Coastal Yoga & Meditation Reset in Sintra, Portugal

Each day at this retreat follows a gentle rhythm. Mornings begin with a yoga class, typically combining Vinyasa Flow and Hatha, led by Patricia, who adapts the sequences to the level of the group. After breakfast, there's free time until the afternoon—guests can walk to the beach, take a guided walk along the coast, or book an optional treatment such as a sound journey, forest therapy, or a surf lesson. A packed lunch is provided to take with you if you want to spend the day exploring. Late afternoon brings another yoga class and a guided meditation, often focused on breathwork and deepening your practice. Evenings are spent over a buffet-style dinner, with occasional extras like a sound journey or meditative concert included in the program.

The retreat is hosted at Shamballah, a family-run house owned by Zarqa and Patricia, who live on the property with a small team. The house has a relaxed, lived-in atmosphere, with a living room with comfortable sofas, a pool table, a large terrace, and a big lawn where you can hear both the birds and the ocean. There is also a mini-gym and a jacuzzi that part of the program makes use of. Guests stay in shared twin or triple rooms or in a private single room, all with underfloor heating and cooling.

Sintra itself is a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape, and the retreat's location on the coast is one of its strongest draws. The beach at Aguda is a wild stretch of sand below cliffs, reached by a steep set of stairs, while the village of Azenhas do Mar, perched on the cliffs about a 20-minute walk away, is popular for its dramatic views. The Sintra Natural Park offers walking trails through forest and along the ocean, and the area is known for surfing, with conditions suitable for all levels.

What's included

- 5 nights accommodation - 5 buffet breakfasts, 5 buffet dinners, 4 lunch packages - 10 yoga classes - 8 guided meditations - 1 active meditation - Sound journey or meditative concert - Life coaching consultation - Spring water, teas, and sugar-free snacks - Parking and Wi-Fi

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not listed in the itinerary