If you're looking for an incredible travel experience that combines yoga, cultural immersion, and amazing company, look no further! I recently joined their Kyoto, Japan retreat and it was absolutely life-changing. Dee and Richelle are phenomenal retreat leaders. Their passion for travel and in-depth knowledge of Japan made the entire experience so enriching. They meticulously planned everything, from exploring famous places such as the Nishiki Market, Nara, and the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. But it wasn't just about sightseeing; they ensured we truly embraced the Japanese culture, encouraging us to participate in a tea ceremony and even try on kimonos! As someone new to yoga, I was a little apprehensive at first. But Dee and Richelle completely put me at ease. Their classes were tailored to all levels. I felt supported and encouraged throughout the retreat, and my yoga practice has definitely improved thanks to their guidance. Overall, The Aligned Retreats provided the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural learning. I left Kyoto feeling rejuvenated, inspired, and with a newfound appreciation for Japanese culture. I highly recommend this retreat company to anyone seeking a truly unforgettable travel experience!

I stumbled upon Dee and Richelle's group after doing some online searching and everything kind of just lined up perfectly. I was highly interested in visiting Japan, but didn't have many people in my life who were able or willing to go with me, so I opted to take the plunge and travel solo.. and I'm so happy I did. Right from the start, I messaged Dee about my excitement and interest, but expressed my anxieties about travel plans, timings, and just navigation in general. Not only was Dee incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, but also so quick to respond and with such great detail. She asked where I would be coming from, and helped me map out the best flight plans to get to Japan, and to return home as well. After getting that taken care of, I felt so much relief and knew that I could embark on this journey. Navigating the airports themselves are of course a challenge, but when it came to the trains in Japan - I became even more lost. Luckily, Dee was there to my rescue to coach me through which lines to take and where.. and without much issue I landed in Kyoto to begin our retreat. I immediately found Dee and Richelle, and they were so welcoming and kind.. I had a feeling they could tell how travel weary and frantic I was, but they did a great job with putting me at ease and getting set in for our upcoming time in Japan. While I am new to my journey into wellness and healing, I have never done yoga a day in my life. Dee and Richelle were so patient with helping me learn and giving me tips, and for that I am grateful and really enjoyed that experience. So much so, that I believe I may start regularly doing yoga at home! Although, I find it hard to believe I could find better teachers than the two of them.

Amaaaazing retreat with Dee and Richelle! They thoughtfully crafted itineraries that were designed to provide us with a harmonious blend of relaxation and dedicated personal growth opportunities! The location they picked for the retreat was absolutely beautiful. Everything was organized perfectly and both Richelle and Dee are highly educated on the location and made sure we embraced the culture. Yoga for all styles and levels, they give each person attention and detail. They both are special women who really care and love what they do !! (my second retreat with them, and not my last).

Dee provided a well-rounded experience. This is not solely just a yoga retreat. I learned how to throw pots, go on hikes, ride in a hot air balloon, and learn about Turkish culture. She is very attentive to details, supporting us with every question, booking, dietary restriction, one-off adventure (hammans) , you name it. All done completely and seamlessly. She is kind, she is magnetic, she is a Phenomenal yoga instructor, she is an animal lover, she is a natural connector. I’m already booked for her next retreat! Highly recommend it.

This was my first experience attending a yoga retreat and it far exceeded my expectations! We had a wonderful group and a thoughtful itinerary that allowed us to truly experience all the beautiful things Cappadocia has to offer along with yoga and sound healing to perfectly balance out our activities. Dee and Richelle are both outstanding hosts and organized everything so well! They catered to all of our needs including dietary needs and the food was OUTSTANDING! Also, they connected us with a photographer for a photo shoot that was an absolute dream- such a great way to capture the beauty of Cappadocia and memories that will last forever. This truly was a trip of a lifetime and we can’t wait for the next one!

Dee and Richelle were perfect hosts. So kind, helpful, and lovely people. We did yoga every morning and afternoon with them. We stayed in an amazing retreat center in Ericeira. We took surf lessons and it was so much fun. The food was very healthy and delicious. I knew that this retreat would be so much fun but it was beyond my expectations. It will definitely join the coming retreats with them. Can’t wait.

I had the most amazing time on the Japan Cultural Retreat with Richelle and Dee. They were super friendly and welcoming and everything was so super organised. I look forward to joining another retreat with them in the near future.

Thanks for the exciting yoga and cultural retreat experience in Turkey Richelle and Dee! Turkey is beautiful and you were both spectacular hosts! I left feeling relaxed, recharged, evolved and happy.