5 Day Women's Wellness Escape with Yoga and Meditation in Alentejo, Portugal

The retreat takes place at Monte Maravilhas, a private estate in the Alentejo region, known for its rolling hills covered in cork and olive trees. The property has three holiday homes, so the group is small and the atmosphere is peaceful. You're within easy reach of several beaches, the Arrábida National Park, and the fishing village of Sesimbra, where you can go dolphin watching or just eat fresh fish by the harbor. The daily schedule is a mix of structured activities and free time, giving you the chance to do as much or as little as you like. The program includes twice-daily yoga and meditation, a chakra balancing workshop, a shakti yoga dance workshop, and a cleaning and mantra chanting session. You'll also have a 1-hour treatment of your choice: sound healing, reiki, or Thai massage. One morning is dedicated to a stand-up paddleboard tour, and there's a cacao ceremony at some point during the week. The food is vegetarian, with an emphasis on fresh, healthy ingredients, and there are gluten-free options available. The retreat is led by Patrícia Bandeira Duarte, a senior yoga teacher with 1,000 hours of certification and over 5,000 hours of teaching experience. She's based in Lisbon, where she runs a yoga studio, and she's also certified in sound healing with gongs and singing bowls. She created Shakti Yoga Dance, a blend of yoga and dance that you'll get to try during the retreat. The retreat is designed for women who want to take a break from their daily routine, practice yoga, and spend time in nature. It's suitable for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners, since the classes are adaptable to different levels. You don't need to be super fit, but you should be comfortable with some physical activity, like walking on the beach or doing a stand-up paddleboard session.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation - Daily yoga classes - Daily meditation classes - 2 workshops (chakra balancing and open heart) - Yoga Nidra & meditation session with singing bowls - 1-hour treatment (sound healing, reiki, or Thai massage) - 1 cacao ceremony - 1 stand up paddle tour - 1 tour to Sesimbra - Welcome drink - Water, tea, and fruits served throughout the day - Wifi connection - Parking

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Airport transfers (available for €150 per person) - Optional treatments (Thai massage, Latin dance, extra nights, etc.) - Additional activities not listed in the itinerary