Algarve Yoga & Meditation Wellness Retreat with Ayurvedic Living

Each day follows a steady rhythm designed to help you slow down gradually. Mornings begin with yoga — sometimes Yin for stillness and release, sometimes Vinyasa Flow for movement and breath coordination, sometimes Kundalini for energy and focus. Pranayama and breath awareness sessions run throughout the week, and meditation includes both active techniques and quieter sitting practice.

Meals are vegetarian, Ayurvedic-inspired, and timed to support the practice schedule: a nourishing breakfast after morning sessions, a substantial lunch during the main rest period, and a lighter dinner before evening silence. The food is simple — grains, pulses, vegetables, fresh fruit, soups, salads, and gentle spices — prepared to keep your energy steady without making you feel heavy before practice.

The retreat includes philosophy sessions and guided self-reflection, group sharing circles, and periods of silence. Evening meditation closes each day, and lights-out is encouraged by 9:30pm so your body can adjust to the rhythm. It's not a casual yoga holiday where you dip into a class between beach trips — the schedule is consistent and the environment is designed to support the process.

Sukhvinder Singh has been teaching yoga, meditation, and laughter yoga for nearly ten years across India, Russia, Lebanon, Taiwan, and Thailand. He holds an E-RYT 500 and YACEP certification with over 20,000 hours of teaching experience. Jan Buis brings a background in social work, group facilitation, and music, and his calm approach helps participants integrate what comes up during breathwork and reflection sessions.

The retreat suits beginners who are genuinely interested in daily practice, solo travellers looking for a structured week away, and experienced practitioners who want to go deeper without the distraction of a resort environment. No advanced yoga skill is required, but this isn't designed for anyone looking to tick 'yoga retreat' off a list — it's for people who want to actually do the work.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation (single, twin-sharing, or triple-sharing room) - 3 daily vegetarian Ayurvedic and yogic meals - Water, tea, coffee, and herbal wellness teas throughout the day - Daily yoga classes: Yin Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, and Kundalini Yoga - Daily meditation classes: active and passive practices - Daily pranayama and breath awareness sessions - Yoga philosophy and guided self-reflection sessions - Group sharing and integration circles - Evening silence and night meditation - Access to Vale das Canas retreat practice space - Access to gardens, forest walking areas, yurt, and meditation spaces - Access to magnesium pool and saltwater pool - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Parking (subject to availability) - Luggage storage - WiFi connection

What's not included

- International and domestic flights - Airport transfers (approximately €70 from Faro Airport) - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Meals or drinks outside the retreat programme - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Additional Ayurvedic treatments - Medical insurance - Extra nights before or after retreat dates - Personal expenses - Laundry - Shopping - Excursions, sightseeing, and beach trips - Taxi, train, bus, or rental car costs - Private yoga therapy sessions - Payment gateway charges or service charges if applied separately