Wellness Escape with Yoga & Mountain Biking in Portugal's Algarve

Set in the southwest Algarve, on the edge of the Costa Vicentina natural reserve, this retreat blends two very different activities: morning yoga and daytime mountain biking. The combination works better than you'd expect. The yoga warms up your muscles and gets you ready for the ride, and the evening Yin Yoga soothes and relaxes your body after a day outdoors. Biking takes you along the south and west coast, through the natural reserve, to discover secluded beaches, hidden coves, lovely valleys, and picturesque fishing villages that are impossible to find on your own.

The villa itself is something special. It's fully air-conditioned, furnished to a high standard, and has a fireplace for cozy evenings. There's a large private pool with loungers, several terraces offering complete privacy, shaded areas, and a grassed lawn with nooks for relaxing or meditating. The view takes in the greens of the Parque da Floresta Golf course and stretches out to the south coast. Five comfortable rooms are decorated with care; four open directly to the pool area, and one has a private balcony.

Food is a big part of the experience. Breakfast is an organic buffet with fresh juices and green smoothies. Lunch is a healthy packed meal you can enjoy at the beach or back at the villa. There's a Brazilian welcome BBQ and a Portuguese seafood lunch. If you feel like cooking, the fully equipped kitchen is always at your disposal, and you can dine on the terrace overlooking the sea as the sun goes down. The team's chefs are creative and take pride in what they serve, and guests have described the food as 'sublime' and better than a Michelin restaurant.

The hosts are passionate about what they do, and the atmosphere is family-like. With a small group of like-minded people, it's easy to make friends. Reviews highlight the excellent value for money, the well-calibrated lessons, and the feeling of safety—especially for solo travelers. The yoga and biking guides know the area well and are happy to show you hidden gems. If you're up for even more, the team can arrange golfing, hiking, kayaking, and more.

What's included

- 8 days, 7 nights accommodation in shared or private room - 7 organic breakfasts, 5 lunches, welcome BBQ, and a seafood lunch/dinner - Coffee, tea, water, juice, and fruits available all day - 5 days of morning and evening yoga sessions - 5 surf lessons including equipment - Beach transfers to surf lessons - Video analysis of your surfing - Daily mountain biking tours with guide - Mountain bike and helmet - Use of villa amenities: pool, hammocks, chill-out areas, meditation corner, kitchen

What's not included

- Flights - Visa fees - Travel insurance - Airport transfers (available at €100 per person return) - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary