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

Inner peace with Qi Gong & meditation

Aschau im Chiemgau, Germany

$846 / 5 Days

Ayurveda fasting vacation - vegetable fasting with the veggie pros

Bad Wörishofen, Germany

$1,269 / 8 Days

🧘🏼‍♀️ Trauma-informed yoga 1:1 retreat in the countryside—feel safe in your body

Frauenburg, Austria

$699 / 3 Days

Creative project design

Medulin, Croatia

$3,528 / 4 Days

Yoga retreat for pregnant women

Obertrum am See, Austria

$411 / 3 Days

4-day media ART retreat, including seminar in Groß-Umstadt/Wine Island by Glücksziel©

Groß-Umstadt, Germany

$1,164 / 4 Days

Stone carving for beginners

Peccia, Switzerland

$2,157 / 13 Days

Ayurveda & Balance Retreat: Your Journey to Inner Harmony and Balance at Prana Veda Bali

Bondalem, Indonesia

$1,331 / 8 Days

8-day retreat in Jordan: Yoga - sightseeing - guided meditations - sound journeys and more

Rum, Jordan

$2,703 / 8 Days

2-day retreat – The Happiness Goal Method – Offer starting at €399 in Groß-Umstadt/Weininsel from Glücksziel©

Groß-Umstadt, Germany

$1,174 / 2 Days

Love Alchemy 💖 From single to a fulfilling relationship! Change unconscious blockages in a 1:1 retreat.

Palma, Spain

$2,211 / 6 Days

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Yoga Weekend at Malgarten Monastery, Bramsche

Malgarten, Germany

$285 / 3 Days

5.0

Yoga & wellness on the island of Rügen

Kluis, Germany

$1,352 / 6 Days

KreatiFiesta - Drawing strength with color

Mauth, Germany

$376 / 3 Days

Women's retreat in Gran Canaria

San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Spain

$1,470 / 8 Days

♡ Yoga or Pilates & Fitness: Your time to relax in Ibiza, in German, with ♡ (all levels)

Ibiza, Spain

$1,146 / 7 Days

Separation - and now? - Acute support (individual coaching on site, plus online support or online)

Krakow am See, Germany

$1,434 / 3 Days

RETREAT: TIME OUT WITH HORSES JUST FOR YOU

Wiesenburg/Mark, Germany

$1,046 / 3 Days

5.0

Authentic Ayurveda treatment in the beautiful shining land

Kosgoda, Sri Lanka

$2,199 / 14 Days

FASTING HIKES IN SPAIN - Detox Fasting in ANDALUSIA

Salobreña, Spain

$2,351 / 7 Days

3 days/ 12 hours individual coaching Systemic relationships and belief system work

Wäschenbeuren, Germany

$1,170 / 3 Days

5.0

Soul & Yin Yoga – Feel More Lightness – With Ayurvedic Meals

Salzbergen, Germany

$299 / 3 Days

Weekend retreat | 2 days of profound 1:1 transformation in Mallorca

Cas Concos, Spain

$493 / 2 Days

Training and further education to become a spiritual healer "Find your true destiny" (7 months)

Grosselfingen, Germany

$6,468 / 15 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 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.