Wellness Escape: Yoga and Coastal Hiking Retreat in the Algarve, Portugal

The retreat is based at a spacious, air-conditioned villa in Budens, right on the edge of the Costa Vicentina Natural Reserve. The property has five comfortable rooms, most with direct access to the pool, plus several terraces, a lawn, and secluded corners for reading or meditation. The communal kitchen is fully equipped for guests to prepare their own snacks or meals, and the lounge, with its fireplace and large sofas, is a good spot to relax in the evening. Guests praise the food highly, describing it as 'exceptional,' with each meal 'an experience.' Mornings begin with a yoga session that prepares your body for the day’s hike—a guided walk along the coastline, through valleys and to hidden beaches. Your guide knows the area well and will take you to spots you wouldn’t find on your own. After a healthy lunch back at the villa or as a packed meal on the trail, afternoons are free until the evening Yin Yoga session, which helps soothe muscles and calm the mind. Dinners are a social occasion, either on the villa’s terrace with its sea views or at one of the local restaurants that serve typical Portuguese seafood and grilled dishes. The hosts, including Jens, are known for their warm hospitality, and the retreat has a strong reputation for being welcoming, especially to solo travelers.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation in a shared or private room - Daily yoga classes (morning and evening on 5 days) - 7 organic breakfasts - 5 healthy lunches - Welcome BBQ dinner - Portuguese seafood lunch or dinner event - 5 guided hiking tours - Welcome drink - Coffee, tea, and fresh fruits available all day - Use of all villa facilities (pool, garden, kitchen) - Free wifi - Luggage storage

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Airport transfer (available for €90 per person) - Optional activities (surfing, mountain biking, golf, kayaking) - Meals not mentioned in the itinerary (some dinners) - Personal expenses and gratuities