The week runs at a deliberately slow pace. Each morning begins in silence, and the first outing is usually a walk to the waterfall, where the cold plunge is optional and done with care for your limits. Neeltje leads 45 minutes of yoga daily, adjusted to the group and to how the programme is going. Hanna guides the walks through the Andalusian mountains, all of them in silence, so the rhythm of walking gives whatever came up in breathwork time to settle.

Erik van Tilburg leads at least three extended breathwork sessions during the week. He works with Transformational Breath, a connected breathing style where you breathe in one continuous flowing movement without long pauses between inhale and exhale. Where it fits, he uses pressure points on the body, sound, movement and body-oriented exercises. Each session is built up and closed carefully, with attention to safety, body awareness and integration.

Plant medicine has a place in the week as well, guided by Joana, who has more than 30 years of experience in meditation, shamanic traditions and conscious work with plant medicines. Participation is your decision. Preparation beforehand and time for integration afterwards are part of how it is handled, and you discuss with the team whether taking part is safe and responsible for you.

What separates this from a bigger yoga or detox week is the scale. With seven guests maximum, there is room for personal attention in every breathwork session and the house stays calm. You follow your own process at your own pace, and nobody chases you into a class you do not want.

The setting does a lot of the work. Finca Alondra sits among ancient olive trees in a nature reserve, with mountain views, several terraces, a vegetable garden and fruit, almond and olive trees. The highest mountains in the province rise behind the property and often carry a light layer of snow in winter. Hiking routes start directly from the finca, and the white Moorish village of Canillas de Aceituno is close by.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation - All meals, except for 2 lunches in the village - Water, tea and coffee served throughout the day - Daily nature hikes with a trusted guide - Daily yoga and guided silent walks - At least three extended breathwork sessions - Preparatory breathing exercises to do at home - Personal intake conversation - Individual therapeutic integration session - Follow-up conversation around a week after returning home - Use of the swimming pool and the facilities of the finca - Specialised workshops - Transportation during the retreat - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fee - 3 lunches in a restaurant (€15–20 each) - Any optional additional activities - Plant medicine - Transport to and from the airport

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