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.

515 curated retreats 4.8 (634 reviews) from €90

Golden Midweek Special inkl. 3/4-Verwöhnpension

Lech, Austria

$943 / 4 Days

5-day Pilates and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

$1,680 / 5 Days

Yoga Holiday in Essaouira, Marocco, UNESCO site

Essaouira, Morocco

$878 / 8 Days

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

Ribeira da Janela, Portugal

$701 / 10 Days

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

Pollensa, Spain

$527 / 2 Days

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

Mariou, Greece

$843 / 6 Days

Ski & Relax Weekend including 2-day ski pass

Lech, Austria

$1,442 / 4 Days

Yoga, personal development, and savoir-vivre for women on the Atlantic coast

Lacanau, France

$925 / 6 Days

Solo Retreat Regeneration Days "Life Energy"

Aljezur, Portugal

$1,393 / 5 Days

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking on Mallorca

Pollensa, Spain

$527 / 2 Days

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

Sao Luis, Portugal

$975 / 6 Days

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

Lech, Austria

$1,096 / 4 Days

Solo retreat "Relaxation and well-being days"

Aljezur, Portugal

$808 / 3 Days

Mountain retreat "Wilderness Yoga" in the Bavarian Alps

Berchtesgaden, Germany

$972 / 4 Days

BATIK COURSE WITH COLD METHOD IN FLORENCE

Florenz, Italy

$691 / 3 Days

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

Elend, Germany

$935 / 4 Days

Advanced training for yoga teachers - Medial Energy Yoga & Healing Meditation

Zahora, Spain

$1,510 / 6 Days

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

Mariou, Greece

$761 / 6 Days

Butterfly Retreat - Self-development with breathwork

Agios Georgios, Greece

$1,827 / 7 Days

YOUR TIME OUT FOR A NEW START ON THE MAGICAL ISLAND OF IBIZA

Ibiza , Spain

$1,301 / 5 Days

THE RESET - 5-Day 1-on-1 Nervous System Reset in Mallorca

Portals Nous, Spain

$3,279 / 5 Days

6 Day Ayurveda, Meditation, and Yoga Holiday in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh

Kathmandu, Nepal

$500 / 6 Days

Free skiing—we'll give you your ski pass!

Lech, Austria

$1,038 / 4 Days

The Tellington Method - with Eva Lorenz

Lech, Austria

$1,189 / 4 Days

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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 1237 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 October 2026

Golden Midweek Special inkl. 3/4-Verwöhnpension

5-day Pilates and wellness vacation in northern Tenerife

Yoga Holiday in Essaouira, Marocco, UNESCO site

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

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

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

Ski & Relax Weekend including 2-day ski pass

Yoga, personal development, and savoir-vivre for women on the Atlantic coast

Solo Retreat Regeneration Days "Life Energy"

WALK & BREATHE. Mindfulness & hiking on Mallorca

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

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

Solo retreat "Relaxation and well-being days"

Mountain retreat "Wilderness Yoga" in the Bavarian Alps

BATIK COURSE WITH COLD METHOD IN FLORENCE

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

Advanced training for yoga teachers - Medial Energy Yoga & Healing Meditation

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

Butterfly Retreat - Self-development with breathwork

YOUR TIME OUT FOR A NEW START ON THE MAGICAL ISLAND OF IBIZA

THE RESET - 5-Day 1-on-1 Nervous System Reset in Mallorca

6 Day Ayurveda, Meditation, and Yoga Holiday in Kathmandu, Bagmati Pradesh

Free skiing—we'll give you your ski pass!

The Tellington Method - with Eva Lorenz

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