What you'll experience: From the volcanic power that continues to form this island to the big-little-city hum of Reykjavík, this island is alive. On our yoga retreat in Iceland, you’ll venture off the tourist trail and revel in an otherworldly landscape where the trolls and elves of local folklore would fit right in. Secret waterfalls, black-sand beaches, nature-made hot springs and the quirky charm of the local culture come together in an adventure both powerful and relaxing. This yoga retreat in Iceland will truly take your breath away.
How you'll experience: On your yoga retreat in Iceland, you’ll hike, wander and soak your way to a state of energetic harmony with the living earth. You’ll sample local fare on a food tour through vibrant Reykjavik and visit rustic fishing villages guarded by half-human deities from the Icelandic Sagas. You’ll walk through a 50-foot-wide lava tube, stand in the shadow of the majestic Kirkjufell mountain, revel in explosions of geothermal color and rejuvenate in the infinity pool-like hot springs of Hvammsvík. In a few steps, you’ll cross a bridge from North America to Europe (it’s possible, we promise!). Along the way, you’ll integrate Iceland’s striking volcano-carved beauty with daily yoga practices. How you'll feel when you return home: Wherever on Earth you live, you’ll return from this Iceland yoga retreat adventure awed at the force sleeping beneath our planet’s surface. Inspired by Iceland’s use of geothermal energy, you’ll carry a seed of hope for a future of environmental harmony. You’ll see shadows of (friendly!) trolls on nature walks and every time you take a hot bath, you’ll close your eyes and imagine the feeling of volcanic mud between your fingers as you drift back to Iceland in your memory.
Where You'll Be Staying
REYKJAVÍK HOTELS We have the option of using two different hotels in Reykjavik for our in-town adventures. Regardless of the hotel, all rooms offer comfort blended with Scandinavian efficiency and luxury. Clean, crisp rooms and bathrooms lull each yogi to sleep. Bask in the thoughtful extras of heated towel racks (a welcome luxury), long tubs and deep, comfortable beds. Our Reykjavik hotels are all city center and walkable to the main square or the long art/shopping street of Laugavegur.
SNAEFELLSNES & AREA HOTELS Enjoy the charm and hospitality of a family owned boutique hotel in Snaefellsnes and the luxury dark, remote skies for Northern Lights spying. We’ll move between Snaefellsnes and a tucked-away corner of the country near the Langjökull glacier for remote beauty and exploring. Both locations feature locally sourced cuisine, spacious (and warm) rooms, blackout blinds for sleeping under the midnight sun and stunning local scenery.
What's Included
8 days in-country with an expert local guide
Transportation to and from Keflavik (KEF) airport (on arrival and departure days only)
3x daily fresh meals in a local restaurant, at the hotel, or cultural meals with locals
Full buffet breakfast daily, 5 included lunches, and 6 delicious Icelandic dinners (vegetarian and non-vegetarian options)
Daily yoga + meditation
Foodie walking tour of Reykjavik
3 nights in a Reykjavik lux hotel, 4 nights discovering nature in Snaefellsness and Húsafell
Explore iconic and tucked-away Iceland gems:
Soak in the natural hot springs and amazing scenery of Hvammsvik
Plumb the depths of Iceland’s largest lava cave
Wander the banks of Selvallavatn and behind (if you dare) Selvallafoss
Stroll the quaint fishing village of Arnarstapi
Take a short stroll to Langifoss and soak in the Húsafell Canyon baths
Hike Úlfarsfell for amazing views over Reykjavik
Spend each night in the country spying for lights (always worth looking when in town too!)
Reykjanes Peninsula day trip
Cross the ‘bridge’ and the continental divide between the American and Eurasian plates – walk from America to Europe (ha)
Stroll the Krýsuvíkurleiðin route on the Reykjanese Peninsula
This retreat is not possible without the support and encouragement of The Travel Yogi and my wonderful yoga community. I especially would like to thank those of you involved, whether it's simply been encouragement by words or sponsorship and physical involvement. Want to get involved? Please reach out!! I would love to find a way to collaborate. Mahalo to these previous sponsors:
Flax of Life Grit & Grace Hawaiian Bath & Body Hawaiian South Shore Homecooked Love Hui Aloha 'Aila Lululemon Marissa Phillips Photo Natural Aloha Pena Photography The Travel Yogi Waiakea
