A Journey Towards Self-Discovery and Transformation with Lara Engelien
Your TourHero
Hello beautiful soul. So glad that you are interested in joining me on a journey of self-discovery. My own journey began when I realised that I had to change my life drastically in order to keep going sustainably. I paused everything and went to Bali to find my inner strength and peace again, this process kickstarted a transformational time and marked the beginning of my existence as a yoga teacher.
I completed my 200hr YTT during the global pandemic in 2020 and deepened my knowledge with additional Meditation, Breathwork and Yin yoga trainings.
I blend the dynamic energy of Vinyasa with the soothing stillness of Yin, infusing the practice with mindful breathing and meditation. For me, yoga is not just physical, but a path towards communicating with yourself.
Every moment on the mat is a unique opportunity for connection, and I guide you on this journey with personalised flows that reflect the mood and energy of the situation. I am passionate about helping you achieve a sense of balance and stillness by offering the opportunity to meet yourself exactly where you are. Whether you are looking to release stress and tension, need an energy outlet or rejuvenation or simply find a moment of quiet amidst all the chaos, I am dedicated to helping you on your unique journey towards transformation.
Duration
7 days · 6 nights
Travel Date
Mar 24 – 30, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
7
Transportation
Airport & activity transfers
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
21+
Travel interest
Yoga, wellness, nature
Join us on a journey of self-discovery on the beautiful coast of Portugal with this seven-day retreat! Each day will give you space to focus on your understanding of yourself with yoga sessions, meditations, guided journaling workshops, and more. More than just time for introspection, this trip will also be deeply healing and transformative, with sauna time and a hike in the tranquil nature of Peniche helping you release both physical and spiritual tension. Lovingly prepared, health-focused meals tie the trip together to create a holistically relaxing and rejuvenating experience. Book now to reserve a spot!
Cancellation policy
TourHero, the retreat host, and the tour operator reserve the right to cancel or reschedule this trip up until January 24, 2024. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date 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 up until January 24, 2024 for a refund. After this time, no refunds will be given.
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 beautiful soul. So glad that you are interested in joining me on a journey of self-discovery. My own journey began when I realised that I had to change my life drastically in order to keep going sustainably. I paused everything and went to Bali to find my inner strength and peace again, this process kickstarted a transformational time and marked the beginning of my existence as a yoga teacher.
I completed my 200hr YTT during the global pandemic in 2020 and deepened my knowledge with additional Meditation, Breathwork and Yin yoga trainings.
I blend the dynamic energy of Vinyasa with the soothing stillness of Yin, infusing the practice with mindful breathing and meditation. For me, yoga is not just physical, but a path towards communicating with yourself.
Every moment on the mat is a unique opportunity for connection, and I guide you on this journey with personalised flows that reflect the mood and energy of the situation. I am passionate about helping you achieve a sense of balance and stillness by offering the opportunity to meet yourself exactly where you are. Whether you are looking to release stress and tension, need an energy outlet or rejuvenation or simply find a moment of quiet amidst all the chaos, I am dedicated to helping you on your unique journey towards transformation.
Duration
7 days · 6 nights
Travel Date
Mar 24 – 30, 2024
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
7
Transportation
Airport & activity transfers
Join us on a journey of self-discovery on the beautiful coast of Portugal with this seven-day retreat! Each day will give you space to focus on your understanding of yourself with yoga sessions, meditations, guided journaling workshops, and more. More than just time for introspection, this trip will also be deeply healing and transformative, with sauna time and a hike in the tranquil nature of Peniche helping you release both physical and spiritual tension. Lovingly prepared, health-focused meals tie the trip together to create a holistically relaxing and rejuvenating experience. Book now to reserve a spot!
