Island Soul: Discovering Balance and Beauty with Yoga and More in Crete with Kristel
Your TourHero
Hello,
I'm Kristel (36) from Tongeren, Belgium.
It’s my mission to guide you towards a more balanced lifestyle.
Since 2018 I have been working as a certified yoga teacher & Personal Coach.
In everything I do and teach, 'balance' is paramount: body and mind.
Together we can do this through yoga, pilates & mindfulness.
Are you looking for more peace of mind?
A better connection with your body?
Do you want to go through life fitter?
I'd love to help you!
I am looking forward to meeting you on Crete for a wonderful 6-day retreat filled with classes and workshops to help you find a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle.
With love,
Kristel Sieprath
Registered experienced yoga teacher at Yoga Alliance
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
May 6 – 11, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 12
Transportation
Airport and activity transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Wellness, yoga, pilates, islands & beaches
There is nothing more important in life than finding balance – but, of course, that's easier said than done. On this brilliant 6-day retreat on the shores of the island of Crete, you'll be guided towards personal harmony with a combination of physical movement and workshops on well-being. Join an open-minded, judgment-free group and embark on a journey to transform your wellness and connect with others! This retreat also includes a full-board, nourishing meal plan and excursions around the island to introduce you to the sheer beauty of Crete. Book now to reserve your spot!
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until January 27, 2024. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by January 27, 2024 and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip by January 27, 2024 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. To change or cancel your trip, please email travelers@tourhero.com.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
Your TourHero
Hello,
I'm Kristel (36) from Tongeren, Belgium.
It’s my mission to guide you towards a more balanced lifestyle.
Since 2018 I have been working as a certified yoga teacher & Personal Coach.
In everything I do and teach, 'balance' is paramount: body and mind.
Together we can do this through yoga, pilates & mindfulness.
Are you looking for more peace of mind?
A better connection with your body?
Do you want to go through life fitter?
I'd love to help you!
I am looking forward to meeting you on Crete for a wonderful 6-day retreat filled with classes and workshops to help you find a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle.
With love,
Kristel Sieprath
Registered experienced yoga teacher at Yoga Alliance
Duration
6 days · 5 nights
Travel Date
May 6 – 11, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
6 – 12
Transportation
Airport and activity transfers
There is nothing more important in life than finding balance – but, of course, that's easier said than done. On this brilliant 6-day retreat on the shores of the island of Crete, you'll be guided towards personal harmony with a combination of physical movement and workshops on well-being. Join an open-minded, judgment-free group and embark on a journey to transform your wellness and connect with others! This retreat also includes a full-board, nourishing meal plan and excursions around the island to introduce you to the sheer beauty of Crete. Book now to reserve your spot!
Timeline
- Day 1 · May 6, 2024 · Crete
- Arrive at Chania International Airport
- Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- 4:00 PM: Check-in at Armonia Retreat (or similar according to availability)
- 5:00 PM: Flow yoga
- 7:30 PM: Dinner and get to know each other
- Day 2 · May 7, 2024 · Crete
- 8:00 AM: Pilates
- 9:15 AM: Breakfast
- 10:30 AM: Ayurveda yoga workshop
- 12:30 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 PM: Free time
- 5:30 PM: Yin yoga
- 7:30 PM: Dinner
- Day 3 · May 8, 2024 · Crete
- 8:00 AM: Flow yoga
- 9:15 AM: Breakfast
- 10:30 AM: Mindful living workshop
- 12:30 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 PM: Excursion to nearby Kalyves village
- 6:00 PM: Return to resort
- 7:30 PM: Dinner
- 9:00 PM: Yoga nidra
- Day 4 · May 9, 2024 · Crete
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast
- Full-day boat excursion to Glika Nera beach (includes lunch)
- Return to resort
- 7:30 PM: Dinner
- Day 5 · May 10, 2024 · Crete
- 8:00 AM: Pilates
- 9:15 AM: Breakfast
- 10:30 AM: The wheel of life workshop
- 12:30 PM: Lunch
- 2:00 PM: Free time
- 5:30 PM: Yin yoga
- 7:30 PM: Dinner
- Day 6 · May 11, 2024 · Departure
- 8:00 AM: Flow yoga
- 9:15 AM: Breakfast
- 11:00 AM: Closing circle
- Check out of accommodation
- Group transfer from accommodation to airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1 · May 6, 2024
Begin the quest for balance on the unbelievable island of Crete
Sometimes life just calls for a reset, a chance to shed your negativity and stress and step into a mode of existence. This trip provides you with exactly that with 6 days on the unbelievable island of Crete, one of Greece's true gems. After landing at Chania International Airport, we will transfer you to your accommodation, a retreat center close to the shore that is an oasis of relaxation. Once you're checked in, we'll kick off the retreat with a session of flow yoga before a dinner where you can chat with your fellow retreat-goers. When you're feeling ready, head to your room and get some rest!
Day 2 · May 7, 2024
Dive into a day of fitness with pilates and yoga
Today is all about establishing new health habits that will empower you to live a fantastic life. We'll begin with an early morning session of pilates that will give you energy for the rest of the day before a nourishing breakfast. Following this, a yoga workshop will introduce you ayurveda, an ancient medical system that focuses on achieving balance. You'll learn about the connections between your mental, physical, and spiritual sides as well as how to cleanse all aspects of yourself. Break for lunch and some free time before a session of relaxing and contemplative yin yoga. The day ends with dinner, a final time to be together as a group before going to bed.
