ChakraTribe presents: Yoga Retreats in Albania

Albania is one of the last truly unspoiled destinations in Europe: wild mountains, crystal-clear lakes, thermal springs and secluded sandy beaches – all two hours' flight away. The yoga retreats in Albania we introduce here make the most of this variety.

Six retreats in 2027 are on offer, from a short weekend to nine days. What they all share is a special combination: yoga meets traditional Shaolin arts such as Qi Gong, Tai Chi and Kung Fu.

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Yoga and Shaolin arts in one retreat

What sets these retreats apart is the duo leading them. Andrea is a yoga teacher with experience in Hatha, Iyengar, Yin, Kundalini and Vinyasa yoga and has lived in Albania for eight years. Albert is a Shaolin Kung Fu master who has taught Tai Chi and Qi Gong for over 30 years – having trained with Shaolin monks in China, among others.

One day you enjoy gentle yoga and meditation, the next morning Qi Gong by a waterfall or playful self-defense training. This blend of calm and strength, letting go and building up makes these retreats special – even for those who have had little to do with yoga so far.

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[Image: Yoga in the nature of Albania]

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Albania off the beaten track

The retreats take you to places many travelers don't know yet: the Valbona Valley in the heart of the Albanian Alps, the thermal springs of Bënja near Përmet, the high plateau of Razma, Lake Ohrid near Pogradec and the secluded Plazhi i Gjeneralit on the Albanian Riviera.

Meals are regional and mostly organic, often in traditional restaurants or family-run guesthouses. All retreats start and end in Tirana, and transfers are always included.

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The six retreats at a glance

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Yoga, hiking & thermal springs in Përmet

A restorative weekend in the mountains of southern Albania, in Përmet, the “City of Roses”. Qi Gong and yoga in nature, a mindful hike to the historic Bektashi Teqe and a soak in the natural thermal springs of Bënja. You stay in a charming, family-run guesthouse with a garden and mountain views.

March 20 to 22, 2027 · from €545 incl. 2 nights and full board

[Link: To the retreat in Përmet → /en/retreat/yoga-retreat-albanien-thermalquellen]

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Yoga & fitness on a dream beach

A weekend at Plazhi i Gjeneralit, a secluded sandy beach on the Albanian Riviera. Yoga in the morning and evening, beach fitness with elements of Kung Fu and Qi Gong, Shaolin meditation under the moon and plenty of time for the sea and the beach. You stay in beach bungalows with a sea view.

May 1 to 3, May 15 to 17 or September 10 to 12, 2027 · from €499 incl. 2 nights and full board

[Link: To the retreat on the dream beach → /en/retreat/retreat-yoga-und-fitness-albanien]

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From the mountains to the sea: yoga, hiking & beach fitness

The longest retreat combines the best of both worlds. First you hike in the mountains around Shëngjergj to a hidden waterfall and a mountain lake, then you spend a week on the Riviera with daily yoga, beach fitness, meditation and workshops on stress management and mindfulness.

May 15 to 23, 2027 · from €1,780 incl. 8 nights and full board

[Link: To the retreat from the mountains to the sea → /en/retreat/yoga-retreat-albanien-mit-wandern-und-beach]

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Adventure & wellness in the Albanian Alps

In the spectacular Valbona Valley, you hike to waterfalls, to the source of the Valbona River and to the mountain village of Rragam. Add yoga, Qi Gong and Kung Fu, time to swim in the river and, as a highlight, the boat trip across Lake Koman – one of Albania's most impressive landscapes.

July 22 to 27, 2027 · from €1,390 incl. 5 nights and half board

[Link: To the retreat in the Albanian Alps → /en/retreat/abenteuer-und-wellness-retreat-albanien]

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[Image: Hiking in the Albanian Alps]

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Find Your Strength – yoga & self-defense at Lake Ohrid

A weekend for more self-confidence and inner strength. Authentic Qi Gong and Tai Chi in the morning, practical and playful self-defense, daily yoga and meditation by the lake. The guesthouse sits in a garden right on Lake Ohrid near Pogradec.

September 4 to 6, 2027 · from €539 incl. 2 nights and full board

[Link: To the retreat at Lake Ohrid → /en/retreat/yoga-selbstverteidigung-retreat-ohridsee-albanien]

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Mountain wellness – yoga, hiking & spa in Razma

A short getaway on the high plateau of Razma in northern Albania. Guided hikes through forests and across mountain meadows, yoga, Qi Gong and meditation – followed by relaxation in the spa and indoor pool of a 4-star wellness hotel.

October 2 to 3, 2027 · from €499 incl. 1 night, full board and spa

[Link: To the retreat in Razma → /en/retreat/natur-retreat-koerper-geist-harmonie]

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Key facts at a glance

• Locations: Albanian Alps, Përmet, Razma, Lake Ohrid and the Albanian Riviera
• Dates: March to October 2027
• Duration: from a weekend to nine days
• Who it's for: individuals, couples and groups of all levels; families with children aged 3 and up on request
• Languages: German and English
• Prices: from €499 per person, single rooms at extra cost
• Included: accommodation, meals, all activities and transfers to and from Tirana
• Not included: flights, airport transfers, travel insurance and personal expenses
• Pick-up: on the morning of the first retreat day directly from your hotel in Tirana (arrival the day before required).

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Tip: Groups of 5 or more can ask for a discount – ideal if you want to travel with friends or family.

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Book directly, no commission

On ChakraTribe you book your retreat directly with the organizer, with no booking fee and no commission. You'll find all details on the program, accommodation and cancellation terms on the individual retreat pages.

[Link: Discover all yoga retreats → /en/yoga]