8 Day Callanetics, Yoga, and Pilates Retreat on Samos Island, Greece
Greece Yoga Retreat in in Kokkari Bay
In a beautiful bay by the sea, Marina and Elena will guide you in a journey to wellness where you will recharge your batteries for the winter and reshape your body. You will engage in daily yoga, Pilates, and callanetics classes. You will also get to taste healthy and savory homemade vegetarian Greek food. After this escape to wellness, you will return to your everyday life, ready for the winter, and full of energy and inspiration.
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Highlights
- Daily yoga, Pilates, and callanetics classes
- Optional trips to waterfalls, sandy beaches, and traditional villages
- Optional wine taster experience
- Free time to explore the island and enjoy the sun
- 7 nights accommodation in a in shared double room
- Breakfast with local product
- Relax and swim in green, blue water in a beautiful bay with water sports facilities
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Yoga styles
7 days with instruction in English
Average daily hours of activity: 4
Accommodation
Facilities
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Dining area
- Lounge
- Luggage room / storage
- Terrace
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
All of Sunrise Hotel's rooms have a sea view of the bay just 100 meters away. You will wake up and sleep with a magical, breathtaking view of the sea and the Aegean horizon that is complemented by the unique beauty of the settlement, composing a magical landscape!
Participants will stay in double rooms with ensuite bathrooms, enjoy breakfast in the outside area, and practice in the space for the callanetics, Pilates, and yoga sessions.
There are 21 double rooms about 18 square meters each, with two single beds and the possibility to add one more if there is a child aged 13 to 17 years. The rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, air conditioning, television, and Wi-Fi.
Sunrise Hotel has a breakfast room, reception, and a beautiful, cozy bar area. Their staff are ready to serve you 24/7 and shape an unforgettable stay for you on the island of Pythagoras!
Program
Escape for eight days in the beautiful island of Samos. Enjoy the Aegean sea under the sun and taste Greek food in local tavernas. Reconnect with yourself through yoga and Pilates sessions under Marina's gentle guidance.
Schedule
- 08:00 - 09:00 Yoga session
- 09:00 - 10:30 Breakfast
- 18:00 - 19:00 Pilates session
The rest of the day is free to explore and enjoy the sun and the sea of beautiful Samos Island, alone or joining the group excursions.
Instructors
Marina Katsika
Marina completed her training in Pilates in 2000 and in 2001 she went to Chicago, USA, for the training in Callanetics method and Pilates. In 2008, she completed 200-hour training in YogaWorks system, a combination of Ashtanga, Iyengar, and Yin yoga. This combination has the profit of the Ashtanga dynamic style together with the right alignment of Iyengar and the flow of Yin yoga.
Retreat location
In the amazing village of Kokkari on Samos island, there is an accommodation with a stunning view and a small bay to swim in, coming along with green-blue water full of life for snorkeling.
Sunrise Hotel Kokkari is a family business that has been operating since 1993. It is a seaside hotel in Kokkari, one of the most beautiful settlements on Samos Island. The location is in one of the most beautiful bays of the village, with the beach only 30 meters away.
Due to its location being on a bay, the nearby sea is always peaceful under any wind condition, making it perfect for uninterrupted swimming. This means that crystal clear waters are ready to give you a unique summer experience!
The hotel is located in a unique spot—without other buildings around it and without access to cars (the parking area is close to the center of Kokkari), giving you the opportunity to combine quiet, comfort, and relaxation despite being in a tourist area that is bustling with life.
Nevertheless, it is also just a five-minute walk from the restaurants, cafes, and bars of the settlement, and about eight minutes from the center of Kokkari. The surrounding area is full of tavernas, shops, and water sports such as windsurfing, parachuting, water skiing, and more.
Also nearby are traditional villages with fresh fish, sea view, and friendly staff. This accommodation on Samos is outstanding, especially outside the peak of touristic period.
Features
Activities
- Massage
- Mountain walking/trekking
General
- Beach
Food
You will be served with continental breakfast with local products. Please inform Yogalternative if you have any food intolerance.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Fruitarian
- Whole food
Exclusive Gifts
yogalternative has prepared a few special surprises for you, including unique experiences and thoughtful extras to make your journey even more memorable.
wine taste and waterfalls
Things to do (optional)
You can go on an optional trip to waterfalls in Karlovasi, swim in the two beautiful beaches, walk in the gorge, and eat in a local taverna on top of it with a stunning view. The trip is available at an extra cost.
You can also try a wine taster session in Vathy, the capital of Samos, and visit the sandy beach of Kerveli. Another option is to visit local nearby villages such as Ampelos, the balcony of the Aegean Sea, and have dinner in seaside tavernas with fresh fish. Ramblers also has a lot of unique paths to discover, with distances suitable to all, ranging from one to 10 kilometers.
You can enjoy a Thai massage session available at an additional cost. Alternative therapies will be available such as acupuncture, aromatherapy and mindfulness meditation.
Spa treatments
A 30-minute Shiatsu massage is included in the retreat.
What's included
- 14 sessions of Callanetics, Pilates, and yoga
- 30 minutes' shiatsu massage
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast with local products, vegan friendly
Included Exclusive Gifts
wine taste and waterfalls
wine taste and free walk to waterfalls up to 30 minutes
What's not included
- Airfares
- Airport transfers
- Dinners
- Lunches
- Soft drinks and alcoholic drinks
- Excursions cost
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer available for additional US$ 40 per person
Samos International Airport "Aristarchos of Samos"
10 km away from your destination
Transfer not provided
Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport)
259 km away from your destination
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Samos International Airport "Aristarchos of Samos" (SMI), or if you land on Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos Airport) (ATH), you can take a domestic flight to SMI. Airport transfer is not included in the price.
Arrival by ferry / boat
Alternatively, you can take the boat from Piraeus port to Karlovasi port, which takes about eight hours. The available morning and evening time schedules are usually 07:00 and 16:00.
Arrival by bus
From Samos International Airport "Aristarchos of Samos" (SMI) or Karlovasi port, you can take a bus to the hotel, which usually costs 5 EUR.
Arrival by taxi
From Samos International Airport "Aristarchos of Samos" (SMI) or Karlovasi Port, you can take a taxi to the hotel for usually 30 EUR.
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 on arrival.
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