Timeline
- Day 1 · Peniche
- Arrive at Lisbon Airport
- Group transfer from airport to accommodation
- Check-in at Bukubaki
- Free time
- Opening circle with guided meditation, breathwork, and ecstatic dancing
- Welcome dinner
- Evening yin yoga practice and guided journaling
- Day 2 · Peniche
- Morning meditation
- Breakfast
- Yoga practice + learning a powerful meditation to unlock your potential
- Lunch
- Free time
- Dinner
- Evening yin yoga practice and guided journaling
- Day 3 · Peniche
- Morning meditation
- Breakfast
- Yoga practice + learning how to create heat in your body
- Lunch
- Sauna and free time
- Dinner
- Evening yin yoga practice and guided journaling
- Day 4 · Peniche
- Morning meditation
- Breakfast
- Yoga practice + learning how to regulate your nervous system
- Lunch
- Free time
- Dinner
- Evening yin yoga practice, breathwork session and guided journaling
- Day 5 · Peniche
- Morning meditation + yoga practice
- Breakfast
- Hike with packed lunch + silent meditation
- Free time
- Dinner
- Evening yin yoga practice and guided journaling
- Day 6 · Peniche
- Morning meditation
- Breakfast
- Yoga practice + learning about metta meditation (loving kindness)
- Lunch
- Free time
- Dinner
- Evening yin yoga practice and guided journaling
- Day 7 · Departure
- Yoga practice + chakra meditation
- Closing circle
- Breakfast and check out of accommodation
- Group transfer from accommodation to airport
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Start of the Journey: Opening circle, guided journaling, and more
It's time to begin a journey that will completely reshape the way you understand yourself and the world around you. For the next week, you will look inwards with yoga, meditation, and a variety of other wellness activities. We'll begin as soon as we arrive at our beautiful eco-lodge situated on the coast of Peniche. Drop off your bags, rest for a moment, and then head to an opening circle that incorporates guided meditation, breathwork, and ecstatic dancing! This transcendental experience will introduce you to your fellow travelers and encourage you to move, think, and act intuitively and without self-judgment. Then, after a delicious welcome dinner, yin yoga and guided journaling will finish up our day.
Day 2
Discover Your Potential: New meditation techniques and inner work
Rise to a perfect morning in Portugal defined by an atmosphere of pure serenity. We'll begin with meditation to ensure that our minds are clear and energized before enjoying breakfast as a group. We'll then head to our morning yoga practice. This session will be focused on helping you discover the potential that lies within you. Invigorating poses combined with a powerful meditation will expose unknown inner strength, something you can continue to tap into in the future.
As morning melts into afternoon, enjoy some free time on the property to walk, talk, and rest. Then, after dinner, we will have a final yoga session to help our bodies wind down. We'll also engage in guided journaling, recording our thoughts and allowing our negative emotions to flow out of us in a healthy, empowering manner.
Day 3
Initiating Change: Step bravely forward into your own authenticity
The journey continues on day 3 of our retreat After we gain energy from morning meditation and breakfast, we'll have our yoga practice. Here, you'll learn how to create heat in your body, once again underscoring the amazing power that has always been dormant within you. The afternoon will be focused on self-care, with a sauna session being the perfect time for healing and achieving a state of deep physical relaxation.
Day 4
Cultivating Calmness in Every Situation: Learn tools that will change how you approach stress
Stress is an unavoidable part of life. With this in mind, it's key that we learn how to achieve a calm state no matter the situation. To help you with this, today's yoga practice will be centered around learning how to regulate your nervous system. You'll develop a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, seeing how you can become calm through a few simple, easy replicable techniques. The rest of the day will continue with this theme of tranquility: free time, yin yoga, breathwork, and guided journaling will complete the evening.
Day 5
Stepping into the Unknown: Go for a hike through the incredible landscapes of Peniche
With a new sense of confidence in ourselves unlocked through the previous retreat days, it's time to begin pushing forward into the universe and solidifying exploration as a key part of our identities. We'll spend our afternoon on a hike through the rolling landscapes of Peniche! Incredible ocean views abound, demonstrating the majesty of Mother Nature. Only in nature can we come face-to-face with our true, authentic selves, so savor this time and use it to look inward. While on our hike, we'll also have a silent meditation, enjoying a moment of pure connection with the wilderness. After lunch in the hills, it's back to the retreat where we'll spend the rest of the day.
