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Awakening the Senses: A Mindful Yoga Journey in Portugal

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Awakening the Senses: A Mindful Yoga Journey in Portugal

May 25 - 30, 2026

Amieira, Portugal

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5 nights, 6 days

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20 person retreat

Highlights

  • Nestled in the lush, forested valleys of Central Portugal for deep nature immersion.

  • Daily Hatha, Restorative Yoga, and guided meditation in a wooden shala above the valley.

  • Forest bathing walks and scenic trails through pine and eucalyptus forests.

  • Evening Yoga Nidra sessions for profound relaxation and restorative sleep.

  • Delicious plant-based meals using homegrown and local ingredients daily.

  • Access to river pools, forest sauna, hammocks, and quiet reflection spots.

  • Optional Ayurvedic treatments and massages for personalized wellbeing.

  • Day excursion to the Rio Zêzere for swimming and exploring local villages.

  • Accommodation in charming stone cottages or glamping tents under strawberry trees.

  • Expert facilitators guiding yoga, mindfulness, and nature immersion practices.

Details

Immerse yourself in the serene, forested valleys of Central Portugal for six days of yoga, mindfulness, and nature connection. Set in the stunning Vale de Moses Retreat, this retreat offers a peaceful sanctuary to restore your body, mind, and spirit. Guided by experienced facilitators, you’ll enjoy daily yoga and meditation, forest walks, and moments of stillness, all designed to help you reset, reconnect, and recharge. Surrounded by lush landscapes, flowing rivers, and quiet corners for reflection, this retreat combines deep relaxation, gentle adventure, and the nourishing presence of nature to support wellbeing, clarity, and inner calm.

Location

Amieira, Portugal

Amieira is a quiet village in the Alentejo region of southern Portugal, known for its serene landscapes and traditional charm. Overlooking the vast Alqueva Lake, one of Europe’s largest artificial reservoirs, it offers peaceful views, water activities, and stunning sunsets. The area is surrounded by rolling hills, olive groves, and vineyards, giving it a distinctly rural and authentic Portuguese atmosphere. With its whitewashed houses, local cuisine, and relaxed pace of life, Amieira is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and connection with nature.

Venue

Vale de Moses

4.8 40 Reviews

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Since we arrived in 2008, we threw ourselves wholeheartedly into restoring the four Xisto stone cottages at Vale de Moses, with great care and respect to the old local Portuguese traditions of building with natural materials: clay, lime, stone and wood. We hope you'll enjoy staying in these old dwelling places as much as we have over the years. You can choose from private double bedrooms in the main farmhouse (none have ensuites), or more popular with our returning guests, a place in one of the shared, open-plan cottages in the river valley below. If you prefer a glamping experience, sleep in one of several belle tents each mounted on a separate stone terraces, with hammocks hanging in the shade of strawberry fruit trees (Medronheiras). Wherever you stay, you will have nearby access to a selection of indoor and outdoor bathrooms and showers. All our beds are quality Portuguese-made mattresses with memory foam toppers, cotton sheets, blankets, mosquito nets, good pillows and duvets. Restorative sleep is an essential part of your retreat with us.

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Yoga Studio

Yoga Studio

Laundry

Laundry

Towels

Towels

Restaurant

Restaurant

Bathroom

Bathroom

Accommodation

Glamp in a Strawberry Belle Tent

5 Rooms Left

Private room for 2

$1,215.50 USD / person

Glamp in a Strawberry Belle Tent

5 Rooms Left

Private room for 1

$1,373 USD total

Moses Cottage (shared stone cottages)

4-person shared room

$1,413 USD / person

Central Farmhouse Bedroom

1 Room Left

Private room for 2

$1,412.50 USD / person

Central Farmhouse Bedroom

1 Room Left

Private room for 1

$1,636 USD total

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Stay in charming stone cottages or comfortable glamping belle tents nestled in the forested valley. All accommodations feature quality beds, warm bedding, nearby indoor or outdoor bathrooms, and access to hammocks, sun loungers, and quiet spots for relaxation. Each space blends rustic charm with modern comfort, offering a peaceful retreat environment immersed in nature.

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free · Nut Allergy Friendly · Diabetic Friendly

You won't be hungry as we feel it's important to nourish your body while staying with us. We're feeders! We lovingly prepare three delicious and nutritious vegetarian/vegan meals every day. Fresh vegetables, salads and fruit available from our own or our neighbours' gardens during the season and from our favourite local greengrocers in Oleiros. Our talented plant-based chefs bring passion and joy to their cooking. They have years of experience with vegetarian and vegan food in a variety of settings around the world. Their fusion of ingredients, spices and flavours, according to the principles of Ayurveda, mean every dish is not only tasty but also easy to digest.

Schedule

Each day unfolds at a gentle pace, balancing guided yoga and meditation practices with nourishing meals, mindful walks, and time to rest or explore: - Mornings begin with energizing yoga and meditation in the forest shala, followed by a wholesome breakfast. - Afternoons include mindfulness workshops, forest bathing, or quiet reflection. - Evenings offer restorative yoga or Yoga Nidra to unwind before a peaceful night’s sleep. Midweek, we’ll take a group excursion to the beautiful Rio Zêzere for swimming and relaxation by the river.

Testimonials

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Had an amazing week with Rosanna and Siôn and a group of fellow yogis in beautiful Sicily. It was a great combination of yoga (outdoor yoga at sunrise a real treat), relaxing by the pool, amid beautiful scenery, walking, good food and company and a lot of sleep! Would highly recommend and have already booked another retreat with them for 2026!

Jennifer Hendry, England

"Just returned from my second yoga retreat in Paros, Greece with Heartful Retreats. Had an amazing time. The retreat was so well organised. The hotel and yoga studio were wonderful. We had yoga twice a day with yoga nidra in the evening. Everything was really well explained. We had yoga by the beach and by the pool as well as inside. Food was superb, people were friendly and the sun was shining. Would highly recommend a Heartful retreat"

Marion, Wales

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What's Included

Accomodation

3 meals a day

All classes and instruction

Guided walks and excursions

Mindfulness workshops

Access to the whole venue and its facilities

Not Included

Travel to and from the venue

FAQs

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.