Yoga & Walking Retreat
A Yoga Wellness Break In Spain's natural paradisewalking adds 7 years to your life – add yoga & meditation and it’s win-win
6 nights from €630
Yoga & Walking Retreat
Walking just 25 minutes daily improves your health as much as working out. And can lengthen your life by up to 7 years
And with yoga and mindfulness offering you comparable benefits, it’s win – win!
Join us on this yoga and walking wellness retreat and
- improve your resilience to stress
- calm anxiety, lift depression
- reduce inflammation and pain
- reset all your vital functions for optimal health
Enjoy daily yoga and walking on this restorative retreat, inclusive of:
daily yoga & mindfulness classes, with 3 guided nature walks, and
- 2 daily meals
- 6 nights’ accommodation
- and optional extras including structural and cranial osteopathy and other holistic body therapies
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Yoga & Walking Retreat 2022
2022 Dates
Yoga & Walking Retreat
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Walking In Extremadura
One of Spain’s most unspoilt regions, Extremadura offers you unparalleled walking opportunities:
Walk in pristine national parks brimming with wildlife, mountain villages that time forgot and discover Spain’s natural paradise
Veggie Food
Enjoy 100% home-cooked vegetarian fare from every corner of the globe
- fresh, natural ingredients
- eggs-dairy & vegans options
- and always bursting with flavour, colour and goodness: Buen apetito
Yoga For You
One size does not fit all. Develop a personal yoga practice that
- celebrates your unique qualities
- inspires you to excel
- nurtures your wellbeing
Groups of 6 for max personal attention
Yoga & Walking Retreat
Featured Walks
1 - Huertas De La Magdalena
Duration: 2 hours with rests
Elevation: 133m (436ft)
Walking Difficulty: low
Our most local local walk, enjoy a gentle circular hike to this charming hamlet for the best panoramic views of old Trujillo
We return through olive and holm oak forest to Trujillo’s 9th century castle and stroll on to the town square for some well-deserved refreshment
2 - Santa Cruz De La Sierra
Duration: 3+ hours with rests
Elevation: 379m (1243ft)
Walking Difficulty: low – medium
Country walk with optional ascent to Pico De San Gregorio
Unparalleled views, low flying vultures and a golden eagle or two reward your efforts
3 - Monfragüe Biosphere Reserve
Duration: 3+ hours with rests
Elevation: 227m (745ft)
Walking Difficulty: low
Straddling the river Tagus, the park is a haven for indigenous flora and fauna, with up to 340 bird species settling here yearly
We walk gently and steadily up to Monfragüe Castle where you’ll be greeted by low flying Black Vultures and Golden Eagles. Then stroll to the hamlet of Villareal De San Carlos for a spot of lunch
The featured walks are some of our favourites hikes from of a broad range of possibilities
For practical and safety reasons we select the location and timing of our walks to catch the best conditions according to season and weather
Yoga & Walking Retreat
Daily Schedule
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Day 1: Arrive
Transfer from Madrid’s Adolfo Suarez International airport to your hotel
Freshen up, then
Meet for dinner
Days 2 - 5
Yoga
Start your day with a soothing and invigorating yoga class, with activities including
- dynamic warm-up
- classic yoga poses
- posture and movement work
- breath work
- mindfulness and
- relaxation
The classes run for 2 hours and are suitable for all levels from beginner to expert
Lunch
Our main meal of the day, lunch is substantial. We serve freshly home-cooked vegetarian fare, including eggs and dairy by default, but can easily accommodate vegans
Post-lunch you may want to have a snooze, lie by your hotel pool or walk off those calories with a stroll within the City, or beyond
Yoga Hiking
Days 1, 3 & 5 *
Walking is a great way to practice mindfulness, enjoy being in nature and get fitter and healthier
We organize 3 hikes, each different in character so you can enjoy a variety of terrains
Walks last between 2 and 3 hours, with suitable breaks. We walk at a lively, but leisurely pace so you can enjoy our surroundings, and not just race to your destination
All walks involve some hill walking on uneven terrain, so please bring suitable foot-wear
A light shower-proof jacket, hat and sun shades won’t go amiss. Binoculars for wildlife watching are a plus. A camera is essential
(*though unusual in practice, the exact days and times of the walks may differ to catch the best weather conditions)
Yoga & Mindfulness
Days 2 & 4
Mindfulness is giving your attention to what is happening right here and now, and is a key part of yoga´s therapeutic effectiveness
We explore different ways of cultivating mindfulness through practices such as body-scan and guided deep relaxation and walking, of course
Supper
Supper is light and buffet-style so you decide how much to eat before retiring
On non-walking days we invite you to take an evening stroll with us – an age-old Spanish tradition known as el paseo, always followed by a night-cap
Day 6: Return
Round off your walking adventures with some yoga self-practice
then a full-blown veggie brunch
Come back soon!
Bookings
Bookings
Check Accommodation
Value
Hostal Cuzco
Comfortable simplicity with with private bathroom and all essential amenities at unbeatable value
heating, air-con, TV, WiFi
single €760
2 sharing €630
VALUE: Cuzco
Comfortable simplicity with private bathroom and all essential amenities at unbeatable value
heating, air-con, TV, WiFi
single €760
2 sharing €630
SUPERIOR: Baciyelmo
Stylish studio apartments in a period house with private bathroom, kitchen, garden and pool
Heating, aircon, TV, WiFi
single €900
2 sharing €700
PREMIUM: Eurostars
8304 star comfort in the Palacio Santa Marta. All facilities, including room service & outdoor pool
Heating, aircon, TV, WiFi
single €1160
2 sharing €830
All accommodation is within 5 minutes' walk of the yoga retreat centre
Securing Your Place
Your place is secured on receipt of your non-refundable deposit
On booking you'll get a confirmation letter and invoice for the balance, including any discounts, acceptable payment methods and your accommodation booking, together with your hotel's cancellation policy
Please settle the balance no later than 30 days prior to the start of your holiday
What’s Included?
- dinner on arrival
- accommodation x6 nights
- daily yoga classes x5
- mindfulness classes x2
- guided walks x3
- lunch & supper X5
- pre-departure brunch
What’s Not Included?
- all travel costs
- optional extras
Optional Extras
- in-outbound airport transfers
- holistic body therapies
Ammendments
you can change your dates:
- up to 30 days prior to the start of your booked event for a €50 admin fee
- Changes made after this are subject to a €100 fee (equivalent to your non-refundable deposit)
We take into account your circumstances and may waiver any charges at our discretion
Cancellations
you can cancel your booking up to:
- 30 days prior to the start of your booked event for a €100 admin fee
- Changes made after this are subject to a €100 fee. In addition your hotel may charge you some of the cost of your stay, depending on the hotel's cancellation policy
We will ensure that you are fully aware of your hotel's cancellation policy at the time of booking
Yoga & Walking Retreats
What Should I Bring ?
Clothing
We schedule our walking retreats for the spring and autumn when temperatures are mild
You can never rule out a shower, so please bring a showerproof jacket
Evenings in early spring and late autumn can be cool, but it’s always warm in the sun, so do bring light clothing plus a warm jacket
Walking Accessories
Supportive, waterproof shoes with a decent grip are essential for walking in all weathers.
A brimmed hat to keep the sun off your eyes, and a small rucksack for water and a snack won´t go amiss
Binoculars for wild-life spotting while walks are a plus. We provide hiking sticks and brollies for your convenience
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Opening Hours
Mon - Sun early till late
Address
C/ De Mingo Ramos 22
10200 Trujillo (Ca) Spain