In June we will be returning to our home away from home, our favourite Greek Island, Andros for one week of Yoga, exploration, community and connection.
With morning and evening yoga practices, workshops, journaling, daily meditations and pranayama (breathing techniques) we will be journeying through the elements of earth, fire, water, and air. The elements will be thread into our daily activities as we get to hike the mountains, swim in the healing mediterranean sea, bask in the sun and breathe the refreshing sea air.
The island of Andros is a special place, it's my happy place and where I spend my summer holidays with my husband's family and our friends. The whole idea to host this retreat actually came about while me and my co-host Lori were in Andros one summer, marvelling the tranquility and beauty of the island and talking about how it is the place where we feel deeply at peace, and how Andros is the perfect place to disconnect from the stresses of big city life providing us the perfect setting to re-connect with nature and ourselves. This is the experience we want you to have as well.
Accommodation and Rates:
For this retreat, you have the option to stay in one of our two beautiful, traditional Cyclades style villas, which are located a 15min walk from each other. Villa Marina is a bohemian dream house and Villa Sofia is a calm minimalistic oasis. All Yoga classes and joined meals will take place at Villa Sofia so we have arranged transportation for you to move between the houses.
Twin Room £1180 FULLY BOOKED per person based on double occupancy of a Twin room, two single beds, sea view, with a shared bathroom. This room is perfect for traveling alone but who don’t mind sharing a room.
Double room £1290 FULLY BOOKED per person based on single occupancy of a Double room with your own bathroom. If you would like to book this room with a friend add £990 to the original room price. This is perfect for someone who likes the privacy of a private room/bathroom.
Double Room £1390 FULLY BOOKED per person based on single occupancy of a Double room with a private balcony, sea view and a shared bathroom. If you would like to book this room with a friend add £990 to the original room price. This room is perfect for those traveling alone or with a friend if you don’t mind sharing a bed.
The Suite £1490 FULLY BOOKED per person for single occupancy of the suite with your own bathroom, and two balconies with sea view. If you would like to book this room with a friend add £990 to the original room price. The suite is perfect for those traveling alone or with a friend if you don’t mind sharing a bed. with breathtaking views straight from your bed this room quite special.
£300 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your space.
* Payment plans available!
What an average day looks like:
8.00-9.00 coffee, tea, fruit, journal, silence
9.00-11.00 Vinyasa yoga & meditation
11.00-12.00 Brunch
12.00-18.00 Time to rest and relax / Swim in the sea / Activities (hiking, visiting a local village)
One day there will be a yoga workshop with Sara
18.00-19.30 Yin Yoga
20.00 Mediterranean family-style vegetarian / pescaterian dinner
*note that this schedule is just an example and subject to slightly change
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
7 days and 6 nights in one of our two beautiful traditional Kiklades style Villas.
Yoga
5 x 2h Vinyasa yoga & meditation classes
4 x 1.30h Yin yoga classes
Yoga workshop
Use of yoga mats and all props
Trips to explore the island
Hiking and swimming trip
A trip to the local village
Food
6 x Brunch
4 x Mediterranean style dinner constructed from organic locally sourced ingredients
Coffee, tea, water, and snacks are available throughout the day.
Transportation
Transportation between the two Villas, to all of the day activities (beach, trip to a local village, hiking) is included.
Please note what is not included
2 x Dinner (this is for you to venture out to the local tavernas)
Airfare (LDN-ATH is usually around £200-300)
Ferry fare (£25 one way)
Transportation:
Book your flights to arrive in Athens airport latest on Monday afternoon to catch the evening ferry from Athens to Andros. The ferry ride lasts 2h. You can check the ferry schedule here
The villas are located a 15-20min drive from the port of Andros. Pick up from the port can be arranged by us depending on your time of arrival.
On the final day, you can plan to leave Andros in the morning/afternoon of Sunday 18th of June (book your flight for the evening to have enough time to get to Athens with the Ferry). On the last day we will offer a light breakfast before departure.
If you would like to stay in Athens for some days either before or after the retreat let us know and we can give you our locals tips on the best things to do, our favourite places to eat, and where to stay.
Your hosts:
We are excited to take you on one of the most memorable holidays of your lifetime!
This retreat is an opportunity for you to really take care of your body and mind as well as to refine and deepen your yoga practice, and Sara will be there to help you do just that. Lori, our local guide will take you on an adventure around the island, revealing all the best spots that only locals know about! In this retreat, we will also be joined by Aliki, who will prepare the most delicious yet nourishing, traditional Greek cuisine inspired vegetarian/pescaterian meals made using locally sourced and organic ingredients.
Why Andros:
Andros is our island, our home away from home. Lori has been exploring Andros every summer for more than 17 years now, she knows the island like her own pockets! Sara has been coming to the island for 8 years now, she fell in love with Andros so much that she even had her wedding in one of the Villas we are staying at!
Andros is truly a hidden gem. It has the beautiful white and blue Cyclades style architecture and delicious local cuisine without the tourist masses of some of the more commonly-known Greek islands. Andros is a great place to connect with nature with its beautiful beaches, clear blue waters of the mediterranean sea, and over 180km of hiking trails, some of them dating back to ancient Greece. In Andros, you can truly disconnect from your regular day-to-day activities and get recharged. It is our happy place and we can’t wait to share it with you!
REfund policy / Extra information:
Deposits secure your spot on the trip and are not refundable. Refunds for the balance payments vary depending on timing. For cancellation requests submitted with more than 30 days of retreat date: 100% of the total amount (less deposit) will be refunded. For cancellation requests submitted within 30 days of the retreat date, 50% of the total amount (less deposit) will be refunded. Cancellation requests within 14 days of the retreat: no refunds.
If the retreat has to be canceled by the organisers 100% of your payment will be refunded.
The maximum number of guests for this retreat is 13.
Commonly asked questions:
Q: Can anyone join this retreat despite their experience in practicing yoga?
A: All classes are mixed level which means there will options and variations for everyone despite your physical abilities or or level of experience. However, is is recommended that you have some experience in practicing yoga before joining the retreat.
Q: Do people usually come alone or with friends?
A: Most of our guests come alone and end up making new friends! We’ve had such amazing people join these retreats before and the group spirit has been wonderful. Of course if you do want to come with a friend or partner you are more than welcome to!
Q: Do you offer payment plans?
A: Yes we do! message us here to ask about options