YOga & LifeStyle Retreat

May 21st-30th 2026

May 21st & 22nd Mainland Exploration

May 23rd-30th Retreat in Nerotrivia

May 31st-June 3rd Optional Extended stay with Skiathos exploration

In Greece, kefi is a way of living with joy, passion and exuberance, in the moment, being grateful, and connecting with others. Sanctuary & Black Cypress are teaming to offer this unique, curated experience to deepen your practice and dive into the health and wellness of Greece. This is your time in a timeless land—a time to relax, restore and explore.

Highlights

Explore the beautiful Athens, including a guided tour of the Acropolis and the Temple of Poseidon
Practice yoga twice a day with meditation & pranayama. See our daily schedule
Elevate your asana with optional private alignment sessions
Stay in a beautiful villa in Nerotrivia on Evia Island
Experience Greek cooking and lifestyle with our chefs and cooking classes
View and participate in traditional Greek dance
Journal and share ideas in our reading club
Enjoy generational taverns where farm to table never stopped
Learn about olive oil in our groves among trees producing for millennia
Hike ancient mountain trails
Explore exquisite beaches on the Island of Skiathos
Tour ancient UNESCO sites

Accommodations

Villa Kouvelia

Between the mountains and the sea, Villa Kouvelia rests in an olive grove. With its stunning views from its many balconies and verandas, the house becomes one with the landscape.

In this tranquil sanctuary, you can deepen your practice.

View more accommodation information here!

*Transfer from Athens included.

2026 ItinerAry

2 WEEK ITINERARY

2 DAYS IN ATHENS & MAINLAND

Thursday, May 21st and Friday, May 22nd

Guided walking tour of the Acropolis (tickets included)
Tour of the Temple of Poseidon
Exploration of the mainland
Athens hotel not included. NOTE:We will have a room block and several nearby suggestions at various prices

8 DAY YOGA & GREEK LIFESTYLE RETREAT

Saturday, May 23rd- Saturday, May 30th

Stay in Nerotrivia, Evia Island Greece

A TYPICAL RETREAT DAY

Morning Poolside Vinyasa
Breakfast at the Villa
Mid Day Adventure to Ancient Lookouts.
- This is a ~2 hrs hike with a 2500 vertical climb and a picnic lunch at the ancient look out site!

Relax by the Villa's saltwater pool, spend the day at Daphne Beach, and have a wonderful lunch at the beach taverna
Appetizers, Greek Wine tasting, & Olive Oil experience
Sunset poolside Yinvasa
Dinner at traditional local tavern