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Serene Yoga Retreat in Macedonia

Expert tip: This is one of the most popular yoga retreats offered in Macedonia.

The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and it marks the time when the sun reaches the highest point in the sky. It is a short moment of pause before the sun starts descending again. Powered by this natural cycle, you will also take a moment of stillness and see how you can shine a light of your awareness onto all aspects of your life.

Meet the instructors

Marija
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Highlights

  • Daily yoga and meditation classes with an experienced teacher
  • Probably the most magical sunset view just in front of your doorstep
  • A ten-minute walk from one of the numerous beaches
  • A beautiful yoga hall with breathtaking views
  • 7 nights of relaxing accommodation
  • 2 freshly prepared meals daily

Skill level

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Yoga styles


8 days with instruction
Airport transfer available:
Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (US$ 52 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Skopje "Alexander the Great" Airport (US$ 52 per person)
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Accommodation

Facilities

  • Swimming pool (outdoor)
  • Garden
  • Yoga shala

You will be staying in Lagadin Village, in the heart of Galicica National Park - far enough from the town to be away from the crowds, and close enough to all the amazing things this area has to offer.

You will have an entire guesthouse to yourself - comfortable rooms, a beautiful garden, a spacious yoga hall, and a refreshing plunge pool. The space offers several indoor and outdoor common areas where you can socialize, but also many hidden corners where you can enjoy a quiet moment.

You can choose to stay in a private room, a shared room, or a dorm. All rooms have a private bathroom and a small balcony with a beautiful view over the lake.

Program

Summer is the time of growth, ripening, and expansion in the nature, and you will try to find and nurture the same qualities and processes within yourselves. The retreat happens at the beginning of the summer, during the summer solstice, so the classes will be organized around this theme.

Yoga and meditation

On most days, you will practice two times a day in a beautiful yoga hall (shala) overlooking the lake and offering incredible sunset views.

The retreat happens at the beginning of the summer, during the summer solstice, so the classes will be organized around this theme. The summer solstice is the longest day of the year and it marks the time when the sun reaches the highest point in the sky. It is a short moment of pause before the sun starts descending again. Powered by this natural cycle, you will also take a moment of stillness and see how you can shine a light of your awareness onto all aspects of your life.

Summer is the time of growth, ripening, and expansion in nature, and you will try to find and nurture the same qualities and processes within yourself.

​​Marija teaches Hatha yoga, focusing on mindful movement, body awareness, and proper alignment, rather than on achieving certain postures. The primary aim of these classes is to gain a better understanding of your body and the underlying principles of yoga and meditation practice.

Apart from asana (posture), you practice pranayama (breathing), as well as meditation in each class.

The classes are organized as workshops, during which you will explore different physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of the practice.

The retreat is suitable for all levels. Beginners will have the chance to get a taste of yoga and build a strong foundation for their yogic journey. More experienced yogis will deepen their understanding and get some inspiration to further develop their practice.

You will love this retreat if:

  • Spending time in nature away from urban centers is what recharges your batteries
  • You are curious about yoga and meditation and want to develop your own practice
  • You are a sunset chaser - there will be the most spectacular sunset views from the accommodation
  • Swimming, kayaking, boating, or scuba diving in one of Europe’s most beautiful lakes sounds like something you definitely don’t want to miss
  • You want to enjoy a peaceful time in nature but also explore the culture and history of the region - the location is only 15 minutes away from Ohrid old town
  • Having simple vegetarian food can keep your belly happy
  • You would like to add some adrenalin to your life and maybe go for a paragliding jump
  • You are looking forward to having some peaceful me-time to wind down and reconnect with yourself and nature

Highlights

  • Daily yoga and meditation classes with an experienced teacher
  • Accommodation in comfortable rooms with a spectacular view over the lake
  • Ten-minute walk from one of the numerous beaches
  • A beautiful yoga hall with breathtaking views
  • Two delicious vegetarian meals per day

Program

You will start each day with 90 minutes of asana practice (yoga postures), organic movement, breath work, and guided meditation. After the class, you will have a delicious freshly prepared breakfast.

