14-Day Luxury Yoga and Wellness Escape in the Algarve, Portugal

The retreat is based at Monte Sobradhino, a gated 3-acre estate high in the hills of Loulé, about 25 minutes from Faro airport. It has coastal views over the Algarve, sunlit indoor and outdoor yoga spaces, a saltwater infinity pool, and gardens with Bali beds for afternoon rests. All meals are taken together on the terrace, and the whole property is shared only by the retreat and training group, so it feels private and uncrowded.

The structure is what makes this different from a standard yoga holiday: it's a genuine immersion into a teacher training environment, led by founder Dr. Liz Lindh, who has run accredited trainings for over a decade and certified more than 1,200 students from nearly 50 countries. She brings a strong academic background—she's a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine—into the classes, which weave classical yoga philosophy with applied anatomy and modern somatic work. You're free to sit in on any of it, or none of it.

Food is a highlight in its own right. Gaia Gourmet serves three vegan and gluten-free meals a day, drawing on Ayurvedic principles and global cuisines. Menus have included meals like Chana Masala with Caribbean Coconut Rice, Pesto Primavera Lasagna, and Leek and White Bean Cassoulet with a vegan biscuit. Breakfast is a buffet with overnight oats, fresh fruit, multigrain bread, and the option of eggs and local cheeses.

The location gives you real variety for your free time. The estate is 15 minutes from the Loulé train station and close to a string of beach towns along the Algarve coast. Popular excursions on the Saturday day off include hiking the Seven Hanging Valleys coastal trail, exploring the Saturday market in Loulé, and visiting Ria Formosa National Park for beaches and dolphin-watching.

What's included

- 4 to 13 nights accommodation in a single or shared room at Monte Sobradhino estate - 3 daily delicious and nutritious plant-based meals - Fruit and snacks available all day - Water, tea, and coffee served throughout the day - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - Daily pranayama classes - Weekend/day off excursions - Group excursions and activities - Specialized workshops - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Opening ceremony with intention-setting - Yoga Alliance Continuing Education credits according to retreat duration and activity - Pre and post retreat support from the team - Use of provided yoga props (blocks, straps, bolsters) - Light daily housekeeping and weekly self-serve laundry with detergent - Wi-Fi access in designated areas - Parking - On-site support from staff and facilitators

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional treatments - Additional activities not included in the itinerary