7 Day Juice Fasting, Yoga & Ayurveda Detox Retreat in Gozo, Malta

Shesha Veda sits in the countryside near San Lawrenz on Gozo, a small island off Malta known for its quiet roads, stone walls, and sea views. The retreat brings together three things: a daily one-hour Ayurvedic treatment, morning yoga and meditation, and a juice fast that runs from arrival to departure. You won't eat solid food for the week, but the juices are fresh, plant-based, and come with herbal teas and vegetable broths, so it's not a stark water fast—just a break for your digestive system.

The Ayurvedic treatments are the reason most guests book. Therapists Arun and Mayadevi trained in Kerala and have each practiced for over twenty years, and they work from a plan that's adapted to your body and needs. You might receive Abhyanga, a warm oil massage; Shirodhara, where warm oil streams over your forehead; herbal body treatments; or Ayurvedic steam therapy. Treatments happen in the late morning, followed by a rest period so your body can absorb them. You'll also have a consultation with Dr. M. Dinesh Kumar, a senior Ayurvedic physician based in Kerala, who joins online to assess your constitution and shape your treatment plan.

Your mornings begin with a gentle yoga and meditation session led by Michelle Bartolo or Wendy, both experienced teachers who blend Vinyasa, Kundalini, Hatha, and Restorative styles. This isn't athletic yoga—it's about breath, stillness, and easing into the day. Lunch is the day's only main meal: a warm, simple dish like kitchari or a light soup, eaten around midday. Evenings are calm, with herbal tea, possibly a short guided reflection, and early nights.

The retreat is deliberately unstructured. Afternoons are free for swimming in the pool, walking into the nearby village of Gharb, or napping. The hosts encourage you to rest, and there's no pressure to join every activity. Guests come alone more often than not, and solo travelers find it easy to settle in because the team is attentive without being intrusive. Kristin and Christian started Shesha Veda after Christian's Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis led them to a Panchakarma treatment in India; they've built the retreat around that same kind of gentle, traditional care.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation at Shesha Veda - Daily 60-minute Ayurvedic treatment - Freshly pressed juices, herbal teas, and wellness drinks throughout the day - Daily morning yoga and meditation classes - Ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Dinesh - Use of pool, gardens, terraces, and relaxation areas - Wifi connection - 30-minute massage

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Airport transfers (available at €180 return) - Optional extra massage or spa treatments