7 Day Christmas Yoga Retreat in Lanzarote, Spain
Island Yoga Retreat in Spain
Join this retreat to escape some winter sun and join Ladan on a beautiful Island in the Canaries and take in all the natural beauty, whilst doing a daily practice of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness. You will have an inspiring and tranquil time surrounded by vineyards and mountains that run into sandy beaches, making it the perfect place to leave behind the Christmas rush, switch off, unwind, and recharge your body and mind. As featured in The Guardian’s ’10 Great Christmas Getaways'
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Highlights
- Daily morning yoga classes
- Evening guided meditation
- Yin and Yoga Nidra sessions
- 6 brunches, including departure breakfast
- 5 vegetarian evening meals, including a welcome meal
- 6 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
The villa is a premier wellness retreat destination offering an unparalleled experience in relaxation and holistic health.
Located in the serene and picturesque environment of Lanzarote, the villa boasts a tennis court, a swimming pool, and a dedicated experience room with stunning sunrise and sunset views.
The mission is to provide a tranquil and comfortable environment that promotes physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being for all retreat participants.
The house lays on a plot of 6,000 m2 and all the bedrooms are ensuite, tastefully decorated, and modern. The villa has recently been renovated so it is in excellent condition. There is also the option to stay in a separate fully self-contained 1 bedroom apartment. Towels and hairdryers are provided in the rooms.
Solo travelers wishing to share a room will be assisted in finding a roommate.
Program
Yoga and Meditation
Ladan Soltani's retreats welcome practitioners of all levels, attracting a diverse mix of attendees. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced student, Ladan Soltani can cater to your individual needs. The style of yoga varies, as she's trained in several disciplines, including Sivananda (Hatha style) and Ashtanga. As an intuitive guide, she tunes into the energy of the group and trusts that everyone’s needs will be met throughout the sessions.
Ladan Soltani meets the needs of her students by constantly making adjustments to each individual, ensuring everyone receives personal attention. I can make adaptations for the group or offer individual modifications. For those seeking more challenge, she can provide advanced versions of the postures.
Ladan Soltani's retreat welcomes practitioners of all levels, and she looks forward to working with you on the mat.
A Typical Day
Each morning, you’ll begin the day with a yoga class, followed by a healthy, vegetarian brunch made from locally sourced ingredients and prepared by one of the island’s top chefs. All dietary requirements can be catered for, including vegan, lactose-free, and gluten-free options. The chef is also a cooking instructor who runs a school focused on healthy eating and living, helping people achieve well-being through food.
Every dish on the menu has been carefully curated with attention to flavor, presentation, and balance, ensuring a thoughtful and satisfying dining experience from start to finish.
The evening sessions will offer a variety of practices such as Yin yoga, Yoga Nidra, breathwork, and guided meditation, all followed by a delicious dinner.
Between the morning and evening sessions, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the island’s wonders and learn about its rich history. Alternatively, you can relax at the villa with a soothing massage or unwind with a book by the pool.
Ladan Soltani also offers one-on-one yoga and coaching sessions.
Christmas retreats often attract solo travelers, making this the perfect opportunity to make new friends and connect with like-minded people.
Typical Schedule:
- 09:00 - 10:30 Yoga Class
- 10:30 - 11:30 Deluxe Brunch (Departure day brunch time may vary depending on flight schedules)
- 11:30 - 17:30 Free Time: Relax at the beach, massage (all treatments are on-site), 1:1 yoga, or excursions
- 18:00 - 19:00 Guided Meditation/Breathwork (Yoga Nidra or Yin Yoga)
- On the 24th, this session starts at 17:30
- 20:30 Sound Healing (on the 21st only)
- 19:00 Delicious Welcome Dinner and Group Introductions (on the 21st only)
Instructors
Ladan Soltani
Ladan is a yoga and meditation practitioner who facilitates her own classes, workshops, and retreats. She trained with Sivananda yoga in the Himalayas and Mysore style Ashtanga in San Francisco with Greenpath Yoga. Ladan’s classes have all been aired on various Sky fitness channels, she writes a blog on Huffington Post, and is a published author of Fabulous Fitness at 40 and has two DVDs. She loves teaching yoga as it has allowed her to become aligned with her true sense of purpose in life. She lives by the Eastern philosophy that yoga is about self-realization.
