8 Day Hiking & Yoga Retreat in Peneda Geres National Park

This eight-day hiking and yoga retreat in Castro Laboreiro, Portugal, is designed for active travellers who want to combine mindful movement with immersive time in nature, set deep within the Peneda Gerês National Park. Each morning begins with a yoga session that primes the body for the trail ahead, focusing on mobility, balance, strength, and conscious breathing. The practice serves a practical purpose: it prepares you physically for the day's walk and supports recovery once you return. Hikes range from five to fifteen kilometres and wind through a striking variety of terrain, including dense forests, river crossings, mountain summits, and centuries-old villages where traditional Portuguese rural life still lingers. Accommodation is in a carefully restored mountain hamlet, offering a quiet, intimate base for the week. Group sizes are kept small, which means personal attention from guides and a close-knit atmosphere among guests. Meals are vegetarian and designed to fuel long days on the trail without weighing you down. The overall pace strikes a deliberate balance. Days are physically engaging but never rushed, with enough space built in for rest, reflection, and genuine connection to the landscape. The result is a retreat that feels energising rather than depleting, leaving you with a sense of calm and renewed strength that extends well beyond your time in northern Portugal.