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.

527 curated retreats 4.8 (634 reviews) from €90

Aerial Yoga Retreat / Weekend - Aerial Yin Yoga und Inversions

Luzern, Switzerland

$783 / 3 Days

Quiet days in the Mühlviertel

Altenfelden , Austria

$935 / 5 Days

Self-determined living in harmony with your soul - coaching & time out in nature

Krakow am See, Germany

$2,081 / 7 Days

5.0

Meditative self-reflection at the Bavarian Forest National Park

St. Oswald Riedlhütte, Germany

$1,705 / 8 Days

5.0

3 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

Sachsenheim, Germany

$346 / 3 Days

4.9

Individual Fasting Retreat: Shadow Work & Spiritual Clarity

Waldheim, Germany

$1,468 / 7 Days

5.0

WOMB & VCOICE FRAUEN RETREAT

Reichelsheim (Odenwald), Germany

$258 / 3 Days

🌿 Nature & Yoga - A Retreat That Gets You Moving

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$251 / 3 Days

7-DAY YOGA RETREAT featuring hiking, communication workshops, personal development, a cooking class, fun, and depth!

Saint Jeannet, France

$1,176 / 7 Days

4.9

LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - Psychological coaching retreat with breathwork and yoga in Greece

Andros, Greece

$2,928 / 7 Days

5.0

Time out in the fairy tale cabin—choose your own retreat modules—for yourself or for two

Biedenkopf, Germany

$329 / 3 Days

5.0

1:1 Retreat "Shamanic Medicine Wheel" – Your Exclusive Healing Journey (max. 2 people)

Rösrath, Germany

$1,058 / 4 Days

💫 1-week yoga teacher training week – flexible, intensive & recognized

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$954 / 28 Days

shepherd's retreat at the Alpkahof in Erfaus

Serfaus, Austria

$2,822 / 4 Days

3-5 days of yoga, meditation, energy work | Deluxe Gourmet SPA Awards Hotel | Bregenzerwald, near Switzerland

Mellau, Austria

$1,491 / 4 Days

5.0

A Yoga Retreat at the Castle – For Everyone Who "Never" Has Time

Kallmünz, Germany

$199 / 3 Days

5.0

5 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

Sachsenheim, Germany

$611 / 5 Days

5.0

PILATES Body Balance inkl. Hotel

Neumarkt in der Steiermark, Austria

$1,540 / 8 Days

5.0

Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat

Schorfheide, Germany

$570 / 3 Days

5.0

3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health

Sachsenheim, Germany

$341 / 3 Days

4.8

Mindfulness for stress management in a Buddhist monastery

Wald-Michelbach, Germany

$529 / 5 Days

5.0

YOGA meets YOU – Detox and energy at the Deluxe Seehotel am Kaiserstrand, Lake Constance

Lochau, Austria

$1,293 / 5 Days

Ouranos Club - A Place to Meet

Agios Stefanos, Greece

$835 / 8 Days

4.5

3 days - Yoga therapy retreat to strengthen the immune system and resilience

Sachsenheim, Germany

$346 / 3 Days

5.0

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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 1217 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 €3.250 – 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

Aerial Yoga Retreat / Weekend - Aerial Yin Yoga und Inversions

Quiet days in the Mühlviertel

Self-determined living in harmony with your soul - coaching & time out in nature

Meditative self-reflection at the Bavarian Forest National Park

3 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

Individual Fasting Retreat: Shadow Work & Spiritual Clarity

WOMB & VCOICE FRAUEN RETREAT

🌿 Nature & Yoga - A Retreat That Gets You Moving

7-DAY YOGA RETREAT featuring hiking, communication workshops, personal development, a cooking class, fun, and depth!

LIVE YOUR S.E.L.F. - Psychological coaching retreat with breathwork and yoga in Greece

Time out in the fairy tale cabin—choose your own retreat modules—for yourself or for two

1:1 Retreat "Shamanic Medicine Wheel" – Your Exclusive Healing Journey (max. 2 people)

💫 1-week yoga teacher training week – flexible, intensive & recognized

shepherd's retreat at the Alpkahof in Erfaus

3-5 days of yoga, meditation, energy work | Deluxe Gourmet SPA Awards Hotel | Bregenzerwald, near Switzerland

A Yoga Retreat at the Castle – For Everyone Who "Never" Has Time

5 days of yoga and hiking – inspiration for creative living in Stromberg Nature Park

PILATES Body Balance inkl. Hotel

Yoga & Ayurveda Hormone Balance Retreat

3-Day Yoga Therapy Retreat to Promote Mental Health

Mindfulness for stress management in a Buddhist monastery

YOGA meets YOU – Detox and energy at the Deluxe Seehotel am Kaiserstrand, Lake Constance

Ouranos Club - A Place to Meet

3 days - Yoga therapy retreat to strengthen the immune system and resilience

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