Day 6
Open Your Heart: Learn the art of loving kindness and prepare your spirit for the long journey home
Good morning! It's the final full day of our retreat, and we're going to spend it learning how to open our hearts so that we can continue being thoughtful, mindful, and appreciative of life after we return home. A morning meditation will set the vibrations before yoga practice accompanied by a lesson on metta meditation. Also known as loving kindness meditation, metta meditation is the perfect way to embrace positivity, optimism, and openness. As always, free time, yin yoga and guided journaling will end our day, giving us space to document our progress and look forwards to the future.
Day 7
End of the Journey: final chakra meditation and a closing circle
The sun is rising on our final morning in Portugal. Before we depart, we're going to wrap up our journey and take steps to ensure that our progress continues once we're home. After morning yoga and an empowering chakra meditation, we'll head to a closing circle where we can voice our feelings, reflect on the trip, and say our goodbyes. It's then off to the airport to fly home! Thanks so much for joining us on this one-of-a-kind trip.
Accommodation
Bukubaki
Bukubaki offers a unique and unforgettable eco-friendly accommodation experience. Surrounded by lush pine forests and just a short stroll away from pristine beaches, this retreat provides a perfect balance of comfort, adventure, and sustainability. Bukubaki offers a variety of accommodations ranging from stylishly designed lodges to tree houses, blending harmoniously with the natural surroundings while providing all the modern amenities needed for a comfortable stay including Wi-Fi, a pool, a fitness center, and more. With a strong focus on eco-consciousness, Bukubaki promotes sustainable practices such as solar power, rainwater harvesting, and organic farming. Guests can immerse themselves in a range of outdoor activities, including surfing, yoga, cycling, and nature walks, all while enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the Portuguese countryside. Room type: Tree house. Room configuration: Multiple configurations. The first guest to book this trip will sleep in a double bed while all other guests will sleep in either a single bed or a double futon.
Included
- 6 nights in Bukubaki
- Shared 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
- Access to yoga mats and blocks
- Use of multi-purpose room at Bukubaki (exclusive use during your whole stay at any time you wish)
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 24, 2024. If the departure is canceled out of your control, you will be alerted by this date 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 up until January 24, 2024 for a refund. After this time, no refunds will be given.
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.
- Bukubaki - Bukubaki
- Bukubaki - Bukubaki
- Bukubaki - Bukubaki
- Bukubaki - Bukubaki
- Welcome to unforgettable Peniche, a serene coastal region of Portugal that will be our home for the next week. - Bukubaki
- After you check into your eco-lodge that blends itself with nature, the retreat will truly begin. - Bukubaki
- Our opening circle will incorporate guided meditation, breathwork, and ecstatic dancing. - Pexels: Anna Tarazevich
- Our first full day in Portugal with begin with a grounding morning meditation that will allow you to fully awaken your senses to your surroundings. - Unsplash: madison lavern
- Enjoy some free time later in the day to explore and connect with Peniche on a deeper level. - Bukubaki
- The on-site sauna will give you a chance to enter a deep, rewarding state of relaxation. - Bukubaki
- Yin yoga and journaling will allow us to end the day with clear minds. - Pexels: ROMAN ODINTSOV
- Our morning yoga practice will be accompanied by a lesson on controlling the nervous system, helping you gain a better understanding of your body. - Pexels: PNW Production
- Tuck into some amazing food prepared by the lodge during downtime. - Bukubaki
- Head to the yoga room in the evening for a chance to unwind physically and mentally. - Bukubaki
- As morning dawns on the retreat, get up and head to an invigorating session of meditation and yoga. - Bukubaki
- We'll spend the afternoon on a hike, exploring the awe-inspiring landscapes that surround our lodge. - Bukubaki
- When you come face to face with Mother Nature in her purest form, you'll also see a side of yourself that was previously hidden. - Bukubaki
- Our typical morning yoga session will lead to an introduction to metta meditation, also known as loving-kindness meditation. - Bukubaki