5-Day Stress Management Skills Retreat in Georgia's Mountain Spa Town

The retreat is held in Borjomi, a town in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region of Georgia, known for its mineral water and laid-back pace. The whole week revolves around learning how to switch off: morning sessions focus on sound meditation, where you work with different instruments to quiet the mind, and afternoons are given over to practical stress-management workshops. The teaching is hands-on, with plenty of time to ask questions and practice what you're learning.

It's a small group, which means the instructor can shape the course around who turns up rather than sticking to a fixed script. Whether you're brand new to meditation or have been practicing for years, the aim is the same — to give you a set of straightforward tools you can reach for when life gets loud. There's also space built into the schedule to simply be in Borjomi: walks in the forest, a dip in the thermal waters, or just sitting on a bench watching the world go by.

The accommodation is simple and comfortable, a short walk from the town's main park and the famous Borjomi springs. The emphasis is on rest and recovery, not luxury. Guests consistently mention the calm — the quiet streets, the absence of noise, the feeling of being a long way from the inbox.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in Borjomi - All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) - Daily sound meditation sessions - Stress management workshops - Guided hike in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park - Airport pickup from Tbilisi on arrival day - Free cancellation

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Personal expenses - Optional spa treatments (e.g., sulphur baths) - Transfers to airport on departure (can be arranged)