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Return To Nature Retreat

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Return To Nature Retreat

July 29 - August 2, 2026

Santo Estevão, Portugal

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Hosted By

Ali Temple

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4 nights, 5 days

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16 person retreat

Highlights

  • Healing Natural Setting: Set in Portugal’s lush hills, Terra Quinta offers nature-led healing, peace, and gentle reconnection.

  • Grounded Luxury: Elevated simplicity meets soul nourishment with organic meals, quiet beauty, and intentional design.

  • Nervous System Reset: Restore your energy through gentle movement, stillness, and soul-calming practices.

  • Safe for the Highly Sensitive Humans: A space designed for busy empaths and nurturers to finally receive and soften without pressure.

  • Remember Who You Are: Release the noise and return to your essence through nature, connection, and intuitive guidance.

  • Low-Pressure, High-Touch Flow: No packed agenda, just spacious support and meaningful experiences that honor your unique rhythm.

  • Led by a Mentor Who Sees You: Held by Ali Temple’s grounded guidance, designed for sensitive, successful souls ready to feel renewed.

Details

The Return to Nature Retreat is a luxurious yet grounding experience designed for busy and sensitive humans who are ready to soften, slow down, and reconnect. Set in the lush, healing landscape of Terra Quinta, Portugal, this retreat blends gentle embodiment practices, nature-based rituals, and intentional spaciousness to support deep nervous system restoration. With elegant simplicity, nourishing meals, and a high-touch, low-pressure flow, it offers a sacred pause from daily noise, so you can remember who you are, feel held in authentic community, and return home feeling realigned, clear, and inspired.

Location

Santo Estevão, Portugal

Santo Estevão is a quaint and charming village located in the Algarve region of southern Portugal, known for its serene rural charm and picturesque landscapes. The village is characterized by its traditional whitewashed houses, cobbled streets, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush olive groves, Santo Estevão offers a tranquil escape from the bustling tourist hotspots, allowing visitors to experience the authentic lifestyle of the Portuguese countryside. The local community is tight-knit and friendly, often gathering in the village square or local cafés to share stories and enjoy the slower pace of life. With its proximity to the stunning Algarve coastline, visitors can easily explore beautiful beaches and enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. Santo Estevão provides a perfect blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation and a genuine taste of Portugal.

Venue

Terra Quinta

5 ★ 35 Reviews

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Located only 30 minutes away from Lisbon airport, Terra Quinta is made of five hectares of land. Nestled in the hills of the Alentejo region, just 40 minutes from Lisbon, this retreat venue is a private family-owned farm designed to bring you back to what’s real: connection, creativity, and nature. You’ll stay in beautifully restored stables — each room thoughtfully designed with local artisan furniture, natural textures, and garden access to soften your nervous system the moment you arrive. We have designed and shaped this land with different areas to create a unique sanctuary for the body and mind.

Yoga Studio

Yoga Studio

Pool

Pool

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Garden

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Kitchen

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Fire Pit

Fire Pit

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Accommodation

Single Private Room

3 Rooms Left

Private room for 1

$2,250 USD total

Single Spot In Double Room

3 Spots Left

2-person shared room

$1,890 USD / person

Single Spot In Triple Room

3-person shared room

$1,620 USD / person

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Set in the lush Alentejo countryside just outside Lisbon, Terra Quinta is a serene sanctuary of art, nature, and luxury. With five hectares of healing land, custom-designed furniture by local artisans, and lovingly curated accommodations, this space is the perfect container for your restoration. Single, double and triple room options are available. Each room is air-conditioned and features: ● A private en-suite bathroom ● Organic soaps and toiletries ● Fresh linens and towels (including pool towels) ● Books, natural textures, and terrace access in most rooms

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

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

At Terra Quinta, our renowned chef crafts exquisite menus designed to delight and nourish. Our meals will include meat and seafood options (but vegan/vegetarian options will also be available upon request). Light Breakfast: Start your day with our energizing selection, including homemade granola, yogurt, fresh fruits, and a choice of coffee or tea. Lunch/Brunch Buffet: Enjoy a variety of delicious dishes served buffet-style, offering a diverse range of flavors to suit every palate. Dinner Experience: Enjoy a plated dinner that begins with an aperitif featuring finger foods, olives, and artisan bread, followed by a thoughtful progression of entrée, main dish, and dessert.

