Greek Island Yoga Retreat
Is Greece on your bucket list? Even after you visit once, it stays on your bucket list! My husband and I traveled to Greece for our honeymoon in 2016 and absolutely fell in love with the architecture, mythology, delicious food, deep blue hues of the ocean, and stunning beaches.
Hydra Island is known for its traffic-free streets, with mules instead of cars, its pretty harbour and relaxed artistic feel. The island is rare in that they have banned motorized vehicles. Alternative modes of transportation include walking, donkey's, or water taxi. The charming cobblestone streets are still in tact with cascading flowers and vines spilling over the balconies. Join me and my dear friend, yoga teacher, and Greek native Maria Simitakos for a local experience of this dreamy island, uplifting community (sangha), delicious Greek food, and transformative Yoga & meditation practice.
Daily Schedule
Sept. 20th: arrive at Athens hotel
Sept. 21st: travel by ferry to the island of Hydra (about 1.5hr boat ride) short walk to our private villa near the port, late afternoon practice, welcome dinner
Sept. 22nd: morning meditation & Yoga practice, beach time, evening practice
Sept. 23rd: morning meditation & Yoga practice, free time, Yoga workshop
Sept. 24th: morning meditation & Yoga practice, free time, evening practice
Sept. 25th: morning meditation & Yoga practice, free time, workshop
Sept. 26th: morning meditation & Yoga practice, boat tour and closing ceremony
Sept. 27th: ferry back to Athens. Some guests may continue their travels through Greece on their own, some may depart by plane back to home town.
*schedule subject to change based on weather conditions
Accommodations
For the 6 nights in Hydra we will stay in a beautiful, private historic villa Rafalias Mansion. This villa is owned by a family that has settled in Hydra since 1596. It is a work of art and one of the most distinctive, well-preserved mansions and an easy accessible point from the harbor. *Due to increased interest we will also have a neighboring location (2 min. walk) Mastoris Mansion to be able to accommodate additional retreat guests.
Retreat Pricing
Single Occupancy Room
$3,300 USD per person
(One double bed)
Shared Room
$2,500 USD per person
(This option is for couples or friends who are comfortable sharing a double bed)
Shared Room
$2,500 USD per person
(Two separate single beds)
if paying via electronic payment processors, you may incur a 4% surcharge
*due to the historic nature of these two guest houses each room is unique with slightly different design and decor and will not look exactly the same.
Whats included?
1 night stay in Athens, 6 nights stay in Hydra
Ferry ride to and from Hydra Island
All Yoga and 2 workshops
Breakfast and dinner each of the 6 days on Hydra, plus breakfast on the departure day.
Boat tour the last day on Hydra Island
Whats not included?
Airfare to and from Greece
Airport shuttles/ground transportation/water taxis
Greece "Environmental tax" collected in cash upon arrival at hotel (current rate is around 1.5 Euros per room per day)
Lunch. We do not include lunch because most people like to explore the island and beaches on their own during the afternoons.
Alcoholic drinks are not included
Any additional excursions such as horseback ridding, massage, etc.
Meet Michelle
Michelle has been practicing and studying Yoga daily since 1998, and has been teaching since 2012. She strives to present the teachings of yoga as authentically and purely as possible so the student can bring them to life within the context of their own life. She teaches alignment based Vinyasa, Restorative, and Therapeutic Yoga for seniors.
Meet Maria
Maria has her masters in Virology and is a Vinyasa and Yin Yoga teacher and Thai Massage Therapist. She will lead us through dynamic and restorative practices and a partner Yoga Thai massage workshop. She has the best recommendations for restaurants, private beaches, and an insider's guide to the island life.
Registration
A deposit of $1008 USD is required to secure your spot. If you registered in advance through early bird pricing the full amount is due by January 31st, 2025. Read our cancellation policy.
Pay via check payable to Michelle Martone Yoga, PO Box 675, Pescadero, CA 94060.
If you have interest or questions about joining us please email michellemartoneyoga@gmail.com.