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:

ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

Firenze, Italy

from $1,178 / 5 Days

Week-long holiday program: Italian language and culture in Florence

Firenze, Italy

from $577 / 5 Days

1:1 support for current challenges - coaching, support & advice for 4 weeks

Graz, Austria

from $1,721 / 28 Days

Time for two Wellness break including 2 treatments

Kiel, Germany

from $494 / 27 Days

Yoga retreat Yoga & Ayurveda cooking retreat with mindfulness & movement

Chiemsee, Germany

from $842 / 3 Days

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

Zahora, Spain

from $797 / 7 Days

Gerd Bodhi Ziegler - Intensive weekend

Nenzing, Austria

from $345 / 2 Days

Quantum leap to freedom

Witten-Herbede, Germany

from $808 / 3 Days

Jewelry enameling for beginners and advanced students

Meezen, Germany

from $1,039 / 3 Days

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

St Florian, Austria

from $379 / 2 Days

Clear your Vision - 1:1 Wandercoaching

Tschagguns, Austria

from $566 / 3 Days

Creative workshop calligraphy and paper with Birgit Nass

Meezen, Germany

from $1,074 / 4 Days

ITALIAN CULTURE COURSES ONLINE

Florenz, Italy

from $404 / 10 Days

Silicone: impression technique and reproduction

Peccia, Switzerland

from $1,077 / 6 Days

Creative journey to yourself | Vision workshop

Fronreute, Germany

from $1,502 / 2 Days

BHASKARA - SOUND OF SILENCE RETREAT A weekend for your time out and regeneration.

Bad Dürrnberg, Austria

from $196 / 3 Days

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

Palma, Spain

from $1,143 / 3 Days

A Spanish weekend in touch with your own inner team

Velez Malaga, Spain

from $554 / 2 Days

A JOURNEY THROUGH THE 7 CHAKRAS

Schollbrunn, Germany

from $566 / 3 Days

Time out at the alpaca farm

St. Peter ob Judenburg, Austria

from $231 / 2 Days

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

Palma, Spain

from $1,963 / 4 Days

SOLUTION-FOCUSED ART THERAPY LOM®live for professionals (interested in training) in Crete

Mariou, Greece

from $831 / 6 Days

Awakening Colors - Meditation meets painting on Corfu

Agios Stefanos Avliotes, Kerkyra, Greece

from $519 / 8 Days

Dein exklusives Pre-Wedding Retreat in Palma

Palma, Spain

from $797 / 3 Days

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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 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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ReinassArt: combined art program in Florence

Week-long holiday program: Italian language and culture in Florence

1:1 support for current challenges - coaching, support & advice for 4 weeks

Time for two Wellness break including 2 treatments

Yoga retreat Yoga & Ayurveda cooking retreat with mindfulness & movement