Schedule

Each day at the Return to Nature Retreat begins slowly, with a nourishing yoga, breathwork, and meditation practice to ease you into presence. Throughout each day, you’ll have spacious time for rest, reflection and optional activities. We will spend one day at the beach together and two of the evenings are dedicated to grounding practices like yoga nidra or sound healing by candlelight. You can expect a restorative rhythm that balances structure with spaciousness, no packed agendas, no pressure. Just space to soften, remember who you are, and reconnect with what truly matters. All meals are included and will be enjoyed together at Terra Quinta. Your entire experience is curated to support nervous system regulation, inner clarity, and sacred space holding.

Testimonials

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“I knew I was in Burnout mode and I had been looking for an opportunity to get away to some place where it was safe to just be. This was exactly what I wanted and exactly what I was looking for.”

Angela G., Canada

“Ali did a phenomenal job. Just the logistics of coming to a foreign country, she made it a breeze. Her communication was right on. I would recommend this to all my friends.”

Bruce C., United States

“I loved that Ali paid such great attention to detail and every type of comfort, and setting up the excursions, they were all really fun. The yoga was great and it was a very comfortable place that she set up. I know she put a lot of work into it and it definitely showed. I had a wonderful time.”

Debi M., United States

“I had such a beautiful time at Ali’s retreat. It was so beautifully curated, every single detail from start to finish was so full of love and care. The morning yoga was so nourishing. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and leader. I’m leaving this retreat feeling deeply deeply nourished in my soul.”

Akane M., Japan

“This is my third time coming back with Ali and the reason why I keep coming back is because she sets an atmosphere of safety and relaxation which is something that I really need. This is really a good place to unwind and really appreciate your family again. Ali is really down to earth and you go at your own pace. You don’t have to be a superstar yogi. You can just be yourself and have a great time.”

Megin A., Canada

“This beyond exceeded my expectations, Ali is such a calm and wonderful presence and a beautiful soul who intuitively guided all of us. If you’re considering it at all, please, you won’t regret it. It’s a wonderful escape, but not just an escape, a learning opportunity to take what we experienced here back into our everyday lives. Without a doubt, I highly recommend Ali as a retreat leader."

Kelly R., United States

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Host

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Ali Temple

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Ali is an international yoga and meditation teacher, retreat leader, healer and mentor to other healers looking to serve more people around the world and achieve time and location freedom. She is also...

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Teaching for 5 years

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What's Included

5 days / 4 nights at Terra Quinta, Portugal — luxury eco-retreat center surrounded by nature

Daily guided morning practices for all levels — gentle yoga, meditation, and grounding breathwork

High quality chef-prepared meals (light breakfast, brunch buffet, plated dinner each day) — nourishing, fresh cuisine using local ingredients including meat and seafood (vegan/vegetarian available upon request)

Group beach outing — a soul-nourishing day trip to the nearby coast for sun, sea, and spaciousness

Group sound bath with local healer — a calming, earth-based sound experience to ground your energy and bring your body into deep stillness

Evening Yoga Nidra session— a deep rest practice to soothe your nervous system and support integration

Private relaxation time — space to rest, enjoy the pool, explore the trails or partake in an optional activity

Final evening celebration — under the stars with local Portuguese wine and live music

Group transfer on final day — shared ride to Lisbon Airport or Lisbon city center

Not Included

Airfare to and from Portugal (Flying into Lisbon Airport)

Transfers to Terra Quinta on first day (Uber is very simple and economical, more details will be shared upon booking)

Optional activities such as: spa treatments, horseback riding, golf, ceramics workshop or private healing sessions (available at an additional cost)

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.

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