Day 3 · May 8, 2024
Work towards mindfulness and explore the nearby Kalyves village
Good morning! A sunny, peaceful Crete morning greets you. We'll ease into the day with slow flow yoga and breakfast in the morning before kicking off a workshop on mindful living. Here, you'll learn key principles for living in a highly aware, present way, allowing you to analyze yourself and your surroundings to help deal with stress and whatever else life may throw at you.
In the afternoon, it's time for an excursion! We're headed to Kalyves village, located nearby, for an afternoon of fun and exploration. Hit the beaches, stroll the streets, and allow yourself to be immersed in the culture of Crete. Following our day trip, we'll return to the resort for dinner and a late session of yoga nidra.
Day 4 · May 9, 2024
Embark on a full-day boat excursion and sail to Glika Nera beach
Self-care is a multifaceted process. It is certainly incredibly important to practice discipline and learn new healthy skills, but you also sometimes just need to get out and have some fun. That's our plan for today! After breakfast, we're heading out on a boat excursion that will bring you to the beautiful Glika Nera beach. We will sail down to the south coast so that you can have a fantastic beach experience without the crowds that some of the beaches closer to the retreat might have. Swim in deep blue water, relax on the coast, and enjoy connecting with Mother Nature in an unforgettable setting.
Day 5 · May 10, 2024
Celebrate a fantastic trip to Crete on your last full day
Rise to your last full day of the retreat. We'll get our bodies moving with pilates before a workshop on the wheel of life. Also known as samsara, the wheel of life refers to the cycle of suffering that many beings are stuck in. By discussing samsara and becoming aware of it, we can shed our attachments and strive towards a state of nirvana. The workshop leads us to lunch and some free time in the afternoon before we wrap up the day with yin yoga and one final dinner as a group.
Day 6 · May 11, 2024
Reach a state of closure before heading home
The final morning of our retreat beckons. Flow yoga and breakfast will start the day before a closing circle where we can discuss our shared experiences and reach closure. With that, we'll head to the airport so you can catch your flight home! Thanks for joining us, safe travels, and be well!
Accommodation
Armonia Retreat (or similar according to availability)
Armonia is a retreat that lives up to its name – it exists in perfect harmony with the island environment of Crete. With a modern design and multiple different rooms centered around wellness, it’s an excellent spot for anyone looking to work on their yoga or meditation practice. Its location on the coast of Crete also means that it’s a great choice for those who want to spend time on the beach or go for hikes in the hills. With a homey, comfortable feel, you’ll never want to say goodbye to Armonia! Room type: Multiple occupancy. Room configuration: Twin beds (rooms have either 3 or 4 beds each).
Included
- 5 nights in Armonia Retreat (or similar)
- Shared double occupancy in accommodations
- All activities described in the itinerary
- Transportation between activities and accommodation
- All meals
- One group airport arrival transfer
- One group airport departure transfer
Not included
- Flights
- All food not mentioned in inclusions
- Optional add-ons
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until January 27, 2024. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by January 27, 2024 and will receive a full refund.
In this case, TourHero is not responsible for your preparation expenses, such as airline tickets, extra accommodations, loss of work, or any other cost associated with preparing for your trip. We recommend booking travel insurance, along with refundable flights/accommodations in case of cancellation.
Refunds for deposits
We will hold your spot as soon as you put down your deposit. However, if you decide to cancel your trip, we will be unable to refund your deposit.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
You may change or cancel your trip by January 27, 2024 for a refund, excluding the deposit. After this date, no refunds will be given. To change or cancel your trip, please email travelers@tourhero.com.
Trip cancellation due to COVID-19
A full credit will be issued if the tour is canceled when there is full border closure due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. This credit can go towards booking a future TourHero tour (see our COVID-19 guarantee on the tour itinerary page). We suggest buying your own travel insurance for coverage of cancellations within 30 days of the tour commencing for reasons other than a full tour cancellation.
- Bedrooms at Armonia are tasteful and very comfortable. - Armonia Retreat
- There's plenty of space for yoga and meditation workshops. - Armonia Retreat
- The retreat also has a gym if you'd like to work on your fitness. - Armonia Retreat
- Outdoor seating allows you to connect with your environment. - Armonia Retreat
- Hang out with your fellow travelers in the lounge. - Armonia Retreat
- An ayurveda workshop will help continue your holistic healing. - Unsplash: Conscious Design
- After landing, we will transfer you to your accommodation, a retreat center close to the shore that is an oasis of relaxation. - Facebook: Armonia Retreat & Workshop Center
- We'll kick off the retreat with a session of flow yoga before a dinner where you can chat with your fellow retreat-goers. - Facebook: Armonia Retreat and Workshop Center
- We'll begin with an early morning session of pilates that will give you energy for the rest of the day before a nourishing breakfast. - Pexels: Alexy Almond
- Free time in the afternoon gives you a chance to explore the retreat at your own pace. - Facebook: Armonia Retreat & Workshop Center
- Wake up... breakfast is waiting! - Facebook: Armonia Retreat & Workshop Center
- Swim in deep blue water, relax on the coast, and enjoy connecting with Mother Nature in an unforgettable setting. - Unsplash: Brandon Hoogenboom
- We'll wrap up the day with yin yoga and one final dinner as a group. - Unsplash: Conscious Design
- Embark on a full-day boat excursion and sail to Glika Nera beach. - Unsplash: Maria Sevruk
- We're headed to Kalyves village, located nearby, for an afternoon of fun and exploration. - Wikimedia Commons