Name: Albania Yoga Retreat with Hiking & Thermal Spring
Start: 2027-03-20
End: 2027-03-22
Location: Südalbanien

Description

Albania Yoga Retreat with Hiking & Thermal Spring

Südalbanien

Thermalquelle in Albanien, wo ein Yoga-Retreat angeboten wird.

Yoga, hiking and thermal springs in southern Albania

From March 20 to 22, 2027, you will enjoy a restorative weekend in Përmet, the “City of Roses”, surrounded by the beautiful mountain landscape of southern Albania. Yoga and Qi Gong in nature, hikes through stunning scenery and a visit to the natural thermal springs of Bënja combine movement, relaxation and nature.

You will stay in a charming, family-run guesthouse with a garden and mountain views and enjoy delicious regional cuisine.

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Highlight: the thermal springs of Bënja

After a guided nature walk, you relax in the mineral water of the thermal springs, accompanied by gentle movement and breathwork.

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Look forward to

Yoga and Qi Gong in nature
Relaxing in the thermal springs of Bënja
A mindful hike to the historic Bektashi Teqe
Moon-greeting meditation from the Shaolin Kung Fu practice
Organic and traditional dishes made with regional ingredients

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Included

2 nights in a family-run boutique guesthouse
Full board
All activities, training sessions and the guided hike with two experienced instructors
All transfers to and from Tirana as well as local transfers
Yoga mats and all equipment

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Prices

€545 per person in a double room
€589 in a single room

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Not included

Travel to Tirana

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What to bring

Comfortable sportswear and athletic shoes
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Swimwear and light clothing for free time
A light jacket for the evenings

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Who it's for

Ideal for individuals, couples and groups – beginners welcome. Families with children aged 3 and up can join, with the program adapted through playful exercises. Groups of 5 or more can ask for a discount.

Languages:

English

German

Program

Saturday, March 20 – Arrival & Grounding in Nature

08:00 Meeting point in Tirana and drive to Përmet, with a break at a nature café
12:00 Arrival at the hotel
12:30–13:30 Welcome lunch at a nearby restaurant
14:00–16:30 Free time to explore Përmet
17:00–18:30 Grounding Qi Gong
19:00–20:30 Organic dinner
From 20:30 Moon-greeting meditation from the Shaolin Kung Fu practice

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Sunday, March 21 – Recharge in Nature

07:30–08:30 Movement and breathing exercises in the hotel garden
08:30–09:30 Breakfast at the hotel
09:30–12:00 Trip to the thermal springs of Bënja: guided nature walk, relaxing in the mineral water with movement and breathwork
12:30–13:30 Shared lunch at a traditional restaurant
14:00–17:30 Free time to rest or explore
17:30–19:00 Restorative yoga and breathing exercises
19:30–21:00 Dinner at a traditional restaurant
From 21:00 Evening surprise

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Monday, March 22 – Reflection & Closing

08:00–09:00 Breakfast at the hotel
09:30–12:30 Mindful hike to the historic Bektashi Teqe, followed by energizing practices in nature
12:30–14:00 Closing lunch at a traditional restaurant
14:00–15:30 Relaxation and energy integration: breathwork, stretching and mindfulness for everyday life
15:30 Return trip to Tirana, arrival around 20:00

This program is an example of the daily schedule and is subject to minor changes.

Participants

Maximum group size:

Participants

Suitable for:

all levels

Who is leading the event?

Andrea – Yoga Instructor & Co-Founder – is originally from Germany and has lived in Albania for eight years, which has become her second home. She is a trained yoga instructor with experience in various styles, including Hatha, Iyengar, Yin, Kundalini, and Vinyasa yoga. She is particularly passionate about combining yoga, breathwork, meditation, and mindfulness with the healing power of nature. With great heart and personal attention, she guides people on their journey toward greater inner balance and well-being.

Albert – Shaolin Kung Fu Master & Co-Founder – is a Shaolin Kung Fu master and instructor of Tai Chi and Qi Gong with over 30 years of experience. He is the founder of the Shaolin Kung Fu Academy Albania and has deepened his knowledge through training with Shaolin monks in China, among others. At our retreats, he teaches authentic Shaolin practices, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and self-defense. His goal is to strengthen people physically and mentally, providing them with new energy, self-confidence, and inner peace.

Together, we founded Retreats Albania to combine yoga and traditional Shaolin arts with unique nature experiences. Our retreats are more than ordinary wellness trips: they offer a special combination of movement, relaxation, personal development, and the discovery of one of Europe's most beautiful and pristine countries.

Certification & experience

Certification

Yoga and wellness trainer as well as Kung Fu instructor
Master of Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong

Years of experience

30 years

Meals

Full board is included, with organic and traditional dishes made from regional ingredients.

Saturday: lunch and dinner
Sunday: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Monday: breakfast and lunch

Prices

Accommodation included

Early bird (from)

Valid until

EUR

Standard price (from)

EUR

545.00

Accommodation

You will stay in a charming, family-run boutique guesthouse in Përmet, surrounded by the mountain landscape of southern Albania.

Garden with mountain views
Rooms with a balcony or terrace
Organic and traditional dishes made with regional ingredients

Garden

Balcony / Terrace

Available rooms

Overnight stay in a double room. Price per person.

Price includes retreat

Price

EUR

545.00

Overnight stay in a single room.

Price includes retreat

Price

EUR

589.00

Price

EUR

Getting there

Arrival: Ideally, arrive one day before the retreat begins.
Airport: Fly into Tirana International Airport (TIA, Rinas); the city center is about 30–40 minutes away.
Hotel recommendations: Available for Tirana, along with assistance in organizing your airport transfer.
Transfer: Pick-up on the morning of the first retreat day directly from your hotel in Tirana (arrival the day before required).
Return journey: Departure from Përmet on March 22nd at 3:30 PM, arriving in Tirana around 8:00 PM.

Address

Përmet

Albania

Date

days

accommodation included

20.03.2027

until

22.03.2027

Cancellation

Payment: via bank transfer.
Full refund: for cancellations up to 14 days before the retreat.
50% refund: for cancellations 7 to 13 days before the retreat (minus a €50 deposit).
No refund: for cancellations less than 7 days before the retreat.
Force majeure: In the event of serious illness, medical emergency, travel restrictions, or natural disasters, the retreat will be rescheduled or fully refunded depending on the circumstances (proof may be required).