Alpine Yoga & Hiking Retreat in Les Gets, French Alps

Each day starts on the mat. Morning sessions on the chalet terrace or indoors run through yoga, Pilates, breathwork and meditation, depending on the day — led by instructors who adapt the class to the group. Some mornings start with sunrise yoga, others with ice baths and sauna before breakfast. Breakfast is back at the chalet: home-cooked, served family-style.

Afternoons are for hiking. Four guided walks are included, covering wildflower trails, a hike to a mountain lake for a wild swim, and the summit day up to Le Pas de l'Aigle, where you get the panoramic view across the range. One day the group crosses into Italy for a spa trip, soaking in thermal waters. Another day is deliberately left open after the morning session: lunch in Les Gets, massages in the afternoon, and downtime.

Evenings are slow. Four dinners are included, one of them a BBQ back at the chalet after the summit hike, plus a movie night. There are also a couple of meals out in town — one dinner and one lunch — which aren't covered in the price. The chalet is licensed, so wine, beer and soft drinks can be bought there rather than needing to bring your own.

The team runs a similar trip in the same location each summer. What sets it apart is the size — 12 people maximum — and the fact that the schedule flexes. If the weather turns or the group wants to linger at a swimming spot, that's accommodated. The yoga is taught in a way that works for complete beginners and long-time practitioners in the same room.

Les Gets itself is a proper alpine village, not a resort strip. From the chalet you can walk out the door onto trails, and there's access to alpine rivers and lakes nearby. The altitude keeps evenings cool — daytime temperatures in July typically sit around 20–25°C, so bring layers for the evening and a waterproof. Airport transfers are arranged as a group from Geneva, and recommended flight times are shared before travel.

What's included

- 5 nights in alpine chalet accommodation with mountain views - Two daily wellbeing sessions: yoga, Pilates, breathwork and meditation - Four guided summer mountain hikes with wild swims in alpine lakes - 5 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches and 4 dinners including BBQ night - Snacks throughout the week - Movie night - Transport to activities - Mats, props and equipment provided - A goodie bag

What's not included

- Flights and transport to and from the retreat - 1 dinner and 1 lunch out in town - Alcoholic and soft drinks (available to purchase at the chalet) - Massages - Optional activities such as mountain biking or the adventure park - Travel insurance