The best retreat vacations Oktober 2026

Find the best vacation offers for body, mind and soul Oktober 2026. You have a choice of different areas: Yoga and detox, creative living or detoxifying activity. It's all about your well-being.

1245 Offers for:

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

Elend, Germany

$920 / 4 Days

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

Zahora, Spain

$1,486 / 6 Days

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

Mariou, Greece

$749 / 6 Days

Women's retreat 🌿4 days for you, your feminine being, your voice, your heart & soul.

Altwigshagen, Germany

$1,094 / 4 Days

Laila's Social Media Detox Retreat: Wildlife watching in the Mecklenburg Lake District, including environmental impact assessment

Möllenbeck, Germany

$690 / 4 Days

Butterfly Retreat - Self-development with breathwork

Agios Georgios, Greece

$1,797 / 7 Days

Yin Chakra Yoga Retreat - A journey through your energy centers

Wietze, Germany

$383 / 4 Days

Discover the magic of puppet theater and puppetry in the heart of enchanting Brittany.

Coatréven, France

$461 / 4 Days

STONE and BEING - A week filled with artistic creation and encounters with oneself in Umbria

Lisciano Niccone, Italy

$1,394 / 8 Days

Source of Strength: Men's Retreat

Trier, Germany

$334 / 3 Days

A Refreshing Break by the Sea – 3 Days of Clarity with Personal Guidance

Insel Poel, Germany

$2,166 / 3 Days

Free your soul - wilderness weekend in the horse herd for women

Bad Freienwalde, Germany

$518 / 3 Days

Pentecost LOM® Days / Solution-Focused Painting Therapy

Münster, Germany

$737 / 4 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

$1,022 / 4 Days

SIGHTSEEING, YOGA, RITUALARBEIT UVM. IN UBUD, BALI

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

$149 / 4 Days

Photo course and photo workshop in Florence

Firenze, Italy

$484 / 5 Days

Retreat KRAFT, RUHE, AUFTANKEN

Immenstadt im Allgäu, Germany

$472 / 6 Days

Time out with horses - for women

Bad Freienwalde, Germany

$230 / 2 Days

The Tellington Method - with Eva Lorenz

Lech, Austria

$1,170 / 4 Days

Artistic voyage of discovery - book art and bookbinding with Anne Deuter

Meezen, Germany

$910 / 3 Days

Island time-out Norderney - exercise, mindfulness and inner balance by the sea

Norderney, Germany

$402 / 3 Days

Yoga & Hike Weekend Chamonix, France

Servoz, France

$979 / 5 Days

3 days of Juicy Yoga and Neo Vipassana - For the nervous system and inner peace

Witzenhausen, Germany

$207 / 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 1269 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 €525.000 – 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.