Yoga in Portugal
May 29 – June 5, 2024
All inclusive journey to serenity
May 29-June 5, 2024
Step outside your daily routine and immerse in the beauty of a place that feels far away. Breathe in the fresh air from the surrounding forest, admire the awe-inspiring coastline, take a short walk to go back in time at the picturesque village nearby. With plenty of time and space to relax, rest, and take care of yourself, you will feel renewed, inspired, and recharged. Two daily satisfying yoga sessions with Rubén Vásquez will guide you to erase stress while effectively enhancing flexibility, improving circulation, and feeling a deep sense of serenity.
Wonderful Location: Alentejo
Our retreat villa is a private paradise located in the protected area of Costa Vicentina, in Southwest Portugal, ideally situated between countryside and the beach. In addition to a dramatic coastline and rolling plains, Alentejo is also known for cork oak groves, fields of wheat, olive orchards, vineyards and more than 6000 years of history dating back to the Stone Age.
Nestled in a private forest, you will find all the amenities you need to feel pampered: beautiful rooms, very comfortable beds with top-quality linens, truly delicious local food, a gorgeous social area,an inviting pool to soak in the sun, and lounge areas where you can feel at one with nature to rest, read or just chill.
Our hosts have made every effort to craft a destination for responsible and sustainable tourism where you can enjoy the beauty of a unique place which supports sound environmental initiatives (solar power, organic farming, regenerative foresting, composting, wildlife protection, ecological soaps and detergents, recycling, and more). Celebrate the local heritage by supporting local artisans, community farming, and local businesses. This way of traveling feels good and makes a difference!
Retreat Schedule (tentative)
Arrival
1 pm Meet at the Lisbon airport, to take our private shuttle to our villa
3 – 4pm Arrival at our retreat villa
5:30pm – 7pm Evening Yoga session
8pm Delicious Dinner
8am – 9:30am Morning Yoga session
9:45am Delightful Brunch
11am Open time to relax, explore, read,..
4pm – 5:30pm Evening Yoga session
6:30pm Delicious Dinner
8am – 9:30am Morning Yoga session
9:45am Delightful Brunch
11am Excursion to bread and cheese artisans
4pm – 5:30pm Evening Yoga session
6:30pm Delicious Dinner
8am – 9:30am Morning Yoga session
9:45am Delightful Brunch
11am Open time to relax, explore, read,..
4pm – 5:30pm Evening Yoga session
6:30pm Delicious Dinner
8am – 9:30am Morning Yoga session
9:45am Delightful Brunch
11am Excursion to Fisherman’s trail, hiking, beach and more…
4pm – 5:30pm Evening Yoga session
6:30pm Delicious Dinner
8am – 9:30am Morning Yoga session
9:45am Delightful Brunch
11am Open time to relax, explore, read,..
4pm – 5:30pm Evening Yoga session
6:30pm Delicious Dinner
8am – 9:30am Morning Yoga session
9:45am Delightful Brunch
11am Excursion to local artisans, weaver, ceramist and leather
4pm – 5:30pm Evening Yoga session
6:30pm Delicious Dinner
7am Morning Yoga session
9am Delightful Brunch
10 – 11am Departure for Lisbon
1pm Arrival at Lisbon airport, Humberto Delgado
Joyful journey onward…
This is the Retreat for You
A yoga retreat is a powerful journey to discover your internal source of deep peace, balance and joy. Just as most yoga teachers make sure to reduce distractions in yoga classes so that students can focus on their practice, I know that it can be daunting to navigate all the details of traveling to another country. No need to worry. I will take care of all of the in-country arrangements to ensure that you have a smooth journey.
With many years of experience traveling and living in Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the U.S., I am skilled at providing a worry-free, distraction-free retreat. I will also be glad to help you as you prepare for the trip and during your stay. I have crafted a fulfilling, enriching and rewarding experience for you, and I will ensure that you will get the most out of your retreat.
As always, our yoga practice will be tailored specifically for our small group so that even if you don’t practice yoga regularly,or even if you believe that you are not flexible or in shape, you will certainly be able to practice and savor the benefits of Rubén’s effective and enjoyable approach, which has been tested for more than 20 years.
Activities for Everyone
- 2 Daily yoga and meditation sessions tailored to meet the needs of the group
- Excursion to meet local bread and cheese artisans
- Fisherman’s Trail Excursion, easy hike, beach
- Tour to meet local artisans:textiles, ceramics and leather
- 9 acres of forest to explore in the estate and nearby areas
- Swimming pool
- Easy walk to Cercal do Alentejo (15 minutes)
- Fitness/gym room
- Private yoga session with Rubén (additional fee)
- Horseback riding and lessons (additional fee)
- Massage (additional fee)
- Bike rental (additional fee)
- Excursions to nearby areas (additional fee)
- Wine tasting (additional fee)
- Surfing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding (additional fee)
Important Dates
Registration opens: August 22, 2023
Registration is secured with deposit of $600
Only 14 participants
If desired, installments can be paid before March 1, 2024
Deadline to pay balance: Friday, March 1, 2024
Registrations accepted after March 1, 2024 depending on availability
Retreat begins on Wednesday May 29, meeting in Lisbon
Retreat ends on Wednesday June 5 with return to Lisbon
Yoga in Portugal
May 29 – June 5, 2023
$2375
Per person in Shared double room
$2695
Per person for single room
To make your trip most enjoyable the group is small, so don’t wait, reserve your place today!
Cost of the Retreat Includes
- Beautiful and comfortable accommodations
- 2 Generous organic meals daily at the retreat venue (brunch & dinner)
- 2 Daily Yoga Sessions with Rubén
- Use of yoga mats, blocks and blankets
- Excursion to meet local bread and cheese artisans
- Refreshing swimming pool
- Tour to meet local artisans in textiles, ceramics and leather
- 9 acres of forest to explore in the estate and nearby areas
- Fisherman’s Trail Excursion, easy hike and spectacular beach
- Self-guided historical trails
- Easy walk to the nearest town, Cercal
- Complete fitness gym
- Local taxes
- Plenty of time to enjoy and relax
- Airport transfer with the group between retreat venue and Lisbon
Don’t Wait.
Spots Are Limited.
Join our group for this exclusive and transformational yoga retreat. I intentionally keep the groups small so everyone can relax, restore and heal their bodies and minds in good company.
— Rubén Vásquez
