Kriya Yoga Meditation Retreat on Corfu, Greece

The retreat is held in a small guesthouse just steps from Agios Stefanos beach on the northwest coast of Corfu. This is a quiet, unspoiled part of the island, with crystal-clear water, a long sandy beach, and a handful of tavernas. The setting is ideal for a meditation retreat—you can hear the waves from your room, and the sunsets are spectacular.

Each day is structured around the traditional Kriya Yoga practice. Mornings begin with Kriya Yoga meditation, followed by sun salutations and a Kriya Hatha Yoga session designed to activate the pranic body. After a generous vegan/vegetarian brunch, the afternoon brings a session of bhajans—devotional singing that opens the heart—and mindfulness meditation. Evenings close with another Kriya Yoga meditation. The schedule is flexible, and you're encouraged to participate as much or as little as you feel.

The retreat is led by Basu, who has been teaching since 2000 in India, Thailand, and Europe. He is one of the few Western teachers authorized by Swami Shankarananda Giri to give initiation into the full Kriya Yoga meditation. His teaching is down-to-earth and often funny, but the practice is deep. As a guest wrote, "In inspiring natural settings he guided us in his humorous way to see life, including oneself, in new less and less obstructed ways."

In addition to the group sessions, you can book a massage with Anne, the retreat's massage therapist, who has 19 years of experience. She offers a range of treatments for an additional fee. The retreat also includes daily brunch and dinner, with a focus on fresh, local vegetarian and vegan dishes. Dietary requirements can be accommodated on request.

This retreat is not a holiday in the usual sense—it's a serious undertaking. But it's accessible to everyone. As Basu says, "Everyone can meditate. That is our experience." Whether you're new to meditation or have been practicing for years, you'll leave with a clear method and a deeper connection to your practice.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation by the sea - Daily delicious and nutritious vegan/vegetarian brunch - Daily pranayama classes - Daily Kriya Hatha Yoga to activate your pranic body - Mindfulness meditation - Daily Kriya Yoga meditation - Yoga Nidra - Bhajans-Kirtans singing, energizing the heart with Bhakti yoga

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Airport transfers (available for €70 per person each way) - Massage therapy sessions - Kriya Yoga donation (suggested 100-300 euros)