Yoga & Self-Reflection Beach Holiday in Corfu, Greece

Corfu Yoga Holidays has been running yoga weeks here for about four years, and the setup is deliberately informal. The program is described as spontaneous, responding to what the group needs each day. That means some days you might do a longer practice or a workshop, other days you might skip the afternoon session and join a kayaking trip instead. Everything is optional, which takes the pressure off if you're new to yoga or just want a holiday with a bit of yoga in it.

The main practice is Hatha yoga, but the teacher, Paola, blends in elements from different traditions and adapts each class to whoever is in the room. She has been teaching for over ten years and has trained with a range of teachers across Europe. Her classes include dynamic flows, standing poses, pranayama, and meditation, and she's used to working with beginners through to advanced practitioners.

Days are spent around Agios Gordios, a small seaside village on the west coast of the island, about a 20-minute drive from Corfu Airport. The hotel itself is simple - reviewers note it's not a five-star place and has a distinctive pink exterior - but it sits close to the beach, and the terrace and sea views get consistent praise. Group activities include guided walks on parts of the Corfu Trail, kayaking to nearby bays, and day trips into Corfu Town.

The retreat is open from mid-March to early November, and you can start on any day of the week. Most guests come for a week, but you can stay longer if you want. The flexible structure means you're never locked into a rigid itinerary, which suits people who want a real break rather than a packed schedule.

What's included

- 7 nights accommodation in a sea-view room - Free airport pickup on arrival and drop-off on departure - 2 daily meals: healthy breakfast and home-cooked dinner (vegetarian and vegan options) - Water, tea, and coffee (no alcohol) - 2 daily 75-minute yoga and meditation classes, including pranayama - Guided group activities in nature: hiking, walking, SUP, and kayaking - Free shuttle to Corfu Town and back - Nature hikes with a trusted guide - Pre- and post-retreat support from the team - Luggage storage - Free Wi-Fi - Free parking

What's not included

- Flights - Travel insurance - Visa fees - Island tours and daily trips to Paleokastritsa - Boat trips to Paxos and Antipaxos - Massages and spa treatments - Scuba diving - Additional activities not in the itinerary - Personal expenses - Alcoholic drinks