South Coast, Crete

Location:  The retreat is hosted on the wild, unspoilt south coast of Crete.  The 14 bedroom family run yoga retreat centre is located on a small cliff overlooking long beaches with a mountain backdrop; pristine beaches are minutes away.  Great yoga compliments the incredible atmosphere at this peaceful destination. People who appreciate breathtaking scenery return again and again to this area to soak up this unbelievable energy. The perfect place to rediscover yourself and enjoy a week of yoga, fun and relaxation.

Schedule for the week: There will be a twice daily practice.  We'll serve tea and fruit from 07.30 and morning practice will start at 08.30 and run until 11.00. Brunch will be served at 11.30 and there will be tea and a snack at 15.30. Evening practice will be from 17.00 to 18.30, followed by dinner at 19.30.

Other things to do:  Apart from twice daily yoga classes, guests can swim in the sparkling sea or the pool, enjoy a massage, chill in a hammock or simply sunbathe; tranquillity will find you here. Maybe you'll fancy snorkelling to meet the local sea life, taking yourself away on an exhilarating hike along an endless beach, exploring local history or just strolling to a nearby taverna.

Accommodation:  Every en suite bedroom has a stunning view of the Mediterranean from its balcony or terrace.  The rooms are simple, clean and spacious.

Meals:  The scrumptious vegetarian lunch and dinner are served buffet style with a stunning view. At all times guests are welcome to a wide range of teas, including medicinal Cretan mountain teas, as well as fresh coffee and fruit and nuts. For breakfast help yourself to muesli, fruit, freshly made yogurt, toast and local honeys and jams.

The vegetarian food will be nutritious but delicious, drawing inspiration from the Cretan diet which is reputedly the healthiest in the world. Fertile mountain slopes and bountiful sunshine produce some of the tastiest fruit and vegetables, which, when prepared with love (and local olive oil) result in mouth watering yet healthy cuisine.

What's included: Everything at the retreat is included: accommodation, meals, all yoga classes and local transfers to and from our recommended flights. The exception is massage and an optional Friday night group meal at a traditional taverna. 

Weather: The weather is highly likely to be warm and sunny for all our yoga holidays to Crete.

Note:  The retreat is non-smoking, alcohol free and vegetarian. There are tavernas within easy walk if you have any extra needs. 

If you would like to read some guest comments from our holiday here last year, please click here