and weight loss or healthy eating

Weilrod, Germany

from $600 / 7 Days

4.7

"Your Individual Retreat - Living Yoga in the Ashram"

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

from $106 / 3 Days

5.0

Yoga & Relaxation Getaway Mallorca

Montuiri, Spain

from $866 / 5 Days

4.1

🌺 Yoga retreat for beginners - Yoga & meditation for greater balance

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

from $190 / 3 Days

4.4

Journey to yourself Healing on all levels

Bentota, Sri Lanka

from $2,272 / 17 Days

5.0

Three days just for me! – Recharging my batteries at the monastery

Wald-Michelbach, Germany

from $400 / 3 Days

4.9

Wellness days with yoga, mantras, and music

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

from $652 / 4 Days

Timeless energy: rejuvenation with yoga and Ayurveda

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

from $652 / 4 Days

In your own flow of movement with yoga, Pilates, and dance

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

from $652 / 4 Days

Vipassana Meditation Silent Course

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

from $247 / 3 Days

4.7

The Five Animals of Shaolin Qi Gong

Altenfelden, Austria

from $831 / 5 Days

5.0

"Your Individual Retreat - Finding Your Inner Center Through Meditation"

Horn - Bad Meinberg, Germany

from $212 / 5 Days

4.8

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FAQ

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 1267 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 €78 to €2.999 – 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.

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Art of Living Silence Retreat - Silence in the Black Forest with meditation, breathing techniques & yoga

Monastery time-out yoga/mindfulness/stress management - health insurance prevention subsidy

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at the KLOSTER (Eifel) - available as a preventive course

Soul & Yin Yoga - for more lightness & joie de vivre in the idyllic Münsterland region

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course