Wellness Retreat in the Blue Ridge Mountains with Yoga and Hiking

This retreat runs from Sunday to Wednesday in October, a gorgeous time in the Blue Ridge Mountains. You'll stay in a spacious country-style lodge that's part of Yoga On The Meadow, a private yoga studio and retreat space run by Argentina Rosado in Tryon, North Carolina.

Each day has two main yoga classes. The morning session is an energizing, breath-centered flow designed to wake you up and build some heat. The evening session shifts into restorative poses and Yoga Nidra to quiet the mind and set you up for good sleep. Both are open-level, with variations offered so you can work at your own edge.

One of the highlights is the guided forest bathing hike, led by a certified nature guide. It's less about covering miles and more about slowing down, using your senses, and letting the forest pull you into the present. You're also free to explore property's trails on your own—participants often pair up, but solo hikes are fine too.

Afternoons are deliberately unstructured. There's a massage and Reiki therapist on site, but you need to book ahead. Otherwise, you can hang in the hot tub, wander the trails, read, or nap. In the evenings, there are optional sharing circles, stargazing, and campfires under open mountain skies.

The food is a big part of the experience: wholesome, omnivore meals with fish and chicken, served family style, with vegetarian and gluten-free options on request. It's nourishing without being fussy, exactly what you want after a day of movement and mountain air.

What's included

- 3 nights accommodation in a private, country style mountain lodge - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Snacks, water, tea, coffee throughout the day - Morning guided meditation and journaling - Morning yoga sessions - Evening yoga sessions - Forest bathing hike with certified nature guide - Ceremonies and workshops (breathwork, sound baths) - Access to hot tubs - Access to hiking trails - Parking - Wifi

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Additional activities not included in itinerary - Additional drinks and snacks - Massage and Reiki therapy (available as add-on) - Optional excursions