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.

471 Offers for:

5 Tibetans - Health Week with Martin Tschopp

Lech, Austria

from $1,464 / 6 Days

Creative and autobiographical writing in southern Champagne (women's retreat or individual)

Celles-en-Bassigny, France

from $1,386 / 8 Days

8 Day Hiking, Yoga, Meditation, Breathing, and Self-Realization Holiday in Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone

Kathmandu, Nepal

from $1,190 / 8 Days

Bamboo Men's Retreat

Hösbach, Germany

from $923 / 4 Days

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Berchtesgaden, Germany

from $797 / 2 Days

Golden Midweek Special inkl. 3/4-Verwöhnpension

Lech, Austria

from $931 / 4 Days

11 Day 100-Hour Multistyle Yoga Teacher Training for Beginners in Kathmandu

Kathmandu, Nepal

from $1,000 / 11 Days

Coaching Retreat South Spain - Clarity & Connection for you (or you)

Mijas, Spain

from $2,484 / 7 Days

THAT'S ME... RIGHT? Breaking old patterns in a brain-friendly way LOM® art therapy in Crete with Katina Kalpakidou

Mariou, Greece

from $831 / 6 Days

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking in Mallorca | PRIVATE RETREAT MALLORCA

Pollensa, Spain

from $519 / 2 Days

Ski & Relax Weekend including 2-day ski pass

Lech, Austria

from $1,423 / 4 Days

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

Mariou, Greece

from $831 / 6 Days

Winter Yoga #FREEDOM - 3, 4, or 7 nights

Lech, Austria

from $1,081 / 4 Days

Just Pure Being - Nature Retreat | Madeira | Portugal | 10 days

Ribeira da Janela, Portugal

from $692 / 10 Days

THE RESET - 5 days of 1:1 nervous system reset in Mallorca

Portals Nous, Spain

from $3,235 / 5 Days

Mountain retreat "Naturzeit" in the Bavarian Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

from $496 / 2 Days

Solo Retreat Regeneration Days "Life Energy"

Aljezur, Portugal

from $1,375 / 5 Days

HIKE. GROW. MOVE FORWARD. - With every step toward greater ease and strength

Elend, Germany

from $923 / 4 Days

Medial Energy Yoga & Healing Meditation Journeys - Individual training for yoga teachers

Zahora, Spain

from $1,490 / 6 Days

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking on Mallorca

Pollensa, Spain

from $519 / 2 Days

GUIDED PAINTING IN CRETE with Katina Kalpakidou - Let the picture guide you to new experiences

Mariou, Greece

from $751 / 6 Days

Free painting - hiking - yoga for women on the Atlantic coast of Portugal

Sao Luis, Portugal

from $962 / 6 Days

Butterfly Retreat - Self-development with breathwork

Agios Georgios, Greece

from $1,802 / 7 Days

Solo retreat "Relaxation and well-being days"

Aljezur, Portugal

from $797 / 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 1286 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 €2.880 – 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 October 2026

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5 Tibetans - Health Week with Martin Tschopp

Creative and autobiographical writing in southern Champagne (women's retreat or individual)

8 Day Hiking, Yoga, Meditation, Breathing, and Self-Realization Holiday in Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone

Bamboo Men's Retreat

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Golden Midweek Special inkl. 3/4-Verwöhnpension

11 Day 100-Hour Multistyle Yoga Teacher Training for Beginners in Kathmandu

Coaching Retreat South Spain - Clarity & Connection for you (or you)

THAT'S ME... RIGHT? Breaking old patterns in a brain-friendly way LOM® art therapy in Crete with Katina Kalpakidou

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking in Mallorca | PRIVATE RETREAT MALLORCA

Ski & Relax Weekend including 2-day ski pass

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

Winter Yoga #FREEDOM - 3, 4, or 7 nights

Just Pure Being - Nature Retreat | Madeira | Portugal | 10 days

THE RESET - 5 days of 1:1 nervous system reset in Mallorca

Mountain retreat "Naturzeit" in the Bavarian Alps

Solo Retreat Regeneration Days "Life Energy"

HIKE. GROW. MOVE FORWARD. - With every step toward greater ease and strength

Medial Energy Yoga & Healing Meditation Journeys - Individual training for yoga teachers

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking on Mallorca

GUIDED PAINTING IN CRETE with Katina Kalpakidou - Let the picture guide you to new experiences

Free painting - hiking - yoga for women on the Atlantic coast of Portugal

Butterfly Retreat - Self-development with breathwork

Solo retreat "Relaxation and well-being days"

Frequently asked questions

The best retreat vacations October 2026

All categories

All places

No matter when

5 Tibetans - Health Week with Martin Tschopp

Creative and autobiographical writing in southern Champagne (women's retreat or individual)

8 Day Hiking, Yoga, Meditation, Breathing, and Self-Realization Holiday in Kathmandu, Bagmati Zone

Bamboo Men's Retreat

Online retreat "Activation soul plan" with spiritual coaching

Golden Midweek Special inkl. 3/4-Verwöhnpension

11 Day 100-Hour Multistyle Yoga Teacher Training for Beginners in Kathmandu

Coaching Retreat South Spain - Clarity & Connection for you (or you)

THAT'S ME... RIGHT? Breaking old patterns in a brain-friendly way LOM® art therapy in Crete with Katina Kalpakidou

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking in Mallorca | PRIVATE RETREAT MALLORCA

Ski & Relax Weekend including 2-day ski pass

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

Winter Yoga #FREEDOM - 3, 4, or 7 nights

Just Pure Being - Nature Retreat | Madeira | Portugal | 10 days

THE RESET - 5 days of 1:1 nervous system reset in Mallorca

Mountain retreat "Naturzeit" in the Bavarian Alps

Solo Retreat Regeneration Days "Life Energy"

HIKE. GROW. MOVE FORWARD. - With every step toward greater ease and strength

Medial Energy Yoga & Healing Meditation Journeys - Individual training for yoga teachers

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking on Mallorca

GUIDED PAINTING IN CRETE with Katina Kalpakidou - Let the picture guide you to new experiences

Free painting - hiking - yoga for women on the Atlantic coast of Portugal

Butterfly Retreat - Self-development with breathwork

Solo retreat "Relaxation and well-being days"

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