Afternoons are filled with possibilities (optional/not included in the package):

  • Hiking through Galicica National Park to marvel at the views over Lake Ohrid and get a taste of rural life by passing through remote villages.
  • Visiting the old town of Ohrid and discovering all the layers of history of this place that has been inhabited since the 3rd century BC.
  • Enjoying all that the lake has to offer - swimming, kayaking, paddling on a SUP, sailing, taking a boat ride, or simply having some good old beach time.
  • Taking a half a half-boat tour to visit Saint Neum Monastery (10th century) and Bay of Bones, a museum/ reconstruction of a prehistoric settlement.
  • Having an afternoon to yourself in one of the cozy corners of the garden, freshening up in the pool, and letting the hours pass as you rock in a hammock.

Evenings will see you back on the mat, having another shorter class (1 hour) before delicious dinner, served around 7:30 p.m.

Tentative daily schedule

  • 08:00 - 09:30 Morning practice
  • 09:45 Breakfast
  • 11:00 Afternoon activity or free time (varies daily)
  • 18:00 - 19:00 Evening practice
  • 19:30 Dinner
  • 20:30 Free time

All activities and classes are optional, and everybody is welcome to skip any of them any time they feel like it.

Instructors

Marija Drezgic

Retreat location

Lake Ohrid is one of Europe's deepest and oldest lakes and one of the very few places that are on UNESCO's World Heritage list both for its natural beauty and cultural importance.

You will be situated at the very border of Galicica National Park, enjoying the peace of nature and spectacular sunset views. Old town Ohrid is just a 15-minute drive away so you will have plenty of opportunities to explore all the layers of history of this area - from the ruins of a Hellenistic theatre, imposing Byzantine churches, a medieval fortress, and winding cobbled stone streets with excellently preserved Ottoman houses. And a beach is 10 minutes walking distance.

The national park offers amazing opportunities for hiking, cycling, swimming, sailing, kayaking, and diving, and if you are in the mood for an adrenalin kick, you can even do paragliding here.

Distances

  • Nearest beach - 10-minute walk
  • Tirana International Airport - 2.5 hours
  • Skopje International Airport - 3 hours

This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly

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Food

Two hearty meals a day are included in the price of the retreat - breakfast and dinner.

The food served at the retreat will be vegetarian. It will always be freshly prepared traditional Macedonian food (with a vegetarian twist) made up of local ingredients - vegetables, fruits, local grains, locally produced dairy, honey, eggs, etc.

Macedonian food is a wonderful mix of Balkan and Middle Eastern food, rich in the flavor of the excellent quality of locally grown fruits and vegetables. Also, Macedonia is famous for its wine, so very little is left to be desired when it comes to Macedonian cuisine.

There is a nice restaurant 10 minutes away walking distance where you can have lunch or you can always hop to Ohrid and choose among one of many amazing restaurants offering a good variety of food.

​If you have any specific dietary requirements (vegan, gluten-free, food allergies, etc.), it is crucial that you discuss this with My Yogic Adventure before finalizing your booking.

The following meals are included:

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

The following drinks are included:

  • Coffee
  • Tea

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

  • Vegetarian
  • Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

Things to do (optional)

My Yogic Adventure offers the following, but with an additional cost:

  • Hiking through Galicica National Park
  • Visiting the incredibly charming Old Town Ohrid
  • Kayaking, boating, or scuba diving in one of Europe's deepest, oldest, and most beautiful lakes
  • Doing a tandem paragliding jump overlooking the lake and the mountains

What's included

  • All yoga and meditation classes
  • 7 nights accommodation
  • Two freshly prepared meals per day
  • ​All the taxes

What's not included

  • Roundtrip flight
  • Airport or any other transfers
  • Any additional meals or drinks
  • Day trips
  • Kayaking, paragliding, renting bicycles, etc.
  • Additional activities

How to get there

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Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) or Skopje "Alexander the Great" Airport (SKP). Airport transfer is not included in the price. These are the closest airports to Ohrid and both are less than 3 hours away. My Yogic Adventure can organize a group or private transfer from both of these airports.

Arrival by taxi

You can reach Ohrid by public transportation from both airports. From Ohrid town, you would have to take a taxi to the village. If you need any help with the organization of your travels, please send an inquiry.

Airport: Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza Airport transfer available: Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (US$ 52 per person) Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Skopje "Alexander the Great" Airport Airport transfer available: Skopje "Alexander the Great" Airport (US$ 52 per person) Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.

Cancellation Policy

  • A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
  • The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
  • The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.

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