5-Day Wellness Escape in Rovies: Yoga, Nature & Nourishing Greek Food

The retreat is built around a simple idea: give you a week of varied activities that help you step out of your routine and reconnect with your body. Each day has a theme. Day one is about settling in, with an opening circle and a yin yoga session to ease you in. Day two, 'Earth Day,' starts with sunrise yoga, then a hike to a waterfall where you meditate. You also get an intro to gut health nutrition talk, a journaling workshop, and an acro-yoga session. Day three, 'Water Day,' begins with a cacao ceremony, moves into dharma yoga, and includes a boat trip for swimming and snorkeling. There's a voice activation workshop and an optional yin yoga class. Day four, 'Fire Day,' involves bathing in natural hot springs, a mindful eating session, a handstand workshop, breathwork with an ice bath, and a bachata class. The last day, 'Air Day,' wraps up with sunrise vinyasa and a calisthenics workout, then a closing fire ceremony before you head back to Athens.

What makes this retreat different from others in Greece is the range of activities and the small group size. There are four instructors—Aliki, Leo, Grace, and another facilitator—for a maximum of 15 guests. That means you get proper attention, whether you're being adjusted in a yoga pose or getting feedback on your handstand. The instructors come from different backgrounds: Leo was head yoga trainer at Blok London, Grace is a former gymnast and musical theatre performer who works with breathwork and sound healing, and Aliki founded the retreat and teaches intuitive nutrition and dance.

The location is a big part of the experience. Rovies sits on the northwest coast of Euboea, an island connected to the mainland by a bridge, about two and a half hours from Athens airport. The villa has glass walls that open to sea views, a large infinity pool, and a garden with fruit trees. The infinity pool and the sky deck where you practice yoga overlook the sea, which is a stunning backdrop for morning practice. The nearest town, Limni, is a short drive away, and the famous hot springs of Aidipsos are about 30 minutes by car.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation in a shared villa - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) plus snacks - Daily yoga classes (vinyasa, dharma, yin, etc.) - 4-5 activities per day (workshops, hikes, etc.) - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Specialized workshops (journaling, voice activation, handstand, etc.) - Group excursions and activities - Airport pickup and drop-off (group transfer) - Parking - Transportation during the retreat - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Welcome drink - WiFi connection

What's not included

- Travel insurance - Flight costs - Visa fees - Massage and spa treatments (optional) - 1-to-1 sessions with instructors (optional) - Boat excursion (optional, extra cost) - Personal expenses