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Golden Circle Yoga Retreat in Iceland
This epic yoga trip will take you to the heart of Iceland, the Golden Circle! September is well known to be one of the most amazing times of the year to visit Iceland as the weather is still pleasantly warm and the Northern Lights are dancing in the sky! You will experience an unforgettable Ashtanga yoga retreat under the northern lights.
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Highlights
- Experience 7 yoga classes
- Have 3 afternoon workshops
- Gather for a meditation and skygazing
- Practice yoga in a pleasant weather
- Free time to explore the nature
- 7 nights accommodation
- Buffet breakfast will be served
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Keflavík International Airport (US$ 224 per person)
Reykjavík Airport (US$ 224 per person)
Accommodation
During this retreat, you will be staying in Héraðsskólinn Historic Guesthouse.
Héraðsskólinn was designed by Guðjón Samúelsson, considered by most the greatest architect in Iceland´s history. The building was constructed in 1928.
The actual building of the structure was carried out by Jónas from Hrifla, a powerful politician and true believer in education, art, and culture. He envisioned the house as a dominant force in education and culture in Iceland.
Private transfer from the airport to the hotel is 200 EUR one way and can be shared with up to 4 people.
Program
Traditional Ashtanga classes will be conducted in the morning hours. During the day there will be free time to explore nature and in the late afternoon, you will gather together for a workshop, meditation, and sky gazing.
All national parks and natural attractions are free of charge in Iceland. Usually, only the parking lot is paid. Thus, you can explore places to make your stay more fun and exciting.
Schedule sample:
Iceland Schedule
- Day 01 - Check in from 15:00
- Group meeting and relaxation 17:30 (Practice room downstairs)
Day 02
- Practice 06:30-08:00
- Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
- Free full day - Perfect for longer road trips
- Trip suggestion: *Gljufrabui waterfall,*Seljalandfoss waterfall (free entrance, payable parking),*Skofagos and Kvermufoss waterfalls, *Sólheimajökul glacier.
Day 03
Practice 06:30-08:00
Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
Trip suggestion: *Thingvellir National Park: Some attractions - Pingvallatn (largest lake in Iceland), Almannagia Gorge, Oxararfoss Waterfall.Free entrance. 29 min drive from the hotel.
Afternoon Practice 17:00
Day 04
- Practice 06:30-08:00
- Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
- Free full day - Perfect for longer road trips
- Trip suggestion: *Reykjadalur Hot Springs Thermal River (1 hour hike up the mountain)
- Kerid Crater (on the way to Reykjadalur springs)
Day 05
- Practice 06:30-08:00
- Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
- Trip suggestion: *The great Geysir, *Gulfoss Falls, *Hrunalaug Hot Springs (Fludir Village) or Secret Lagoon Iceland
- Free full day
Day 06
- Practice 06:30-08:00
- Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
- Free full day - Perfect for longer road trips
- Trip suggestion:*Seljavallalaug hot spring, *Black sand beach, Reinisfjara and Reynisdrangar Beach - Area of sneaky waves - There is nothing between Iceland’s southern coast and Antarctica, so the waves build in power and size over the course of thousands of miles. Please stay at least 30 meters away from the shoreline. Don’t go into the water at all.
- Afternoon Practice 17:00
Day 07 -
- Practice 06:30-08:00
- Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
- Trip suggestion:*Landmannalaugar Or *Kelingarfjoll Hot Springs Or Hvammsvik Hot Springs (After Thingvellir N.P)
- Afternoon Practice 17:00
Day 08 - Check out 10:30
- No classes
- Breakfast: Buffet style from 07:30-10:00
- Trip suggestion: Retkjanesfolkvangur Nature Reserve towards the airport or Blue Laggon.
Instructors
Bianca Oliveira
Bianca is an authorized level II teacher by the Paramaguru R. Sharath Jois. It’s the traditional authorization to teach the full Primary and Intermediate sequences. Currently she is learning the Advanced A series in Mysore and has had the opportunity to assist her Guru twice. She started traveling to Mysore, India in 2015 and since then has been dedicating her life entirely to the practice and studies of Ashtanga yoga. Believing she is an eternal student of yoga, her joy is to share all the benefits this practice can bring to people’s lives, both on and off the mat.
Retreat location
Héraðsskólinn is located in the heart of the Golden Circle right next to the outstanding natural steam baths of Fontana, beautiful hiking trails, and beautiful landscapes in every direction. The village of Laugarvatn sits on the shore of a charming lake by the same name. From here you can take a short trip to Thingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, and many other natural wonders close by. Northern lights, geothermal baths, hiking, river rafting – just name it, you’ll find it here.
Unique features
Activities
- Hiking
- Hot spring
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Concierge desk
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Lobby
- Lounge
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
- Yoga shala
- Yoga studio
Services
- Conference room
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Library
- Meeting room
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Food
Daily breakfast is included in the package. Buffet breakfast offers vegetarian, vegan, and non-vegetarian options.
There is a restaurant at the hotel open for lunch and dinner at your own cost. There are also other restaurants close by.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Organic
- Raw food
- Pescatarian
- Fruitarian
What's included
- 7 yoga classes
- 3 afternoon workshops
- Daily buffet breakfast
- 7 nights accommodation
- Meditation
- Hiking trails around the property
- Access to the lake
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Lunches and dinners
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Keflavík International Airport
94 km
Transfer not provided
Reykjavík Airport
59 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by plane
Book your flight to Keflavík International Airport (KEF) and Reykjavík Airport (RKV). Private transfer is 200 EUR and can be shared with up to 4 people.
The past retreat, Biancayoga rented a car to transfer to and from the airport, as well as to visit attractions in the Golden Circle. Cars fit up to 5 people and are the most convenient and affordable way to travel in Iceland.
For more information, send an inquiry.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