Retreat location
Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands off the coast of West Africa administered by Spain, is known for its year-round warm weather, beaches, and volcanic landscape. Timanfaya National Park’s rocky landscape was created by volcanic eruptions in the 1730s. Cueva de los Verdes has caverns formed by an underground river of lava. East-coast resort Puerto del Carmen is home to whitewashed villas, beaches, and dive centers.
Distances
- Puerto Del Carmen beaches (10 minutes drive)
- Supermarket (6 minutes drive)
Unique features
Activities
- Hiking
- Horse riding
- Massage
- Scuba diving
- Snorkeling
- Surfing
- Swimming
General
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
Services
- Bicycle rental
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
Food
6 daily deluxe brunches and 5 delicious, vegetarian evening meals will be served during the retreat.
The following meals are included:
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
Things to do (optional)
Services and Excursions
There will be plenty of time in between the yoga sessions to venture and explore the Island. Therefore, it is advisable to rent a car.
Many of Lanzarote’s attractions are of volcanic rock. Some of the wonderful places to visit that show the creative force of past volcanic eruptions are the fire mountains in the National Park of Timanfaya. The lava caves, Cuevas de los Verdes, and the green lake in El Golfo.
Other activities available include:
- Biking
- Excursions
- Horseriding
- Massage
- Scuba diving
- Snorkeling
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Yoga
What's included
- Morning yoga classes
- Evening guided meditation, breath-work, Yin, and Yoga Nidra sessions
- Sound healing session
- 6 daily deluxe brunches
- 5 delicious, vegetarian evening meals
- 6 nights accommodation
What's not included
- Flights
- Transfers
- Christmas evening meals
- Treatments
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Lanzarote Airport
11 km
Transfer not provided
Driving directions from Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
- From the airport, take the motorway in the direction of "Arrecife".
- Take the first exit to "Playa Honda".
- At the first mini roundabout, take the second exit and keep straight parallel to the motorway.
- At the next big roundabout, take the third exit under the motorway.
- Go straight over the next roundabout and follow the signs to "San Bartolomé".
- After passing through “San Bartolomé,” you come to a roundabout, on the other side of which is the tall white “Monumento del Campesino” (one of the first works of Cesar Manrique, showing clearly the influence of Picasso and Cubism). Take the second exit to “Tinajo and Mozaga.”
- At the next roundabout, take the second exit to "Tinajo”.
- Pass through the village of “Tao” and then through the village of “Tiagua”.
- As you exit the village of “Tiagua”, keep left towards “Mancha Blanca” and “Timanfaya”.
- “La Vegueta” is the next village.
- One kilometer further, you will arrive at the crossroads in the village of “La Vegueta”.
- You will see a small football pitch on your left and a local shop with a yellow letterbox on your right.
- After 400 meters on your right, there is a large pink house set back from the road. After 20 meters, where the road starts to go down slightly, turn left into “Camino las Huertitas”. The sign is not very visible.
- After another 400 meters, just before the white wall of the first house on this road, turn right where you see an “Amatista” sign with an arrow on it (if you miss that turn, you will end up in a cul-de-sac).
- Follow the road up and around to the left another 500 meters. On your left, before the end of this road, you will see first the number nine and shortly afterwards the number 11 with the entrance sign for Villa Amatista. If you go around another corner, you have come too far.
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Lanzarote Airport (ACE).
Lanzarote Airport (ACE) is 20 minutes away by airport taxis. The transfer cost is 30 EUR each way.
Ladan highly recommends hiring a car during your stay as the retreat is in a peaceful, rural setting. ‘Plus Car’ is a local company that the venue has been using for many years, which is reliable and economical. They offer free airport pickup and drop off.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% 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.
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