8 Day Summer Life and Yoga Holiday on Kos Island, Greece
Relaxing Yoga Holiday in Greece
The weeks are tailored for you to relax and recharge. You will be pampered and, at the same time, still maintain your privacy. Whatever you desire, everything is possible. The beautiful beaches of Kos where you can practice your yoga, swim in the sea or the large pool, or do other optional activities will make your vacation complete. There is nothing better than relaxing your body and mind and going home rejuvenated. Be yourself in a relaxed, calm, and inspiring environment.
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Highlights
- Daily yoga session
- Full-day boat trip to nearby islands
- Intro to SUP session with equipment
- Visit the winery and trip to Therma, a natural hot spring
- Sunset meditation with amazing views at Hippocrates Altis close to Asklepion
- Daily fresh wake-up juice
- 7 nights accommodation in a venue exclusive for yoga holiday guests
- Daily rich, healthy breakfast and delicious world-infused style dinners
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Yoga styles
Accommodation
The yoga center, which is exclusive for the yoga holiday guests, is a five-minute walk to the beautiful Aegean Sea, where you can swim and relax on the sandy beach. From here, you have a beautiful view, and you can see the stunning sunset.
The rooms have a private en-suite bathroom and a terrace. Wi-Fi is only available in public spaces. In the lush garden, there are plenty of nice spots where you can read and relax in one of the hammocks.
Program
Yoga
You are very welcome to join, whether you have never done yoga before or you are a regular practitioner, the classes are tailored to individual needs. The maximum number of participants in the group is +/-17.
Yoga sessions in the mornings are a more active Hatha class, while the late afternoon sessions are a relaxing Yin session. On arrival day, there is a practice in the late afternoon followed by dinner and on departure days there is breakfast before saying goodbye.
Awakening
Every morning, before your yoga session, you will have an invigorating ginger shot prepared for you. Next, you will start the day on your yoga mat while enjoying the calm breeze and the first sunbeams. After this wonderful morning session, breakfast will be waiting for you. The buffet will include a diverse range of options where flavour is key. Yoga on Kos products are sustainable, local, organic and made with love. Of course, a perfectly brewed coffee or delicious herbal tea is included.
Rest of the day
For the resting time of the day, you will have all the time to do what you like and they will give you recommendations for the best places to go.
In the early evening, there is a session with a view of the sun setting. In the evenings, Yoga on Kos will serve a delicious world-infused style dinner, prepared by their kitchen staff. Again, based on sustainable, local and organic products. During dinner, they will serve a homemade lemonade, but the bar will be open for other options.
Floating in Therma
One evening after dinner, you will go to Therma. These are natural hot springs, which the Greeks themselves use to relax and enjoy. While the sun goes down and the stars come out, it is wonderful to float in the warm water with the sounds of the mountain goats in the background.
Sunset meditation
The sunset meditation at Hippocrates Altis where you will be taken for the last evening together will be very special. It is close to the Asklepion, the sacred place of Hippocrates, father of Medicine who was born in Kos. The unique atmosphere makes this meditation an unforgettable experience.
Yoga styles
Yoga on Kos provides Hatha, Yin, Restorative yoga, and meditation during this retreat.
Do what you like
During this week, there will be 6 yoga sessions.
Always wanted to try a SUP session? Yoga on Kos will take you stand-up paddleboarding; it will be a lot of fun with the benefit of a full-body workout. Some good laughs are guaranteed.
The ancient Greeks used wine both as food and as medicine so why not try some of the most delicious Koan wines at a family-run winery you will visit?
How does soaking up the sunshine, swimming, and snorkeling sound? You will go on a boat trip and visit some wonderful islands in the Aegean Sea. On the way, there is a swim break to dive into the turquoise blue water and a rich Greek lunch on board.
