3 Day Yoga, Hiking & Thermal Springs in Albania, Europe

About this retreat

Full programme

1. Day 1Welcome to Përmet

   Your journey begins with pickup from your hotel in Tirana at 8:00 am, stopping for coffee surrounded by nature along the way. Arrive in Përmet, settle into your welcoming boutique guesthouse, and enjoy a homemade Albanian lunch. Spend the afternoon exploring the “City of Roses” or relaxing in the garden before gentle Qi Gong. Share a delicious dinner prepared with local, organic ingredients, followed by a Shaolin-inspired Moon Salutation meditation.

2. Day 2Thermal Springs and Deep Relaxation

   Begin with morning Qi Gong and a nourishing breakfast before heading to the natural thermal springs of Benjë. Soak in the warm waters, enjoy a scenic nature walk, and reconnect through mindful movement amid beautiful mountain scenery. After lunch, take time to rest or explore at your own pace. Restorative yoga and breathwork ease you into the evening, followed by a homemade dinner and a surprise activity.

3. Day 3A Mindful Mountain Farewell

   After breakfast, set out on a mindful hike to a Bektashi teqe, weaving gentle movement and breathing practices into your time in nature. Gather for a farewell lunch, then enjoy a closing session of relaxation and reflection. Depart for Tirana at 3:30 pm, with drop-off at your hotel expected around 8:00 pm.

Accommodation

Enjoy a peaceful stay in a charming, beautifully decorated guesthouse surrounded by the stunning mountains and unspoiled nature of Përmet. The guesthouse features comfortable, tastefully furnished rooms and a lush green garden with inviting outdoor furniture, perfect for relaxing, enjoying the fresh mountain air, or unwinding after a day of yoga, hiking, and exploring. Experience warm Albanian hospitality, delicious homemade food, and a tranquil atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.

Food

Enjoy fresh, homemade Albanian cuisine prepared with local, organic ingredients at our family-run guesthouse in Përmet. Generous breakfasts and nourishing lunches and dinners bring regional flavours to your retreat, with full board included. Gather in the welcoming dining area or beautiful garden to savour your meals, share stories, and unwind after hiking, yoga, and time in the thermal springs.

Location

Përmet, Gjirokastër County, Albania

Known as the “City of Roses,” Përmet is a welcoming riverside town surrounded by mountains and green countryside. Stroll along the Vjosa River, explore quiet streets and local cafés, and experience the region’s warm hospitality and traditional cuisine. Nearby, the natural thermal springs of Benjë invite you to soak in warm waters beneath an old stone bridge, with dramatic mountain scenery all around. Scenic trails and peaceful paths offer beautiful settings for hiking, Qi Gong, and meditation—a place to slow down and reconnect with nature.

Fly into Tirana International Airport, with direct connections from destinations across Europe and beyond. Please arrive at least one day before the retreat begins. Pickup from your Tirana hotel at 8:00 am on the first day and return transport are included. We expect to reach your hotel around 8:00 pm on the final day, so we recommend booking your flight home for the following day.

About the retreat leader

Retreats Albania

We are Andrea, a Gernan mindfullness and Yoga teacher and Albert, a Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Qi Gong Master. Our passion is to show you the beauty of Albania - its hidden, untouched landscapes, far away from the usual tourist routes. Find strength and balance in beautiful nature, recharge and discover Albania with us.

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Cancellation terms for this retreat are set by the retreat leader and confirmed with you before you pay anything.

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Minimum age 12

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