7-Day Yoga & Meditation Escape in the French Alps

The retreat runs over seven days and six nights, with two yoga classes a day. Mornings typically start with an energizing asana session, and evenings close with meditation. Afternoons are often given over to workshops on yoga philosophy or to free time, so you can walk in the forest, visit the on-site café, or take a short trip to Chamonix. The teaching is led by Prachi and Benoît, who met in an ashram in India and have been teaching for nine years each. Their approach is gentle and grounded, with a strong emphasis on the traditional roots of yoga. One guest described it as 'not the physically intense, performance-oriented style you often find in many American studios. It is gentle, soft, and grounded, but still very powerful.' The small group size means sessions often feel like private classes, with plenty of personal attention. The retreat also includes special extras like cold water therapy and workshops on yogic philosophy, which add depth to the practice. The property itself is a recently restored building with a vegetarian café, a garden, and free wifi. It's located in the Haute Savoie region, between Geneva and Chamonix, making it a convenient base for exploring the Alps or simply enjoying the stillness of the mountains.

What's included

- 6 nights accommodation - 2 daily meals (brunch and dinner) - Water, tea, and coffee throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Yogic philosophy class - Cold water therapy session - Specialized workshops - Pre and post retreat support - Free parking - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Airport transfers (taxi 130€ one way, train pick-up 10€) - Flights - Visa fees - Travel insurance - Additional treatments (e.g., massage) - Additional activities not in the itinerary