The best retreat vacations September 2026

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

558 curated retreats 4.8 (539 reviews) from €78

Art of Living Silent Retreat – Silence in the Black Forest with Meditation, Breathing Techniques, and Yoga

Oppenau, Germany

~~$703~~ $669 Frühbucher / 5 Days

4.9

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at KLOSTER (Eifel) – available as a preventive health course

Kall, Germany

$276 / 3 Days

4.9

Monastery Retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation – Mind Detox – (Health insurance coverage available)

Kall, Germany

$276 / 3 Days

A private retreat with your dog—your time away for inner clarity

Eltmann, Germany

$384 / 3 Days

5.0

Vipassana Silent Retreat – Finding Yourself in Silence

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$246 / 3 Days

4.7

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Kall, Germany

$276 / 3 Days

Your Personal Retreat – Yoga: Your Path to Inner Peace

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$328 / 7 Days

4.9

🌙 Yin Yoga Retreat – Recharge in Silence

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$246 / 3 Days

4.5

3 days just for me! – Recharge at the monastery / Last-minute spots available!

Wald-Michelbach, Germany

$400 / 3 Days

4.9

🌿 Ayurveda Retreat – Renewed Energy Through Balance, Regeneration, and Joy of Life

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$246 / 3 Days

5.0

Time for me! - Mindfulness week on La Gomera - "The journey to yourself!" 2 places available!!!

San Sebastian, La Gomera, Kanarische Inseln, Spain

$804 / 8 Days

5.0

MOUNTAIN RETREAT Zillertal 1800m | Qigong, Meditation, Sound & Hiking | RETURN TO YOURSELF

Kaltenbach , Austria

$680 / 5 Days

4.9

InspirAre Solo Retreat: Yin Yoga, Inner Child Work, Conscious Manifestation Optional Soul Coaching

Stuckenborstel, Germany

$219 / 3 Days

4.8

Kundalini yoga vacation "The five prana vayus" - self-discovery with a wellness factor

Bad Wörishofen, Germany

$841 / 5 Days

4.9

Yoga Weekend in the Mühlviertel

Altenfelden, Austria

$403 / 3 Days

5.0

"Your Personal Retreat - Experience Yoga at the Ashram"

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$106 / 3 Days

5.0

Personal 2-Week Retreat // Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

Hoisdorf, Germany

$1,879 / 15 Days

5.0

🌺 Yoga Retreat for Beginners – A Gentle Path to Greater Balance

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$190 / 3 Days

4.4

Accredited Educational Leave: Yoga Week on Sylt

Sylt, Germany

$610 / 5 Days

☀️ 7-Day Yoga Retreat – Get 2 Days Free

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$452 / 8 Days

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Sachrang, Germany

$669 / 5 Days

4.7

Ayurveda burnout prevention - the way back to yourself!

Bad Wörishofen, Germany

$1,485 / 7 Days

5.0

🌸 Yoga Retreat at the Ashram – Unwind, Let Go, Recharge

Horn-Bad Meinberg, Germany

$452 / 6 Days

4.5

6 Days of Pottery and Weight Loss or Healthy Eating

Weilrod, Germany

$600 / 7 Days

4.8

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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 1173 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 €11.900 – 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 September 2026

Art of Living Silent Retreat – Silence in the Black Forest with Meditation, Breathing Techniques, and Yoga

Soul & Yin Yoga, Mindfulness, Meditation at KLOSTER (Eifel) – available as a preventive health course

Monastery Retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation – Mind Detox – (Health insurance coverage available)

A private retreat with your dog—your time away for inner clarity

Vipassana Silent Retreat – Finding Yourself in Silence

Monastery retreat: Soul & Relax Yin Yoga, Meditation - Mind Detox - available as a preventive course

Your Personal Retreat – Yoga: Your Path to Inner Peace

🌙 Yin Yoga Retreat – Recharge in Silence

3 days just for me! – Recharge at the monastery / Last-minute spots available!

🌿 Ayurveda Retreat – Renewed Energy Through Balance, Regeneration, and Joy of Life

Time for me! - Mindfulness week on La Gomera - "The journey to yourself!" 2 places available!!!

MOUNTAIN RETREAT Zillertal 1800m | Qigong, Meditation, Sound & Hiking | RETURN TO YOURSELF

InspirAre Solo Retreat: Yin Yoga, Inner Child Work, Conscious Manifestation Optional Soul Coaching

Kundalini yoga vacation "The five prana vayus" - self-discovery with a wellness factor

Yoga Weekend in the Mühlviertel

"Your Personal Retreat - Experience Yoga at the Ashram"

Personal 2-Week Retreat // Nature, Silence & Meditation Near Hamburg

🌺 Yoga Retreat for Beginners – A Gentle Path to Greater Balance

Accredited Educational Leave: Yoga Week on Sylt

☀️ 7-Day Yoga Retreat – Get 2 Days Free

Yoga vacation in the mountains

Ayurveda burnout prevention - the way back to yourself!

🌸 Yoga Retreat at the Ashram – Unwind, Let Go, Recharge

6 Days of Pottery and Weight Loss or Healthy Eating

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