THE PERFECT GREEK RETREAT EXPERIENCE
A TYPICAL DAY ON THE ISLAND
Morning
We like to start the day with a pre-yoga snack of fruit, dried fruits, nuts, coffee and or a large selection on teas. After we convene for the morning outdoor yoga which takes place at the outdoor shala, surrounded by nature with the most magnificent sea views.
Following the morning yoga breakfast is served. Consisting of a delicious Greek retreat breakfast of yogurt, fruit salad and nuts and Lissa’s scrumptious granola! Other options include Lissa's softly folded eggs and Corne's famous banana pancakes.
Once you have filled your tummy, it is time to relax. You can book a therapeutic treatment, have some beach time, go for a swim, or explore the many walking paths of this island retreat.
Lunch
When you hear our church bell ring its time for lunch! All our meals are family-style around our two big dining tables, indoors and outside on the terrace,
Afternoon
After a lazy lunch comes a lazy afternoon of utter relaxation. Find a hammock or hidden cove or have a siesta under an ancient Oak or Olive tree...time to just be. We have an art cupboard for you to raid and if you are feeling active you could circumnavigate the island on a kayak of or a SUP.
The afternoon yoga session is held as the sun begins to set, this class is usually a slower more meditative class.
Evening
In the evening a dinner under the stars with the sharing of stories, lots of laughter and a glass of wine if you wish around the fire pit. To end off the perfect day, climb into bed, tucked up with a book or star gazing...sleep follows soon.
You can participate in as many or as few of the activates as you would like. It’s your island retreat and we want you to find a pace that is enjoyable for you. Click on the link at the bottom of the page to read about the benefits of a yoga retreat.
We have invited the most beautiful of teachers whose ethos and way reflects our own. Handpicked from all around the world they offer varied styles of yoga to meet everyones needs - from beginner to advanced yoga practice.
Each teacher has a retreat profile page for you to read about their retreat offering. Many of the teachers also offer additional therapeutic practices on their retreat. To read about our teachers and to see our retreat schedule click on the links below.
OUR INCREDIBLE TEACHERS
We have invited the most dynamic of teachers, whose ethos and ways reflect our own. Handpicked from all around the world, with years of experience, they offer varied styles of yoga to meet everyones needs - from beginner to advanced yoga practice.
Each Teacher has a retreat profile page, covering their retreat offering and may also offer additional therapeutic practices for their retreats. Our teachers are part of our family and many of them have been with us from the begining or were at one point guests on the island who later became teachers. To read their retreat offerings and to see the retreat schedule for the season, click on the link below
FOOD ON OUR GREEK RETREAT
To embrace a healthy, yogic lifestyle we promote a vegetarian diet consisting of pure, simple, natural foods which are easily digested and promote health. Three vegetarian meals, inspired by the Mediterranean diet will be provided daily. All our produce, where possible, is seasonal, organic and locally sourced. Evia's fertile soil and bountiful sunshine produce some of the tastiest sun ripened fruit and vegetables which when prepared with love, and our own extra virgin olive oil,result in mouth watering, nutritious and delicious dishes.
The meals will be served at our outdoor table or in our sheltered dining area, both overlooking the Aegean Sea. We have sourced some delicious locally produced organic vegan wine, should you want a glass with your dinner. Drinking water is always available. Fresh coffee, a variety of teas, fresh fruit and healthy snacks will be available at all times.
We are able to cater for vegan, gluten free, lactose free diets. You will be asked to complete our online Wellness Questionnaire, where you will be able to share any dietary requirements or food allergies.
Lissa and Corne are the incredible chefs on the island. Their food is so delicious that our guests asked them to create a cookbook which is available for purchase on blurb or on market day.
WHAT IS INCLUDED ON RETREAT
INCLUDED:
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Six nights full board.
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Two yoga classes per day... open air, overlooking the ocean.
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Use of all yoga equipment and accessories.
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Three delicious vegetarian meals daily.
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Water, tea, coffee and snacks available throughout the day.
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Organic vegan wines with dinner.
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Complimentary branded water bottle.
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Complimentary bedroom slippers.
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Natural, biodegradable, Greek toiletries and insect repellent.
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Towels and a beach sarong.
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Complimentary tote bag for the beach.
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All activities* (you can read about these below)
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Return transfers to and from the island by boat.
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And of course your own private island!
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED:
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Getting from Athens to Oreoi - we provide you with detailed travel information.
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Laundry, gratuities and items of a personal nature.
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Additional therapeutic treatments or private yoga sessions where applicable.
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Purchases at the island market
*ACTIVITIES:
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For the adventurous - 4 kayaks, 2 SUPs, and a Pedalo are available for you to explore the shores of the island, where you might even meet a dolphin or two of our resident seals! There are also pathways for exploring the island.
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For the water lovers - Snorkels and goggles are provided, letting you to get to know our local fish, or do some shell diving.
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For the walkers - there is 60 acres of island to explore and over 2000 olive trees to sit under, read or meditate.
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For the artistic and creative - there is an art cupboard, which you are welcome to help yourself to or bring a journal to journal the whispering of your soul.
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For those who just want to relax - there is a small library of books, sea, sun, hammocks and the most exquisite scenery to enjoy.