Schedule arrival day
- 18:30 - 19:30 Yoga session
- 19:45 Dinner
Schedule departure day
- 08:00 Breakfast
Sample daily schedule
- 07:45 Wake up juice
- 08:00 - 09:00 Yoga session
- 09:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
- 17:00 - 19:30 Wine tasting
- 19:45 Dinner
Sample daily schedule
- 07:45 Wake up juice
- 08:00 - 09:00 Breakfast
- 09:30 - 12:30 Surfing center
- 18:30 - 19:30 Yoga session
- 19:45 Dinner
All activities are optional. You may also take extra resting days. You will have all the time to do what you like: relax, go to the beach, have coffee in town, or chill at the pool.
Included excursions
Boat trip
You will go on a boat trip to nearby islands.
Visit the vineyard
You will go for a visit to the family-run vineyard where you taste local wines.
Stand-up paddling
If you have always wanted to try stand-up paddling, one morning you will be taken for a SUP session.
Sunset meditation at Hippocrates Altis in the Asklepion area
You will be close to the Asklepion and it will be very special. This is the sacred place of Hippocrates, the father of medicine who was born in Kos. The unique atmosphere makes this meditation a special and unforgettable experience.
Visit to Therma, natural hot springs
One evening, you go to Therma. These are natural hot springs, which the Greeks themselves use to relax and enjoy. While the sun goes down and the stars come out, it is wonderful to float in the warm water with the sounds of the mountain goats in the background.
Instructors
Gera Fokkens
For Gera, yoga is a philosophy of life. He can't imagine life without yoga. It makes him happy to see what yoga can do for people. To him, it is important that people are friendly, both to themselves and to others. This is also reflected during the sessions. By participating with attention and gentleness, one learns to be more tolerant: towards oneself as well as towards the people around. This makes life and the world more beautiful.
Retreat location
The yoga center is located 4.5 kilometers from the city of Kos. Near, but still far enough from the hustle and bustle. It also allows you to make special walks and cycling trips in the area. On these routes, you will find the real Greek tavernas, where you can enjoy the local atmosphere and the wonderful hospitality of the Greek people.
The yoga center is exclusive for yoga holiday guests. Kos is known as the island for cycling, and most people rent bicycles to get around and explore more beautiful places.
Distances
- Aegean Sea - 5-minute walk
- Kos City - 4.5 kilometers
Unique features
Activities
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Dining area
- Garden
- Kitchen
Services
- Free Wi-Fi
This Yoga Retreat is vegetarian-friendly
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Food
Every morning, before your yoga session, you will have an invigorating ginger shot prepared for you. After morning yoga session, breakfast will be waiting for you. The buffet will include a diverse range of options where flavour is key. The products are sustainable, local, organic and made with love. Of course, a perfectly brewed coffee or delicious herbal tea is included.
A delicious world-infused style dinner will be served based on sustainable, local and organic products. There will be a homemade lemonade, but the bar is open for other options.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
Things to do (optional)
Always wanted to try horseback riding on the beach with the sunset? Yoga on Kos can arrange it for you.
Spa treatments
Pamper yourself even more during this holiday and book a massage, an hour for 50 EUR.
What's included
- 6 yoga sessions (60-75 minutes each)
- Sunset meditation at Hippocrates Altis in the Asklepion area
- Boat trip
- SUP session
- Visit vineyard
- Visit Therma, a natural hot springs
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily rich, healthy breakfast
- 6 evenings of a delicious world-infused style dinner
- Daily wake-up juice
- Perfectly brewed coffee during meals
- Herbal tea is available all-day
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance and cancellation
- Lunch
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Kos Island International Airport
20 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Kos International Airport. Yoga on Kos will provide you with the information you need to book a shared shuttle transfer from and to Kos airport. The price is 12.00 EUR per person one way. A taxi will cost you around 40.00 EUR.
Arrival by ferry
The venue is about a 15-minute ride from the port and a taxi from the port to their place is around 15.00 EUR.
You are encouraged to arrive on arrival day on time for the first practice and start your holiday from the beginning to get the full benefit of it. Rooms will be available from 14:00. Yoga on Kos will be happy to store your luggage until then if you want to arrive earlier. Arrival is possible until 22.00.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 36.29% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 7 days before arrival.
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